Countering Enemies’ Attempts to Infiltrate Iran Vital: Top Commander

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri on Sunday underlined the need for responding to all threats, including enemies’ attempts to make inroads into the country.

Iraqis Must Stand United to Defeat ISIS: Iran FM

The Iranian foreign minister has called for a stronger unity among various Iraqi groups as the key to defeat the Takfiri terror groups wreaking havoc in the Arab state and elsewhere in the region.

Iran Bids Farewell to Acclaimed Filmmaker Kiarostami

Many cinematic figures and officials, along with people from different walks of life, took part in the funeral procession for Iran’s late Palme d'Or-winning...

Iranian Diplomat Stresses Indisputable Link between Saudis, MKO Terrorists

An ex-Saudi intelligence chief’s anti-Iran comments in a gathering of the terrorist Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO) in Paris leaves no doubt about their close links, former Iranian deputy foreign minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian said.

Iranian Film Director Kiarostami Laid to Rest

Celebrated Iranian film director, Abbas Kiarostami, was laid to rest after a funeral service held in the Iranian capital Tehran on Sunday with a large number of Iranian people and actors in attendance.

Attending MKO Terrorists’ Meeting Not ‘Unusual’ for Saudi Regime: Iranian Source

A source at Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the Saudi regime for participating in a recent gathering of the terrorist Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization (MKO) in the French capital of Paris, saying that the move was not unusual for “the father of the Taliban and Al-Qaeda”.

Two Iranian Cities Gain World Fame for Gems and Pottery

The Iranian cities of Mashhad and Lalejin have been designated as global cities of precious stones and pottery, respectively, the deputy head of Iran Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization, announced.

Saudi Prince Raises Ante in Hostility with Iran by Attending Terrorist Gathering

Saudi Arabia’s former spy chief has attended an annual meeting of a terrorist group highly detested in Iran, raising the stakes in the kingdom's confrontational approach toward the Islamic Republic.

Lebanon Must Pursue Fate of Missing Iran Diplomats: Families

Families of the four Iranian diplomats kidnapped in Lebanon over three decades ago have called on Beirut to fulfill its responsibility and help determine the fate of their loved ones.

French Fishery Companies in Iran for Investment: Envoy

France’s Ambassador to Tehran François Sénémaud said 16 companies from his country have come to Iran to consider opportunities for investment in Iranian fishery industry.

Iran’s Petchem Complex to Resume Operation Within Weeks: Minister

The Iranian minister of petroleum says the country’s Bu Ali Sina Petrochemical Complex in the southwestern province of Khuzestan, which was hit by a raging fire earlier this week, will resume its operation within the next few weeks.

Iran Urges UN’s Unbiased Report on US Failure to Meet JCPOA Undertakings

An official at Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Friday called on UN chief to avoid making biased reports on Iran’s compliance with a nuclear deal with six world powers, recommending Ban Ki-moon to release realistic reports instead, about US failure to honor the JCPOA.

Iran: Washington Responsible for Fulfillment of JCPOA Undertakings

Iran announced that it has nothing to do with the US domestic disputes and regards Washington responsible for the implementation of US undertakings under a comprehensive deal between Tehran and six world powers.

At Least 35 Killed in ISIS Attack on Shiite Shrine North of Baghdad

ISIS terrorist group (also known as ISIS or ISIL) claimed a triple suicide attack on Thursday evening near a Shiite mausoleum north of Baghdad, which killed at least 35 people and wounded 60 others, according to Iraqi security sources.

Firefighters Still Battling Blaze in Petrochemical Complex in Iran’s Mahshahr

Iranian firefighters and helicopters tried on Thursday to extinguish a fire that broke out at Bu Ali Sina petrochemical refinery complex in southwestern port city of Mahshahr a day earlier.

Palestine, Islamic World’s Pivotal Issue: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei described the issue of Palestine as the prime concern of the Muslim world, saying the world’s arrogant powers, spearheaded by the US, provoke regional conflicts to make Israeli occupation of Palestine fade into oblivion.

President Rouhani Lauds Late Kiarostami’s View of Life

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani offered condolences over the death of the country’s award-winning film director Abbas Kiarostami, hailing his works as valuable contributions to promotion of “peace” and “friendship” in the world.

Iran’s DM Urges Muslim Unity to Restore Security to Islamic World

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan congratulated his Muslim counterparts on Eid al-Fitr, and hoped for restoration of calm and security to the Islamic world in light of unity among Muslim nations.

Shamkhani Highlights Iran’s Success at Curbing Takfiris

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani has highlighted the country’s effective battle against Takfiri terrorism that has engulfed the region, a lawmaker said.

Iran’s Zarif Urges Muslims to Stand United against Terrorism

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif condemned a string of terrorist bombings in the Saudi Arabian cities of Qatif, Medina and Jeddah, calling for stronger unity among Muslim nations as the only way to counter terrorism in the Middle East region.

Mirkarimi heads to Paris for Kiarostami’s final flight

Head of Iranian House of Cinema has departed for Paris to organize transfer of Kiarostami’s body to his homeland.

Kiarostami gave new meaning to cinema: Culture minister

Minister of culture and Islamic guidance expressed condolences over demise of great Iranian film director Abbas Kiarostami, saying Kiarostami gave a new meaning to cinema.

Great Salt Desert

Dasht-e Kavir, also known the Great Salt Desert, is a large desert lying in the middle of the Iranian plateau, about 300 kilometers east-southeast...

President Rouhani vows to eradicate misuse of public funds

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has promised to root out “corruption in the country’s administrative and economic system.”

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Saudi Arabia

Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned a wave of suicide bombings that hit Saudi Arabian cities on Monday, stressing that the fight on terrorism does require international consensus and united efforts.

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