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Ali Larijani Re-Elected as Iran Parliament Speaker for 11th Time

Iranian lawmakers on Wednesday elected Ali Larijani as the speaker of the parliament for 11th consecutive year.

Dowlatabad Garden: Jewel of Persian Architecture

With its ith distinctive properties, picture-postcard views and the historic Persian pavilions, Dowlatabad garden is an iconic landscapes of Iran's Yazd.

Iran, Land of Diverse Ramadan Traditions

Special ancient traditions are still practiced in a number of Iranian cities during the holy month of Ramadan in addition to the common rituals and customs practiced nationwide.

UK Diplomat Says Bahrain Has Turned into US, Saudi Colony

The United Kingdom’s former envoy to Bahrain Peter Ford says the island state has almost become a colony of Saudi Arabia and the US which exactly follows their foreign policy on regional affairs, including the issue of Iran.

Iran Foils Terrorist Plots Hatched Outside Borders: IRGC Commander

A top commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iranian security forces have managed to block many terrorist moves initiated from the outside to create insecurity in the country in the past few months. 

Four Killed in Suspected Terrorist Attack in Belgium

A German gunman has killed two police officers and a passer-by on Tuesday before being shot dead in the centre of the Belgian city of Liege. Authorities say terrorism could not be ruled out as a motive.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 29

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, May 29, and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Man behind Iran’s Worst Terrorist Attack Killed in 2015: Dutch Daily

A newspaper in the Netherlands has confirmed an Iranian-born victim of a 2015 death case was “most certainly” the man behind the biggest terrorist attack in Iran’s history in which dozens of top officials including the country’s prime minister were killed in 1981.

May 2018, Rainiest Month in Iran in 10 Years

The latest figures released by Iran Meteorological Organization suggest the 30-day period between April 21 and May 21 has been the rainiest month in Iran over the past ten years.

List of US Demands Testifies to Iran’s Growing Clout: IRGC

A senior IRGC commander says the list of US demands declared by the newly-appointed US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo testifies to Tehran’s growing clout, showing Washington has been frustrated with keeping Iran in check.

Ancient Iranians Used Stone Lions to Guard Their Graves

The city of Aligoudarz in Lorestan Province is home to an ancient cemetery where stone lion busts are used as tombstones.

Iran Leader Warns against Attempts to Inject Despair into Society

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned those who instil despair and hopelessness into the society.

Iran Condemns New York Court Rulings on 9/11 Attacks

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi says Tehran strongly condemns the biased, politically-motivated and baseless court rulings issued in absentia by US courts against the country.

Iran to Dedicate Special Places to Public Protests

The Iranian government on Monday approved a plan proposed by Tehran’s City Council to dedicate special places in Tehran to citizens’ protest gatherings.

“Drop in Lira’s Value Due to Turkish Economy’s Dependence on Foreign Assets”

A senior Iranian official says the Turkish economy's dependence on foreign capital is to blame for a drop in the value of its currency.

Iran, India Resolved to Expand Ties despite US Sanctions

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has described his visit to India as fruitful saying he held productive meetings with Indian official.

Iran Dismisses Reports on Indirect Talks with Israel in Jordan

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has categorically rejected media reports on indirect negotiations between Iran and the Zionist regime over Syria.

China to Make $2bn Investment in Iranian Oil Refinery

A Chinese company is set to build an oil refinery in Iran’s northern province of Mazandaran with a $2 billion investment.

Iranian Villager Uses TV Sets to Build His Strange House!

A photo that has gone viral in the social media shows a man in an Iranian village building his small house in a strange but creative way.

“US, Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE Seriously Pursuing Regime Change in Iran”

Senior political commentator Seyyed Hossein Mousavian says the US, Israel, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have made a huge investment in pushing for a regime change in Iran.

Persian Gardens in Photos: Pahlavanpour Garden of Yazd

Pahlavanpour Garden is a historical site located in the city of Mehriz in Yazd Province, which manifests Iran’s traditional architecture.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on May 28

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, May 28, and picked headlines from 17 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Daryasar Plain

Daryasar plain in Tonekabon county of Mazandaran Province is one the most beautiful tourist attractions in northern Iran.

Book Published in Iran on Condoleezza Rice’s Love Affair with Iranian Man

A collection of stories titled "A Political Love Affair," which includes a story based on a controversial report about former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, has been published in Iran with her permission.

Iran, Azerbaijan to Continue Enhancing Bilateral Ties: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani expressed confidence that Tehran and Baku would continue to strengthen the bilateral relations in light of their common bond and the political will of officials.