Newspaper chief: Media feel no pressure from government

The head of the Ettela’at newspaper says that media enjoy freedom under the Rouhani administration, and can produce any material – for or against – on different questions.

Iranians attend massive funeral for 270 soldiers martyred in Iran-Iraq war

Thousands of people have held a massive funeral procession in the Iranian capital, Tehran, to pay homage to 270 martyrs, whose bodies were recently recovered some 30 years after the end of the Iran-Iraq war.

Facial reconstruction of 7,000-year-old skeleton

The computer-aided facial reconstruction has resulted in the creation of a chin, cheekbones, lips, a nose, eyes and ears.

Government has Plans A and B for post-nuclear talks era

The government spokesman has said that the Rouhani administration is trying to loosen the noose of unjust sanctions around Iran’s neck and does not let some individuals derail nuclear talks.

We are open to reason; so we don’t need to be worried: Rafsanjani

The top councilor criticized those who view interaction with the rest of the world as humiliating, urging them to stop shouting slogans that interfere with the country's progress.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 16

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

A look at the performance of the Iranian nation throughout history

The result of 14 long years of efforts by a large number of researchers comes out in the form of The Comprehensive History of Iran.

Will Yemen’s peace talks run into Saudi bottlenecks?

Observes say the UN-mediated peace talks for Yemen are likely to be held in the shadow of Saudi Arabia’s incessant aggression on the ground.

Government views nuclear energy and decent lifestyle as inalienable rights of people

The minister of culture and Islamic guidance has stated unlike in the past, the government seeks to create national harmony.

Seattle can help America and Iran learn to build trust

An American daily has said Seattle and Isfahan can develop a sister-city relationship to help the US and Iran build trust after decades of hostility and distrust.

IS captures palace of Qatari emir’s mother in Syria (PHOTOS)

Images of a Qatari-owned grand palace in Palmyra, Syria IS militants have seized.

Iran is mulling resumption of enrichment if the other side violates agreement

Alaeddin Boroujerdi, an MP, says that government needs parliament’s approval if it seeks to implement the Additional Protocol, even temporarily.

Laughter Saturdays at Tehran subway stations

Images of what is being done to make people laugh underground.

We need to form a strategic coalition with powerful Iran

Javier Solana has said that conclusion of a nuclear deal will bring about fundamental changes for Iran and the wider region.

Iranian woman killed in hit and run in Canada

Maryam Rashidi, an Iranian woman, was run over in Calgary while trying to stop a stolen truck from fleeing with unpaid gas. She succumbed to her injuries two days later in the hospital.

Fate of humanity is not tied to nuclear deadline

Professor Pirouz Mojtahedzadeh, an Iranian geopolitics researcher, says efforts to serve Iran’s national interests should not be put on hold because of the skepticism voiced by a few.

Hezbollah takes on Takfiris in Syria to defend Lebanon’s freedom and sanctities

The leader of the Marada Movement has praised Hezbollah’s fight on the Takfiris in Syria, saying Hezbollah is supporting what remains of Christians in the Middle East.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 13

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

Iran’s National Orchestra back on stage

Iran's National Orchestra, led by Farhad Fakhreddini, has resumed its performance after years of absence.

A vote, shattered dreams and multiple benefits

An Iranian daily has reviewed the blow President Erdogan was delivered in the parliamentary vote and said that the Turkish people could properly practice democracy and contain the president's authoritarian ambitions.

Can they meet the deadline? A miracle is needed.

A former Foreign Ministry spokesman says the Americans, who have prolonged the talks, cannot put on a holier-than-thou face blaming Iran for the inconclusiveness of the talks.

Iran needs to get ready for the post-sanctions era

Iran’s standard chief says accreditation helps the country start doing business and rendering services on the same footing with its international counterparts.

Determination is still needed to cut a nuclear deal

The Atomic Energy Agency spokesman has rejected different interpretations of the Additional Protocol, saying it does not allow general access by inspectors to Iran’s sites.

Can Iran live with the Taliban in its backyard?

Iran has concluded that living with the Taliban, which is to become part of the Afghan political structure, would better serve its national interest and stabilize the region, says a political analyst.

MEP: We have come to Tehran to guarantee promises

Richard Howitt, a Member of the European Parliament, has said that the EP will open its Tehran office in 2016 after the conclusion of a nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1.

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