Thursday, March 28, 2024

Iran News

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4 Afghan Nationals Killed in 5.1-Magnitude Quake in Southern Iran

An earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale in Iran’s southern city of Khonj has killed four Afghan workers and injured four others.

Iranians to Go on Hajj Pilgrimage under Certain Conditions: MP

A lawmaker says Iran will set conditions for accepting any invitation by Saudi Arabia to resume sending pilgrims to Hajj.

300 Jellyfish Found Dead in Jask Coast, Southern Iran

About 300 dead jellyfish were found in several locations on the coast of Jask, Hormozgan Province, southern Iran.

Iran to File Lawsuit against Turkmenistan over Gas Dispute

The row between Iran and Turkmenistan over outstanding debts for previous natural gas sales is taking to new highs with Tehran saying it plans to sue Ashgabat for turning off the taps.

Iranian FM Pens Letter to UN’s Guterres on Rohingya Muslims

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has written to the United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres to demand international action to stop rights violations against the Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.

Family of 17-Year-Old Victim Pardons His Murderer

A convict who had been sentenced to death for killing a boy at his 17 was pardoned by the victim’s next of kin.

Relics Extradited from Italy Exhibited in Iran’s National Museum

Iranian National Museum unveiled 30 Iranian relics which had been smuggled to Italy before being returned to Iran a few months ago.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 5

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 13 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation Supporting over 3,000 Christian Families in Iran

Parviz Fattah, the head of Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation (IKRF) of Iran, announced that 3,100 Christian families are among the poor people covered by this charity organization.

Iran’s Government Urged to Extend Int’l Academic Exchanges

Iranian lawmakers have approved a plan that urges the administration to expand its academic relations with the world.

Iran Should Be Congratulated on Syria’s Victory in Fight against Terror: Assad

Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad has praised the role of Iran in his nation’s victories on the battlefield against Takfiri [extremist] terror groups, saying the Islamic Republic also deserves to be congratulated on these successes.

Turkey Must See Realities in Syria: Iranian Spokesman

Iran says unconstructive remarks by Turkish officials regarding the developments on the ground in Syria will further complicate the situation in the Arab country.

11 Children Injured in Knife Attack on Chinese Kindergarten

Eleven children were injured on Wednesday when a man with a knife attacked them at a kindergarten in China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

Toddler’s Death Highlights Plight of Myanmar’s Rohingya Refugees

Face down in the mud, chubby arms in a water-soaked yellow T-shirt, feet tucked in — this image of a 16-month-old Rohingya baby circulating on social media delivers an unforgettably poignant message.

Iranian Football Sponsor Arrested for Huge Debts to Banks

Prosecutor of Tehran announced that a famous Iranian sport sponsor has been detained because of bank debts.

Tehran Subway Waiting for Government’s Subsidies: Mayor

Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, the Mayor of Tehran, says subway construction in the Iranian capital has faced troubles due to a lack of governmental support.

Iranian Parliament Approves Plan on Protection of Nuclear Facilities

An additional clause to Iran’s Sixth Development Plan ratified by the Iranian Parliament urges the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) to arrange a national plan to protect nuclear facilities.

Iran’s Mashhad, Capital of Islamic Culture in 2017

The city of Mashhad in northeastern Iran has been selected as the Asian capital of Islamic culture in 2017, and preparations are underway to introduce the holy city’s culture to the world.

Sorrowful Story of Disabled War Veteran Bullied in Tehran

Social media users in Iran have been shocked after seeing the photos released of a disabled Iranian war veteran who is extorted and dragged on the street ground by a number of bullies who later steal his car.

Iran Introduces More Severe Driving Laws and Penalties

Iranian Police has intensified previous driving laws and regulations, and introduced more severe restrictions for newbies.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 4

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 22 them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Denies Speculations about Hajj Pilgrimage

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman denied rumors that Iranians will be again barred from making Hajj pilgrimage in the next summer, saying the final decision remains to be made after a possible invitation from Saudi Arabia and subsequent talks.

US Disrupting Operation to Liberate Iraqi City of Mosul: Iranian Official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Shamkhani criticized the US for disrupting a military operation that the Iraqi army has begun to retake the city of Mosul, saying Americans do not seek an end to the “security crisis” in the Middle East.

Italian Photographer Portrays Use of Science and Math in Persian Architecture

Italian photographer Massimo Rumi spent a month travelling around the breathtaking ancient mosques and bazaars of Iran, and took stunning photos of Islamic buildings, which show how Persian architects used science and math in their works.

One Single Step Left to Retrieval of Achaemenid Inscriptions from US

The process of retrieving Achaemenid Royal Inscriptions, which belongs to Iran, is reaching its end. It is now an irreversible process with only one single vote necessary for the arrival of these historical artefacts from the United States.