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Kerry: Iran ‘absolutely’ deserves access to US dollars as part of sanctions relief

Secretary of State John Kerry said that Iran deserves access to US dollars out of fairness because Tehran has met its core obligations under the nuclear agreement, the Washington Free Beacon reported.

Iran Eyes 4mbd Oil Output by March 2017

Iranian Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh said the country has planned to raise its crude oil output to 4 million barrels a day, from the current 3.2 mbd, by the end of the current Iranian calendar year which began on March 20و adding the country eyes to boost oil exports to 2.25mbd by then.

Taiwan Lifts Visa Restrictions for Iranian Applicants

The Taiwanese government announced it has lifted visa restrictions for Iranian applicants to travel to the Asian island. Furthermore, it will increase its oil purchases from Iran.

Iran Raises Concerns over Countries’ Refusal to Comply with Nuclear Disarmament Commitments

Gholamhossein Dehghani, the Ambassador and Deputy Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations, categorically slammed certain countries for their refusal to abide by nuclear disarmament commitments.

UNSC resolution does not ban Su-30 fighter jet sales to Iran: Russia

Russia has rejected a US claim that the sales of Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jets to Iran were prohibited under a United Nation Security Council resolution.

Iran, Turkey, Azerbaijan Agree on 2-Year Cooperation Agenda

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif announced on Tuesday that the agenda for Iran’s cooperation with its two neighbors, Turkey and Azerbaijan Republic, was agreed upon during a trilateral meeting held earlier in the day in northern Iran.

34th FIFF announces screening programs in two categories

The 34th edition of Iran's Fajr International Film Festival (FIFF) has announced the screening programs in the category of Cinema Salvation (International Competition) and Eastern Panorama Section (Asia and Islamic countries).

FIFA records Iran’s bid to host Futsal World Cup

Iran’s request to hold 2020 Futsal World Cup has been registered while May 6 marks the deadline for the 13 candidates to solidify their commitment.

Iran never to allow Syria partition: IRGC chief

A senior Iranian military official says the Islamic Republic will continue to support the Syrian government in its fight against terrorists, warning that Iran will never allow the disintegration of any Muslim state.

Iran Offers to Mediate Between Armenia, Azerbaijan

Iran’s foreign minister on Tuesday offered to mediate an escalating fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan over Nagorno-Karabakh region, calling for peace in the region.

Yazd Ashkezar Water Mill architectural masterpiece

Ashkezar Water Mill in Yazd Province is a masterpiece of traditional architecture, says director general of the city's Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Department.

Iranian Scientist’s Biosensor Makes Development in Cancer Diagnosis

Iranian scientist Nima Sharifi, along with his colleagues at Case Western Reserve University, has opened the door for a new detection method that could allow doctors to diagnose patients with certain cancers far earlier than possible today. The researchers have developed an optical sensor that they claim is one million times more sensitive than the best currently available.

Iran, Japan vow to expand consular ties

In the 9th Joint Consular Meeting between Iran and Japan’s foreign ministries in Tokyo, the two sides reaffirmed further expansion of bilateral relations, particularly on consular cooperation.

Iran plans joint oil refinery in Spain

Deputy Minister of Petroleum Abbas Kazemi said here on Tuesday that Iran would have a 50-percent cooperation in constructing a refinery in Spain, if the country's crude oil is totally being supplied by Islamic Republic.

Saudi Arabia suspends Mahan Air over ‘safety’

Saudi Arabia has withdrawn licenses given to Iran's Mahan Air to land in the Persian Gulf kingdom or fly in its airspace over ‘safety’ claims.

US does not plan to grant Iran access to US financial system: Toner

The Obama administration does not plan to give Iran access to the US financial system, a State Department spokesman Mark Toner said.

Italian PM to Visit Iran on April 12-13: Report

Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi is scheduled to pay a two-day visit to Tehran this month, a report said.

Spring snow in Tabriz

Heavy snowfall on Monday broke down some of the trees in the streets and in various parts of the city of Tabriz, in East...

Iran ready to participate in rehabilitation process of Palmyra archeological sites: official

Head of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization, Masoud Soltanifar stressed his country’s readiness to participate in the process of restoring and rehabilitating the archeological and cultural sites that were demolished by the terrorists in Syria, Particularly those in Palmyra.

Iran Petchem Output Up at 46 mt/y

Director of quality control at the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said that its output was more than 46 million tons last year (ending March 19) up by 2.5 million tons compared to the preceding year.

Iran, Austria ink 2bn euro deals for cooperation

Iranian and Austrian private sectors will work on seven contracts, worth two billion euros,dealing with a number of agricultural and development projects.

‘Germany’s VW close to Iran auto deal’

Iran said that Germany’s auto giant Volkswagen is expected to seal a deal with an Iranian partner in the near future to invest in the country’s car industry.

EU banks start re-engaging with Iran

European banks have reportedly started to re-engage with Iran after over two months from the removal of sanctions against the country.

Golden Train of European Tourists Due in Iran Tuesday

The third Golden Train of European tourists is scheduled to arrive in Iran on Tuesday, Isfahan Railways Directorate General said on Sunday.

Iran, Turkey to trade with national currencies

Deputy industry minister has announced the possibility of Iran-Turkey trade using Rial and Turkish Lira currencies.

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