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Iran’s Anti-US Lawsuit Put in Motion

Iran says a lawsuit that it had submitted to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) – the principal judicial organ of the United Nations – against the United States last summer for freezing billions of dollars worth of its assets has been officially put in motion.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 5

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Eighth Wall Separating Americans and Mexicans

The new US administration is planning to divide off American people from Mexicans by erecting a wall along the two countries’ common border at a time when the world looks to bridging differences and getting closer together.

Iran’s 1979 Revolution Brought Us Gift of Freedom: Armenian Priest

An Armenian priest has lauded the achievements of the Islamic Revolution of Iran (1979) and its founder and leader Imam Khomeini, saying they brought us the gift of freedom.

Americans Won’t Tolerate Trump: UN Official

Farhan Haq, the Deputy Spokesman for the UN Secretary-General, says the US President Trump won’t be able to meet the expectations of American society unless he changes his positions.

Spokesman Rejects UAE’s Claims on Iran’s Interference in Arab World

Iran has dismissed as groundless the recent claims made by the Emirati minister of state for foreign affairs about Tehran’s interference in the internal affairs of Arab countries.

Iranian Administration Urged to Give US Citizens On-Arrival Visa

A group of Iran’s top academicians have called on the administration in Tehran to respond to the new US entry ban on Iranian citizens with an innovative approach different from Washington’s discriminatory policies.

Putin’s Envoy to Discuss Syrian Crisis with Iranian Officials in Tehran

Russia's special envoy on Syria, Alexander Lavrentiev, is due in Tehran to hold talks with senior Iranian officials on the latest developments in the war-ravaged Arab country.

21 Countries to Attend Tehran Int’l Tourism Exhibition

The executive director of the 10th edition of the Tehran International Tourism Exhibition said 21 countries will participate in the upcoming expo.

New US Sanctions against Iran Violate Nuclear Deal: Iranian MPs

A number of Iranian lawmakers denounced the US administration’s move to impose new sanctions on a number of Iranian individuals and companies as a violation of the July 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers (known as the JCPOA).

Iran to Grant Visa to US Wrestling Team for Upcoming World Cup

Iranian Foreign Minister announced that the US wrestling team will be granted visa to attend the upcoming Wrestling World Cup due to be held in Iran’s Kermanshah.

Indian Ambassador Invites Tourists to Visit Iran

Iran has a very rich history with which the Indians can connect very well, said the Indian envoy to Iran in an exclusive interview, highlighting the cultural and historical ties between the two nations.

Iran to Fire Its ‘Roaring Missiles’ If Enemy Makes Any Mistake

Commander of the IRGC Aerospace Force highlighted the futility of foreign threats against Iran, stressing that the Armed Forces are ready to defend the country in case the enemy makes a mistake.

Trump’s Anti-Iran Threats Aimed at Scaring Away Investors: First VP

Iran’s first vice president has dismissed recent anti-Iran posturing by the United States, saying “threadbare” accusations against Iran are aimed by Washington at scaring away investors.

Iran’s Sponge Iron Output Rises despite Drop in Global Production

Iran’s sponge iron production has grown considerably in 2016 amid dwindling global output.

Germany, Top Customer of Iran’s Barberry

Many countries including the US, Britain, Canada, Australia, and Austria bought barberry from Iran in 2016, but Germany imported the highest amount.

Iran through Eyes of Thai-Swiss Painter

A Thai-Swiss artist, recently put her paintings on display in an exhibition named “Iran through my eyes” in a gallery in Tehran.

Judiciary Official Says Iran Should Not Reciprocate Trump’s Ban by Doing Same Thing

An Iranian Judiciary human rights official rejected as not good the notion that the Islamic Republic should impose a visa ban on American citizens in response to US President Donald Trump’s recent travel ban on seven Muslim countries, including Iran.

River Flooding in Southeastern Iran Blocks Road to 130 Villages

Maloran River in Southeastern Iran flooded last night, blocking the roads to more than 130 villages.

Iranian MP Calls for Minimised Export of Unprocessed Saffron

An Iranian lawmaker criticized the export of unprocessed Iranian saffron, saying a portion of the Iranian saffron exported to European and Arab states is rebranded and resold by these countries.

Iranian Infant in Need of Lifesaving Surgery to Be Treated in US for Free

A four-month-old Iranian baby named Fatemeh was scheduled to visit the US for a critical procedure when she was barred from entering the country due to President Trump’s travel ban put last week. However, she was finally let in and doctors will treat him for free.

Trump’s Travel Ban Temporarily Lifted after Federal Judge’s Ruling

After a federal judge suspended US President Trump’s executive order, passengers with valid travel documents are permitted to fly.

Norway’s Ex-PM Detained in US over 2014 Visit to Iran

Following an executive order by the US president banning entry from Iran and six other Muslim states, a former Norwegian prime minister says has was held and questioned at a Washington airport over a visit he had paid to the Islamic Republic some three years ago, describing the move as “provocative.”

Here Is Afghanistan’s Shaolin Club for Girls

A group of Afghan girls in Western Kabul practice the flowing movements of Wushu, a sport developed from ancient Chinese kung fu martial arts, stretching and bending and slashing the air with bright swords.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 4

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.