Iran Plans $200bn Investment in Oil Sector
First Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri said that the Rouhani Administration is planning to invest $200bn dollars in oil sector in a push to develop the industry by employing new technologies.
Increasing Threat of Non-Communicable Diseases: Deputy Minister
Non-communicable diseases are growing, threatening the health of Iranians, the deputy health minister Ali-Akbar Sayyari said.
Finnish Edition of Shahnameh Unveiled in Tehran
A Finnish translation of a selection from Ferdowsi’s epic masterpiece Shahnameh, by Jaakko Hameen-Anttila, a professor at the University of Helsinki, was unveiled during a ceremony in Tehran on Saturday.
Green Slopes of Shahvar Mount
4000-meter Shahvar Mount is the symbol of glory in Shahroud of Semnan province. Shahvar is the highest peak of north east of Iran and...
Iran Sets New Record in Steel Exports
Deputy Trade Minister Mehdi Karbasian said Iran has set a new record in steel exports to global markets.
Shale – Iran Joins the Club
Iran has joined the club of countries which own shale oil and gas reserves, a senior Iranian oil official said.
US Analyst Interview – How Would the Next US President Treat Iran?
An American political analyst said that a potential revocation of the JCPOA nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers by the next US president would draw negative responses from European countries.
IRGC: Bahrain’s Call for War against Iran More like a Joke
An official from the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said that contemplating a war against Iran was “out of Bahrain’s league”, and suggested that...
Over 60 foreign publishers to participate in Tehran Intl. Book Fair
Sixty-five publishing companies from around the world will showcase their latest offerings at the 29th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF) during May.
Commander: Iranian Navy to Stage Massive Wargames in Int’l Waters
Iranian Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari announced that his forces will stage massive wargames in international waters this year, adding that other specialized drills using missiles and submarines are also on the agenda.
Tehran Slams Riyadh for Politicizing Hajj Pilgrimage
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari censured Saudi Arabia for its attempts to politicize the issue of Hajj pilgrimage and its refusal to cooperate with the Islamic Republic to facilitate the travel of Iranian pilgrims to the Arab country for the upcoming Hajj.
Impact of Iran-EU Ties on Saudi Arabia’s Behaviour towards Tehran
Mehdi Zakerian, an Iranian academic, believes that Iran’s improved ties with the European Union can have an impact on the country’s ties with other regional states, particularly Saudi Arabia.
Hyundai to build power plant in Iran
South Korea’s Hyundai Engineering Company (HEC) will ink a contract to construct a 500-megawatt power house in Iran.
Iran Ready to Transfer Anti-Terror Expertise: Rouhani
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran has valuable experience in fighting terrorism and is ready to transfer it to other countries.
Velayati Raps US Supreme Court Ruling to Seize Iran’s Assets
Head of the Strategic Research Center of Iran’s Expediency Council, Ali Akbar Velayati, criticized the US decision to seize nearly $2bn of the Central Bank of Iran’s assets in an American bank, describing the move as an indication of Washington’s “bullying” approach.
Iran and France Hold Cultural Soiree in Shiraz
Iran and France held a cultural night in the historical city of Shiraz on the night of Apr 24.
Beauty of fritillaria imperialis
Dehaghan of Isfahan province is home to beautiful red fritillaria imperialis flowers during the spring.
Kerry’s Remarks Not Enough to Resolve Issue of Iran’s Int’l Transactions: Nuclear Expert
After Iran experienced problems with its financial transactions with foreign banks, particularly European ones, US Secretary of State John Kerry said in a meeting...
On the Strong US Opposition to Brexit: Playing the UK Card in the EU
The United States insists that the United Kingdom should stay in the European Union. US President Barack Obama recently visited the country right after...
Iran and South Korea Confer on Expanding Nuclear Cooperation
In an Apr 24 meeting in Tehran, a South Korean delegation headed by the deputy minister of Trade, Industry and Energy stressed the continuation of talks on the expansion of nuclear cooperation with Iran.
Portugal to Open Commercial & Investment Bureau in Tehran
A trade delegation from Portugal came to Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines & Agriculture (TCCIMA) to explore the situation for business and investment with their Iranian counterparts.
Kurdish Artist Buries His Sculpture of Renowned Poet
An Iranian-Kurdish sculptor buried a statue he had made of a famous Kurdish poet, after municipal officials refused to install it in the western...
Iran’s President Forms Committee to Reclaim Money Seized by US
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has set up a committee to find a way to restore the Central Bank of Iran’s assets, seized by Washington according to a US court order, an Iranian diplomat announced.
Qazvin, Italian Investors Sign Solar Plant Deal
Qazvin provincial officials and Italian investors have signed a deal which will build a 1000-mW solar power plant and photovoltaic panels.
Araqchi: No obstacles for foreign banks in transactions with Iran
Foreign Ministry Deputy for Legal and International Affairs Abbas Araqchi said the powerful stands taken by the head of Iran’s Central Bank has resulted in the US announcement that non-American banks have no problems in transactions with Iran.
