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Iran’s Petchem Complex to Resume Operation Within Weeks: Minister
The Iranian minister of petroleum says the country’s Bu Ali Sina Petrochemical Complex in the southwestern province of Khuzestan, which was hit by a raging fire earlier this week, will resume its operation within the next few weeks.
Iran Urges UN’s Unbiased Report on US Failure to Meet JCPOA Undertakings
An official at Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Friday called on UN chief to avoid making biased reports on Iran’s compliance with a nuclear deal with six world powers, recommending Ban Ki-moon to release realistic reports instead, about US failure to honor the JCPOA.
Iran: Washington Responsible for Fulfillment of JCPOA Undertakings
Iran announced that it has nothing to do with the US domestic disputes and regards Washington responsible for the implementation of US undertakings under a comprehensive deal between Tehran and six world powers.
At Least 35 Killed in ISIS Attack on Shiite Shrine North of Baghdad
ISIS terrorist group (also known as ISIS or ISIL) claimed a triple suicide attack on Thursday evening near a Shiite mausoleum north of Baghdad, which killed at least 35 people and wounded 60 others, according to Iraqi security sources.
Firefighters Still Battling Blaze in Petrochemical Complex in Iran’s Mahshahr
Iranian firefighters and helicopters tried on Thursday to extinguish a fire that broke out at Bu Ali Sina petrochemical refinery complex in southwestern port city of Mahshahr a day earlier.
Palestine, Islamic World’s Pivotal Issue: Ayatollah Khamenei
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei described the issue of Palestine as the prime concern of the Muslim world, saying the world’s arrogant powers, spearheaded by the US, provoke regional conflicts to make Israeli occupation of Palestine fade into oblivion.
President Rouhani Lauds Late Kiarostami’s View of Life
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani offered condolences over the death of the country’s award-winning film director Abbas Kiarostami, hailing his works as valuable contributions to promotion of “peace” and “friendship” in the world.
Iran’s DM Urges Muslim Unity to Restore Security to Islamic World
Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan congratulated his Muslim counterparts on Eid al-Fitr, and hoped for restoration of calm and security to the Islamic world in light of unity among Muslim nations.
Shamkhani Highlights Iran’s Success at Curbing Takfiris
Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani has highlighted the country’s effective battle against Takfiri terrorism that has engulfed the region, a lawmaker said.
Iran’s Zarif Urges Muslims to Stand United against Terrorism
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif condemned a string of terrorist bombings in the Saudi Arabian cities of Qatif, Medina and Jeddah, calling for stronger unity among Muslim nations as the only way to counter terrorism in the Middle East region.
Mirkarimi heads to Paris for Kiarostami’s final flight
Head of Iranian House of Cinema has departed for Paris to organize transfer of Kiarostami’s body to his homeland.
Kiarostami gave new meaning to cinema: Culture minister
Minister of culture and Islamic guidance expressed condolences over demise of great Iranian film director Abbas Kiarostami, saying Kiarostami gave a new meaning to cinema.
Great Salt Desert
Dasht-e Kavir, also known the Great Salt Desert, is a large desert lying in the middle of the Iranian plateau, about 300 kilometers east-southeast...
President Rouhani vows to eradicate misuse of public funds
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has promised to root out “corruption in the country’s administrative and economic system.”
Iran Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Saudi Arabia
Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned a wave of suicide bombings that hit Saudi Arabian cities on Monday, stressing that the fight on terrorism does require international consensus and united efforts.
World renowned Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami passes away
Internationally-acclaimed Iranian film director Abbas Kiarostami has passed away in France where he had been receiving treatment for cancer.
Iran’s Top General Hopes for Liberation of Muslim Lands
In a congratulatory message ahead of the Muslim festival of Eid al-Fitr, the new Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri prayed for liberation of all Islamic territories from the yoke of occupiers.
Haddadi Wins Gold at Luxembourg Event
Iranian discus thrower Ehsan Haddadi managed to stand atop the podium in Luxembourg’s athletics event.
Former Iranian Diplomat Raps Bahrain for Revocation of Top Cleric’s Citizenship
A former high-ranking Iranian diplomat condemned the Bahraini regime for stripping citizenship from the spiritual leader of the kingdom’s Shiite Muslim majority, saying the move is a result of secret ties between Manama and Tel Aviv.
Suicide Bomber Strikes in Saudi Arabia Close to US Consulate in Jeddah
A suspected suicide bomber died early on Monday, July 4, after blowing himself up near the US consulate in Saudi Arabia's city of Jeddah, the kingdom's interior ministry said.
Tehran Stock Exchange joins World Federation of Exchanges
An Iranian official says the Tehran Stock Exchange (TSE) is joining the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE).
Iran’s Cabinet Readying Bill on Big Change in Banking Sector
The Iranian administration has worked out a proposal that, if passed by the Parliament, will usher in a major development in the country’s banking sector, President Hassan Rouhani announced.
Iran’s FM Denounces Deadly Terrorist Attacks in Istanbul, Dhaka, Baghdad
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif condemned a series of recent terrorist attacks in Turkey, Bangladesh, and Iraq, which claimed the lives of tens of people, stressing that the Islamic Republic will not “rest” until all terrorists are eliminated.
Iranians to Enjoy Summer Time with New Concerts
Concert halls in Tehran and several other Iranian cities will be brightened up over the coming days by live performances from various musicians, including Alireza Qorbani, Salar Aqili, Mohsen Yeganeh and Lily Afshar.
Rare Glimpse Caught of Asiatic Cheetah in Iran
Environmental patrol officers in Shahroud’s Khartouran wildlife refuge have caught a rare glimpse of Asiatic Cheetah in a quite accidental encounter.
