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Rouhani’s VP Wishes Trump Would Scrap JCPOA
Iran’s nuclear chief has taken a swipe at the opponents of the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, and expressed the wish that the US president tears up the JCPOA so that the opponents would see what would happen then.
Auto Show to Open in Iranian City of Shiraz
One of the most famous car exhibitions in Iran is scheduled to open this week in the south-central city of Shiraz.
Iraq Needs to Import Iran’s Natural Gas: Minister
Iraq says it needs to import natural gas from Iran to operate its power plants within the next seven years.
Brazilian Footballer Sends Iranians Heartfelt Appreciation Message
A Brazilian football player who has finished a successful season in Iran’s professional football league has posted a message on his Instagram account to extend his sincere thanks to the Iranian football fans.
US Congress Approves Bill to Run Hotline in Persian Gulf
US House of Representatives has approved a bill calling for the establishment of special communication channels between Iran and the United States in the Persian Gulf.
2600-Year-Old Instrument on Display in Persepolis Museum
A museum located in the Persepolis compound in Iran’s Fars province is home to dozens of ancient relics unearthed in the area, including a 2,600-year-old instrument.
‘Iran, Tajikistan Can Resolve Differences through Talks’
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says the Islamic Republic’s issues with Tajikistan are some special ones that can be settled through exchange of thoughts at the negotiating table.
Iran’s Presence in Syria at Damascus’ Request: Diplomat
A top Iranian diplomat says the ‘limited’ presence of Iranian advisors in Syria comes at the request of Damascus and is not subject to agreement by any regional or international party.
Iran VP Pays Homage to Late Math Genius Mirzakhani
Iran’s vice-president for science and technology has, in a note, paid tribute to late Iranian math genius Maryam Mirzakhani.
Iran President’s Brother Arrested on Financial Charges
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani’s brother Hossein Fereydoun has been arrested after failing to post the bail set for him, the Judiciary spokesman says.
Iraqi Forces Kill 25,000 ISIS Elements in Mosul Operation
Military sources say at least 25 thousand ISIS militants have been killed during the 9-month operation by 100,000 Iraqi forces, which ended in the liberation of the northern city of Mosul.
US Seeking Own Interests in Qatar Crisis: Analyst
A political commentator says the US is capitalizing on the ongoing crisis in Qatar’s ties with Persian Gulf Arab states to secure its own interests.
Iranian City Chosen as Most Age-Friendly City
The southwestern Iranian city of Dezful in Khuzestan province has been picked as the top age-friendly city.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 16
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, July 16, and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Iran Ranks 3rd at Int’l Chemistry Olympiad
A team of Iranian high school students have won four medals to rank third at the 2017 International Chemistry Olympiad in Thailand.
Female Bahraini Activist on Hunger Strike in Prison
Bahraini human rights advocate, Ebtisam Al-Saegh, who was arrested on July 3 after security forces attacked her house, has gone on hunger strike since Friday night.
India Modernising Nuclear Arsenal with Eye on China: Report
India continues to modernise its atomic arsenal with an eye on its powerful neighbour China, according to a media report.
Plots Underway to Heighten Tehran-Riyadh Tension: Hajj Official
An Iranian official says there are some groups who are seeking to escalate the current disputes between Iran and Saudi Arabia by dissuading Iranian pilgrims from visiting the holy sites in the Arab country.
Iran Condemns Israel’s Closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson has denounced the Israeli regime’s ‘blameworthy’ move to close al-Aqsa Mosque compound to the Palestinian worshipers.
Condolences Pour in for Iranian Math Genius Mirzakhani
Several Iranian officials including President Hassan Rouhani and Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani have sent messages of condolences and sympathy after the death of Maryam Mirzakhani, the Iranian winner of the Fields Medal who died of cancer on Saturday.
‘A Jewel Named Maryam Mirzakhani’
Iran’s former education minister has referred to the late Iranian math genius, Maryam Mirzakhani, as a gem stone, saying it was too early for her to die.
Russia Warns against Use of Qatar Crisis to Change Mideast Balance
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov says any use of the ongoing tension in relations between Persian Gulf littoral states to change the regional balance would deteriorate the already fragile situation in the Middle East.
‘EU’s Pro-JCPOA Stances Pushing Trump to Back Down’
A top Iranian diplomat and a former nuclear negotiator says the Trump administration has backed down from its anti-JCPOA rhetoric in the face of Europe’s strong support for the historic deal.
Iranian Math Genius Mirzakhani Dies of Cancer
Maryam Mirzakhani, the internationally-renowned Iranian mathematician and the first female winner of Fields Medal, has died of cancer according to one of her relatives.
Turkey Bars German MPs from Inspecting NATO Base
The Turkish government has prevented a number of German lawmakers from checking on the troops stationed at a NATO military base in Konya in Turkey’s southwest in spite of the permission it had earlier given them.
