Rascals in US Driveling about Iran’s Defence Power: Leader

The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution says the reason why “nonsense-talking rascals” in the United States are kicking up a fuss about Iran’s defence and missile potentialities is Tehran’s precise and wise calculations to achieve those capabilities.

Iran’s One-Day COVID-19 Fatalities Once Again at All-Time High

Iran has confirmed 251 new fatalities caused by the novel coronavirus, the biggest one-day record since the beginning of the outbreak.

Iran Welcomes Cessation of Hostilities in Nagorno-Karabakh

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic welcomes cessation of hostilities in Nagorno-Karabakh as a step toward peace.

Iran Blasts US’ ‘Terroristic’ Attempt to Block Sales of Food, Medicine

The Iranian president has dismissed as “terroristic, cruel and inhumane” the United States’ efforts to impede financial transactions by and with Iran to provide food and medicines.

Iranian Maestro Mohammad-Reza Shajarian Dies at 80

Mohammad-Reza Shajarian, the most prominent Iranian vocalist and a master of Iran's classical music, has passed away at the age of 80 after a long battle with cancer.

Iran Warns Baku It Won’t Tolerate Terrorists’ Presence Near Its Borders

The Iranian president has slammed as unacceptable the deployment of Syria-based foreign terrorists to areas near Iran’s borders to get involved in the ongoing conflict between Armenia and the Azerbaijan Republic.

Iranians Obliged to Wear Masks as of Oct. 10

Wearing masks will be mandatory for all Iranian citizens nationwide as of Saturday, October 10, 2020, and offenders will be fined, a top healthcare official says.

Iran Prepares Detailed Plan to End Karabakh Fighting: Spokesman

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Saeed Khatibzadeh says Tehran has prepared a plan with details in order to resolve the armed clashes between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia and persuade the warring sides to launch political talks.

Iran Calls for Closer Ties with Kuwait during New Emir’s Term

Iran’s president has congratulated Kuwait’s new emir, Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, on assuming the position following the demise of Sheikh Sabah.

Iran FM Meets with New Emir in Trip to Kuwait

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has travelled to Kuwait on behalf of President Hassan Rouhani to offer sympathy to the Kuwaiti nation and government over the demise of the country's former emir, Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah.

Iran Starts Fining Those Who Violate COVID-19 Health Protocols

The Iranian president says stricter restrictions will be put in place to stem the spread of coronavirus, and those breaching health protocols will be dealt with seriously.

Iranian, Russian Foreign Ministers Discuss Karabakh Developments

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov have discussed the latest developments in the Nagorno-Karabakh region.

Iranian Papers Describe Trump-Biden Debate as ‘Fight Club’

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday, October 1, 2020, and picked headlines from 11 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

US Presidential Debate Showed Washington in Deep Trouble: Iran

The Iranian president says the first US presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden indicated that US officials themselves are really in a bind.

Late Kuwaiti Emir Played Key Role in Creating Regional Balance: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has offered condolences over the "heart-breaking" demise of Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the late Emir of Kuwait, and praised his “prominent” role in establishing balance and moderation in the region.

Iran’s President Lauds Ayatollah Sistani’s Vital Role after Controversy

President Hassan Rouhani has admired senior Iraqi Shiite cleric Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani for his major role in creating stability and security in Iraq.

Iran Welcomes Prisoner Swap Deal between Yemen’s Warring Sides

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has welcomed the Houthi Ansarullah Movement’s deal with the Saudi-backed Yemeni government of Abd Rabbu Mansour Hadi on swapping prisoners of war, and called on both sides to implement the agreement as soon as possible.

Iran Denies Claim Its Territory Used for Arms Transfer to Armenia

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has rejected certain media reports that claimed weaponry and military hardware are transported via Iran’s soil to Armenia.

US Killed Number-One Enemy of ISIS: Iran FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has described American authorities as “cowards” who killed the number-one enemy of the ISIS, and then claimed it was Washington that eliminated the terror group.

Spokesman Rejects Kuwaiti Paper’s Report on Iran-US Talks

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh has dismissed a Kuwaiti newspaper’s claim that Tehran and Washington have sat for talks in Oman, saying Iran will not negotiate with US unless it accepts the Islamic Republic’s conditions.

Iran’s FM Asks Azerbaijan, Armenia to Cease Hostilities, Hold Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called on Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan to exercise restraint, agree on ceasefire and launch negotiations after a new round of military clashes between the two neighbors.

Iran Urges Armenia, Azerbaijan to Show Restraint as Fighting Escalates

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran called on the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia to exercise self-restraint following the latest military escalation in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.

Iran Says Doesn’t Care Who Takes Helm at White House

It does not matter to Iran who wins the US presidential election as long as Washington has not shifted its unlawful policy of sanctions, Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations says.

US Presence in Iraq to Detriment of Region’s Security: Iran President

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran has deplored the detrimental effects of the US military presence on Iraq and other countries, calling on all regional states to pursue the expulsion of American forces from the region.

Trump Admin. Inflicted $150 Billion in Losses on Iran: Rouhani

The Iranian president has hit out at the government of US President Donald Trump for causing Iran to suffer billions of dollars in losses in the past three years.

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