Rahimi, a link in the chain of offenses committed by the Ahmadinejad gov’t

An analytical look at widespread violation of rules by executive officials during the presidency of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Art needs freedom and with courage comes freedom

Grandson of the late Imam, Seyyed Hassan Khomeini, has said that it takes courage to enjoy freedom which is itself a must for art.

Ninja girls take their training sessions to nature

The allure of performing feats in nature has prompted Ninja girls to practice martial arts outdoors.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 17 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

A firsthand account by a veteran journalist

Fereydoon Sedighi, a veteran journalist, takes us back in time to the day the late Imam Khomeini made a historic return to his homeland.

Have you ever gasped for breath?

Air pollution in Iran’s southern province of Khuzestan has rendered breathing difficult for residents.

Previous government helped fulfill American wishes: Former ambassador

The glaring miscalculations of the Ahmadinejad government led to a decline in Iranian authority, says Sadegh Kharrazi, a former Iranian diplomat.

A dreamy look at realities on the ground

Kayhan, a principlist daily, has criticized government’s business performance, saying that removal of sanctions is not a magic bullet to fix Iran’s economy.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 1

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Sunday,February 1, 2015, and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran has signed a contract to buy FPSO vessel

Based on the contract signed of late, a floating vessel is to be used in the South Pars Gas field to exploit oil layers.

A newly released album, a prelude to female solo songs in Iran

Javan, a principlist daily, criticizes the release of a female-male duet as a prelude to solo female singing.

What is really going on in Yemen? An expert point of view (PART TWO)

A Middle East expert says that the possible rise to power of Shiites in Yemen is not a cause for concern for reactionary Arab states; rather, they do not want to see a democracy in their backyard.

Ali Motahari makes critical analysis of revolution

Ali Motahari, representing Tehran in the Islamic Consultative Assembly, said that thanks to reformist tendencies of the government, the media are subject to closures and permit revocations more than before.

Alimestan Forest in northern Iran in photos

Stunning beauty of dense forests which are enveloped in fog in northern Iran will draw admiration from tourists.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Jan. 31

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

What is really going on in Yemen? An expert point of view (PART ONE)

A Middle East expert says that the possible rise to power of Shiites in Yemen is not a cause for concern for reactionary Arab states; rather, they do not want to see a democracy in their backyard.

Yanni weighs in on his probable visit to Iran

I love to stage a concert in Iran and get first-hand knowledge about its culture and people, said the internationally-known composer.

Iran and Turkey; from regional rivalry to cultural impacts

Mehmet Seyitdanlioglu, a history professor, has examined relations between Ottoman and Safavid Empires.

State oil ownership is in contradiction with democracy

Farhad Nili, the director of the Monetary and Banking Research Institute, has said that an economy without oil can be envisioned for Iran.

There won’t be a thaw in Tehran-Riyadh ties under King Salman: Expert

Zanganeh says King Salman is unlikely to seek to ease tensions with Iran given the presence of security-minded people in his royal court.

Top cleric describes protection of public property as duty of Iraqi army

Ayatollah Sistani has described protection of public rights and property as the moral and religious duty of the Iraqi army and volunteer forces fighting IS.

Individual actions have no place in the world

The Chairman of the Expediency Council has said in a message to an International Brand Strategy Conference that Iran’s dignity is closely interwoven with the quality products it makes at home or sends abroad.

Culture minister stresses enforcement of Iran-Italy cultural MoU

The draft of the memorandum of understanding has been handed to Italian officials for approval, said Ali Jannati.

How will it be after King Abdullah? (PART 2)

Following the Saudi King’s demise some Iranian analysts look at the direction Iran-Saudi ties will take after Abdullah and different factors which may come into play.

Why did the US House speaker invite Israeli PM to Washington?

An invitation by the Republican speaker of the House to the Israeli prime minister to address a joint session of Congress without consulting the White House is a token of appreciation by Republicans to Israel.

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