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Iran May Allow Russian Jet Fighters to Use Its Airspace: Official

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said Russia’s Syria-bound military jets could be allowed to use the Iranian airspace.

Iranian FM Calls on World Leaders to Help Promote Global Peace

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has called on world leader to boost efforts to promote peace across the globe.

New Generation of Filling Stations Set Up in Tehran

Tehran Municipality and the Iranian Oil Ministry have set up self-service filling stations for the first time in the Iranian capital of Tehran.

Muslim Clerics, Seminary Students Not Allowed to Use Expensive Cars: Iran’s Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Muslim clerics and seminary students are not permitted to drive luxury cars as it is an instance of wasting money.

Iranians Invite Americans to Visit Iran in Nationwide Rallies

Foreign press reporters from 26 countries were in Iran on February 10 to cover the nationwide Revolution rallies attended by millions of people who chanted slogans against the US administration, but invited American people to visit Iran.

Iran’s Kish Island Hosts Cable Ski Tournament

The final round of a cable ski tournament was held in Kish Island, southern Iran, on Friday.

President Rouhani Calls on EU to Support Firms and Banks Working with Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on the European Union to lend support to European banks and companies willing to have trade ties with Iran in the post-JCPOA era.

CIA Honours Saudi Crown Prince for Fight against Terrorism!

The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has honored Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef with its prestigious “George Tenet Medal” for his "intelligence work in the fight against terrorism."

Amazon Discloses Business Ties with Iran

The American e-commerce and cloud computing company Amazon on Friday disclosed Iranian business ties that may have violated US sanctions, warning that it may be penalized after a regulatory review of the activities.

Chief of Iraqi Hezbollah Assassinated in Basra

The leader of the Iraqi Hezbollah resistance group was assassinated in the southern Iraqi city of Basra according to local police sources and social media activists.

Iran and Sweden Ink 5 Documents of Cooperation

Iran and Sweden have signed five documents of cooperation in various areas during a visit by the Swedish prime minister to Iran.

Iranian Inventors Supported by Iran Patent Office: Official

An Iranian science official says the country’s Vice Presidency for Science and Technology Affairs supports Iranian inventors who seek to obtain patent protection for their inventions and innovations from international centres and commercialize them.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 11

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 30 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Security Forces Arrest ISIS Elements near Tehran

Iran says it has identified and arrested in the vicinity of the country's capital a number of ISIS elements planning to carry out acts of sabotage in Tehran.

Bosnian Business Delegation Due to Visit Iran on Saturday

An economic delegation from Bosnia and Herzegovina will arrive in Iran on Saturday in a visit aimed at expanding economic relations between the two countries.

Former Belgian Futsal Player Killed in Syria after Joining ISIS

Kamal Aharchi, who had played for Belgian national futsal team in the 2000s, has been killed in Syria’s Aleppo after joining the terrorist organization ISIS.

Iranian Women Often Don’t Report Sexual Abuse

Despite certain regulations on violence against Iranian women, the ones who suffer sexual abuse often don’t disclose it due to a lack of social support.

NAM Condemns Washington’s Anti-Iran Measures

The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) slammed a recent decision by the US administration to extend its “unilateral and coercive” measures against Iran.

Iran’s President Officially Welcomes Swedish PM in Tehran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani officially welcomed Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven at Sa'dabad Palace on Saturday.

Military Vehicle Bombed While Entering Afghanistan’s Defence Ministry

A bomb hit a military vehicle in Afghan capital of Kabul on Saturday morning, but no one was killed or injured, according to Afghan officials.

Swedish Envoy Hails Iran’s Influential Role in Resolving Regional Crises

Swedish ambassador to Iran voiced her country’s willingness to hold talks with Iran on regional issues, saying Tehran should make optimum use of its influence to settle the ongoing crises in the Middle East.

Hezbollah to Remain Iran’s Faithful Ally: Official

A senior official with the Lebanese Resistance Group Hezbollah hailed Iran’s support for Beirut in its fight against the ISIS terrorist group, and vowed that Hezbollah will remain in the Islamic Republic’s side.

Millions of Iranians Celebrate Anniversary of Islamic Revolution

Iranian people in different cities and towns poured into the streets on Friday and held massive rallies to celebrate the 38th anniversary of Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Why Iran’s Leader Thanked US President Trump

Trump’s anti-Iran rhetoric, alongside Obama’s efforts to threaten and put Iran under pressure, not only didn’t make the Iranians retreat, but strengthened their national unity, solidarity and support for the ruling system.

Trump Warned against Desginating Iran’s IRGC as Terrorist Organisation

The US State and Defense Departments have cautioned President Donald Trump against designating the Iranian Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, a report says.