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Residents Return to Fallujah: Photos

Iraqi military commanders announced the recapture of Fallujah in a letter to Heidar Al Ebadi, the Iraqi Prime minister, Fararu Reported. Following the liberation of Al Nezal at the centre of Fallujah, Iraqi forces managed to win back the area of el Arsan and triumphantly hoisted their flag over the city’s government building.

Iran Next in Line to Join SCO

Iran is next to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) which will officially have India and Pakistan on its roster next week, Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev has said.

EU Removes Iran Air from Safety Blacklist

The European Commission announced on Thursday that the Iranian flag carrier Iran Air has been taken off a safety blacklist and has thus been cleared to fly in the European Union.

Tehran and Moscow to Commence Major Energy Projects: Russian Minister

Russian Energy Minister Alexander Novak said Tehran and Moscow will soon implement a series of major economic and energy projects worth $40 billion.

2 US Congressmen Oppose Boeing Iran Sale

Two senior Republican House of Representatives lawmakers expressed concerns over Boeing’s reported plans to sell aircraft and associated parts to Iran following a lasting nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers.

Tehran and Tokyo Sign New Water Agreement

Iran and Japan have signed a cooperation document on capacity development for the integrated management of water resources.

Minister Complains of Poor HR Aid Given to Iran for Afghan Refugees

Iran’s Health Minister complained of the poor performance of international human rights organizations in offering assistance to Iran in providing free healthcare services to Afghan refugees.

Eurasian Economic Commission: Talks on Free Trade Zone with Iran to be Held in Late June

The talks on the creation of a temporary free trade zone between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Iran will be held in late June, the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Trade Minister Veronika Nikishina said at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2016) on Friday June 17, Tass reported.

Iran-Germany Ties Influential for Regional and Global Stability: Zarif

The Iranian Foreign Minister has said that economic cooperation between Tehran and Berlin will be helpful for regional and international stability.

Italy Eager to Boost Economic Ties with Iran

Entrepreneurs, market experts, banking and industry representatives in the Italian northern province of Emilia-Romagna have voiced their willingness to launch joint investments with Iran.

Envoy Urges Boost to Iran-Russia Trade

Iran’s ambassador to Moscow called for efforts to enhance economic relations with Russia proportional to their political interaction.

Iranian Cleric Urges Pakistan Action to Prevent Shiite Killings

A top Iranian cleric called on the Islamabad government to reverse its policy of inaction on the frequent killings of Shiite Muslims in terrorist attacks.

Iranian and Swiss Diplomats Hold Talks in Bern

Diplomats from Iran and Switzerland attended a new round of bilateral political talks as part of a road map to the promotion of Tehran-Bern relations.

Iran Says Boeing Deal “Biggest Ever” with US

Iran’s Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development Asghar Fakhrieh Kashan says the upcoming plane purchase deal with the United States will be the biggest civil trade agreement between the two countries in decades.

Iran Congratulates Iraq on Liberation of Fallujah

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has congratulated the recent liberation of the central city of Fallujah in Iraq to the Iraqi government and people.

Saudi Arabia Seizes Iranian Boat in Persian Gulf

Saudi Arabian naval forces have reportedly seized a fishing boat from Iran in the Persian Gulf, Fars news agency reported on Thursday, June 16.

Iran Lodges Complaint to ICJ over US Seizure of Assets: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the country has officially lodged a complaint with the International Court of Justice to reclaim nearly $2 billion in assets seized by the US government.

IRGC Smashes 2 Terrorist Cells in Northwest Iran: Commander

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) forces engaged in clashes with two terrorist cells in the country’s northwest, killing a number of terrorists, a senior commander said.

Iran-Germany ties benefit whole world: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says cooperation with Germany is beneficial to the Middle East and the rest of the world.

Iran and Armenia Begin Power Talks

A fresh round of Iran-Armenia power talks has begun over exports of certain technical and engineering services as well as electrical goods from Iran to the Caucasus region states.

Iraqi FM Commends Iran’s General Soleimani for Advisory Help

Iraq’s Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari lauded Iranian commander Major General Qassem Soleimani for his dedication to advisory assistance in Iraq’s fight against terrorism.

Iran MPs Consider Suing Canada Over Asset Seizure

A parliamentary panel in Iran is examining Canada's appropriation of Iranian assets for the possible launch of a lawsuit against the seizure, an MP says.

Why Is Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s US Visit Important?

Amid Riyadh’s recent tensions with Washington and the United Nations, Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Crown Prince and Defence Minister Mohammed bin Salman has travelled to the United States, and is going to meet with President Barack Obama and UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon.

New Iran-South Korea Container Service

Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines launched a new, direct and regular container service to South Korea as business and trade ties between the two countries continue to expand, JOC reported.

Saudi Embassy Attackers to Be Tried in July: Spokesman

Spokesman for Iran’s Judiciary Gholam-Hossein Mohsen Ejei announced that the perpetrators of a January attack on Saudi Arabia’s embassy in Tehran are going to appear in court on July 18.

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