Iran Condemns US Airstrike on Syrian Troops

Iranian officials in separate remarks strongly denounced the US airstrikes on Syrian troops amid an ongoing ceasefire in the war-torn Syria.

Iran Comes 15th in Rio Paralympics Medal Standings

Thanks to the gold medal won by Iran’s sitting volleyball team, the country finished 15th in the Rio Paralympic Games total medal ranking.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 18

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranian Cyclist Golbarnezhad Dies after Rio Paralympic Road Race Crash

An Iranian cyclist died following a crash in the men’s C4/C5 road race at the Rio Paralympics.

Iranian President Urges Strong Unity among Independent States

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has held meetings with senior officials of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Venezuela, calling for stronger unity among independent states in pursuit of their common goals.

Iran Picks Asghar Farhadi’s ‘The Salesman’ for 2017 Academy Awards

Iran has nominated The Salesman, a film by Iranian Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi, as the country’s entry for Best Foreign Language film for 2017 Academy Awards.

Iran Rejects Saudi Claim on Yemen Arms Transfer

Iran has dismissed Saudi Arabia’s “unfounded and undocumented” allegation that the Islamic Republic is funneling arms into Yemen.

Saddam Hussein Revealed Phobia of Iran at the Gallows

Saddam Hussein had revealed his secret fear of Iran and Iranians before being executed.

Leader Pardons over 500 Iranian Prisoners

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Saturday pardoned or commuted prison terms of 582 convicts sentenced by various Iranian courts.

Iranian Parliament Endorses New Oil Contract Model

Iran’s parliament has reportedly given the go-ahead to the government to put a new oil contract model into effect.

Enemy Seeks to Alter Lifestyle in Iran: IRGC Commander

Lieutenant Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Brigadier General Hossein Salami warned of hostile attempts to change people’s lifestyle in Iran and undermine the country’s Islamic and revolutionary spirit.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attack on Pakistan Mosque

Iran has denounced a terrorist attack in a packed mosque in northwestern Pakistan, urging all countries in the region to firmly fight and eradicate the catastrophe of terrorism.

Iran’s SNSC Sets New Conditions for Joining FATF

Head of Iran’s Strategic Council on Foreign Relations Kamal Kharrazi said the country’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) has set some new conditions for joining the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 17

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 22 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Al Saud Implementing US Policies: Iranian Official

There is no distinction between the policies of the US and Saudi Arabia’s conduct, a member of Iran’s Expediency Council deplored, saying the Al Saud regime is part of a puzzle the White House is playing in the region.

Ali Sadr, The Most Marvelous Cave

The Ali Sadr Cave originally called Ali Saad (meaning dam) or Ali Saard (meaning cold) is a cave located about 100 kilometers north of Hamedan, western Iran (more accurately at 48°18'E 35°18'N).

Iran Offers Help for Venezuela in Presiding over NAM

Iran’s president offered to provide Venezuela with experience in handling the work as the rotating president of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).

Why Falafel Is So Popular in Iran

Falafel is always a tempting option for members of the middle or working class who are less likely to splurge on expensive food in restaurants and often look for frugal meals in small shops.

Iranian Cleric Calls Saudi Regime “Enemy of Islam”

Tehran's Provisional Friday Prayers Leader Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami slammed the Riyadh regime for its continued hostilities against Muslims in the Middle East region, Yemen in particular, describing the Saudi rulers as the enemies of Islam.

Extremism Threatening World Peace: Iran’s FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned that interference in the domestic affairs of other countries, occupation and extremism constitute serious threats to the world peace, security and development.

Iran Attaches Great Significance to Regional and Global Security: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani underlined that efforts to help establish peace and security in the Middle East region and other parts of the world are among the priorities of the Islamic Republic.

Iran Rejects ‘Fallacious’ Remarks by UN Human Rights Chief

The Iranian High Council for Human Rights dismissed as “untrue and false” recent remarks made by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights about lack of cooperation from Tehran over the past years.

Tehran Playing Host to Pan-Armenian Games

The 48th edition of the Armenian Olympics was kicked off at Tehran’s Ararat Sports Complex on Tuesday, September 13. Around 800 Armenian athletes from Iran, Armenia and Georgia compete in the games in 9 fields.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 15

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

General Soleimani Says Will Remain A Soldier Serving Islamic Revolution

Quashing rumors of having plans to go into politics, Commander of Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Qassem Soleimani underscored that he will always remain a simple soldier serving Iran and the Islamic Revolution.

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