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Top Iranian Officer Hopes Sustainable Peace Prevails in Muslim World

In messages on the occasion of the Muslim festival of Eid al-Fitr, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri hoped that sustainable peace and calm would prevail in the Muslim world.

Iran, South Africa Resolved to Promote Bilateral Ties

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed issues of mutual interest with top South African officials during his visit to Pretoria.

Iranian MPs Propose Motion on Granting Amnesty to Political Offenders

A large number of Iranian lawmakers have put forward a motion on granting amnesties to political and other offenders sentenced to death or life in prison.

“Canada’s Plan to Restrict Ties with Iran Strategic Mistake”

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has censured the Canadian House of Commons’ vote against relations with Tehran, calling it an “unconstructive” move.

Iran President Issues Orders to Push Down Soaring Prices

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has ordered relevant organizations to adopt appropriate measures to push down the soaring prices of goods in the country.

Selling Cranberry Kernels: A Strange but Profitable Job

An Iranian man has landed himself a job that seems to be strange at first glance, but has so far helped him earn a good amount of money.

Imam Khomeini Port; Largest Gateway to Iran’s Global Trade

Located 80 kilometres from the centre of Khuzestan province, it plays a very important role in the loading and unloading of essential goods for...

Nostalgic Sounds, Songs Reverberate through Tabriz Museum of Sound

The “Museum of Sound” is one of the dozens of museums in the Iranian city of Tabriz. The place, which was opened in March 2018, narrates the delightful tunes of the past and contemporary music of East Azarbaijan province.

Trump’s Deal with Kim Jong-un Grabs Headlines in Iran

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday, June 13, and picked headlines from 29 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran President Sends Congratulatory Messages to Italian, Spanish PMs

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, in separate messages, has congratulated Spain’s Pedro Sanchez and Italy’s Giuseppe Conte on being elected as their respective countries’ new prime ministers.

It’s Not Possible to Remain in JCPOA If Iran Deprived of Benefits, Rouhani Tells Macron

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani in a telephone conversation with his French counterpart made it clear that staying in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) will be out of the question if Tehran cannot enjoy the benefits of the nuclear deal, from which the US has withdrawn.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Chehel Sotoun Edifice

Chehel Sotoun, also known as Kolah Farangi, is the only remnant of royal palaces built by the Safavid king Shah Tahmasb in the Iranian city of Qazvin.

“Iran Ready to Help Paris over Hostage Taking Incident”

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says the country is ready to work with the French government over a hostage-taking incident which occurred in Paris on Tuesday.

Child Cancer Project Threatened by Trump’s Iran Sanctions

Irish paediatric oncologist Trish Scanlan says the new sanctions imposed by the US president on Iran imperil a treatment plan for Tanzanian children.

Women in Iran Can Finally Go to Stadiums, but to Watch Matches on JumboTron!

Iranian Families have been given a chance to watch the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2018 football matches live on a JumboTron in the country’s largest stadium.

IRGC’s Construction Base Ready to Work with Foreign Investors

The commander of Khatam al-Anbia Construction Base says the IRGC-affiliated conglomerate is prepared to work with foreign investors who are willing to fund Iranian construction projects.

“Iranians to Become World’s Largest Cultural Lobby in 10-20 Years”

Seyyed Mohammad Beheshti, a senior cultural figure, says Iranians will constitute the world’s largest cultural lobby in the next decade.

Researchers Use Cinnamon to Develop Antibacterial Nanocomposites

A group of Iranian researchers has developed smart nano-absorbents and nano-composites using the essence of cinnamon.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, June 12, and picked headlines from 19 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Handicrafts, Promising Field of Investment in Iran’s Qom

One of the attractions of the religious city of Qom in central Iran is the handicrafts. As the city is a pilgrimage destination, it can accommodate many Iranian and foreign travellers, and the handicrafts market in the heart of the city could be very thriving.

Iran Not Optimistic Trump Remains Committed to N. Korea Deal

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi said the country welcomes any attempt to restore peace and stability to the Korean Peninsula but at the same time is not optimistic that US President Donald Trump would remain committed to his pledges.

Iran, China to Use National Currencies in Trade Transactions

The Iranian minister of finance and economic affairs says Iran and China have agreed to use the national currencies of both countries in their trade transactions.

North Korean Leader Signs Denuclearisation Deal with Trump

North Korea’s Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un has pledged his "firm and unwavering commitment to the complete denuclearisation of the Korean peninsula" following a historic meeting with US President Donald Trump.

Iran Intelligence Forces Bust Terror Group, Arrest 27

Iran’s intelligence agents have smashed a terrorist team that planned to carry out acts of terror across the country during the holy month of Ramadan.

Iranian FM to Visit South Africa on Tuesday

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to embark on an official visit to South Africa on Tuesday.