US Seeking Own Interests in Qatar Crisis: Analyst

A political commentator says the US is capitalizing on the ongoing crisis in Qatar’s ties with Persian Gulf Arab states to secure its own interests.

2 Iranian Locals Killed in Fresh Attack by Pakistan-Based Terrorists

Terrorists based in Pakistan have fired projectiles at Iran's border region of Saravan, killing two local workers, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has said in a statement.

US Preventing Iran from Enjoying Full Benefits of JCPOA: FM

The Iranian foreign minister has lashed out at the US for its failure to completely observe its obligations under the 2015 nuclear deal by occasionally preventing the Islamic Republic from enjoying the full benefits of the agreement.

Iranian General Blasts US for Regime Change Comments

An Iranian military official derided US officials’ call for regime change in Iran as absolute nonsense, saying Iran would respond to such absurd remarks in practice.

Iran Signs $1.3bn High-Speed Rail Deal with Italy

Iran’s state railway company and its Italian counterpart have signed a deal worth 1.2 billion euros ($1.3 billion) to build a high-speed rail line between Iranian cities of Arak and Qom.

‘Al Saud Likely behind Cholera Outbreak in Yemen’

The secretary-general of Yemen’s Supreme Political Council highlighted the heinous crimes committed by the Saudi-led coalition in the Arabian Peninsula country and said the Riyadh regime may have caused the current outbreak of Cholera in Yemen on purpose.

President Rouhani under Pressure on Cabinet Line-Up

As Iranian President Rouhani is preparing to announce his next cabinet, speculations are increasingly raised on his cabinet’s line-up by main political figures from the two main political camps in Iran.

‘Iran’s Law on FOI, Landmark in Promoting Civil Rights’

A top Iranian academic says the law on Freedom of Information is a turning point in promoting civil rights in the Islamic Republic.

Iran Moves Up Seven Places in FIFA World Ranking

Iran has moved up seven places to 23rd in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday.

Iran’s MCI Signs MoU with Nokia for 5G Network Development

Nokia and Mobile Communications Company of Iran (MCI), the largest mobile network operator in the country, have signed a memorandum of understanding for developing 5G technology in Iran.

Iran President Warns of Divisive Plots against Baghdad

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has warned of divisive plots against Iraq, saying Tehran backs unity, stability and integrity in its western neighbor.

How US Media Cover Same Tragedies in Opposite Ways

A political commentator has weighed in on the US double standards in reaction to two similar tragic incidents: the USSR’s shoot-down of a Korean airliner, and the US downing of an Iranian passenger plane.

CWC Efficacy Undermined by Non-Signatories: Iranian Official

Chemical weapons remain a threat to the world as long as certain parties refuse to ratify the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), an Iranian deputy foreign minister said.

Iran, Total to Finalize $4.8bn Gas Deal on Monday

Iran plans to sign a contract to develop its giant South Pars Gas Field with France's Total on Monday, the first major European energy investment since sanctions against Tehran were lifted over a year ago, an Iranian Oil Ministry official said on Sunday.

US Has Become Isolated in Int’l Community: Iran President

President Hassan Rouhani says Iran should exercise such foreign policy, which would rally the world behind it rather than behind the United States.

“Bin Salman Too Indiscreet to Be Political Leader”

A political commentator says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman is too indiscreet and imprudent to be a political leader.

Kimia Alizadeh Wins Iran’s First-Ever World Medal in Women Taekwondo

Kimia Alizadeh from Iran snatched a silver medal at the 2017 World Taekwondo Championships on Friday.

The Real Security Threats on Iran’s Periphery

A senior Middle East security analyst has discussed why the Islamic Republic of Iran needs to enhance its defensive capabilities in a region full of threats and instability.

Iran Calls for Resolution of Venezuelan Conflict through Dialogue

Iran says the conflict gripping Venezuela could be best resolved through dialogue without any foreign interference as tensions escalate between warring sides in the oil-rich South American country.

“Riyadh’s Real Nature Revealed to Ankara”

An Iranian lawmaker says the crisis between Qatar and Saudi Arabia has revealed the true nature of Riyadh to Turkey.

Syrian President Leaves Damascus to Visit Injured Troops (+Photos)

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, along with his wife and children, visited injured army personnel in their home villages in the west-central province of Hama.

Iran Uncovers Terror Group’s Huge Arms Depot

Iranian Intelligence Minister Seyyed Mahmoud Alavi says the country’s security forces have succeeded in dealing a drastic blow to a terrorist outfit in possession of "a very large" arms cache.

Tehran-Doha Ties Beneficial to All Mideast Nations: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic’s policy is based on strengthening relations with Qatar, stressing that “brotherly and friendly” Tehran-Doha ties will be beneficial to regional nations.

Slogans against Rouhani “Suspicious”

A leading Iranian conservative newspaper has decried the ‘suspicious’ move by a group of hardliners on the International Quds Day to chant insulting slogans against President Hassan Rouhani.

St Andrews University Awards DLitt to Iranian Maestro

Critically acclaimed Iranian playwright, theater and film director Bahram Beyzai has received the Doctor of Letters (DLitt) from the University of St Andrews in Scotland.

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