Leader Outlines General Policies on Family

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei in a proclamation sent to heads of Iran’s three branches of power outlined general policies on family, known as the cornerstone of the Islamic society.

Iran Condoles Uzbek President’s Death

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani expressed condolences over the death of Uzbekistan's long-time leader Islam Karimov.

Iran Hits Back at Saudi FM’s Comments, Urges Riyadh to Reconsider Policies

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi rejected the recent anti-Iran allegations raised by Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir as “too boring and repetitive”, calling on the Saudi regime to change its “unconstructive” regional policies.

British Airways Resumes Iran Flights

British Airways has resumed direct flights to Iran after the lifting of anti-Tehran sanctions.

Iran Considers WMD as Redline for Its Defence Program: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran considers development of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), including nuclear and chemical weapons, as redline for its defence program.

Tehran, Baku to Jointly Build Power Plants

Iranian lawmakers have approved a bill on joint construction of two hydropower plants with Azerbaijan Republic.

Iran Slams Saudi Minister’s Anti-Iran Claims

Iran’s Foreign Ministry categorically condemned recent remarks by Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister against Tehran, describing them as “baseless” and “repetitive”.

Iran to Break Ground on New Nuclear Plants: AEOI Chief

Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Ali Akbar Salehi said Tehran is set to break ground on the construction of two more nuclear power plants in the southern city of Bushehr on September 10.

Iran Rejects Britain’s Anti-Iran Claims as ‘Unrealistic’

Iran’s Foreign Ministry rejected recent anti-Iran allegations made by a British official as “unrealistic”, stressing the Islamic Republic’s “constructive role” in the fight against terrorism in the region.

Ground-Breaking Deal on Aleppo Imminent: Russian Deputy FM

A major agreement on settling the situation in Syria’s Aleppo is at hand, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said.

President Rouhani Hopes for Closer Iran-Malaysia Ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani offered his congratulations to the Malaysian people and government over the anniversary of the Southeast Asian country’s Independence Day, also known as Hari Merdeka.

Iranian Cheetahs’ Population Declining Rapidly: ICS

The head of the Iranian Cheetah Society (ICS), a Tehran-based NGO, said the population of Iranian cheetahs, also known as Asiatic cheetahs, is undergoing a rapid decline despite all measures taken to save the endangered species.

Iran Urges Turkey to Halt Military Action in Syria

Iran’s Foreign Ministry said the continued military presence of Turkey in the Syrian territories without the Damascus government’s consent will aggravate the situation in the region, and called for an immediate halt to the Turkish military operations in the Arab country.

Spokesman Reiterates Iran’s Sovereignty over Persian Gulf Islands

The three Persian Gulf islands of Abu Musa and the Greater and Lesser Tunbs are indispensable parts of Iran, the country’s Foreign Ministry spokesman underlined, dismissing recent anti-Iran claims about the islands raised by the Arab League chief.

Saudi Arabia, Israel Have Even Alienated Allies: Iran’s Zarif

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says atrocities by Saudi Arabia and Israel have worked to even alienate their own allies.

Iran to Hold First Oil Tender in Mid-Oct.

Iran will hold its first tender of an oil field for development under the new contract model around the end of the Iranian month of Mehr on Oct. 21, an official says.

Over 5mln Foreign Tourists Visited Iran in 2015, Official Says

Head of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) Masoud Soltanifar said more than five million foreign tourists visited the Islamic Republic in 2015.

Iran Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attack in Iraq’s Karbala

The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Monday strongly condemned the attack carried out by terrorist groups in the Iraqi province of Karbala, expressing the hope that terrorism would be eradicated in the region.

Terrorists Nabbed by Iran Revealed Saudi backing: Iran official

A senior Iranian lawmaker says the terrorists arrested by Iranian security forces have revealed “invaluable” information as to the patronage they received from Saudi Arabia.

Iran Detects, Shoos Away US Spy Drone

Iran’s Air Defense identified a US unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) east of the county and forced it to avoid the Iranian airspace after issuing a warning.

Afghanistan No Backyard for Terrorists: Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani warned of the threat of terrorism in the region, saying Afghanistan must not turn into a haven for terrorists.

Iran Marks Anniversary of 1981 Bombing at Then-PM’s Office

The Islamic Republic of Iran is marking the anniversary of the assassination of former President Mohammad Ali Rajaei and then-Prime Minister Mohammad Javad Bahonar, who lost their lives in a bombing in the capital, Tehran, 35 years ago.

Iran to Extradite 251 Afghan Convicts in Coming Weeks: Deputy FM

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular, Parliamentary and Expatriates' Affairs Hassan Qashqavi announced that 251 Afghan prisoners will be extradited from Iran in coming weeks.

Iran Exporting Radiopharmaceuticals to Europe: AEOI

Spokesman for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Behrouz Kamalvandi announced that the country has started the exports of domestically-made radiopharmaceuticals to various countries, including some in Europe.

Leader Warns Enemies of Iran’s Harsh Response to Any Offense

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei cautioned the adversaries that Iran’s reaction to any assault will not be confined to defense alone, but aggressors will have to face a crushing response.

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