Luxury Train Arrives in Iran on Maiden Journey from Russia

Iran says the luxurious train called the Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express has arrived in its northeastern city of Mashhad.

Iran Sympathizes With India Over Fatal Train Derailment

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has extended the Islamic Republic’s condolences to the Indian government and nation over a fatal train derailment in the country.

Leader Appoints New Iranian Army Second-in-Command

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has appointed Brigadier General Ahmad Reza Pourdastan as the second-in-command of the Iranian Army.

Muslims Converge on Iraq’s Karbala for Arbaeen Mourning Procession

Shiite Muslims from all around the world have descended on the holy city of Karbala in Iraq for Arbaeen, the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom.

Iran’s Fierce Competition with Iraq over Joint Oilfields

Iran’s employment of Chinese contractors, rather than Western firms, for the development of its joint oilfields has been criticized by energy experts, particularly now that Iraq has speeded up its output from the oilfields it shares with Iran.

Iran Begins Building Nuclear Emergency Center in Bushehr

Construction of a nuclear emergency medical center got underway near the country’s sole industrial nuclear power plant in the southern port city of Bushehr on Saturday.

Iran to Spend $10bln to Build Two Nuclear Plants in Bushehr: AEOI Chief

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said 10 billion dollars will be spent for the construction of two nuclear plants in the southern port city of Bushehr.

Turkey Not to Forget 52 Years of European Deception

In a joint press conference with his German counterpart, Turkish Foreign Minister blasted the European Union’s deception in dealing with the issue of Turkey’s accession to the EU.

Iran Has Bought Russia’s Most Advanced Fighter Aircraft

A senior Iranian MP says the country has purchased the most advanced type of Russian fighter jet which is only sold to the Russian army.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

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

World Media Criticised for Silence on Huge Arbaeen Processions

Many social media users in Iran have been sharing a message that criticizes the world’s ‘neutral outlets’ over their silence about the huge Muslim processions to mark the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom, known as Arbaeen.

What Iran’s President Can Learn from Results of US Elections

The global community could not think straight for a while after it saw the results of US presidential election, which had, in fact, many lessons for political observers and analysts across the globe.

Trump Appoints an Islamophobe, a Racist, a Defender of Torture to Key Posts

US president-elect Donald Trump disclosed more names to fill his cabinet, choosing the controversial Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions for attorney general, Representative Mike Pompeo as CIA director and Lt. Gen. (ret.) Mike Flynn as national security adviser.

Firefighters Save a Cat Trapped under 20 Tons of Steel (+Video)

A poor cat trapped under tons of girders was saved by Iranian firefighters in the northeastern city of Mashhad.

Iran Air Show Underway in Kish Island

The 8th edition of Iran Air Show started work on November 16 in the Persian Gulf Island of Kish and will display the latest capabilities of aviation and aerospace industries until November 19.

American Professor Fired for Anti-Israel Remarks

An Oberlin College professor has been fired over her remarks about Israel’s role in 9/11 attacks and downing of Malaysian airliner, the Ohio College said a few days ago.

Belarussian President Sparks Controversy after Kissing Muslims’ Holy Book

The Orthodox President of Belarus provoked serious criticism after kissing the Holy Quran in a ceremony in Minsk.

Why Iranians Paid So Much Attention to Results of US Elections

Why did Iranians keep following up the results of US elections and Trump’s victory while the election of a Democrat or Republican has never been so much important for ordinary people? Here are ten reasons for such sensitivity.

Over 1.9 Million Pilgrims Have Arrived in Iraq from Iran

According to official statistics, nearly 2 million pilgrims have crossed Iran-Iraq border crossings to visit the Iraqi holy city of Karbala on Arbaeen, the fortieth day after Imam Hussein’s martyrdom.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 17

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

Conservatives to Benefit from Ahmadinejad’s Absence from Iran Presidential Votes

A senior Iranian politician believes that former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s absence from the upcoming Presidential elections in Iran will benefit conservatives.

Iranian Athlete Struggles to Become a Champion Once Again

Sara Abdolmaleki, a former champion in women’s rugby, was seriously injured in a car crash in early 2016, but she wants to rejoin professional sports in the near future.

Golden Memories of Swedish Woman Who Ran across Iran All Alone

A Swedish female runner who visited many Iranian cities all on her own talks about the memories of her journey to Iran.

Iranian Official Pledges Unwavering Support for Iraq’s Anti-Terror Fight

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the security of the region is intertwined with that of Iraq, reaffirming Tehran’s support for Baghdad in restoring peace and security to the Arab country.

Iran Renews Support for Political Solution to Yemeni Crisis

The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday underlined the country’s support for finding a political solution to the ongoing crisis in Yemen.

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