‘Queen of Iran’s Skies’ Tells Story of Her Paragliding Career

Fatemeh Eftekhari, who has become known as the “Queen of Iran’s Skies”, is the first Iranian female pilot taking part in international competitions. She has great stories to tell about her success.

49th Armenian Olympics Kicks Off in Tehran

The 49th edition of the Armenian Olympics was inaugurated in Tehran on Tuesday night.

Iran’s IKCO, Mercedes Benz to Establish Joint Venture

Iran’s largest car manufacturer, Iran Khodro Industrial Group (IKCO), and Germany’s giant car manufacture Mercedes Benz have signed a contract to establish a joint venture for selling new products and offering after-sale services in Iran.

Kurdistan Referendum Regionally Harmful: Iranian Envoy

Iran’s ambassador to Iraq says the idea of holding a referendum on the Iraqi Kurdistan region’s independence from Iraq is detrimental to the Middle East.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 13

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, September 13, and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran, Afghanistan to Launch Joint Project to Restore Hamun Lake

Tehran and Kabul are preparing a joint strategic plan aimed at restoring Hamun Lake, which lies in the Iran-Afghanistan border, an Iranian official said.

Iran Appoints 1st Female Manager of Gas Field Development Project

An Iranian woman has been appointed for the first time as the manager of a major gas field development project in the country.

Red Region Project: Carpets Show Chaos in Mideast

An Iranian photographer has launched a creative project named “The Red Region” by taking photos of Iranian carpets in the heart of Iran’s deserts and seas.

‘New US Sanctions Aimed at Undermining Iran’s Power’

Experts say Washington’s new sanctions against Iran are aimed at undercutting the constituents of the Islamic Republic’s power.

University of Tehran Opens Dorm for Foreign Students

A deputy head of University of Tehran says several new dorms have been built in this university and this year, for the first time, the Osku dormitory was launched for foreign students.

Iran Protecting Syria Civilians, Even Families of Terrorists

A senior Iranian official says the country is determined to prevent civilians in Syria, including members of terrorists’ families, from being killed in the ongoing fight against terror.

Iran Decries US Searches of Russian Diplomatic Buildings

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has condemned the US move to conduct searches at Russian diplomatic buildings.

Iran Rejects Amano’s Claim on Inspection of Military Sites

Ali Akbar Velayati, an international advisor to Iran’s Leader, has dismissed the IAEA chief’s remarks about inspecting Iran’s military sites, reiterating that no foreigner will be given such access.

Iran’s Tourism Chief in China to Attend WTO Meeting

Head of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism Organization (ICHTO) Ali Asghar Mounesan has travelled to China to attend the 22nd General Assembly of the World Tourism Organization.

Chinese Drilling Worker Disappears in Southwestern Iran

An oil well drilling worker has disappeared since Saturday in the mountains of the oil-rich city of Masjed Soleyman in southwest of Iran, and search operations are underway to find him.

IRGC Dismisses Idea of Military Intervention in Myanmar

A senior IRGC general has rejected the idea of Iran’s military interference to help Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar similar to what it did for Iraq and Syria, saying the two cases are very different from each other.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 12

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, September 12, and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran FM to Visit Russia’s Sochi on Wednesday

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will leave Tehran for the Russian city of Sochi on Wednesday morning at the head of a delegation, foreign ministry spokesman said.

Myanmar’s Crackdown on Rohingya Turning into Ethnic Cleansing

A political commentator says the Myanmar government is conducting organized ethnic cleansing against Rohingya Muslims in the country.

Qatar Crisis Escalates despite Trump’s Attempt to Intervene

Washington’s lukewarm mediation between Saudi Arabia and Qatar has failed to settle the crisis between the two sides.

Symphony of Colours in Iran’s Local Wedding Ceremonies

Bakhtiari people, a tribe inhabiting the southwestern provinces of Iran, wear colourful clothes at their wedding ceremonies and dance in groups to folklore traditional songs called ‘Dovalali’ (groom and bride) in local dialect.

“Europe Seeking Own Interests When Cosying Up to Iran or US”

A political analyst believes Europe only has its interests in mind when approaching Iran or the US, and if Tehran fails to live up to its JCPOA commitments, the EU will change its behaviour.

Iran Opposed to Any Pressure on Its Neighbours: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in a meeting with Qatar’s ambassador underlined Tehran’s opposition to any pressure on its neighbours by any party.

Myanmar Disaster Marks Death of Nobel Peace Prize: Iran Leader

Iran’s Leader says the disaster in Myanmar, which is blamed on the ‘cruel’ Nobel Peace Prize laureate Aung San Suu Kyi, marks the death of this international prize.

Two New Percussion Instruments Unveiled in Tehran

In a ceremony in Tehran, two new percussion instruments called ‘Daf-e Kooki’ (a type of frame drum) and ‘Dom Dom’ (a kind of double-headed drum) were unveiled.

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