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The IFP Editorial Staff is composed of dozens of skilled journalists, news-writers, and analysts whose works are edited and published by experienced editors specialized in Iran News. The editor of each IFP Service is responsible for the report published by the Iran Front Page (IFP) news website, and can be contacted through the ways mentioned in the "IFP Editorial Staff" section.

New Year’s Congratulation in Trump’s Style

The US President-elect Donald Trump wished everyone, even his numerous enemies, a happy new year.

Syrian President’s Jacket Wins Admiration of Supporters

The supporters of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been admiring him in social media for wearing a jacket he had earlier worn in public appearance.

Who Will Serve as Iran’s New Ambassador to Syria?

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has reportedly obtained President Hassan Rouhani’s consent to appoint Javad Torkabadi, a former envoy to Bahrain and Kuwait, as the new Iranian ambassador to Damascus.

Iran’s President Meets New Ambassadors of Germany, Ecuador, Morocco, Romania

In separate meetings on Saturday, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani received the credentials of new ambassadors of Germany, Ecuador, Morocco, and Romania, calling for closer ties with the four states.

Stop Excessive Use of Groundwater: Iranian Minister

Iran’s Energy Minister says the country will run out of groundwater if people continue using it excessively.

77-Year-Old Collector Has over 8,000 Coloured Pencils

With 8,108 coloured pencils, an Iranian man is likely to be the world’s top pencil collector.

Brazilian Policeman Confesses to Killing Greek Ambassador

A Brazilian policeman has confessed to killing the Greek ambassador upon the request of the envoy’s Brazilian wife, who had a love affair with him.

Iranian Officials Pay Visit to Homeless People Who Lived inside Graves

Following the widespread reactions made to a recent report about a number of homeless junkies living inside graves in a cemetery near Tehran, a number of Iranian officials have paid separate visits to these drug addicts, who are now transferred to a rehab centre.

Senior Iranian MP Meets Prominent Christian Musician ahead of New Year’s Eve

A senior Iranian lawmaker paid a visit to the house of Loris Tjeknavorian, a prominent Iranian Armenian composer and conductor, ahead of the New Christian Year.

Sadeqzadeh Named New ‘Pahlavan’ of Iran

Iranian wrestler Jaber Sadeqzadeh was crowned the title ‘Pahlavan [champion] of Iran’ thanks to his outstanding performance at the National Senior Pahlavani Wrestling Championship.

Iranian FM to Meet Syrian Counterpart in Tehran on Saturday

Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem is scheduled to pay a visit to Iran on Saturday while diplomatic efforts to end fighting in Syria have gained momentum in recent days with the announcement of a ceasefire in the Arab country.

Saudi Arabia Is World’s Top Arms Importer

Saudi Arabia, India and Pakistan have been the world’s top arms importers last year according to the US Congress.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 31

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 21 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s President Will Attend Trilateral Meeting in Astana on Syria

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani confirmed his participation at a trilateral meeting with his Russian and Turkish counterparts to be held in the Kazakh capital Astana on the Syrian crisis.

Turkmenistan Inks Last-Minute Gas Deal with Iran

Turkmenistan managed to avert the loss of one of its only two buyers of natural gas with some desperate, last-gasp negotiations, media reports said.

Explosions in Central Baghdad Kill at Least 28 People (Update)

Two blasts have rocked the central part of the Iraqi capital of Baghdad, killing at least 18 people, according to police.

Many Myths Americans Believe about Iran Are False: AIC Director

Stephanie Lester, the Director of Operations at the American Iranian Council (AIC), recently travelled to Iran alone for 10 days with the goal of proving that the country is safe, beautiful, and welcoming to Americans.

Iranians Will Be Able to Obtain Azerbaijan’s Visa in 3 Days

Azerbaijan plans to significantly ease the visa regime for Iranian citizens in 2017, Azerbaijan’s Economy Minister Shahin Mustafayev has said.

2500-Year-Old Iranian Carpet Kept in Russia’s Hermitage Museum

Pazyryk, the oldest Persian carpet which is named after the location of its discovery, is kept in Hermitage Museum of Russia.

Iranian Man Cycles around World in His 60s

A 62-year-old Iranian man has started travelling around the world using his bicycle.

Newly-Developed Touchscreen Helps Blind People Read Digital Content Faster

Iranian researchers have designed a touchscreen that transforms digital texts to braille using a new method, helping blind people have a better access to digital information.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 29

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 19 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Homeless Junkies Living inside Graves Draw Widespread Reactions in Iran

A recent news report about dozens of homeless drug users living inside graves in a cemetery near Tehran received numerous reactions by Iranian people and celebrities, including the Oscar-winning filmmaker Asghar Farhadi who wrote an open letter to President in reaction to the report.

Malaysian Journalist Says Iran Is a Must-See Destination

A female Malaysian journalist has talked about his experience of visiting Iran, describing it as a country you should visit before you die.

Swedish PM to Visit Iran Heading an Economic Delegation

Prime Minister of Sweden Stefan Löfven is scheduled to visit Tehran in February 2017 heading a high-ranking economic delegation, the country’s envoy to Iran announced.

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