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Iranian FM, UN Secretary General Hold Talks in Astana

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and the United Nations Secretary General António Guterres have discussed the recent twin terrorist attacks in Tehran and the latest developments in the Middle East.

Envoy Thanks Paris Mayor for Showing Solidarity with Iran

Iranian ambassador to France appreciated Anne Hidalgo, the mayor of Paris, for turning off the lights of Eiffel Tower in solidarity with the victims of Tehran terrorist attacks.

Iran Strongly Denounces Deadly Terrorist Attacks in Iraq

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi strongly condemned today’s terrorist attacks in the Iraqi town of Musayyib, south of Baghdad, and the holy city of Karbala, in which dozens of “innocent people” were killed and injured.

Tehran Terrorist Attacks Revenge on Democracy: Rouhani

The Iranian President on Friday once again vehemently slammed the recent terrorist attacks in capital Tehran, saying such moves are aimed at taking revenge against democracy in Iran.

Iran’s Parl. Speaker Calls US “International ISIS”

Iran's parliament chief Ali Larijani says the US move to impose new sanctions on Iran following twin terrorist attacks in Tehran proves that the Islamic Republic is facing two ISIS groups, one in the region and one at the international arena which is the US itself.

Tehran Attacks Result of Saudi-Israeli-US Project: IRGC General

A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the recent deadly terror attacks in Tehran were the outcome of a tripartite project by Saudi Arabia, Israel and the United States.

ISIS Kills Woman Who Fought Illiteracy in Villages

The Wednesday’s terrorist attacks in Iran’s capital, Tehran, can no longer be viewed as a blind murder after investigation revealed that one of the victims of the attacks was a woman teacher who worked hard to eradicate illiteracy in the Iranian rural society.

Tehran Attacks Increase Hatred towards Riyadh, Washington: Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the net result of the Wednesday’s terrorist attacks in Tehran is nothing but more hate for the US and Saudi governments.

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry Arrests More Wahhabi Terrorists

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry announced on Friday that its forces have managed to identify and arrest several more terrorist suspects after twin attacks in Tehran claimed by Daesh (ISIS or ISIL) terror group.

Funeral Held for Victims of Tehran Terrorist Attacks(+Photos)

Majlis (Iran’s Parliament), which came under a terror attack recently, is hosting a funeral ceremony for the victims of the incident, and another concomitant one, which targeted Imam Khomeini’s Mausoleum.

“Saudi Arabia Origin of Terrorist Moves across World”

Iranian intelligence minister, Mahmoud Alavi, says he is certain that Saudi Arabia is supporting terrorism all around the world.

Turin Stampede; When Social Frenzy Turns into Fear

Last week, Europe experienced fear and terror after a series of terrorist acts in the UK. The London attacks were concurrent with the frenzy of UEFA Champions League’s final match between Real Madrid and Juventus, which was being held in Cardiff.

Erdogan Ratifies Deployment of Turkish Troops to Qatar

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has ratified a law earlier passed by Turkey’s parliament to deploy their troops to Qatar amid a diplomatic rift between Doha and its Persian Gulf neighbours.

Terrorists Attack Seat of Democracy: Iranian FM

Iran’s minister of foreign affairs says terrorists on Wednesday were proxies who attacked what their Saudi masters despised the most, namely the seat of democracy.

Killing Innocent Civilians against Int’l Humanitarian Law: MP

An Iranian lawmaker representing religious minorities in the parliament has slammed the recent terrorist attacks in Tehran.

How Iranian Newspapers Covered Tehran Terrorist Attacks

IFP has taken a look at the way Iranian newspapers highlighted the deadly terrorist attacks in Tehran, and picked headlines from 27 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Qatar Forces on Highest State of Alert for Fear of War

Qatar has brought up to 16 tanks out of storage in Doha and put its military forces on highest state of alert in preparation for a potential military incursion by surrounding Persian Gulf states, which have severed their ties with Qatar.

Identity of Terrorists behind Tehran Attacks Revealed

The identity of the terrorists who carried out two attacks in Tehran on Wednesday has been revealed, the Intelligence Ministry declared in a statement.

“Inventing Enemies; Saudi Arabia’s Trick for Survival”

An Iranian political analyst says making enemies is a key trick played by Saudi Arabia to live on.

Death Toll from Tehran Terrorist Attacks Rises to 17

An Iranian official declared that the number of people who lost their lives in the Wednesday’s terrorist attacks in Tehran has increased to 17.

Iranian FM Raps Trump’s ‘Repugnant’ Remarks on Tehran Attacks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has slammed the US president’s comments on Tehran terror attacks as “repugnant” after Donald Trump pointed the finger of blame at Iran itself, in a reaction which was met with criticism even at home.

Iranian Nation to Resist Violence, Extremism: Rouhani

Iranian President on Wednesday strongly deplored deadly terrorist attacks in Tehran, expressing the confidence that the Iranian nation will confront terrorism and violence.

Iran, France Call for Enhanced Cooperation in Fight against Terror

The presidents of Iran and France voiced readiness for concerted action against terrorism after Wednesday terrorist attacks in Tehran.

Tehran Terrorist Attacks in Photos

The Wednesday terrorist attacks on the Iranian Parliament and the mausoleum of Imam Khomeini in Tehran finished after all terrorists were killed.

Tehran Terrorist Attacks Not to Influence Iran’s Resolve: Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei downplayed the Wednesday terrorist attacks on Tehran as ‘fireworks’, saying such incidents would not affect the Iranian nation’s determination to move forward.