Iran’s Mashhad Rattled by 6-Magnitude Quake

One has been killed and four wounded as a result of a 6-magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks that have struck areas near the northeastern Iranian city of Mashhad.

British PM Refuses to Wear Headscarf in Riyadh Visit

British Prime Minister Theresa May has defied Saudi Arabia’s strict custom and refused to wear a headscarf for her first meeting with the Arab country’s ruling elite.

Hoisting Non-Iraqi Flags in Kirkuk Can Cause Tension: Iran

Raising any flags other than that of Iraq in the northern Iraqi province of Kirkuk is against the Arab country’s Constitution and can create tensions, Iran’s foreign ministry says.

Over 70 Killed in ‘Attack’ on Idlib: Syrian Opposition

Sources close to the Syrian opposition claim that over 70 have lost their lives in an alleged ‘attack’ on the rebel-held city of Idlib.

Iranian MP Slams UAE for Imprudent, Irresponsible Policies

An Iranian lawmaker has criticized the UAE’s imprudence and irresponsible behaviour towards the regional crises, saying Iran seeks to ease tensions in the region and foster friendly relations with the Persian Gulf littoral states.

Grand Mosque of Urmia: An Architectural Masterpiece

The Grand Mosque of Urmia in northwestern Iran is considered an architectural masterpiece dating back to hundreds of years ago.

7% Decrease in Iran Road Crashes despite Increased Trips

The first two weeks of the Iranian New Year (which starts on March 20 or 21) is a major travel season with the highest number of holidaymakers along with road accidents.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on April 4

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

4 Iranian Works Included in Bologna Children’s Book Fair Catalogue

Works by four Iranian illustrators have been included in the catalogue of this year’s Bologna Children’s Book Fair, the biggest international trade show and book fair dedicated to children’s books, currently underway in Italy.

Pro-Clinton Columnist Longs for Job in Trump Administration

US columnist Andrew Bowen has reportedly asked for the removal of his articles in support for Hillary Clinton as he is going to apply for a job in Trump’s State Department.

78% Increase in Iran-EU Trade Transactions

Trade transactions between Iran and the European Union (EU) reached €13.744 billion in 2016, showing a 78-percent growth compared to the figure for 2015.

“Any Adventurism Will Make US Rue the Day”

A top Iranian official has downplayed the anti-Iran claims by the head of the US Central Command, and warned the United States of any “adventurism” regarding Tehran’s actions in the region.

600kg Beluga Caught from Caspian Sea

A huge beluga – or European sturgeon – with a weight of 600 kilograms has been caught in northern Iran from the Caspian Sea.

Iran Restarts Production of Mothballed Unsinkable Boat

Iran has resumed the production of a traditional 'unsinkable' boat long after it was mothballed.

Iranians Celebrate Nature Day in Outdoor Picnics

Iranian families went for a picnic at parks or in the countryside on Sunday to mark Sizdah-bedar, an ancient festival in celebration of the 13th day of spring, which is an official holiday in Iran known as the Nature Day in the calendar.

Iran Condemns Pakistan Terrorist Attack

Iran has censured a terrorist bomb blast near a mosque in Pakistan, saying “steely determination” and “collective cooperation” are required to eliminate terrorism and extremism at both international and regional levels.

22 Killed in Blast near Shiite Mosque in Pakistan

A bomb targeting a mosque in Pakistan's northwestern city of Parachinar killed at least 22 people on Friday and wounded dozens in an attack claimed by the Pakistani Taliban.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Kerman Province

Kerman province in southeastern Iran is home to numerous tourist attractions annually visited by thousands of tourists, particularly during Nowruz holidays.

Greater Cooperation, Realistic Talks to Benefit Tehran, Riyadh  

An Iranian envoy says Iran and Saudi Arabia should realistically cooperate and hold dialogue with each other to safeguard their own interests as well as those of the whole region.

Japanese PM’s Wife Lauds Iranian Women as Capable, Successful   

Japanese prime minister’s wife says Iranian women are quite capable and completely successful in their social activities, and easily express their opinions and viewpoints in the society.

Iranian, Russian Presidents Underline Joint Fight against Terror

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic and Russia have been working closely together to fight terrorism and promote stability in the region.

French Tourists, Top Visitors of Iran’s Shiraz

After the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, the number of foreign visitors to Fars province in southern Iran has been more than twice as many as before, with the French at the top.

London Terror Attack, Consequence of UK Policy in Syria  

An Iranian MP says the UK and France were the main sponsors of terrorists and militants in Syria, adding the recent terror attack in London [on March 21] was a consequence of the British policy in the Middle Eastern country.

Iran Imposes Tit-for-Tat Sanctions on 15 American Firms

Iranian Foreign Ministry said the country has imposed sanctions on 15 American companies over their support for terrorist activities and crimes committed by the Israeli regime.

Iran’s President Wears Sporty Outfit on Casual Hike

Photos have been published of the Iranian president hiking in the mountains outside Tehran while wearing a baseball cap instead of his turban.

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