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Reports and views published in the Media Wire section have been retrieved from other news agencies and websites, and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Iran Front Page (IFP) news website. The IFP may change the headlines of the reports in a bid to make them compatible with its own style of covering Iran News, and does not make any changes to the content. The source and URL of all reports and news stories are mentioned at the bottom of each article.

Iran Begins Construction of Two New Nuclear Power Plants

Iran has started the construction of two new nuclear power plants in the southern province of Bushehr in a joint project with Russia’s Rosatom energy firm.

Iran Can Increase Range of Missile beyond 2,000 km: IRGC Commander

Although Iran has the capability to extend the range of its long-range missiles, the current ones with a range of 2,000 kilometers are sufficient to fulfill the country’s purposes, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari said.

Iran Test-Fires Smart Bombs in Military Drills

Fighter jets of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force (IRIAF) fired smart bombs in the main stage of a war game that kicked off in the central province of Isfahan on Tuesday.

Iran Judiciary Chief Blasts UN Rights Report

Iranian Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani has dismissed a recent report by a UN rights rapporteur against the Islamic Republic, saying it reflects the views of the country’s enemies.

Iranian Woman Wins Gold at Asian Rock Climbing Cup

Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi has been crowned as the champion of Asia Cup - Wanxianshan 2017 in China, and clinched a gold medal at the prestigious sports event.

Fire at Tehran Refinery Kills Several People

At least six people died and several wounded in a fire accident at Tehran Refinery south of the Iranian capital.

Several Works by Iranian Artists Sold at Christie’s London

Iranian artworks at the Christie’s sales of ‘Middle Eastern, Modern and Contemporary Art’ and ‘Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds’ fetched high prices.

Persepolis Beats Arch-Rival Esteghlal in Tehran Derby

Persepolis defeated its arch-rival Esteghlal football team thanks to a goal from Ali Alipour on Thursday.

Baghdad Rejects Kurdistan’s Offer, Urges Annulment of Referendum Results

Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has called for the total annulment of the recent Kurdish secession referendum in northern Iraq, apparently rejecting the Kurdish leader’s recent decision to merely freeze the results of the unconstitutional vote.

Terrorist Group Smashed by IRGC in Northwestern Iran

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) forces attacked a terrorist team in the northwesternmost corner of Iran on Wednesday night, killing all of the terrorists and confiscating their weapons.

Chief of UN’s Nuclear Watchdog to Visit Iran Saturday

Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Yukiya Amano plans to pay an official visit to Iran on Saturday.

Iran Signs €20m Deal with China on Development of Solar Panels

The Industrial Development and Renovation Organization of Iran and China's Znshine PV-Tech Company signed a memorandum of understanding on Sunday to set up an automated production line of photovoltaic panels in Iran.

13 Iranian Artworks Put Up for Auction at Christie’s London

Thirteen Iranian artworks along with 44 other lots are to go under the hammer at the 23rd edition of Christie’s sale of ‘Middle Eastern, Modern and Contemporary Art’, slated for Oct. 25 in London.

Iran Foreign Ministry Submits Periodic Report on Nuclear Deal to Parliament

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has handed over its seventh quarterly report about the multilateral nuclear deal with six world powers to the parliament (Majlis).

Iraq, Syria, Lebanon’s Hezbollah Receiving Civil Defence Training from Iran

Head of Iran’s Civil Defence Organization Brigadier General Gholam Reza Jalali said the organization has provided Iraq, Syria and Lebanon’s Hezbollah Resistance Movement with training in civil defence.

Iran’s Intelligence Forces Seize Cache of Weapons

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry confiscated a cargo of weapons of war from criminals in eastern parts of the country.

Tabriz Invites Foreign Envoys to Visit Capital of Islamic Tourism

In their first practical step toward promoting the cultural and tourism event known as Tabriz 2018`, the authorities of East Azarbaijan Province invited the ambassadors of several countries to the province late last week.

Iran’s Missile Program Not to Be Impacted by Any Int’l Deal

A high-ranking Iranian military commander says there are no international agreements that set limits on countries’ missile power and Iran would accept no such restrictions, either.

Iran Not to Be First Side to Breach Nuclear Deal: Official

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi said Tehran will not be the first side to withdraw from the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers.

Iran, Turkey Ink Deals to Boost Scientific, Environmental Ties

High-ranking officials from Iran and Turkey inked two agreements in a bid to boost cooperation between the two neighboring countries in diverse fields, including science and technology as well as environment.

Syrian President, Iran’s Top Military Chief Hold Talks in Damascus

The chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces has met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Damascus.

Chief-Commander Praises Iranian People for Supporting IRGC

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari commended the Iranian nation for its fervent support for the IRGC following the US president’s harsh stances and described boosting the country’s defense power as a top priority.

Iran’s Top General Condemns Israel’s Violation of Syria’s Territorial Integrity

The chairman of the Chiefs of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces says Israel cannot be allowed to violate Syrian territory at will.

Iran President Congratulates Kyrgyz Counterpart on Election Victory

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani congratulated Sooronbay Jeenbekov on winning the presidential election in Kyrgyzstan, expressing the hope for the expansion of relations with the Central Asian country.

Security Restored to Kirkuk under Iraqi Forces’ Control

Iraqi government forces have established security over the northern city of Kirkuk after retaking contested territory from Kurdish militants.

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