Thanksgiving in Iran: People Thank for Blessing of Pomegranate Harvest
People in a Western Iranian village annually hold a type of thanksgiving ceremony for the blessing of pomegranate harvest in the preceding year.
Mosul Civilians Release Inmates after Storming ISIS Prison
A source in Iraq’s Nineveh Province announced that local people in Mosul have stormed the ISIS’ main prison in Western Mosul and released dozens of prisoners after killing the guard.
Majidi’s Biopic on Prophet Muhammad’s Life Warmly Received in Turkey
The latest film by the internationally-acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi about the early life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) has received a great reception in Turkey.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 5
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
22nd Press Exhibition Officially Inaugurated in Tehran
The 22nd edition of Iran’s Press Exhibition was officially opened on Saturday morning in a ceremony attended by President Rouhani.
Iran’s Top Judge Hails ‘Constructive’ Visit to Iraq
Iranian Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani expressed satisfaction with his week-long visit to Iraq, saying constructive talks have been held with the Iraqi political and judicial authorities.
Cyber Strike Empowered Iran: Nuclear Chief
Iran’s top nuclear official says the 2011 cyber attack by the US and Israel against the Iranian nuclear energy program worked against their intended objectives and helped improve the Islamic Republic’s readiness against such acts of sabotage.
World’s Most Expensive Dates Come to Fruition in Iran
An Iranian cultural official announced that medjool date, world’s first commercial cultivar, has come to fruition in Iran.
Escalation of Violence against Afghan Journalists
An Afghan activist says that violence against journalists has unprecedentedly increased this year, inasmuch as the rate of violence against media professionals during the past 10 months has been equal to the one in past eight years.
Former Coach of Iran’s National Football Team Passes Away
Former coach and defender of Iran’s National Football Team (Team Melli) and Esteghlal football club Mansour Pourheydari passed away at the age of 71 on Friday.
Iran’s Exports of Medicinal Herbs at $300m
Iran says it has exported above $300 million worth of medicinal herbs since January.
Iran’s Zarif Plans to Visit Lebanon Next Week
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif plans to make an official visit to Beirut next week to hold talks with senior Lebanese officials and prominent figures.
Cleric Urges Efforts to Make US Crimes Known Globally
A senior Iranian cleric slammed the US government as the Muslim world’s archenemy, calling for attempts to let the whole world know about Washington’s criminal conducts and lack of commitment to treaties.
Iran to Send JCPOA to Museum If US Ignores Commitments: IRGC Commander
Lieutenant Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Salami warned that if the US government reneges on the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, known as JCPOA, Iran will “send the deal to Museum”.
Saudi Ambassador Compares Yemen War to Beating One’s Wife
The Saudi ambassador to the US has dodged a journalist’s question on the use of cluster bombs in Yemen, saying it’s like asking, “Will you stop beating your wife?”
Tehran Hosts Theatre Officials from Western Asia
A group of theatre executives from 13 western Asian countries visited Tehran to learn about Iran's potentialities in dramatic arts and theatre.
Iranian Health Minister Reports on Social Harms to Leader
Iran’s Minister of Health has recently briefed the Leader of the Islamic Revolution on the latest situation of social harms in Iran, describing it as painful yet treatable.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 3
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Aoun’s Election Heralds Better Future for Lebanon: Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the election of Michel Aoun as Lebanon’s new president will surely result in a more prosperous future for the country.
$200m Budget Allocated to American Documentary on Arba’een
An Oscar-winning American filmmaker is going to make a documentary about the processions of Shiite Muslim people for Arbaeen, the 40th day after martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH).
London Working to Expand Trade Ties with Tehran: British Trade Secretary
British Trade Secretary Liam Fox said London is seeking to address concerns of its banking sector about ties with Iran in an attempt to boost business ties with the Islamic Republic following the removal of anti-Tehran sanctions.
Iran, FAO Sign Deal to Cooperate on Aquatic Genetic Resources
Iran’s Fisheries Organization and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) inked an agreement Wednesday to improve genetic resources of Rainbow Trout fish in the Islamic Republic.
Modern Stadium Inaugurated in Isfahan after a Decade
The renovation of Naghsh-e Jahan Stadium in Iran’s Isfahan was finally finished and the long-awaited opening ceremony was held for the country’s second largest football venue.
Iranian Jewish MP Denies Interview with Israeli Radio
Siamak Moreh Sedgh, the representative of Jewish people in Iran’s Parliament, dismissed the allegations about his interview with an Israeli radio, saying that no free man interviews with a Zionist media.
Saudi Arabia Deviated from True Islam, Acting against Islamic Teachings
A spokesperson for Muslim people in Greece believes that the violation of Muslims’ basic rights in Saudi Arabia and other policies adopted by Saudi rulers are adding fuel to global fire of Islamophobia.
