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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.

Former Chief of Iran’s State Broadcaster to Run for President

Former head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) Ezzatollah Zarghami announced on Wednesday that he would seek the presidency in the May election.

Iran May Send Pilgrims to This Year’s Hajj: FM Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said the country may send nationals to Saudi Arabia to participate in the Hajj rituals this year.

49 Works by 32 Iranian Artists at Christie’s Dubai

An exhibition of 163 artworks by the most sought-after Iranian, Arab and Turkish artists will be held in Dubai March 16-18, and then auctioned on March 18 at Christie’s upcoming sale of modern and contemporary art in the Middle East.

Sharp Rise in Number of Foreign Media Covering Iran’s Beauties

The presence of foreign media in Iran for preparing reports and documentaries about the country’s tourist attractions has seen a considerable rise since the landmark nuclear deal with major world powers in July 2015.

Iran’s Population Increases to Nearly 80m: National Census

The findings of the recent National Population and Housing Census show Iran's population is over 79.92 million, which is about 4.77 million more compared to the previous figure registered by the census conducted in the Iranian year 1390

Iran’s President Writes Letter to Emir of Kuwait

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has sent a letter to Kuwait’s Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, a report said

Iranian Filmmaker Wins Best Director Award in Canada

Iranian filmmaker Narges Abyar was selected as the best director at the 12th Vancouver International Women in Film Festival (VIWIFF).

Iran’s Leader Endorses Conditions for Pardoning Prisoners

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei endorsed a set of conditions and regulations for pardoning or commuting prison terms of convicts sentenced by various Iranian courts.

DM Hails Iran’s Advanced Homegrown Tank

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan praised the country's state-of-the-art tank dubbed “Karrar”, saying that the domestically-manufactured tank is a clear sign of the high capability and creativity of the Defense Ministry’s experts.

Working Women in Iran Can Receive Paid Leave for Adopting Kids

working women who adopt children under the age of three are now entitled to 84 days of paid leave, the Ministry of Labor, Cooperatives and Social Welfare said in a new directive.

Iran Advises Nationals to Avoid Visiting Turkey over Security Concerns

Iran’s Foreign ministry said Iranian nationals are well-advised to exercise caution while traveling to neighboring Turkey due to security concerns.

Iran Blames US Policies for Ongoing Tensions in Mideast

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed the “spiteful” anti-Iran remarks by the head of the US Central Command, saying Washington's “injudicious and incorrect” policies are the root cause of tensions in the Middle East.

Iran Strongly Denounces Damascus Terrorist Attacks

Iran on Saturday strongly condemned the deadly bombings in the Syrian capital in which almost 50 people were killed and over 100 others were wounded.

Iran’s Second Airbus Plane Lands in Tehran

A second airplane purchased by Iran through a major post-sanctions deal with the European aviation giant Airbus has landed in the capital, Tehran.

Iran to Join FATF by May: Central Bank Governor

The governor of the Central Bank of Iran believes that the country will be able to meet the conditions needed to become a full-time member of the Financial Action Task Force when the organization takes up Iran's case in May.

Iran Exports Milk to US for First Time in History

For the first time in Iranian history, the country has exported milk to the United States, Deputy Agriculture Minister Hassan Rokni announced on Thursday without providing any further information about the value of trade or time of delivery.

Iran Blasts Saudi Airstrike on Civilians in Yemen

Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned a Saudi airstrike on a residential area in Yemen’s western province of Hudaydah that killed dozens of civilians on Friday.

Iran Hails China’s Offer to Help Resolve Tehran-Riyadh Tension

Iran has welcomed a Chinese offer to play a mediatory role and help settle the differences between Iran and Saudi Arabia, which unilaterally severed ties with the Islamic Republic last year.

Iran Books Place in 2017 Beach Soccer World Cup in Bahamas

Iran defeated Japan 8-6 to book a place in the AFC Beach Soccer Championship 2017 final match.

Ayatollah Khamenei Downplays US Claims on Iran Elections

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has downplayed the US criticism of elections in Iran as a result of Washington’s fury over Tehran’s growing influence among nations.

Religious Minorities Can Improve Iran’s Global Image: Minister

Iran's Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alawi emphasized the constructive role that leaders of religious minorities living in Iran can play in their interaction in the country's society and letting the world know about the realities on the ground in Iran.

Iranian FM Holds Talks with Emir of Qatar in Doha

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has met and held talks with the Qatari emir on bilateral relations as well as regional developments.

Iran Blasts Kabul Terror Attack

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned a deadly attack on a hospital in the Afghan capital of Kabul on Wednesday, which was claimed by the Daesh (ISIS or ISIL) terror group.

Man United Describes Iranian Striker as Rostov’s Star Player

Manchester United site has warned the Red Devils of Iranian striker Sardar Azmoun’s threat.

IRGC Denies US Claims about Naval Incident in Persian Gulf

A commander with Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says an American warship recently drew its warning by sailing “unprofessionally” close to the force’s vessels near Iranian territorial waters.

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