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Morocco Turns to Iran to Keep Distance from Saudis: Ex-Ambassador

Mohammad Masjed-Jamei, who once was Iran's Ambassador to Rabat, believes that the reopening of Moroccan embassy in Iran indicates the country’s willingness to keep its distance from Saudi Arabia because of its adverse condition in the region.

Disguised as a Boy, Iranian Girl Sneaks into Football Stadium

An Iranian girl, who attended a recent football match between Perspolis and Esteghlal Khuzestan, believes that girls’ presence among the fans can create a calm atmosphere in stadiums.  

Iran to Resume Gas Exports to Turkey Soon

Iran says its exports of natural gas to Turkey that have been halted reportedly as a result of an explosion inside the Turkish territory will resume within the next few days.

Vintage Cars Put on Display in Iran’s Isfahan

The Iranian central city of Isfahan hosts an exhibition of classic cars and motorbikes.

Iran to Open Tourism Office in Russia

Iran is going to open a tourism office in Moscow by March 2017 in reciprocation for the same Russian office in Tehran, an Iranian official announced.

US Faces Growing Worldwide Wrath: Iranian Cleric

A top Iranian cleric pointed to the growing anti-US sentiments in the world, saying more and more regional countries begin to rise against the US hostile plots.

Iranian Ex-Envoy Warns against US Plots to Hijack Mosul Operation

Former Iranian Ambassador to Iraq Hassan Kazemi Qomi said troops participating in an ongoing major offensive to liberate the Iraqi city of Mosul from the grip of ISIS are purely Iraqi not American, warning about US attempts to hijack the attack.

Iran Raps ‘Rare’ EU Clauses in Trade Deals

A top official in Tehran has accused European government of failing to take the required measures to facilitate trade agreements with Iran – what he says is already in violation of a nuclear agreement that was sealed with the country last summer and came into effect in January.

Comprehensive Int’l Resolve, Key to Fight against Terrorism: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says comprehensive international determination is necessary to fight and uproot terrorism in the Middle East.

Pakistani Journalist Writes about His Visit to Iran

Alireza Alavi, a Pakistani journalist, recently travelled to Iran for a few days. He published an article in Nawaiwaqt newspaper after he returned and shared his experience through “the words from his heart.”

Saudi Arabia Arrests 4 Female Models after Posing for Photos with Cars

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has reportedly arrested a number of female models over their photos in an exhibition of luxurious cars.

Iraqi Federal Police Forces Reach Gates of Mosul

The Iraqi Federal Police forces have reached the entrance gates of Mosul, as part of a massive offensive backed by Hashd al-Shaabi, also known as Popular Mobilization Forces, to retake the last major stronghold of the Daesh (ISIS or ISIS) terrorist group in Iraq.

Enemies Seek to Divert Attention from Israeli Crimes: Shamkhani

A senior Iranian official has warned that the global arrogance has been sowing discord among Muslim nations to divert attention from Israel’s crimes.

Senior Sunni Cleric: Takfiri Ideology Was Created by US

A grand Mufti of Al Azhar and the former Mufti of Australia believes that the ISIS terrorist group is created by the US and the money provided by some Arab states in the Middle East.

Int’l Poultry and Livestock Exhibition Kicks Off in Tehran

The 15th International Exhibition of Poultry, Livestock, Dairy and Related Industries (Iran Plex 2016) has started in Tehran.

Majidi’s Film on Prophet Muhammad’s Life to Go on Screens in Turkey

‘Muhammad (PBUH), the Messenger of God’, a film by renowned Iranian director Majid Majidi, will be screened at major movie theatres in Turkey as of tomorrow.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 27

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Zarif to Hold Talks With Russia’s Lavrov on Syria in Moscow

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will pay an official one-day visit to Russia for talks on the Syrian crisis.

EU, Finland Can Help Settlement of Syria Conflict: Iran Parliament Speaker

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani says the European Union can play a significant role in the settlement of the Syrian crisis and the campaign against terrorism.

Iran’s Carpet Exports to US at $50mn

Iran says its exports of hand-woven carpets to the United States have reached around $50 million since the removal of sanctions in January.

Diplomat: Iran Averted Dominance of ISIS in Syria

An Iranian deputy foreign minister highlighted the country’s effective assistance to Syria in the fight against terrorism, saying the Daesh (ISIL) terrorist group would have conquered the Arab country without Iran’s backing.

President: Capacities of Iran, Finland Should Be Tapped to Cement Bilateral Ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called for efforts to promote bilateral cooperation between Tehran and Helsinki in all spheres through using the capacities of both countries.

Saudi Killing of Yemeni People Worst Kind of Terrorism: Leader

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei described terrorism as one of humanity’s painful calamities, and referred to mass killings, including the deadly attacks on Yemeni people by Saudi Arabia, as the “worst kind of terrorism”.

Wahhabi Cleric Claims to Be a Prophet!

Abdallah Muhammad al Muhaysini, a senior Saudi cleric, claims that God is sending him new revelations through direct communication.

Presidents Discuss Iran-Finland Railroad Link

Presidents of Iran and Finland at a meeting in Tehran weighed plans for connecting the two countries via railroad.