Sunday, December 21, 2025

Iran News

Iran Front Page offers a handpicked set of the latest news and views from Iran and the Middle East

Iran Congratulates Kazakhstan on Independence Day

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has offered congratulations to his Kazakh counterpart on the anniversary of the Central Asian state’s Independence Day.

“Iranian Clergy, Seminaries Should Cut Dependence on State Budget”

An Iranian daily has called on Islamic seminaries and the clergy to wean themselves off government budget and meet their costs by turning to religious taxes.

Iran Ready to Promote Ties with Nakhchivan Republic

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Vasif Talibov, the chairman of the Supreme Assembly of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, have discussed expansion of bilateral relations in Tehran.

“Yemen Has Long Been Equipped with Soviet, N. Korean Missiles”

A spokesman for the IRGC has strongly condemned the recent anti-Iran accusations by the US envoy to the UN, saying the Yemeni missiles have nothing to do with Iran.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 17

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, December 17, and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Saudi Jet Fighters Attack Wedding in Yemen, Kill 10 Women

A Saudi airstrike has killed a dozen women in the northern Yemeni province of Ma’rib, the country's al-Masirah TV said Sunday.

Saudi Crown Prince Bin Salman, Man of Year for Failures: Report

An award-winning journalist has depicted Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MbS) as the Middle East man of the year due to his policy failures in the region, saying the kingdom is today a loser on the path of isolation.

World’s First Camel Hospital Opens in Dubai

Dubai has opened a $10-million camel hospital in Marmoun, which had its grand opening this week, after a soft opening in late 2016.

Gohar Tappeh; Burial Site of Ancient People, Their Belongings

Gohar Tappeh, an ancient hill near Sari-Behshahr Road in Iran’s Mazandaran Province, is one of the prehistoric sites of northern Iran.

German Band Schiller Talks of Memorable Nights in Tehran

After five nights of live performance in Tehran, Christopher von Deylen, the founder and sole member of German electronic band Schiller, says he will never forget the moments on stage.

Schools in Tehran Closed Down after Air Pollution Reaches Alarming Level

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Authorities have been forced to shut down all nurseries and elementary schools in the Iranian Province of Tehran after air pollution reached alarming levels, a report said.

US Envoy to UN Has No Understanding of Military Affairs: Iran

A high-ranking military commander says the accusations raised by US Ambassador to UN Nikki Haley about Iran’s supply of missiles to Yemen indicate she does not know anything about military and defence affairs.

Chabahar Port City; Undiscovered Gem in Southern Iran

Chabahar, located in Sistan and Baluchestan Province in southeast of Iran, is a beautiful port and a Free Trade Zone on the coast of the Sea of Oman.

Iranian Media Urged to Report Corruption at All Levels

Iran’s top security official has underlined the need to constantly fight corruption, urging local media to accurately report proven cases of corruption at all levels.

Where Did Yemen’s Ballistic Missiles Come from?

Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations has released a document in reaction to the US claims about Iran’s supply of missiles to Yemen.

Iran Inks Deal with Turkey on Countering Money Laundry

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – High-ranking officials from Iran and Turkey signed a roadmap for the development of cooperation between the two neighboring countries in various security fields, including efforts to boost border control and counter money laundering.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 16

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Saturday, December 16, and picked headlines from 13 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Autumn in Ancient Iranian Village of Abyaneh

Abyaneh, a historic village in Natanz County in the central Iranian province of Isfahan, annually attracts thousands of tourists thanks to its unique atmosphere, beautiful architecture, and fine weather.

Qatar to Use Iran’s Kish Island for World Cup 2022

Qatari Football Federation officials are planning to visit Iran’s Kish Island to prepare the grounds for the Persian Gulf resort’s hosting of Qatar 2022 World Cup teams.

Iran, S. Korea Ink Documents on Health Cooperation

Iran and South Korea have signed seven cooperation documents in various areas as a step toward the enhancement of mutual relations.

300% Increase in Departure Tax Sparks Controversy in Iran

The sharp rise in departure tax, proposed to the parliament in the budget bill for the next fiscal year (starting March 21, 2018), is in part aimed at encouraging the public to opt for domestic trips, but travel experts and officials deem it unattainable.  

US-Made Jet Fighters Dropping American Bombs on Yemen: Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the bombs dropped on the innocent people of Yemen and the jet fighters pouring them are of American origin.

Iran Terms Haley’s Fabricated Show “Political Scandal”

A special aide to Iranian parliament speaker has called the recent anti-Iran statements by the US envoy to the UN a “political scandal” for Washington.

Wi-Fi Balloons to Be Deployed across Iran for Emergency Situations

Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi says all Iranian provinces will be equipped with balloons that provide free Wi-Fi internet services in emergency situations.

Lunatic Trump Creates Problems for US, World: Iranian Cleric

Tehran’s Friday Prayers Leader says US President Donald Trump is a crazy person who creates problems for his country, nation, and the whole world.