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Rice Cultivation in Iran’s Eastern Deserts

Azmighan is located 37 kilometres northeast of Tabas County, South Khorasan province.

Iran’s Larijani Calls for Investment in Caspian Sea Oil Extraction

Iran’s Parliament Speaker says there must be no restriction on making investment in extraction of oil from the Caspian Sea.

Copyright Bill High on Iran Parliament’s Agenda: Minister

Iran’s minister of culture says the country’s Parliament is set to discuss and approve a bill on copyright and intellectual property in coming weeks.

Mosul Liberated 3 Years after Al-Baghdadi Proclaimed ‘Caliphate’

The operation to liberate Mosul from the ISIS terrorists was completed three years after the terrorist group’s ringleader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, declared himself “caliph” in the Great Mosque of al-Nuri in 2014.

Iranian Artist Turns Milan Drug Hub into Gallery

A young Iranian artist has turned a former dreadful drug hub in the Italian city of Milan into a gallery for displaying precious artworks.

“No State Pays Heed to Riyadh’s Call to Confront Iran”

Head of Al Jazeera’s Office in Tehran blames Saudi Arabia for creating tensions in the region, saying no state will take any heed of Riyadh’s call to counter the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Post-ISIS Iraq: Challenges, Opportunities

As the Iraqi army’s operation to retake the last stronghold of ISIS in Iraq is going on, many inside and outside of the war-torn country are preparing for a post-ISIS Iraq.

Turkey Not to Abandon Tigris-Euphrates Dam Project

Turkish ambassador to Tehran says despite growing protests by regional states, his country is set to press ahead with its project to build a dam on Tigris-Euphrates River.

Int’l Children Film Festival Concludes in Iran’s Isfahan

The 30th international film festival for children and youth wrapped up in the Iranian city of Isfahan.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 8

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday, July 8, and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Seizes Trespassing Saudi Boat with 4 on Board

The Navy of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has seized a Saudi vessel after trespassing on the Islamic Republic’s territorial waters in the Persian Gulf.

45 Foreign Ambassadors Tour Tehran’s Evin Prison

The Iranian Judiciary has taken dozens of foreign ambassadors residing in Tehran to a tour of Evin Prison to prove that the allegations raised against Iranian prisons are wrong and politically-motivated.

Iran Condemns Terror Attack in Egypt’s Sinai

Iran's foreign ministry has censured the terrorist attack carried out by ISIS in Egypt's northern Sinai, which led to the death and injury of several people.

Iran Sells First Homegrown Catamaran Ship to Turkey

Iran has sold its first domestically-made catamaran ship to neighboring Turkey, the managing director of the Arvandan Shipbuilding Company, the manufacturer of the vessel, announced.

Israel Has No Sovereignty over Jerusalem: UNESCO

The United Nations' cultural committee has approved proposal submitted by Arab states rejecting Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem and condemning it for conducting excavations in the Old City.

21 ISIS Terrorists Nabbed in Northeast Iran

An Iranian official says at least 21 ISIS terrorists have been arrested in a massive operation across the northeastern province of Khorasan Razavi.

US to Pay Dearly for Anti-Iran Measures: Larijani

Speaker of Iran’s Parliament Ali Larijani has denounced a recent anti-Iran decision by the US Senate, saying that Washington will pay a heavy price for such moves.

Enormous Book Garden Inaugurated in Tehran

Iran’s biggest scientific and cultural complex, with an area of about 70,000 square metres, has been inaugurated in the capital city of Tehran. The complex is home to the world’s largest bookstore.

Iran Moves Up Seven Places in FIFA World Ranking

Iran has moved up seven places to 23rd in the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday.

How Serious Are Internal Divisions in Iran?

An Israeli paper recently published an analysis of Iran’s national and regional policies, saying despite growing internal divisions in the Islamic Republic, the country’s regional standing has not been undermined yet. But are these rifts that much serious?

Riyadh Accepts Tehran’s Conditions for Hajj Pilgrims’ Security: Minister

Iran’s culture minister says Saudi Arabia has provided “written assurances” that it will meet all of Tehran’s conditions with regard to ensuring security for Iranian pilgrims in the upcoming Hajj ceremony.

Iran-Total Gas Deal Sparks Controversy in Tehran

A multi-billion-dollar gas deal signed between Iran and French energy giant Total for the development of Phase 11 of South Pars Gas Field has sparked mixed reactions in Iran.

Tehran to Host Iran-Italy Joint Orchestra Performance

Iranian capital, Tehran, is set to host a joint performance of Italian Ravenna festival and Tehran symphony orchestra.

Blues Coffee Shop, Hangout for Iranian Cruiser Motorcyclists

A two-year-old coffee shop in the Iranian capital named ‘Blues Coffee Shop’ hosts the cruiser motorcyclists who are interested in the Blues.

Iran Calls for Int’l Cooperation against Drug Trafficking

The speaker of Iran’s Parliament says the fight against illicit drug trafficking requires coherent and serious international efforts.