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Tap into the virtual world and expand it: Senior cleric

Those who can impart a fact to society in the virtual world need to be kitted out with communication infrastructure and facilities, said Ayatollah Javadi Amoli.

President opens Tehran International Book Fair (PHOTOS Included)

The president said a free atmosphere should reign in publishing and at the same time values should be held in high esteem.

Protecting, not limiting, people can show the government’s craftsmanship

President Rouhani has stressed the need for tolerance in society and said people from all walks of life are entitled to freely express their demands and complaints.

Those who have vested interest in sanctions should change their job

President Rouhani has said through nuclear talks Iran wants to prove to the world that anti-Iran charges are false.

Street theater festival in Tehran to mark Labor Week

A festival of stage performances in Tehran to mark the Labor Week.

Supreme Leader stresses need for strong police

The Leader said the Law Enforcement Forces which are the symbol of country’s authority and security should focus on enhancing both individual and social security.

Iranians commemorate centennial of Armenian genocide (PHOTOS)

Iranians hold a special ceremony to honor the memory of the Armenians who were murdered during World War I.

Iran’s dependence on oil hitting record low: Rouhani

President Rouhani has said that Iranians are equal before the law, adding all people, foreign tourists included, are protected by police and the law.

Leader: Iran must always be prepared for defense

The Supreme Leader has said that a tragedy is in unfolding in Yemen and the US supports injustice there.

Has Iran found the Right Man or a good deal?

Saeed Laylaz, an economist, says the Lausanne agreement can bring about positive results for Iran, but its advantages should not be overblown.

President Rouhani arrives in Rasht (PHOTOS)

Snapshots of the arrival of President Rouhani in the northern city of Rasht.

Conceding fewer goals amounts to a win for us

Amir Mohebian, a political analyst, weighs in on the possible impact of a likely deal between Iran and P5+1 on Tehran's domestic policy.

Iranian protesters call for Saudi Embassy’s closure

In protest against Saudi airstrikes in Yemen and sexual harassment of two Iranian teens at the Jeddah airport, demonstrators called on officials to shut down the Saudi embassy.

People in Tehran hold protest rally outside Saudi embassy

Demonstrators in Tehran called for the closure of the Saudi embassy in Iran and speedy punishment of those behind the sexual abuse of Iranian teens.

Principlist news website dissects parliamentary committee session attended by FM

A principlist website says there were three main problems associated with a parliamentary committee session attended by Foreign Minister Zarif and its coverage by IRIB.

Public can tell well-intentioned critiques from factional ones: Deputy min.

We have accepted to live in a country where criticism is allowed, that’s why we are not concerned about well-meaning critiques, Hassan Ghashghavi said.

The beginning of an era or the beginning of the end

Sadegh Zibakalam, in an opinion piece, explains why Iran’s hardliners are not happy with what has been achieved in Switzerland after intensive nuclear talks.

Supreme Leader’s recommendations account for achievements in nuclear talks: Rouhani

The success of the Iranian nuclear team in talks with P5+1 was due to harmony and unanimity of the Iranian people and the efforts of the Iranian nuclear negotiators, said Rouhani.

President Rouhani comments on Lausanne talks

The president thanked the Iranian nation for their “steadfastness and perseverance” and the Supreme Leader for his “generous guidance”.

Zarif returns home to a warm welcome (PHOTOS)

Photos of Iranian negotiators returning home from Switzerland to a warm welcome early Friday.

Iran commemorates Islamic Republic Day

Some 98.2 percent of eligible Iranians voters voted for the establishment of an Islamic Republic in the country 36 years ago today.

Rouhani urges all Iranians to work for realization of New Year motto

President Rouhani has called on everyone to redouble their efforts to actualize harmony and unanimity between people and the government.

Iran President hails Leader’s support for administration

The Iranian president has thanked the Leader’s support for his cabinet, saying his administration is duty bound to safeguard Iran’s national interests in the nuclear talks.

Ayatollah Khamenei urges closer ties between nation, govt. to promote advances

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on the Iranian nation and government to develop closer ties in a bid to promote advances in the country.

Rouhani vows to increase job opportunities, non-oil exports

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has vowed to increase job opportunities and non-oil exports in the new Iranian year.

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