Syrian People in Aleppo Ride First Train after 4 Years
Hundreds of Syrians rode a train across east Aleppo for the first time in more than four years after the Army recaptured the city.
Moving US Embassy to Jerusalem Is a Declaration of War: Iraq’s al-Sadr
Moving the US embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to al-Quds (Jerusalem) would be a declaration of war on Islam, influential Iraqi cleric Moqtada al-Sadr said Tuesday.
Spokesman Reject’s British Official’s Baseless Remarks against Iran
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi dismissed as ill-advised, provocative and baseless the allegations of human rights violation in Iran made by a British official, saying the era of using human rights for political purposes has ended.
Iran’s Power Serves Regional Stability: President Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the power of the Islamic Republic of Iran is aimed at safeguarding the Middle East’s security and stability.
Plasco Indecent Results from People’s Irrational, Irresponsible Votes
Following the tragic collapse of Plasco Building, many Iranian media outlets have sharply criticized the presence of Iranian artists and athletes in Tehran’s City Council - thanks to public votes - while they do not possess sufficient expertise and efficiency for managing urban affairs.
Heart of Firefighter Killed in Plasco Tragedy Donated after His Death
The heart of Behnam Mirzakhani, a 25-year-old Iranian fireman who was brain-dead in the Plasco building collapse, have been donated to a patient.
Iranian and Kuwaiti FMs Hold Talks in Tehran
Foreign Ministers of Iran and Kuwait exchanged views at the Iranian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday.
Iran’s FM Zarif Says He’s Proud of Nuclear Deal
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Tuesday dismissed the allegations that he is ashamed of the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, saying he is actually proud of it.
Trump Thanks Iranian Photographer for Inauguration Photo with Wrong Date!
While US President Donald Trump had thanked the Iranian photographer of a panoramic photo showing his inauguration day, the date written under the photo turned out to be January 21, the day of women’s anti-Trump demonstrations across the world.
Iran Postpones Funeral of Firefighters Killed in Plasco Collapse
A funeral ceremony that was due to be held on Thursday for the firefighters who lost their lives in the tragic collapse of a high-rise building in Tehran has been delayed for a couple of days, an Iranian official announced.
Female Pakistani MP Threatens to Self-Immolate after Harassment in Parliament
A Pakistani female lawmaker threatened to burn herself after she was harassed by male colleagues in the parliament.
I Wish I Could Learn of My Film’s Oscar Nomination in a Better Time: Farhadi
Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi says he wished he could hear the news of his film’s nomination in the 2017 Academy Awards in a time not filled with the sorrow of Plasco tragedy.
Iranian TV Presenter Passes out during Live Show (+Video)
A famous Iranian TV host fainted during a live show because of what was declared to be a chest pain caused by a nervous attack.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 25
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 24 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Nuclear Deal Has Led to Revolution in Iran’s Int’l Standing: Deputy FM
An Iranian deputy foreign minister and senior nuclear negotiator says the country’s 2015 nuclear agreement with world powers justly revolutionized its standing in the international arena.
Lebanese President Aoun to Visit Iran: FM
Foreign minister of Lebanon unveiled plans for a visit to Iran by Lebanese President Michel Aoun, without giving a date.
16,000 Children Head Back to School in Iraq’s Mosul
Thousands of Iraqi children are heading back to school in east Mosul after weeks of fighting and more than two years of the ISIS terrorist group’s rule, the UN children's fund UNICEF said Tuesday.
Female Suicide Bombers in Nigeria Use Babies in Missions
In a move to avoid detection, female suicide bombers in Nigeria blow themselves up while carrying babies.
Plasco Incident’s Heroes Commemorated in Iran’s Football League
The 18th week of Iran’s Persian Gulf Pro League was completely overshadowed by the collapse of the ageing high-rise, called Plasco Building, in downtown Tehran last week.
Jordan’s Verbal Attack on Iran Aims to Safeguard Terrorists’ Interests
An Iranian lawmaker believes that Jordan’s support of terrorism is the reason behind the recent anti-Iran statements made by the Arab country’s new Foreign Minister.
Kuwaiti FM’s Visit to Tehran Part of Routine Diplomacy: Spokesman
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman made it clear that Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah Al Khalid Al Sabah’s Wednesday visit to Iran is part of regular diplomatic meetings between the two neighbors, which have been in close contact for a long time.
Flaxseeds Can Treat Cardiovascular Diseases
Iranian scientists have produced a new type of medicine for treatment of cardiovascular diseases using flaxseeds.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Dismisses Saudi FM’s “Insulting” Remarks
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has dismissed the recent “insulting” claims by Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir against the Islamic Republic, saying such allegations are aimed at distorting the existing realities in the Middle East.
Syria Peace Talks in Astana Wrapp Up with Joint Statement
Iran, Russia and Turkey issued a joint statement on Tuesday following Syrian peace talks in Astana, Kazakhstan.
$340m Allocated to Tourism Development in Iran
An Iranian tourism official announced that facilities as much as $340 million will be allocated to the private sector’s investment in tourism.
