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From Dublin to Tehran: Persian Lioness Joins Male Companion

A Persian lioness named Eilda has been taken from Dublin, Ireland, to the Iranian capital of Tehran to join her male companion Kamran, and help reproduce and re-introduce the world’s last ranging population of Persian lion to their original habitat.

Iran Marks 30th Demise Anniversary of Imam Khomeini

Millions of Iranians paid tribute to the architect of the Islamic Revolution Imam Khomeini on Tuesday on the 30th anniversary of his passing.

Ayatollah Khamenei Urges Continued Resistance to US

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei highlighted the necessity for strong resistance in confrontation with the enemies, stressing that the Islamic Republic will keep making progress provided that the US does not come any close to Iran.

Iranian MPs Rule Out Talks with US Ahead of Abe’s Visit

As the Japanese leader is expected to make a landmark visit to Iran next week, Iranian lawmakers remain pessimistic about the US push for negotiations with the Islamic Republic and consider any interaction with Washington as a nonstarter.

Non-Aggression Pact to Ensure Mideast Security: Analyst

A senior political analyst says the conclusion of a non-aggression treaty between Iran and Persian Gulf countries will ensure regional security and serve Iran’s interests.

Iran Urges De-Escalation in Sudan, Warns against Foreign Meddling

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has expressed deep concern over the re-escalation of tensions and deepening of internal conflicts in Sudan and condoled with the families of the victims of the recent clashes over the past days.

Famous Poet’s House in Tehran Turns into Museum

The Municipality of Tehran has purchased the residence of acclaimed Iranian poet, Nima Yooshij, and is going to transform it into a historic house museum.

Politician Warns of Iran’s Shocking Response to Saudi Servility to US

A senior advisor to speaker of the Iranian Parliament cautioned Saudi Arabia that if its servile obedience to the US economic war against Iran does not end, the kingdom will have to brace for Tehran’s stunning response.

Iran Exporting Nano-Socks, Textiles to Iraq, Turkey

An Iranian company has managed to export more than $1.5 million worth of nano-made textiles including Nano-socks.

Doors of UK Embassy in Tehran Open for Show-Off, Close for Serious Issues

The wall built around the UK embassy in Tehran becomes high and the door turns into a concreted hurdle when it comes to serious issues, a media report says.

Russia Urges Summit of Leaders on JCPOA

Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov proposed the idea of a meeting at the level of political leaders for talks about the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and the arrangements for the necessary measures in regard to the accord at the current circumstances.

Iran Condemns US Trade War on China

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has censured the United States’ trade war on China, saying that it is necessary for Washington to seriously rectify its approach towards global trends and the growth in power of other world players.

‘Saudi Arabia, UAE in No Position to Set Preconditions for Iran’

An Iranian lawmaker says Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as well as other Persian Gulf countries are not in a position to set pre-conditions for talks with Iran.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 3

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, June 3, 2019, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Top General Says Iran-US Negotiation ‘Irrational, Impractical’

A senior Iranian general says holding negotiation with the United States has always proved to be a wrong, irrational, and pointless move.

Iranian Animated Works Stand Out at World’s Content Market

Iranian animation producers have managed to attract great attention to their works at the World’s Content Market in Moscow, which recently came to an end.

Yemeni Nation Will Definitely Defeat Saudis: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says it is a duty to support the people of Yemen as they will be the ultimate winners of the war imposed on them by the Saudi-led coalition.

Iran President Urges US to Get Back to ‘Normal Conditions’

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic can sit at the negotiating table to solve any issues if the enemy returns to "normal conditions" and realizes it had taken a wrong approach.

European Model, Photo Blogger in Iran

Bosnian model and photo blogger Aida Muharemović has travelled to a number of Iranian cities, and released beautiful photos of her posing in front of iconic sites and monuments.

Lazy People Joining Together to Stop Being Idle

A group of lazy people have launched an Anonymous Idle Society since three years ago in order find ways to get rid of their problems, some of which are quite funny.

Oil Price to Hit $100 Once First Bullet Fired in Persian Gulf: Iran

A senior Iranian commander has dismissed the United States’ aggressive posturing against Iran, reasoning that any potential confrontation in the Persian Gulf would instantly increase oil prices to over 100 dollars per barrel, something that Washington and its allies would not be able to endure.

Eight Iranian Cities to Host European Film Week

The third edition of the European Film Week 2019 is set to be held in eight Iranian cities as of June 8.

Trump’s ‘Art of the Deal’ Not to Work on Iran: Zarif

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Iran will not be intimidated by US President Trump’s "art of the deal pressure" by using economic sanctions to push Iran to negotiate a new nuclear deal.

US Not Honest in Call for Talk with ‘No Preconditions’: Iran

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the US Secretary of State is not honest when he claims his country is prepared for talks with Iran without any preconditions.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, June 2, 2019, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.