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Detained Iranian Anchor to Attend US Court Again

The second session of a court for Marzieh Hashemi will be held in Washington on Wednesday, announced Iran’s Press TV, for whom the US-born anchorwoman and producer was working for.

English-Speaking Police Forces to Serve Tourists in Iran’s Yazd

Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organisation is working to establish tourism police in the central city of Yazd with good command of English to protect tourists in the historic neighbourhoods of the city.

Polish Deputy FM in Tehran over Hosting Anti-Iran Conference

Deputy Foreign Minister of Poland, Maciej Lang, has arrived in Tehran on Monday morning to discuss an anti-Iran conference scheduled for mid-February.

Southern Iran Major Habitat for Seabirds

The coastal regions of Bushehr province in southern Iran are one of the most important natural habitats of seabirds and wading birds.

‘Israel Collapsing Due to Its Tyranny against Palestinians’

Iran’s vice president says the reason behind the imminent collapse of the Israeli regime is its tyranny and atrocities against Palestinian people.

Int’l Energy Exhibition to Start in Iran’s Persian Gulf Island

The 15th edition of the Kish International Energy Exhibition will open on Iran’s southern island of Kish on Monday with representatives of 11 foreign countries in attendance.

Former Drug Addicts Cook Gourmet Food

Some 15 men and women, who managed to give up drug addiction, have celebrated their feat by taking orders for food in a ceremony called “A Bite of Kindness.”

Iran Neutralizes Ring Smuggling Contraband Silver Goods

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry arrested members of a ring that smuggled cargoes of contraband silver goods into the country.

Iran’s Historic City of Masuleh Turns White by Heavy Snow

Heavy snow has blown the historic city of Masuleh in northern Iran turning it completely white and creating a mesmerising perspective.

Iran Denies Ties to Afghan Arrested in Germany for Spying

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman has rejected the recent allegations made by some German media against Tehran regarding the arrest of a person who they claimed was spying for Iran.

Iran Parliament Speaker Denounces US Arrest of Press TV Anchor

Iran’s parliament speaker has criticised the US arrest of the Iran-based journalist Marzieh Hashemi, describing it as yet another proof that Washington does not hold real respect for human rights and sees it a tool for pressurising independent states.

5,000-year-old Antiques Discovered in Iran’s Jiroft

Police officials of Jiroft in Iran’s central Kerman province say they have found antique objects that are about 5000 years old.

Iran Slams US for Meddling in Venezuela’s Internal Affairs

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has condemned the US secretary of state for his meddlesome remarks made about the measures adopted towards the internal affairs of Venezuela.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 20

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, January 20, 2019, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranian Researcher Produces Nano-Capsules from Cheese Extract

A researcher at Tehran University has produced Nano-capsules containing curcumin by using proteins in cheese extract. This product can be used in producing extra-useful beverages from cheese and turmeric extracts.

‘EU Justifications for Delaying SPV Not Acceptable’

A senior Iranian official has blamed the European Union for its repeated delays in implementing the long-awaited financial mechanism to keep trade ties with Iran in the face of the US sanctions.

‘Details of Diplomatic Meeting Between Araqchi, Europeans Released’

A closed-door meeting in Tehran between Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and senior diplomats from six European nations has seen the latter failing to convey their message, an Iranian outlet said, citing unknown sources.

Iran Offers Sympathy for Victims of Mexico Pipeline Blast

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has sympathized with the Mexican government and nation over the heart-clinching incident in a fuel pipeline blast in the Latin country which left tens of people dead, injured and unaccounted for.

Persian Saffron Ice Cream; Delicate Dessert for Hot Days

Saffron ice cream is one of the most popular and original desserts in Iranian culture. As its name suggests, saffron is one of the main ingredients of this type of ice cream.

Grave Belonging to Iron Age Warrior Discovered in Northern Iran

Iranian officials say the body of a forty-year-old man and his weapons belonging to 3 thousand years ago have been discovered in Rostamabad near Rasht in northern Gilan province.

Iran Produces Formula, Anti-Parasitic Spray for Ornamental Birds

An Iranian knowledge-based firm has managed to produce formula and anti-parasitic spray for ornamental birds.

Qatar’s Awarding of Windcatcher Scale Model Raises Eyebrows in Iran

Last week, Iranian netizens were shocked to see Qatari officials awarding a scale model of windcatchers to Paris Saint-Germain staff who had won a traditional camel race in the peninsular nation.

Iran, Iraq Enjoying Most Strategic Ties Ever: Ex-Diplomat

A former Iranian diplomat says Tehran and Baghdad are enjoying the most strategic era in the history of their relations.

Iranian-Style Wedding Dress Displayed at Berlin Show

Europeans models’ enthusiasm to display the Iranian-style bridal gown is making headlines in Germany.

Enemies’ Plot to Trigger Unrest in Iran Foiled: Police Chief

Iran’s police chief says the enemies’ schemes to provoke chaos and unrest during the anniversary of the victory of the 1979 Islamic Revolution of Iran this year have been foiled.