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Philippines Interested in Iranian Apple

The Philippines may start importing apples from Iran once test analysis and sampling have been approved, the country’s Department of Agriculture (DA) said.

Iraq Will Soon Celebrate Liberation of Mosul: MP

Following the recent advancements of Iraqi Army in the fight against Takfiri [extremist] terrorists, an Iranian Parliament member believes that Mosul is to be liberated soon.

Child Refugees at Risk of Freezing to Death on Europe’s Doorstep

Hundreds of child refugees in various European countries, particularly Serbia, risk freezing to death as temperatures plunge to as low as minus -16C.

Egyptians Celebrating Rejection of Plan to Transfer Red Sea Islands to Saudi Arabia

An Egyptian court has issued a final ruling rejecting a controversial government plan to transfer two uninhabited Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia, prompting cheers in the Cairo courtroom but potentially deepening tensions with the country’s erstwhile financial backer.

It’s ‘Inappropriate’ to Mention Possible US Embassy Move to Jerusalem: Kerry

US Secretary of State John Kerry said on Sunday it would have been inappropriate to include in a communique from a meeting held in Paris on Israeli-Palestinian peace a mention of plans by the Trump administration to move the US embassy to Jerusalem.

ISIS Terrorists Abduct 13 Afghan Teachers

A group of ISIS militants have stormed into a religious school in Deh Bala area in eastern Nangarhar province of Afghanistan, and kidnapped 13 seminary teachers, local officials said.

Ayatollah Sistani’s Influence in Iraq from Le Monde’s Point of View

Well-known French newspaper Le Monde has presented Ayatollah Sistani, one of the most important Shiite religious leaders, as a man whose absence will leave a massive void in the crisis-hit Iraq.

Bahrain’s Execution of 3 Young Activists Stirs Public Outrage

Bahrain on Sunday executed three anti-regime activists over their alleged role in a 2014 bomb attack, amid widespread public anger against the death verdicts.

5-Month-Old Baby Shows How Ridiculous Are Spanish Laws!

A Moroccan baby was denied the permission to live in Spain because, according to local officials, she hadn’t applied for it in person!

Turkish Parliament’s Expensive Microphone Goes Missing after Brawl

A microphone in the Turkish Parliament has gone missing after an angry fight broke out among members of Parliament during debates on constitutional amendments on January 11.

US President Extends National Emergency on Iran

Outgoing US president, Barack Obama, declared the continuation of his country's national emergency against Iran, claiming that despite full commitment to its nuclear deal with the six world powers, the Islamic Republic still poses "an unusual and extraordinary threat" to the US.

Iraq Mediating between Iran and Saudi Arabia: FM

Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari says he has been carrying out certain mediatory measures since last year in order to help the improvement of relations between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

Russian Diplomats Learning from Their Iranian Counterparts: Deputy FM

A Russian deputy foreign minister and former lead negotiator in the Iran nuclear talks has praised Iranian diplomatic panache, saying Russian diplomats are learning from their Iranian counterparts how to break free from stringent sanctions.

Russia Denies Reports of Its Ambassador’s Assassination in Yemen

Russia has dismissed reports by Saudi media outletd that claimed Russian Ambassador to Yemen has been shot and killed in the capital city, Sana’a.

Iraqi Forces One Step Closer to Liberation of Mosul

Iraqi Special Forces have pushed forward to reach a second bridge that links eastern Mosul to the city’s west, which is still fully controlled by the ISIS terrorist group, a military statement said on Friday.

Kofi Annan Calls on Iran to Retain Rafsanjani’s Pragmatic Approach

Kofi Annan, the former UN Secretary General in a message offered his condolences over the demise of former Iranian president Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani and called on Iran to continue his pragmatic approach to regional affairs.

Muslim World Deprived of an Astute Politician: Nigerian President

Iran lost a great revolutionary figure and the Muslim world an astute politician, said the Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari in a letter to his Iranian counterpart on death of Iran’s ex-president Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani.

Iran to Host Conference on Iran-Arab Cultural Dialogue

The first edition of Iran-Arab World Cultural Dialogue Conference will be held in Tehran and Mashhad.

Israeli Regime Bombs Military Airport in Damascus: Syria

Syria says Israeli jets have bombed the Mezzeh military airport west of Damascus, accusing Tel Aviv of supporting terrorism.

ISIS Executioner Captured Alive in Mosul: Police Commander

A local police commander says one of the most notorious executioners of ISIS terrorist group has been detained alive.

US and Britain’s Clout in Mideast Has Decreased: Kuwaiti Politician

Former Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammad al-Sabah al-Salem al-Sabah referred to the decreasing power of Western countries in the Middle East and highlighted the growing influence of such countries as Iran and Russia.

Carlos Queiroz Once Again Escapes: This Time to Iran!

Some Arab media has referred to the recent resignation of Carlos Queiroz, the Portuguese coach of Iran national football team, as his “escape from Iran”. Now, after his return to Iran, what should be said?

MPs in Turkish Parliament Start Fighting Each Other (+Video)

Scuffles between Turkish lawmakers from the ruling AK Party and main opposition Republican's People Party (CHP) broke out on Wednesday during a debate at general assembly on constitutional changes.

Palestinian Resistance Group Hacks Israeli Soldiers’ Cell Phones

Posing as attractive young women, the operatives of Palestinian Resistance Group Hamas managed to hack dozens of Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) soldiers' cell phones in an attempt to acquire intelligence on IDF’s presence near the Gaza border.

Obama Has 9 Days Left to Destroy the World: Russian Spokeswoman

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova expressed her concern over the unpredictability of the Obama administration's actions on Facebook.

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