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Iranian, Russian Diplomats Discuss Syria Developments

Ranking diplomats from Iran and Russia met in Tehran on Wednesday for talks on the latest developments in Syria.

Iran Reports All-Time High Number of New COVID-19 Cases

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 5,616 new cases of COVID-19 infection in 24 hours, raising the total number of cases to 545,286.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, and picked headlines from 11 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Diplomats Discuss Implementation of Iran-Iraq Deals

Diplomatic delegations from Iran and Iraq have weighed plans to carry out the agreements the two neighbours have reached in the past.

US Election Results Unimportant to Iran: Vaezi

Iran does not care who wins the US presidential election in November, chief of staff of the Iranian president has said, describing the mounting American pressures on Tehran as a tactic to whitewash the US’ failure to handle the coronavirus pandemic.

7-Year-Old Cancer Girl’s Wish Comes True in Ancient Castle of Shush

Zeynab, a seven-year-old Iranian girl, is battling against cancer. She always wished to become a queen one day and have her own castle and treasure.

Iran’s President Hails Arms Embargo Lifting as Victory of Logic over Force

The termination of the UN arms embargo on Iran marks a victory for rationalism and rule of law against force and bullying, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has said.

Iranian Army, IRGC Start Massive Air Defence Exercises

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Air Defense units launched a large-scale military exercise covering more than half of the country’s territories.

Iran’s UN Envoy Stresses Sovereignty over Trio of Persian Islands

The Iranian ambassador to the United Nations has reiterated the country’s sovereignty over three Persian Gulf islands, saying those territories have always been and will always remain Iranian.

Picking Correct Tools for Distant Learning

The disruptions occasioned by the outbreak of COVID-19 world over demanded a reaction of different sectors to ensure continuity.

Iran FM Discusses Persian Gulf Situation in UNSC Speech

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has delivered a speech to the UN Security Council on the situation in Persian Gulf.

Government’s Top Priority Is to Protect Iranians’ Lives: President

President Hassan Rouhani says his government’s main priority amid the cruel sanctions and the economic woes is to protect the health and lives of people.

Iran Not to Join Regional Arms Race: Spokesman

The spokesperson for the Iranian government says the Islamic Republic would never enter a regional arms race despite the termination of the UN arms embargo on Tehran, taking a swipe at the US for turning the region into a stockpile of weapons.

Records Broken Again: Over 5,000 Iranians Contract Coronavirus in 24 Hours

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 5,039 new cases of COVID-19 infection in 24 hours, increasing the total number of cases to 539,670.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 20

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, and picked headlines from 12 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Efforts to Foil US Plots Bearing Fruit, Spokesman Says

The spokesperson for the Iranian government says the Islamic Republic’s struggle against the US plots is yielding results in various fields.

Iran Says Has Nothing to Hide about Ukrainian Plane Crash

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for International and Legal Affairs Mohsen Baharvand has highlighted Tehran’s efforts to protect the rights of families of victims of a Ukrainian plane that crashed near Tehran in January, saying there is nothing to hide about details of the accident.

Iran to Give ‘Direct Response’ to Any Israeli Threat in Persian Gulf

Iran’s defense minister says the Islamic Republic will give a "clear and direct" response to any possible Israeli threat against its interests in the Persian Gulf.

Iran in Photos: Stepped Village of Sar-e Aqa Seyyed

Sar-e Aqa Seyyed is a stepped village in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province, south-western Iran.

Kordasht Historical Site: A Must-See Tourist Attraction in Iran

The Kordasht historical complex dating back to the Safavid and Qajar eras is located in ancient Kordasht village in the town of Jolfa in Iran’s northwestern East Azarbaijan Province.

Kahak: A Traditional Town with Mesmerizing Tourist Attractions

The town of Kahak in Iran’s north-central Qom province boasts picturesque scenery as well as historical monuments much revered by Iranians.

Iran Vows Support for Bolivia’s New Government

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has congratulated Bolivia on holding its presidential election, expressing Tehran’s full support for the elected government of Luis Arce.

Iran Raps Canadian FM’s ‘Rude’ Comments on Plane Crash

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson has taken a swipe at the “impolite” foreign minister of Canada for his "ill-advised" remarks about Iran while Tehran and Kiev are engaged in talks about the January crash of a Ukrainian passenger plane.

Iran-Afghanistan Railway to Open in Coming Days: President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has unveiled plans for the opening of a long-awaited railway linking Iran’s Khaf to Afghanistan’s Herat, saying the new route would promote trade cooperation between the two neighbours.

Iranian, Ukrainian Diplomats Hold New Round of Political Talks

Ranking diplomats from Iran and Ukraine held the second round of political talks between the two countries in Tehran on Monday.