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Rouhani’s Brother Appears in Public to End Rumours of His Arrest

Hossein Fereydoun, the brother and special aide of President Hassan Rouhani, was absent for a couple of weeks from the president’s meetings and visits. Certain media had been covering rumours of his arrest, but he finally joined his brother on an official visit, putting an end to speculation.

Rouhani: All Iranians Equal in Civil Rights

President Hassan Rouhani said that all Iranians, including Shia and Sunni Muslims, have equal civil rights in the country.

Rouhani: Iran a Land of Brotherhood and Unity among Ethnic Groups

Iranian President Rouhani said Iranians from all religions, sects and races are branches of one tree, called Islamic Iran.

Too Soon to See JCPOA Results in National Economy

Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, the Deputy-FM for International and Legal Affairs and a senior nuclear negotiator, has said that four months is too short for an accurate evaluation of JCPOA implementation effect on national economy.

President: Any Political Inclinations from IRIB Unacceptable

President Hassan Rouhani praised the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting’s role in establishment of national unity in the country, and said that any inclination of the IRIB towards political sides is not acceptable.

Rouhani: People Are for a Strong, Effective Parliament

President Hassan Rouhani said the Iranian nation have favoured a strong and effective Majlis [Parliament] for over a century.

Tayyebnia and Seif Positive about Growth Rates and Inflation

IFP: Economic Minister Ali Tayyebnia and Governor of the Central Bank of Iran Valiollah Seif both addressed the 26th Annual Conference on Monetary and...

Assembly of Experts Reassures Nation: Rouhani

President Rouhani told the media at the close of the first session of Iran’s 5th Assembly of Experts that the assembly will reassure people when its time comes.

Gov’t Spokesman Congratulates Farhadi and Hosseini on Cannes Awards

Spokesman for the Iranian Administration Mohammad Baqer Nobakht referred to the recent awards given to Iranian artists in Cannes Film Festival as a source of pride for the Iranian nation, and extended his congratulations on the international success.

2 New Pharmaceutical Products Produced per Month under Rouhani’s Tenure

Iranian Health Minister Seyyed Hassan Qazizadeh Hashemi announced that the country has managed to produce two new drugs each month under the tenure of President Hassan Rouhani despite all problems and deficiencies.

Larijani: Incumbent Gov’t More Successful in Acting Lawfully

Majlis [Parliament] Speaker Ali Larijani lauded President Hassan Rouhani's government for its achievements in terms of acting in accordance with the law.

Iran Earnestly Seeking to Reduce Greenhouse Gases: Ebtekar

The Head of Environmental Organization said on Sunday May 15 that the government has adopted a low-carbon economy, and is earnestly seeking to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

JCPOA Should Help Implementation of “Resistance Economy”

Iran’s Hassan Rouhani has urged that the opportunities provided by the JCPOA be taken advantage of to improve interaction with the world and the implementation of “Resistance Economy.”

Iran’s DM Urges Enhanced Defence Ties with Other Countries

Iranian Defence Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan called for the enhancement of Iran’s defensive interactions with other countries.

No Government Can Decide on Another Country’s Assets: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani criticized a recent decision by the US to seize nearly $2bn of Iranian money, stressing that no country can make decisions about the assets of another state.

Rouhani Says His Gov’t Paying For Mistakes of Previous Administration

Criticizing certain economic decisions made during the time of former President Ahmadinejad, President Hassan Rouhani said his government is now paying for past mistakes.

Iran Committed to Gender Equality: Molaverdi

The Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Shahindokht Molaverdi said the government is determined to meet its objective of guaranteeing gender equality.

US Seizure of Iranian Assets – Study Results Presented to President: Spokesman

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Hossein Jaberi Ansari announced that the results of legal investigations into the issue of Iranian assets confiscated by the US...

Rouhani: Parliament and Government Must Work Together for Economy and Environment

President Hassan Rouhani underlined that for economic growth to gather pace, the Parliament and Administration need to close ranks.

Iran’s Oil Exports Reaching Pre-Sanctions Level: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the country’s exports of oil will be soon equal to the level of the pre-sanctions era, noting that part of the banking problems will be also fixed.

16 Foreign Trade Delegations to Iran in Last 3 Months: Nobakht

Government Spokesman Mohammad Baqer Nobakht said on Tuesday May 3 that 16 foreign trade delegations have paid visits to Iran since the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in Vienna on Jan 16, 2016.

Culture Minister Asks Justice Ministry to Help Protect Copyright Law

Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Ali Jannati has asked the Ministry of Justice to help protect the copyright law in the country.

Environmental Pollutants Conference Kicks Off in Tehran

The first international conference on environmental pollutants sampling and monitoring kicked off in Tehran on Sunday May 1.

Rouhani on Workers’ Day: Stresses Need for Knowledge-Based Economy

Addressing a ceremony to mark International Workers’ Day (which coincides with national Teachers’ Day), President Hassan Rouhani congratulated Iranian workers, and said the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was solving many national problems.

US Seizure of Iran’s Assets is “Blatant Theft”: President Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani lashed out at a recent US court ruling to confiscate nearly $2bn of Iran’s property, calling it a clear example of theft and a big legal scandal, and stressing that no one can encroach upon the rights of the Iranian nation.

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