Iran Condemns Terror Attack on Libyan Foreign Ministry
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has condemned the terrorist attack on the Libyan foreign ministry in the capital Tripoli, offering sympathy to the families of victims.
Funeral Procession Held for Iranian Statesman
A huge crowd on Wednesday attended the funeral ceremony held for Ayatollah Mahmoud Hashemi Shahroudi, the 70-year-old chairman of Iran’s Expediency Council and former Judiciary chief who died in Tehran on Monday.
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 26
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, December 26, 2018, and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Iranian Christians Go New Year Shopping
On the eve of the New Year, streets in Christian neighbourhoods in central Tehran are filled with people doing Christmas shopping.
‘European Firms Planning to Establish Trade Ties with Iran’
An official says although the European mechanism to keep economic ties with Iran despite US sanctions has not yet been implemented, a number of European firms have contacted Iranian officials to plan to establish business ties with the country.
Iran Leader Expresses Condolences over Bus Crash Tragedy in Tehran
The Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution has expressed condolences on the death of a number of people in a bus crash in Tehran.
Iran, Azerbaijan Call for Implementation of Joint Projects
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and visiting Azerbaijan's Parliament Speaker Ogtay Asadov have stressed the importance of completing joint projects, especially those related to the International North–South Transport Corridor.
UAE Releases Images of Missing Princess
The United Arab Emirates has said on Monday that Princess Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed al-Maktoum, daughter of Dubai’s ruler, is alive and living at home with her family.
Tehran Calls for Enhancement of Ties with Baku
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called fo improvement of relations between Tehran and Baku in different fields.
Iran, Russia Must Increase Military Cooperation
A senior Iranian commander says considering the sensitive situation in the region and the spread of terrorism, Tehran and Moscow should move to upgrade military ties and boost their anti-terror fight.
Tehran Hosts Exhibition of Paintings on Integrity of Power, Militarism
An exhibition of paintings by Amir-Hossein Zanjani, entitled "Marching", was recently held at Mohsen Gallery in Tehran.
Iranian President Offers Congratulations on Christmas
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated world leaders on the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ (PBUH) and the advent of the new Christian year in separate messages on Tuesday.
Bus Crash in Iranian University Leaves Several Dead
A bus carrying students has rolled out of the road at an Iranian university in northwest Tehran on Tuesday, leaving at least seven dead and over 20 injured.
Christmas Celebrated by Iranians in Tehran Church
Iranian Catholic Christians have celebrated Christmas in Saint Gregory church of capital Tehran on Tuesday, December 25, as Christians across the world mark the day.
‘Russia Likely to Backstab Iran to Secure Own National Interests’
An Iranian analyst says Russia is likely to stab Iran in the back in order to secure its own national interests.
Iran Leader Offers Condolences on Demise of Expediency Council Chief
Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has expressed condolences over the passing of Ayatollah Mahmoud Hashemi Shahroudi, the 70-year-old late chairman of Iran’s Expediency Council and former Judiciary chief who died in Tehran on Monday.
Iranian President Submits Budget Bill to Parliament
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has appeared before lawmakers on Tuesday to submit an annual budget of $47.5 billion for the next Iranian calendar year (to start on March 21).
A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 25
IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, December 25, 2018, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.
Book of Hours of Louis XII to Be Unveiled in Tehran on Christmas
The library of the Museum of Niavaran is going to unveil the Book of Hours of Louis XII on the occasion of Christmas.
Knowledge-Based Activities Make Iran Resistant to Sanctions: VP
Iran’s vice president says knowledge-based economy makes the country resistant to sanctions.
Sanandaj; The City of Iranian Sculptures
The city of Sanandaj in Kurdistan Province, western Iran, is home to a large number of statues built in honour of the literary figures, poets, athletes and prominent people of the city.
Ayatollah Hashemi Shahroudi Dies at 70
Ayatollah Mahmoud Hashemi Shahroudi, the head of Iran's Expediency Council and former Judiciary Chief, has passed away at the age of 70.
Iraq Says US Forces Will Never Leave Middle East
An Iraqi lawmaker has described Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US forces from Syria as Washington’s new tactic, saying it is an illusion to think the decision would eventually result in the pullout of all US troops from the region.
‘Jews in Iran Freely Perform Rituals as First-Class Citizens’
Homayoun Sameyah, the head of Tehran’s Jewish community, says Jews in Iran enjoy complete freedom and great facilities, as the Iranian government believes they are separated from Israel and its extremist ideology.
Iranian, Pakistani FMs Hold Talks in Tehran
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed issues of mutual interest with his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Tehran.
