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Netherlands Summons Ambassador to Tehran

The Dutch Foreign Ministry has announced that Iran's retaliatory act to expel two Dutch diplomats is unacceptable and therefore the country summons its ambassador to Tehran to hold consultations.

Iran Expels Two Dutch Diplomats as Reciprocal Action

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says two Dutch diplomats have been expelled from Iran as a reciprocal move.

How to Unblock Websites without Browser Extensions

Trying to access a website and finding it’s blocked is a serious source of frustration. Office networks restrict access to “time-wasting” sites, but sometimes they block necessary ones.

IAEA Once Again Confirms Iran’s Compliace with Nuclear Deal

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has once again reaffirmed Iran's compliance with its nuclear-related commitments under a 2015 deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

‘Tempted by Petrodollars, EU Taking Saudi Out of Terror Financing List’

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says European countries, enticed by Riyadh's petrodollars, are poised to exclude Saudi Arabia from the list of countries that finance terrorism.

How to Trade with an Islamic Account

The swap-free Islamic account was designed to comply with the Islamic religious beliefs. Its features benefit traders from Middle East, as everything was carefully created according to the Shariah Law. In this article you will find all the information you need about this account type, as well as where and how you can trade using it.

Suspicious Votes in Iranian TV Opinion Poll Annulled

The suspicious votes cast in favour of an Iranian quiz show in a public opinion poll have been declared null and void, putting a widely watched sports program on top of the list of popular broadcasts again.

Iran Leader Advises Rouhani Not to Waste Time with Europe

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei never trusted Europeans with their pledge to save the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, a new video clip released on Monday shows.

Iran Rejects Saudi Minister’s Claim on Yemen War Responsibility

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has rejected “baseless” remarks made by Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel al-Jubeir who had claimed the Islamic Republic is responsible for the continuation of war in Yemen.

Iranians on Shopping Sprees in Run-up to New Year

Iranian people from all walks of life are going on shopping sprees as the Persian New Year is around the corner.

Five Killed after Chopper Crash in Southwestern Iran

An Iranian copter operated by the country’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has gone down in the southwest of the country during a rescue operation, leaving five people dead.

Fajr Festival Showcases Conceptual Ceramic Art

A variety of statues and conceptual ceramics have been displayed at the 11th edition of Fajr Festival in Tehran.

No Food Problem in Iran despite US Sanctions: Official

Iran’s deputy agriculture minister says the country’s warehouses are full of food stuff and the market has no problem in terms of food supplies despite the US sanctions.

Iran Bars MPs from Running for More than 3 Consecutive Terms

Iranian lawmakers have passed a new election bill that bans members of the parliament from running for the position again after serving for three consecutive terms.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on March 4

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, March 4, 2019, and picked headlines from 10 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant Shut Down for Overhaul

An Iranian official said the country’s nuclear power plant near the southern port city of Bushehr has been shut down for periodic maintenance and fuel reloading, and will be reconnected to the national grid in a couple of weeks.

Iran Still Ready to Help Resolve Nagorno-Karabakh Dispute

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says Tehran’s policy towards the Nagorno-Karabakh dispute has not changed, and the country is still prepared to help Armenia and Azerbaijan Republic settle the dispute peacefully.

Anti-Terror Fight Begins with Uprooting Wahhabi Ideology: Iran

Iran says real fight against terrorism begins with complete eradication of the Wahhabi ideology promoted by Saudi Arabia and its allies in the region.

Iran Builds Weapon to Counter US’ Anti-Drone Laser System

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy Rear Admiral Ali Reza Tangsiri said the Navy has developed a weapon to beat the American anti-drone laser weapon system.

Iran Says US’ Regional Allies Must Expect Popular Uprisings

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani highlighted the failures of the US government and its allies in the Middle East and said Washington’s regional allies should expect uprisings of their citizens.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on March 3

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, March 3, 2019, and picked headlines from 12 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Rejects UK’s Claim BBC Is Independent, Neutral

Iran says the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and the UK government are heavily interdependent, rejecting the claim by the UK that the media outlet is an “independent” institution.

Sistan & Baluchestan; Home to Ancient Culture, Civilisation

Sistan and Baluchestan province in south-eastern Iran is where one of the world’s oldest cultures and civilizations has been formed and developed.

Over 150 Illustrations, Cartoons on Display in Fajr Visual Arts Festival

The 11th edition of Fajr Visual Arts Festival is underway in Iran showcasing 82 illustrations and 74 caricatures and cartoons by 61 artists from across the country.

More Planes Flying over Iran Airspace amid Indio-Pak Conflict

The number of planes flying over the Iranian airspace has significantly increased amid the growing military conflict between India and Pakistan.