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Playing Tanbur; Ancient Ritual in Iranian City of Dalahu

The ancient ritual of playing Tanbur, a special Iranian musical instrument, was recently held in the city of Dalahu in the western province of Kermanshah.

“Changes in Saudi Arabia Can Be in Line with Iran’s Interests”

An Iranian political expert believes that if Iran and Saudi Arabia decide to set aside the proxy wars, then the changes in the Arab kingdom could be to the interest of Iran.

Iran Planning to Organize Cruise Ship Tours for Tourists

Iran has plans to develop maritime tourism through cruise ship tours in cooperation with other countries.

Iran Rejects Saudis’ Baseless Claims in Letter to UN’s Guterres

Iran’s UN envoy has said that Saudi Arabia’s anti-Tehran allegations are “baseless and unfounded”, while calling on the global body to pressure Riyadh to stop threatening other countries with the military action.

Iran FM in Tajikistan for High-Level Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who arrived in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, on Wednesday, has met his Tajik counterpart Sirodjidin Aslov.

Iran Leader Lauds Arba’een Pilgrimage as Outstanding Event

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei applauded the growing enthusiasm for commemoration of Arbaeen, describing the magnificent pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Imam Hussein (AS) in Karbala to mark Arbaeen as a major event bestowed by Almighty God.

Iran to Fully Support, Stand by Lebanon: President Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will always stand by Lebanon and spare no effort to help improve the country’s stability.

Saudi Princes’ Chopper Crashed When Trying to Flee: Report

Reports say Saudi Prince Mansour bin Moqren, the deputy governor of Asir province and son of a former crown prince, was trying to flee the kingdom at the time when his helicopter went down.

Iran’s Zarif, UK’s Johnson Discuss Case of Zaghari-Ratcliffe

Iranian and British top diplomats have discussed the case of an Iranian-British national who is behind bars in Iran for espionage.

Iran’s FM to Travel to Central Asia Wednesday

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will head to Tajikistan and Uzbekistan on Wednesday at the official invitation of the authorities of the two central Asian countries.

Enemies of Resistance Front in Weakest Position Ever: Iran Leader’s Aide

Ali Akbar Velayati, an international adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, hailed recent victories of the Resistance Front in the Middle East and said the enemies are currently in their weakest possible position.

Iran Ready to Let Pakistan Know How to Use Popular Forces: IRGC

A top Iranian commander says the country is ready to share with Pakistan its experience in mobilizing popular forces against enemies.

Pilgrims Visit Imam Khomeini’s House in Iraq’s Najaf

The house of the late founder of Iran’s Islamic Republic, Imam Khomeini, in the Iraqi city of Najaf is one of the most visited places during Arba’een pilgrimage, the world’s largest religious gathering.

Saudi Arabia’s Anti-Iran Claims in Violation of UN Charter: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has categorically rejected the anti-Tehran claims raised by Saudi officials, saying such allegations are against international laws.

Iran Unveils Carpet Woven for 2018 FIFA World Cup

A rug woven by an Iranian artist, which is dedicated to the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, has been unveiled in Iran.

Iran’s Tourist Attractions in Photos: Arg Gate of Semnan

Arg Gate, located in the city of Semnan east of Iranian capital of Tehran, annually attracts thousands of tourists as one of the major attractions of the city.

‘Hariri Had No Plan for Resignation When Meeting Iran Envoy’

An Iranian analyst says the Lebanese prime minister's meeting with Iran’s Velayati only 48 hours before his resignation shows Saad Hariri was not aware of the fate awaiting him, and his later resignation in Riyadh was dictated to him.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 7

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday, November 7, and picked headlines from 18 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Removing US Dollar from Int’l Transactions to Facilitate Banking Ties: Iran

An Iranian lawmaker believes that the removal of the US dollar from Iran’s international transactions could facilitate banking relations.

Visits to Saudi Arabia Hazardous to Regional Health: Iran FM

Iranian foreign minister has sarcastically highlighted that most important regional developments are taking place immediately after a foreign official’s visit to the ‘belligerent’ Saudi Arabia.

Iran President Blames World Powers for Causing Rift between Muslims

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says terrorism as well as sectarian and ethnic rifts are the two main issues afflicting the Muslim world, blaming some world powers for creating and spreading such divisions.

Iran President Hails Election of New Zealand’s New PM

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has congratulated Jacinda Ardern on her election as New Zealand’s new prime minister.

Japan Increases Energy Imports from Iran by 94%

Japan used to be a major customer of Iran’s energy market but the country drastically reduced its energy imports during the years that Tehran was under international sanctions. However, with the removal of the sanctions, Japan has once again joined the main importers of Iran’s energy.

Iran Set to Attract More Tourists by Easing Visa Regime

Iran plans to undertake a project to lift visa requirements for tourists from certain states with the aim of attracting more foreign tourists, a top Iranian official says.

Former US Congresswoman in Iraq for Arba’een Walk

A former American congresswoman, known for her anti-war stances, is in Iraq to attend the Arba’een walk, where she has to travel from Najaf to Karbala on foot.