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Iran Front Page offers a handpicked set of the latest news and views from Iran and the Middle East

Tahdig: A Yummy, Globally Popular Part of Persian Cuisine

Tahdig is a delicious part of some Iranian foods which is popular both inside the country and in other parts of the world.

Iran, Austria Seal Deal to Restore Persepolis Ancient Complex

Austria has signed a preliminary agreement with Iran to fund the renovation of the ancient Iranian monument Persepolis in Fars province.

Victims of MKO Terrorism to Send Protest Petition to UN

An Iranian human rights NGO is going to a send a petition on behalf of Iranian victims of Mojahedin Khalq Organization to international organizations including the United Nations, demanding that the terrorist outfit be brought to justice.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, July 2, 2018, and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Top Iranian Entrepreneurs Rewarded at “National Brand, National Might” Congress

The most successful business firms and entrepreneurs were rewarded in a ceremony held in Tehran on Monday.

Trump’s Bid to Bring Iran’s Oil Exports to Zero Impossible Dream

Iran’s First Vice-President Es’haq Jahangiri says Washington’s claim that it will reduce Iran’s oil sales to zero by November is impossible to come true.

Iran Dismisses Accusations Levelled in US’ Report on Human Trafficking

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has categorically rejected an annual report released by the US State Department on human trafficking in which certain baseless allegations were raised against the Islamic Republic.

Trump’s Lawyer Admits Iran Protests Backed by Foreigners

US President Donald Trump’s lawyer Rudy Giuliani, in an address to a rally staged by the Mojahedin Khalq Organization (MKO) terrorist group, admitted recent protests in Iran had been orchestrated from outside.

Europe to Be Filled with Drugs, Refugees If Iran Stops Efforts: Minister

The Iranian interior minister slammed Europe for its failure to cooperate with the Islamic Republic, saying that if Iran turns “a blind eye” to the smuggling of illicit drugs and refugee crisis, Europe will face one million refugees and two thousand tons of narcotics.

Iran FM Makes Unannounced Visit to Oman

Ahead of President Hassan Rouhani’s visit to Austria and Switzerland, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif made an unannounced trip to Oman on Sunday.

Hunting Scenes on Tiles of Tehran’s Golestan Palace

The Golestan Palace, a famous world heritage site in Tehran, is home to a series of beautiful tile artworks, whose history in Iran goes back to prehistoric times.

Iran Appoints Ten New Ambassadors, Representatives  

Iranian Foreign Ministry has released the names of new representatives and ambassadors appointed to ten countries and international bodies across the world.

“Iran President’s Trips to Bern, Vienna Highly Significant”

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has explained why President Hassan Rouhani’s upcoming visit to Europe is of great significance.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 1

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, July 1, 2018, and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

US Bulk Freighter Carrying Chemicals Docks in Persian Gulf: Iran

A senior Iranian military commander says an American vessel carrying chemicals has berthed at the regional waters and plans to deliver the cargo to parts of Syria and Iraq.

Iranian Minister Says No One Killed in Khorramshahr Protests

Iran’s interior minister says the Saturday protests in the south-western city of Khorramshahr have left no casualties, appearing to deny reports by western outlets that the demonstrations have left several people dead.

Water Shortage in Southern Iran Turns into Crisis

The poor quality of drinking water in southern Iran, particularly the south-western province of Khuzestan, has triggered protests in recent weeks.

Iran’s Simorgh Satellite Ready to Be Launched into Space

The Islamic Republic of Iran is set to send another satellite into space as part of the country’s space program.

Bus Crash in Northern India Kills 44

At least 44 people lost their lives on Sunday after a passenger bus crashed into a gorge in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand in northern India, police said.

President Rouhani Sends Message to Chilean Counterpart

Iranian President’s Special Envoy Gholam-Reza Ansari has delivered a message from Hassan Rouhani to his Chilean counterpart Sebastian Pinera.

Iran, Pakistan Discuss Joint Fight against Border Threats

Senior Iranian and Pakistani military officials have stressed the importance of strengthening defense and security cooperation to fight common threats in border areas and deal with regional challenges.

“Reuters Gambling with Its Reputation by Publishing Biased Reports on Iran”

An Iranian media official has lashed out at the Reuters News Agency for publishing commissioned reports on Iran’s domestic affairs.

Iran Exports First Shipment of Mat Handicrafts to Qatar, UAE

Iran has for the first time exported its homegrown mat weaving products to the Persian Gulf states of the UAE and Qatar.

“EU’s Package to Save JCPOA Not Offered to Iran Yet”

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says he cannot confirm a report that claims the European Union has provided Iran with a package to convince the Islamic Republic to remain in the nuclear deal following the US withdrawal from the 2015 accord.

Sassanid Archaeological Landscape Inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List

The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) on Saturday inscribed the Sassanid Archaeological Landscape in Fars Province on its World Heritage list, increasing the number of Iranian sites to 23.