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Iranian and Russian FMs Agree on Syria Diplomatic Push

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov have agreed on the importance of launching new international efforts aimed at ending the conflict in Syria.

Iran Shut Downs 700 Dating Websites

Iranian Cyber Police has closed 700 dating websites, Iranian media reported on Monday, October 10.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 10

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

US, Israel behind Massacre of Civilians in Yemeni Capital: IRGC Commander

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh condemned the recent massacre of civilians in the Yemeni capital of Sana’a by the Saudi regime and said the US and Israeli regimes were behind the attack.

President: Iran Ready to Participate in Sri Lanka’s Development Projects

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani offered help to Sri Lanka to carry out projects for development of the South Asian nation.

US, Israel Complicit in Saudi Carnage in Sana’a: IRGC[:ar]US, Israel complicit in Saudi carnage in Sana’a: IRGC

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has censured the recent Saudi airstrike on a funeral gathering in the Yemeni capital of Sana’a, saying the criminal act was a joint plot hatched by the United States, the Israeli regime and Saudi Arabia. [:ar]Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has censured the recent Saudi airstrike on a funeral gathering in the Yemeni capital of Sana’a, saying the criminal act was a joint plot hatched by the United States, the Israeli regime and Saudi Arabia.

President Calls for Closer Strategic Ties with China after JCPOA

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani underlined that the Islamic Republic and China should use the opportunities created after the July 2015 nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), to boost their ties in all areas.

Security of East and West Asia Intertwined: Iran’s Rouhani

Iran says there is an inextricable connection between the security conditions in Eastern and Western Asia, citing foreign intervention as a main source of insecurity in both sides.

Sana’a Attack Proves Saudi Policy on Yemen Futile: Iranian Diplomat

A senior Iranian diplomat says Saudi Arabia’s recent deadly airstrike on a funeral hall in Yemen proves Riyadh’s failed and futile policy on Yemen and the entire region.

Iran Ready to Send Humanitarian Aid to Yemen: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has voiced his "shock and disgust" over a Saudi Arabian airstrike on a Yemeni funeral.

Analysts Urge US to Remove Remaining Anti-Iran Sanctions

A number of Iranian experts and analysts hailed the recent moves by the US to ease anti-Iran sanctions, particularly the permissions given to Airbus and Boeing for selling planes to Iran, but at the same time called on Washington to boost its efforts to fully implement the JCPOA.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 9

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 27 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranian Official Raps US Role in Saudi Attack on Funeral in Yemen

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani denounced Washington’s role in a Saudi airstrike on Yemen on Saturday that killed scores of civilians in a funeral ceremony in Sana’a, saying US weapons were used in the attack.

Iran Condemns Saudis’ Deadly Attack on Civilians in Yemen

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi in a statement strongly condemned Saturday’s deadly airstrikes by Saudi warplanes against civilians in Yemeni capital of Sana’a.

Iran’s President Visits Thailand for ACD Summit

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani arrived in Bangkok on Sunday morning for an official visit that includes high-profile meetings with Thai officials and participation in the 2nd Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD) Summit.

Iran to Revise Capital Punishment in Near Future: Official

Head of Iran’s Supreme Human Rights Council has told a Brazilian daily that Tehran will make amendments to its laws that sentence criminals to death penalty.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 8

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 22 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranian General Slams US Democrats’ Hypocrisy in Election Campaign

A high-ranking Iranian military official took a swipe at the US Democratic Party for its fraudulent conduct in the electoral campaign ahead of the US presidential election and distorting the reality about its failed policies toward Iraq and Syria.

Envoy Highlights Global Merits of Iran’s Anti-Drug Campaign

Iranian envoy to the United Nations said Iran's relentless campaign against armed drug traffickers at regional and international levels has “protected part of the global community from the evil of addiction”.

UN Envoy Hails Iran’s Efforts to Resolve Syrian Crisis

United Nations Special Envoy for Syria Staffan de Mistura highlighted Iran’s influential role in the Middle East region and its efforts to help resolve the protracted war in Syria.

There’s Nothing Pleasing about Washington’s Anti-Saudi Law: Iranian Analyst

An Iranian Middle East expert believes that the recent law passed by the US against Saudi Arabia, known as JASTA, would set a dangerous precedent for the world, and Iran should not be happy about it.

Iran Stopped Daesh from Turning into State: President Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic prevented the Takfiri terrorist group of Daesh from creating a “state” in Iraq and Syria.

US Eases More Sanctions against Iran after Nuclear Deal

The United States has announced new measures further easing sanctions on Iran following last year’s landmark nuclear agreement.

Iran: EU Document Positive but Partly Unrealistic

Iran has cautiously welcomed an EU resolution on the future of the bloc's relations with Tehran but said the documents also contains some "unrealistic points" about the country.

US Source of Persian Gulf Woes: IRGC Admiral

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy commander slammed the US as the source of evil acts in the Persian Gulf and all West Asia’s troubles.

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