Iranian Researchers Decipher Cuneiform Inscription

The software’s developer, elaborated on the cuneiform dictionary, saying, “The software is able to decipher and provide translation for the inscriptions which date far back to Achaemenid era into four languages of Persian, Kurdish, English and Arabic.”

ISIS Expresses Satisfaction with Brexit

Following the British people’s vote to leave the European Union, the ISIS terrorist group voiced happiness in a statement and summoned its affiliates to attack Berlin and Brussels

Brexit Widely Covered by Iranian Newspapers on Saturday

IFP has prepared a report on how Iranian newspapers covered Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union, commonly referred to as Brexit, on their Saturday headlines and editorials.

Weightlifting Olympics Gold Medallist Criticizes IOC’s Doping Scrutiny Policy

Iranian weightlifter and 2012 Olympic gold medallist, Behdad Salimi, voiced criticism against International Olympic Committee’s scrutiny policy towards Ilya Ilyin, the Kazakh weightlifter.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 25

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 27 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iraqi Forces Make Fresh Progress in Fight against ISIS, Arrive at Gate of Mosul

The Iraqi Army’s 9th Armoured Division imposed full control over the Makhoul Mountains in the northern countryside of the Salaheddine Governorate on Friday, putting an end to the ISIS presence at a place described by military experts as Gate of Mosul.

Smuggler of Achaemenid Coins Apprehended in Metro

Tehran’s Police Chief announced that a smuggler of ancient antiques has been arrested in Tehran’s Shahid Beheshti metro station.

There Are Good People Even among Israelites: Senior Cleric

Ayatollah Mohammad Taqi Mesbah Yazdi, a prominent Iranian Shiite cleric in Qom, noted on Tuesday, June 21, that all Western people are not criminals and bad human beings.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 23

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

More Advanced Version of ISIS Will Emerge in Future: Iraqi Commander

As Iraqi and Syrian forces are fighting to repel ISIS terrorists from major cities like Fallujah in Iraq and Raqqa in Syria, a senior Iraqi military commander predicts that the group will once again appear in a stronger version in future.

Turkey Claiming Possession of Rumi with Hollywood’s Help

In an interview with Sobh-e Now, the Iranian director Shahram Asadi talks about Turkey’s plans to claim possession of famous Persian poet, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, including their ongoing plan to produce a film about his life with Hollywood’s help.

Why Does Dad Want the Cooler Off?

Aging reduces men's under-skin fat, thinning their skin and making them more sensitive to chilly air, according to an expert in the field.

Ministry of Health Apprehensive About Fresh Wave of Immigration

In an interview with ISNA, as translated by IFP, Mohammad Mahdi Gouya, the director of the Centre for Communicable Disease Control of the Ministry of Health, voiced concern over the new wave of immigrants to the country.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 22

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Inflation Rate in Iran Down to Less than 10%

Spokesman for the Iranian Administration Mohammad Baqer Nobakht announced on Tuesday, June 21, that the country’s annual inflation rate has fallen below 10% for the first time in several years.

Zibakalam’s Editorial: Proving One’s Political Existence by Denigrating Others

In a recent editorial published in Iran newspaper, Sadegh Zibakalam, a professor of political sciences at University of Tehran and a senior analyst, discussed how anti-government elements try to taint the image of President Hassan Rouhani’s administration even by ignoring national interests.

Growing Trend of Abortions in Iran

Statistics indicate that the number of people who visit medical centres for abortions has tripled within the past 10 years. Here’s IFP’s translation of a recent report on the subject by Khabar Online:

Iran Registers Original Pomegranates, Dates, and Carpets at WIPO

Iran has registered a number of its strategic domestic products at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 20

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 27 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Intelligence Ministry: Takfiri Terrorists Planned Attacks in Several Iranian Provinces

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry announced in a statement on Monday, June 20, that Takfiri [Islamic extremist] elements had planned a series of bombings in different parts of Iran, including Tehran and some other provinces, but Iranian security forces thwarted the plot. This was one of the biggest attacks planned so far by Wahhabi terrorists.

“Let’s Adorn Footbridges with Flowers”

Suicide has become a new concern in many modern cities, as more people are resorting to killing themselves to end the misery of their lives. Psychologists and sociologists look at suicide from different angles, but none deny the costs it imposes on the mental and psychological security of city-dwellers.

Suicide Attack Foiled in Tehran during Ramadan: Security Official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani announced on Sunday, June 19, that Iranian security forces have recently captured a group who wanted to launch a suicide attack in the capital city of Tehran during the holy Islamic month of Ramadan.

Foreign Ministry Tasked with Pursuing Dust Pollution Issue

An urgent meeting to address the critical dust pollution in several Iranian provinces was held on Sunday, June 19, with 5 ministers, 5 governors-general, and the head of Environment Department in attendance. The Iranian Foreign Ministry was finally tasked with following up on the issue, since much of the dust is coming from abroad.

Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s Case under Preliminary Investigation: Spokesman

Spokesman for the Iranian Judiciary Gholam-Hossein Mohseni Ejei announced on Sunday, June 19, that the case of dual Iranian-British citizen, Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, is a security case being investigated in the capital city of Tehran.

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