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Autumn in Hamadan

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Book on Iranian ISIS Sympathizer to Come Out in Coming Days

A book about an Iranian mother who was the administrator of a social media channel supporting the ISIS terrorists would be unveiled by an Iranian publisher in the coming days.

Iran’s New Envoy to Russia Meets President Rouhani

Iran’s new ambassador to Russia has met with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani before leaving for Moscow to take office.

Iran Confectionery Contamination A Security Issue: Health Minister

Health Minister of Iran says the controversy surrounding the discovery of various Iranian confectionery products contaminated with pills is a “security matter” that is being deal with by the intelligence forces.

Iran Urges Regional States to Change Course for Better Future

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called on regional governments to seize the chance and embrace Iran's HOPE initiative in order to build a better future for next generations.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 15

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, December 15, 2019, and picked headlines from 10 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Role in Regional Security Acknowledged by Asian States: Larijani

Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Ali Larijani said the Asian countries at a meeting of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) in Turkey have acknowledged Iran’s role in ensuring regional security.

Iran, The Elders Deplore US Unilateralism

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held a meeting with members of The Elders, a group of former UN secretary-generals and senior officials, on the sidelines of the Doha Forum 2019.

Iran Unveils New Humanoid Robot ‘Sorena IV’

The Islamic Republic of Iran has unveiled the latest version of a homegrown humanoid robot called “Sorena IV”.

Iran FM Holds High-Level Meets in Doha

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with a number of his counterparts and high-ranking officials in the Qatari capital of Doha.

Iran Builds Ultra-Cold Tanks to Store Refined Oil

A group of Iranian researchers have manufactured ultra-cold tanks used to store refined oil and its derivatives after purification.

Nano-Indicators Developed to Determine Freshness of Food Products

Iranian researchers have managed to design and manufacture heat-sensitive nano-fibres as a new indicator of food freshness.

11 Countries to Attend Iran LAB EXPO 2019

Business people and investors from 11 countries are going to participate in the 7th edition of the Iranian Laboratory Equipment and Chemicals Exhibition (Iran LABEXPO 2019) on December 17-20.

Iranian Musical Instrument Dutar Inscribed as Intangible World Heritage

The Persian musical instrument “Dutar” has been registered on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)’s List of Intangible World Heritage.

Iran Eyes Better Ties with Algeria under New President

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has expressed pleasure with the successful holding of presidential elections in Algeria, hoping for enhanced ties under the new president.

Iran’s Technology, Innovation Ecosystem Presented to Uzbekistan

The Iranian technology and innovation ecosystem has been introduced to the Uzbek officials at a meeting in Tashkent.

Iran Parliament Speaker in Turkey to Attend APA Summit

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has arrived in the Turkish city of Antalya to attend the 12th plenary meeting of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA).

Security Official Debunks US’ Lie about New Deal with Iran

The spokesperson for the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) of Iran has slammed as a “lie” the US special representative’s call for dialogue and a new deal with the Islamic Republic.

US Says Ready to Lift Iran Sanctions, Restore Relations

The US special envoy on Iran affairs, Brian Hook, says the United States is ready to lift sanctions on Iran and restore diplomatic relations if the country stops what he calls “its hostilities”.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 14

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday, December 14, 2019, and picked headlines from 8 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Pills Placed in Sweets Aimed at Tarnishing Food Industry’s Image: Iran

Iran has described as an act of “sabotage” drugs intentionally inserted in various Iranian confectionery products, saying its food industry was targeted in a bid to spread “terror.”

IRGC to Hold Massive Naval Drills

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy Rear Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri unveiled plans for holding a large-scale military exercise.

Iran Says Ready for Partnership in Five-State Transit Corridor

Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Reza Rahmani has expressed the country’s resolve to carry out a joint project on a transportation corridor with Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Oman.

Iran Starts Extracting Healthy Drinking Water from Rain

Iran has begun to extract drinking water from rainwater as part of a project implemented in Mazandaran province, north of Iran.

Iran Starts Postal Drone Services

Iranian Minister of Information and Communications Technology Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi has unveiled a plan to use unmanned aerials vehicles as a new way to deliver mail in the country.