Drone Crashes in Northwestern Iran Near Karabakh Battlefield

An unmanned aerial vehicle, which is said to be an Israeli-made drone belonging to the Azerbaijani military, has crashed in Parsabad Moghan County in Iran’s Ardabil Province.

Iraq Agrees to Release Iran’s Assets: Top Banker

Governor of the Central Bank of Iran says his negotiations with the Iraqi officials have yielded "positive" results, and the Arab country has given its approval to the release of Iran’s frozen assets for the purchase of basic commodities.

Iran’s President Congratulates Tajik Counterpart on Re-Election

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Emomali Rahmon on his re-election as the president of Tajikistan.

US Election Developments of No Concern to Iran: Spokesman

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says the winner of the November race for the White House is of no concern to Tehran, and it will slap the US in the face if the next president, whoever he is, would encroach upon the Islamic Republic’s security.

Iran Shatters One-Day Record of COVID-19 Deaths for 2nd Day in Row

Iran has confirmed 272 new fatalities caused by the novel coronavirus, breaking its one-day record of COVID-19 deaths for the second consecutive day.

Tehran Berates Europe for Failing to Fulfil Commitments

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has hit out at the European countries for failing to deliver on their commitments under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Iran’s President Urges Expansion of Ties with Spain

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Hassan Rouhani has called for closer friendship and cooperation with Spain in congratulatory messages to Spanish leaders.

Iran Deplores Violation of Nagorno-Karabakh Ceasefire

Spokesman for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Saeed Khatibzadeh has deplored the violation of a ceasefire between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia, and called on both sides to show restraint and stop attacking civilians.

Human Face Carved in High Relief Unearthed in Persepolis

A stone carving showing a human face in bas-relief has been newly discovered at the historical site of Persepolis in southern Iran.

Iran Vows to Use Its Full Capacity to Protect Defenceless Yemenis

Ali-Asghar Khaji, a senior assistant to the Iranian foreign minister in special political affairs, discussed the latest developments in Yemen with Foreign Minister of the Yemeni National Salvation Government Hisham Sharaf Abdullah.

Iran’s Zarif Hails Fruitful Talks in China Trip

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif has expressed satisfaction with the “fruitful” negotiations held with his Chinese counterpart on a range of bilateral and international issues.

Iranian, Russian Presidents Discuss Karabakh Conflict

The Iranian president has told his Russian counterpart that the conflict between Armenia and the Azerbaijan Republic over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region can be resolved only through dialogue.

Iranian Newspapers Mourn Master Shajarian’s Demise

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday, October 10, 2020, and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

In Photos: Iran’s Legendary Singer Shajarian Laid to Rest

The most prominent vocalist in Iran’s history, Mohammad Reza Shajarian, was laid to rest near the tomb of renowned national poet of seventh century, Ferdowsi, in the eastern province of Khorasan Razavi.

Iran Starts Fining Citizens Not Wearing Face Mask

Cash fines for Iranian citizens not respecting health protocols amid the coronavirus outbreak have been determined, and were announced by President Hassan Rouhani.

Tehran Reminds Europe of Its ‘Heavy Responsibility’ over US Sanctions

A senior Iranian diplomat says Europe shoulders a heavy responsibility with regards to the United States’ fresh sanctions on a number of Iranian banks.

Iran Says New US Sanctions Show Trump’s Desperation

A senior Iranian official says Washington’s new sanctions indicate President Donald Trump’s desperation resulting from the United States’ back-to-back defeats in the face of Iran.

Iran’s Central Bank Governor Downplays News US Sanctions

The governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) says the United States’ new sanctions mostly aim to serve Washington’s propagandist-political objectives.

Over 28,000 Iranians Killed by Coronavirus: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says the novel coronavirus has killed 210 patients since Thursday noon, increasing the overall death toll to 28,098.

Iranian People to Survive Latest of US Cruelties: Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Iranian people will survive the latest round of sanctions imposed by the US against Iranian banks, and those who block the Iranian people’s money will eventually face justice.

Iran Releases Prominent Human Rights Activist Narges Mohammadi

Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist jailed for "acting against Iran’s national security" has been released from prison after 8.5 years.

Iran to Use Japan’s Experience in Coronavirus Battle

Iran and Japan have arranged plans for collaboration in the fight against coronavirus, an Iranian official has announced, unveiling a scheme to use Japan’s scientific and management experiences in tackling the pandemic.

Settlement of Karabakh Dispute Hinges on Ending Armenian Occupation: Iran

The Iranian president’s chief of staff says putting an end to the occupation of territories in the Nagorno-Karabakh region and recognizing the international boundaries are the basis for the resolution of disputes between the Republic of Azerbaijan and Armenia.

Iran Sends Protest Letters to Baku, Yerevan after War Shells Hit Its Territory

Foreign Ministry Spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh says the Ministry has sent letters of protest to Yerevan and Baku over the violation of Iran’s territorial integrity and the threat to its security after rockets fired by Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan fell on the Iranian soil.

Iran Says to Work with Russia to Tackle US ‘Media Conspiracies’

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman says the country stands ready to boost media cooperation with Russia in order to counter American "media conspiracies".

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