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Petchem Export Integration Is Top NPC Priority
Marziyeh Shahdaei, Deputy Petroleum Minister in petrochemical affairs, says talks are under way with leaders of Iran's petrochemical holdings in a push to bring their exports together.
FM Spokesman: Iran Pursuing Airbus Planes Delivery
Iran is pursuing the delivery of the civil aircraft it purchased from France’s Airbus through diplomatic channels, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said on Monday May 6.
Rouhani Urges Muslim Leaders to Work to Counter Extremism
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has urged leaders of Muslim countries to take the lead in creating a world free from violence and extremism.
Muhammad Ali in Tehran
Three-time world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali paid tribute to the Father of the Islamic Revolution, the late Imam Khomeini, at his mausoleum in southern Tehran in these photos from May 1993.
Shemshak Ski Resort in Spring
Shemshak is one of Iran’s premiere ski facilities in winter, hosting domestic snowsports enthusiasts as well as an increasing number of foreigners, only an hour away from Tehran in the Alborz Mountains.
FM Spokesman: US Report on Iran ‘Politicized’ and ‘Invalid’
Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari said on Monday May 6 that the recent US report on Iran is ‘politicized’ and ‘invalid’ due to its lack of the most obvious facts.
Police Seize over Two Tons of Opium in Southeast Iran
Iran’s anti-narcotics police have managed to seize over 2,000kg of opium in two search and seizure operations in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, the provincial police chief said on Monday May 5.
Iran and Peugeot Launch New Talks
The Deputy Industry Minister described the details of Iran’s new negotiations with France’s Peugeot over automobile parts manufacturing.
Iran to Develop Integrated Cyber-Attack Warning System: Official
Head of Iran’s Civil Defence Organization Brigadier General Gholam Reza Jalali unveiled plans for developing a nationwide alert system that would warn the country’s organizations of possible cyber-attacks.
Muslims Start Observing Fasting Month of Ramadan
Muslim nations around the world have started observing the rituals of the holy month of Ramadan, during which adult people fast from dawn to dusk.
Economy Minister Predicts 5% Economic Growth
Economy Minister Ali Tayyebnia said on Monday May 6 that Iran’s economy will grow by 5% in 2016-2017.
Iranian and French Firms Sign Science Cooperation MoU
Iran’s Dana Energy Company and a major French integrated geo-science company have penned a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to boost their mutual cooperation in the field of science.
Iran Maintains Stance on Political Solution to Syrian Crisis
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian renewed his country’s stance on finding a political solution to the Syrian crisis, and expressed the hope that international meetings could produce concrete results for solving the problem.
Jamkaran Prepares for Ramadan
Many devoted volunteers in Qom have joined in preparing Jamkaran Holy Mosque for the upcoming Ramadan. These efforts are part of a ten-day period...
Father of Iranian Genetic Research Dies at 95
Professor Mohammad Ali Molavi, the father of Iran’s science of genetics, passed away at 95 on Sunday May 5.
Oil Accord Sealed with S. Korea’s SK Energy
The first ever agreement to develop and optimize Iranian oil refineries has been inked with South Korea’s SK Energy.
Iran Could Increase Its Share in Global Date Market
A Danish manager said Iran could increase its share in the global market by exporting dates and nuts, it was announced on Monday May 6.
Deputy Petroleum Minister Calls for Change in Oil Export Route
Deputy Petroleum Minister and Managing Director of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company Abbas Kazemi called for a change in the oil transfer route in order to facilitate export.
Rezaei: IRGC Attempting to Free Iranian Diplomats Kidnapped in Lebanon
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) is involved in security and intelligence activities to free four Iranian diplomats who were kidnapped in Lebanon in 1982, the Secretary of Iran’s Expediency Council Mohsen Rezaei said.
Most Iranians Want Constructive International Relationships
A majority of Iranians want to have constructive relations between Iran and the international community, Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Sunday May 5.
Commander Highlights Iranian Air Defence Capabilities
Commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Air Defence Base Brigadier General Farzad Esmaili highlighted the Army’s air defence capabilities, saying the country’s integrated air defence network is protecting 3,700 sensitive sites inside and outside the borders.
Wrestlers Triumph in Beach World Championship
Iran’s national beach wrestling team won four gold medals to top the 2016 Beach Wrestling World Championship in Croatia.
Iran to Spare No Effort in Helping Regional States Settle Conflicts
In a May 5 meeting with Armenian FM Edward Nalbandian, President Rouhani stressed Iran’s determination in helping with the peaceful settlement of regional conflicts.
Iran to Spare No Effort in Helping Regional States Settle Conflicts
In a May 5 meeting with Armenian FM Edward Nalbandian, President Rouhani stressed Iran’s determination in helping with the peaceful settlement of regional conflicts.
Iran to Set Up Offshore Bank in Kish Island: Report
Iran plans to open an offshore bank in the southern island of Kish “within a month” in a bid to facilitate its trade transactions and process international payments, a report said.
