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Larger increase in number of American tourists applying for visa to visit Iran
Interests Section of Iran in Washington DC.: No obstacle for issuing visa
Next Iranian Parliament to Be Formed of 3 Powerful Sides
The reformist Etemad Daily in an article has examined the results of parliamentary elections held earlier on Friday, February 26, across Iran, suggesting that the new parliament would witness a fair combination of reformists, conservatives, and independents
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on March 1
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 29
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 23 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Swiss President: “After Visiting Mahak, Altruistic Behaviour is Reflected in Iran’s Culture.”
Within minutes, I witnessed how capable Mahak is at helping children deal with cancer. That an NGO should be in charge of such an important issue is self-explanatory. It is easy to see that there is a humanitarian culture in Iran, and it is not just financially manifested.
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 28
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Iran in Photos: Mud Volcano of Chabahar
Sounds similar to gunshots can be frequently heard when such volcanoes are active. The mud volcano in Chabahar is 20 m in height.
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages one day after epic elections
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 40 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 25
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Let’s Have National Day of Dialogue, Imam Sadr’s Daughter Proposes
Houra Sadr, the daughter of Iranian-Lebanese philosopher and religious leader Imam Musa al-Sadr, in an article, has asked Iranian officials to name February 19...
Islamic Architecture in Photos: World’s Pink Mosques
Mosques are common places of worship among Muslims all around the world. Regardless of whether they are Shi’a or Sunni, they all pray there. This is a building which, in people’s minds, is usually blue as a symbol of peace, and built with a specific architectural style.
Head coach of Al Nasr: Iran enjoys high security
Head of Al Nasr football club says Sepahan was the superior team of the field and achieved the reward of its superiority against Al...
MPs’ Bravery and Freedom Will Help Safeguard Iran’s Nature and Biological Diversity
The Head of the Environmental Protection Organization listed Iran’s environmental problems with reference to the upcoming Parliamentary Elections, asking the people to help her...
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 24
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Sa’ad-ul-Saltaneh lnn (PHOTOS)
Sa’ad-ul-Saltaneh lnn, part of Sa’ad-ul-Saltaneh House, is located in the central province of Qazvin. It is well-known as being one of the broadest and most complete...
Iran: Hezbollah Leader completely fine
Ali Akbar Velayati, the Supreme Leader's advisor in international affairs, told YJC that rumors about Seyyed Hassan Nasrollah's illness are false, saying, "Touch wood,...
Nearly 500 reporters from 29 countries heading to cover Iran election news
Iranian Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance announced that 473 reporters from 29 countries have so far confirmed their presence in Iran to cover...
A Different Place to Stay: Hotel Made of Garbage in Iranian Island
A travel group is trying to build an accommodation in the southern Iranian Island of Hormuz using the help of the islanders in collecting the garbage.
Zarif: People by their vote will insure success of diplomacy
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif in an interview with Persian daily Iran has touched upon various topics. Commenting on the coming elections, Mr....
Iranians Hold Rally in Support of Animal Rights
A number of Iranian citizens held a rally in Tehran to support the application of animal rights through legal channels.
The crowd gathered in front...
A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 23
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Religious Minorities Will Vote in Elections as Seriously as Other Citizens
Prominent figures from religious minorities in West Azerbaijan Province, in a gathering arranged by the IRNA news agency, said that religious minorities are inseparable parts of the Iranian nation and take part in all aspects of life. This includes the upcoming elections, where they will vote alongside their compatriots.
Were those terrorists killed in Iraq and Syria carrying Saudi diplomatic passports?
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari, in a response to Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister Adel al Jubeir’s claim that Iran has killed many Saudi diplomats, said that the allegations made by Mr. Jubeir since he took office cannot be taken as anything more than a joke.
New Revelations by Saudi Whistleblower about Secret Commitment of Saudis to Russia
The well-known Saudi blogger and activist, Mojtahed, who has frequently exposed the darker sides of the ruling Saud family, now says that Riyadh has...
Samovar Museum in Iran
The museum exhibits samovars from 150-200 years ago, ones which have been collected from across Iran, Russia, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan.