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US Economic Terror Threatening Iranian Children with EB

Iranian children suffering from epidermolysis bullosa (EB) are seriously suffering due to a shortage of wound dressings as a result of sanctions imposed by the US against Tehran.

Nukes Banned by Iran Leader Long Ago, Zarif Tells Trump

Iran's foreign minister has downplayed US President Donald Trump's “concern” about Iran’s development of atomic weapons, saying Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei banned the use of nukes long ago.

Iran, Kuwait Stress Dialogue to Resolve Crises

Iran’s deputy foreign minister for political affairs has sat down with Kuwait’s foreign minister, who is also the country’s deputy prime minister.

Quadrilateral Military Communication Vital to Avoid War

The US, Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia need a regular line of communication to avert potential misunderstandings and to make sure that the four capitals can calm things down before they get out of control.

Japan, EU Best Mediators between Iran, US: Ex-Official

A former Iranian official says Japan and the European Union can be the best intermediaries between Iran and the United States.

Iran Exempts Travel Agencies from VAT to Promote Tourism

Travel agencies taking tours to Iran have been exempted from paying Value-Added Tax (VAT) upon the order of First Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri in a bid to increase the number of foreign tourists visiting the country.

German Companies Staying in Iran despite US Pressures

Dozens of German companies have continued to cooperate with Iran and keep their offices in the country open despite the US pressures and sanctions.

Park in St. Petersburg to Be Named after Iran’s Isfahan

Based on an agreement between the municipalities of Russia's St. Petersburg and Iran's Isfahan, a park called “Isfahan Park” will be launched in the historic Russian city.

Iranian People Mark Laylat al-Qadr

In Islamic teachings, Laylat al-Qadr is said to be the night when the holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad, and Shiite Muslims believe it is a time during which the observers’ fates are set for the next one year.

While in Oman, Iranian Diplomat Rejects Talks with US

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs has rejected any direct or indirect talks with the US amid heightened tension between the two sides.

Iran Says No Direct, Indirect Talks with US Underway

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has categorically rejected the reports that quoted a Kuwaiti official as saying Iran and the US have started their negotiations.

State TV Channel Chief Sacked over Program Insulting to Sunnis

The manager of an Iranian state TV channel has been removed from his post following the broadcast of a program which was insulting to Sunni Muslims.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 26

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, May 26, 2019, and picked headlines from 10 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Says Ready to Sign Non-Aggression Treaty with Regional States

Iran's foreign minister has reiterated Tehran's proposal to sign a non-aggression treaty with the countries in the Persian Gulf region amid ongoing tension which has escalated in recent weeks.

Iran Denies Closure of British-Iranian Chamber of Commerce

Iran’s ambassador to London denied a report about closure of the British Iranian Chamber of Commerce, saying the chamber is doing its activities normally and has only morphed into a “virtual and digital” establishment due to rising rents in London.

Iran, Iraq Vow to Work Together against Possible War

Tehran and Baghdad have expressed their determination to work together to stave off a war that could imperil stability in the Middle East.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Heavenly Heights of Lordegan

Lordegan heights, surrounded by oak forests with numerous fountains, look just like heaven during May.

Ali Larijani Re-Elected as Iran’s Parliament Speaker

Ali Larijani has been re-elected as the speaker of the Iranian Parliament for 12th consecutive year.

JCPOA Prevents World from Condemning Iran: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says he is proud that the nuclear deal did not allow the world to condemn the Islamic Republic, and today all countries accuse the United States in this regard.

Iranian Diplomat Due in Oman, Kuwait, Qatar for Consultations

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Seyyed Abbas Araqchi will start his visits to Oman, Kuwait and Qatar on Sunday amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington, particularly in the Persian Gulf.

‘Spider Woman’ Says Finds Peace of Mind in Climbing Buildings

It has been five years since Farzaneh Attarbashi started to climb skyscrapers in Iran’s northeastern city of Mashhad for a living, spending hours hanging in the air while welding, drilling and installing glasses on windows.

Gerash; A Small Village with Numerous Attractions

The village of Gerash in Fars Province, southern Iran, attracts many guests and tourists due to its historical monuments every year, especially in winter and early spring.

Iran FM Zarif Arrives in Iraq for High-Level Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has arrived in Baghdad on Saturday for a two-day official visit.

US Warship’s Use of Persian Language Shows Iran’s Authority: IRGC

A senior IRGC commander says the US battleships use Persian language for their communications with Iranian guards in the Persian Gulf and this is a proof of Iran’s authority in the region.

Zarif-Feinstein Meeting Aimed at Warding Off B-Team: Iran

Iran says the meeting between Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Democrat Senator Dianne Feinstein during the former’s latest visit to New York was aimed at deterring the hawks in the Trump administration from influencing the US public opinion.