ISIS Leader Seeks Arab Sponsors’ Financial Aid

The leader of the ISIS terrorist group, Ibrahim al-Samarrai, also known as Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, has asked for financial assistance of his Arab sponsors to plot a bomb attack in western Mosul, northern Iraq.

Journalists Targeted by ISIS Drone Attack in Mosul (+Photos)

An Iraqi TV channel’s news crew were targeted by a drone belonging to the ISIS terrorist group near the tomb of Prophet Jonah in northern Iraqi city of Mosul.

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.

Iran Home to 800 Species of Medicinal Herbs

An Iranian environmentalist says a total of 800 species of medicinal plants have been identified in Iran.

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.

Iran’s Anti-Aircraft Fire Shots at Small Drone in Central Tehran (+Video)

Iran’s anti-aircraft forces have reportedly shooed away a small non-military drone which had trespassed on the no-fly zone in central Tehran.

Female Iranian Governor Wears Traditional Costume

In all formal situations, the Governor of a city in Sistan and Baluchestan province in south-eastern Iran wears the region’s local costume.

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.

Iran Stands at 11th Place in A’Design World Ranking

A’Design Competition, the world’s most important contest in the fields of architecture and designing, has introduced 2016 top countries based on the number of designers that have been granted with the A' Design Award.

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.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 16

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 18 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

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.

How Iranian and Saudi Clerics View Cinema

While Saudi muftis have referred to cinema as a harmful and evil phenomenon, a senior Iranian cleric says cinema is the best means to attract audiences and promote divine values and Islamic teachings.

At Least 32 Killed after Turkish Cargo Plane Crashed in Kazakhstan

At least 32 people have reportedly died in the crash of a Turkish cargo plane near the airport in the Kyrgyz capital, Bishkek.

Winter Nature of Northwestern Iran

Winter snow has covered all the trees, lakes, plains, and mountains near the city of Urmia in northwestern Iran.

Tehran’s Longest Cave in Austria Caving Guidebook

An Austrian caver has published the map of Burnik, the longest cave of Tehran, in an Austrian caving guidebook.

New Obligations for Iran Following JCPOA Joint Commission Meeting

Iranian MPs have shown mixed reactions to the recent JCPOA Joint Commission meeting on January 10. Some of them have pointed to new obligations imposed on Iran, and some referred to the US retreatment from its previous positions.

Rafsanjani’s Demise Leaves Massive Void among Reformists

A reformist politician believes that after ex-president Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani’s death no one has that much ability to co-ordinate all reformist and moderate movements.

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!

MP Says Women’s Laws in Iran Are Inadequate

Iran’s laws fail to sufficiently protect women’s rights in family issues including marriage and divorce, said an Iranian lawmaker.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 15

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 21 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Depths of History in World’s Biggest Urban Caravanserai

The 135-year-old Caravanserai of Sa’d al-Saltaneh is the world’s biggest urban caravanserai located in Iranian city of Qazvin.

Iran’s President Is Temporary Chairman of Expediency Council after Rafsanjani’s Demise

Iran’s president will preside over the Expediency Council (EC) sessions until a new chairman is appointed by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, an EC member said.

Iran’s Futsal Nominated for Best National Team of the World

Iran’s futsal team and the team’s goalkeeper have been nominated for the Best National Team of the World and Best Futsal Goalkeeper of the World, respectively.

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