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Iraqi Forces Liberate 9 Villages near Mosul, Killing about 300 Terrorists

[:ar]Iraqi army troops supported by Hashd al-Shaabi, also known as Popular Mobilization Forces, recaptured 9 villages south of Mosul from Daesh (ISIS or ISIL) terror group, killing about 300 militants over the past 12 hours.

Canadian Minister’s Visit to Iran Sparks Controversy

Canadian media have recently raised questions about the Canadian-Afghan Minister Maryam Monsef over her visit to Iran back in 2014.

Wives of Foreign Ambassadors in Iran Join “I’m Lake Urmia” Campaign

Wives of 12 ambassadors to Iran joined the "I'm Lake Urmia" campaign, which aims to collect one million signatures required by the United Nation to help restore the Lake.

Political Dialogue Only Solution to Mideast Problems: Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has highlighted the significance of solving the current problems in the Middle East through political dialogue while avoiding any military approaches.

Security Forces Open Fire Near Iranian Embassy in Ankara

A dozen shots have reportedly been fired outside the Iranian Embassy in Turkey capital, Ankara.

Iran’s President: US Election A Choice between Bad, Worse

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized the US presidential candidates for their indecent behavior and lack of morality in their debates, describing the election as a case of choosing the lesser of two evils.

German Officials to Be Banned from Wearing Burqa

The German government is preparing a bill that would ban women from wearing in public institutions headdresses that completely or partially covers the face.

Inclusion of Egypt in Lausanne Talks Was Iran’s Pre-Condition: Report

A report shows that Iranian Foreign Minister had sent an e-mail to his American counterpa

Malaysia Keen for Cooperation with Iran in Halal Industry: Minister

Malaysian International Trade and Industry Minister Mustapa Mohamed voiced his country’s willingness to have cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran in the field of halal industry.

Oil Price Drop Leverage to Pressure US-Independent States: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the decrease in global oil prices was leverage to exert pressure on countries that are independent from the United States.

Iran Releases 18 Pakistani Fishermen

A group of 18 Pakistani fishermen, who were detained in Iran earlier over trespassing the country’s territorial waters, have been released, a report said.

Iran’s Velayati: Islamic Awakening Movement Moving Forward despite Challenges

Secretary-General of the World Assembly of Islamic Awakening pointed to the plots hatched by enemies to derail the awakening movement in the region, and underscored that the movement is still alive and going forward thanks to strong popular support.

Scores Killed, Hundreds Injured in Cameroon Train Crash

Dozens were killed and hundreds wounded after crowded passenger train has gone off the tracks along the route that links capital Yaounde with economic hub Douala.

Over 830 Cities and Villages Join Syria Ceasefire

A Russian source announced that more than 830 Syrian cities and villages have joined the reconciliation agreement in the war-hit country.

Iranian Spokesman Slams Bahraini Regime’s Attacks on Al-Wefaq’s Offices

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi voiced deep concerns over a series of attacks on the offices of Bahrain’s main Shiite opposition group, the al-Wefaq National Islamic Society, by the Manama regime.

Iran Says Will Bring Technicians Back Home from Kirkuk

A senior Iranian diplomat says the Islamic Republic will bring its technicians back home from the northern Iraqi oil city of Kirkuk following a deadly attack by ISIS Takfiri terrorists on a power station and other buildings near the city.

Iran Condemns Deadly Terrorist Attacks in Iraq’s Kirkuk

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned Friday attacks on the Iraqi city of Kirkuk by ISIS terrorist group, which led to the killing of a number of people, including several Iranian nationals.

Hariri Backs Michel Aoun as Lebanon’s Next President

Future Movement leader Sa’ad Hariri Thursday offered an unlikely endorsement of his long-time rival Michel Aoun for the presidency, saying options to end the 2 1/2-year long vacuum were "not many."

Israel Worsening Palestinian Plight, Middle East Tensions: Iran Diplomat

Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has held the Israel regime responsible for the desperate plight of the Palestinian nation and exacerbation of tensions in the Middle East.

Iran to Stand by Iraqi Nation in Anti-Terror Battle: Velayati

A senior Iranian official has reiterated the Islamic Republic’s support for neighboring Iraq in its anti-terror battle as the Arab country starts a large-scale operation to drive Daesh terrorists out of the northern city of Mosul.

Iran’s State TV Airs US Presidential Debate Live in 3 Languages

The last US presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump was aired by the IRIB in three languages for Persian, English, and Arab-speaking audiences.

Iran Rejects “Imaginary Story” of Role in Attack on US Vessels

Iran’s Foreign Ministry dismissed allegations raised by a US general that Iran may have played a role in missile attacks from Yemen against US warships in the Red Sea, saying the fictional story reveals US confusion in supporting the brutal Saudi-led invasion of Yemen.

Leader: US Election Shows Absence of Spirituality among American Statesmen

Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Khamenei says the US presidential elections and the remarks made by the two candidates these days indicate that there is no spirituality among US authorities.

ISIS Blows Up Government Building before Leaving Mosul

The ISIS terrorist group on Wednesday morning blew up the office of Mosul’s Governor-General before fleeing from the city.

Iran’s FM Favoring Durable Ceasefire in Syria

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called for an enduring ceasefire in Syria to facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries to civilians in the Arab country, a lawmaker said.

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