Journalism, Thrill of Pursuing Truth on Perilous Path

Each year, Iran marks National Journalists' Day on August 8 [sometimes 7] to express the nation's gratitude for all the hardship endured by journalists. Mehr News’ reporter Marjan Sheikhi has penned a piece on this occasion.

Ayatollah Khamenei Writes Note in Praise of ‘Tintin and Sinbad’

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has written a short comment to praise the Iranian teen book “Tintin and Sinbad”, which deals with the story of the western adventurer and reporter Tintin and the Middle Eastern sailor Sinbad.

Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad Pens Letter to Obama

Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has written a letter to US President Barack Obama, urging him to “recognize nations’ rights and show respects for other nations’ cultures and independence”.

Images of 50 Endangered Species on Iran’s Sports Clothing

Iranian sport teams will appear in the Rio 2016 Olympics while, in addition to the Iranian cheetah, the images of 50 endangered species are going to be printed on their sports clothing, an official announced.

Israeli Oil Company Ordered to Pay Iran $1.2bn after Losing Appeal

An Israeli-owned oil company has been ordered by an arbitration court in Switzerland to pay Iran $1.2bn in revenues for oil supplied to Israel before the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 8

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

Iran’s Zarif Warns US against JCPOA Violation

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned US against its lack of commitment to nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, stressing that the Islamic Republic is pursuing the implementation of the deal with “seriousness”.

Iran and Armenia Lift Visa Regime

Iran and Armenia have lifted their mutual visa regime enabling their citizens to freely commute between the two countries.

President: Iran Committed to Helping Muslims on Request

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to assisting the Muslim people at their request for any help in the fight against terrorists wherever they happen to be.

Iran’s Judiciary Confirms Execution of Iranian Academic over Espionage

Iran’s Judiciary Spokesman Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei confirmed on Sunday, August 7, that the Iranian nuclear academic Shahram Amiri has been executed after being convicted of espionage for the US.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 7

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

Iranian Cleric Surprises Europeans by Playing Billiard and Bowling

While playing bowling and billiard is usually frowned upon by many Islamic scholars, a young cleric from Iran’s north-eastern city of Mashhad has attracted...

Iran to Gain 9% Share of Global Fermentation Industry by 2025

Although there is a long way ahead of the country, Iran should stride forward to increase its share of the world’s fermentation industry by the year 2025, an Iranian official said.

Rouhani, Putin, Aliyev to Discuss Fight against Terrorism in Baku

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and the President of Azerbaijan Republic Ilham Aliyev will hold a trilateral meeting in Baku on August 8 to confer on various issues including the expansion of defence and security cooperation.

General Soleimani to Play Major Role in Mosul Operation: Iraqi Spokesman

Spokesman for the Iraqi popular forces Ahmed al-Assadi confirmed that the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force Commander Major General Qassem Soleimani will play a major role in the upcoming operations to liberate Mosul.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 6

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.

Iran’s Supertanker, Container Ship Collide in Singapore Strait

A large container ship has collided with an Iranian supertanker in the busy Singapore Strait, causing damage to both vessels, but no injuries or oil pollution, the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) says.

Clinton, Trump No Different to Iran: Leader’s Adviser

A senior adviser to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran sees no difference between the US presidential candidates from the Democratic and Republican parties.

Iranian Female Flag Bearer Competing in Rio Olympics and Paralympics

Hours after making her Olympic debut, Iranian archer Zahra Nemati carried her country's flag in the opening ceremony on Friday.

JCPOA Proves Washington Is Not Trustworthy: Politician

The nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, known as JCPOA, proved that the US administration is not a reliable party, a former Iranian official said.

Israeli Company Hacks ISIS Telegram Group, Reveals Attack Plans

An Israeli cyber intelligence company hacked a Telegram messenger group belonging to the ISIS terrorists, local media reported on Friday.

Valuable Species of Blind Fish Found in Newly-Discovered Cave

A resident of Tashan district located in Iran’s south-western city of Behbahan spotted a gap on a hill near his home village. To satisfy his curiosity, he approached it for closer examination and found that he is looking at a cave that is home to a valuable species of fish.

Iran Slams West for Meddling in Execution of Terrorists

Iran has denounced the West's stance regarding the execution of a number of terrorists in the Islamic Republic, calling it blatant interference in the country’s domestic affairs.

Increase in Water Price May Help Iran Overcome Drought

Iran, like many other countries in the Middle East, is gripped with a long-term drought and a serious water crisis. A comparison of the way other countries have decreased their water consumption shows that the Iranian government may be able to manage the crisis by raising the price of water.

Abandoned Telephone Booth Changed into Aquarium

The municipality of Iran’s northern city of Rasht, in a creative move, turned one of the city’s old public telephone booths into an aquarium that has grabbed the attention of foreign media outlets.

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