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Saudi Crown Prince Proposes Ceasefire in Yemen: Report

A Qatari newspaper has reported that the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia has proposed that Yemen’s Ansarullah stops the war with the Saudi-led coalition in the border areas.

Iraqi Forces Discover Tonnes of ISIS’ Explosive Chemicals

A top Iraqi police commander says the country’s police forces have seized more than 10 tonnes of ammonium nitrate, used by ISIS terrorists to make explosives, in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul.

Iran President Submits List of Ministerial Candidates

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has proposed the list of his nominees for 17 ministerial posts to the Parliament.

Man Sentenced to Do Research for Illegal Use of Groundwater

An Iranian man who had illegally exploited subterranean water resources has been sentenced by a court to carrying out some research work.

Foreign Dignitaries Visit Tehran’s Museums

Some of the foreign officials travelling to Iran to attend President Rouhani’s swearing-in ceremony have visited Tehran’s historical monuments and museums.

Iran Ready to Enhance Cooperation with Gambia

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Momodou Lamin Sanneh, the Deputy Speaker of the Gambian National Assembly, have discussed issues of mutual interest in Tehran.

Iran FM Holds Talks with Grand Mufti of Caucasus

In a Monday meeting in Tehran, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held talks with Allahshukur Pashazadeh, the Sheikh ul-Islam of Azerbaijan Republic and Grand Mufti of the Caucasus.

‘Riyadh Can’t Continue Bombing Yemen Forever’

A top Iranian official has called on the international community not to remain indifferent toward the Saudi aggression against Yemen.

Saudi Arabia Using Biological Bombs in Yemen: Sources

Saudi Arabia is using biological bombs in its attacks on Yemen, causing large numbers of Yemenis to contract cholera and meningitis, according to hospital sources in the war-torn state.

Iran Planning to Raise Women’s Legal Age of Marriage

An Iranian lawmaker says the Iranian Parliament’s female MPs have decided to introduce a plan to raise the legal age of marriage for women in the country.

Iran Not to Let Foreigners Inspect Its Military Sites: IRGC General

A senior IRGC commander says there is no way for foreigners to be allowed to inspect Iran's military centres.

Rouhani’s Inauguration Show of Iran’s Diplomatic Prowess

An Iranian legislator says the participation of high-ranking foreign delegations from over 100 countries in Iran President Hassan Rouhani’s inauguration ceremony revealed Tehran’s diplomatic power.

Iran, Renault Sign Biggest-Ever Car Deal

Iran has inked a historic car deal with the French auto manufacturer Renault in Tehran. Based on the new contract, the French side will produce more than 150,000 cars a year in the country.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on August 7

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, August 7, and picked headlines from 15 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Missile Program Not Violating UNSC Resolutions

Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has once again highlighted the defensive nature of Iran's missile program, saying it does not breach any of the UN Security Council resolutions.

DR Congo Calls for Greater Cooperation with Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Democratic Republic of Congo’s Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Léonard She Okitundu, have discussed issues of mutual interest in Tehran.

Iran, Mongolia Eager to Forge Closer Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and a senior foreign policy advisor to Mongolian president have held talks in Tehran.

Iran Reiterates Support for Palestinian Resistance

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Monday reaffirmed the Islamic Republic’s continued support for the Palestinian cause and resistance.

4 Killed, 8 Wounded after Iranian Draftee Opens Fire on Comrades

An Iranian conscript has opened fire on fellow soldiers in a military base south of Tehran, killing four and wounding eight people.

Iran President Warns of Spread of Terror in Caucasus

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says extremist groups are widening their presence in the Caucasia after being flushed out of Iraq and Syria.

Iran Ready to Boost Cooperation with Angola: FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and Angolan Minister of External Relations Georges Rebelo Chicoti have discussed issues of mutual interest in a meeting in Tehran.

Iran Attaches Great Importance to Ties with Africa: FM

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the Islamic Republic is prepared to expand its cooperation with all African countries, Senegal in particular.

Iran, Vietnam Call for Closer Int’l Cooperation

In a Sunday meeting in Tehran, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Asia and Pacific Affairs Ebrahim Rahimpour and the Vietnamese president’s special envoy discussed issues of mutual interest.

IRGC Busts Terror Group in Northwestern Iran

Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) forces have smashed a group of terrorists in a northwestern Iranian province, according to a senior commander.

Iran FM Holds Talks with Moldova President

Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held a meeting with President of Moldova Igor Dodon in the Iranian capital.