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Shamkhani: Iranian regional power unchallengeable

Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said on Tuesday that the regional power of Islamic Republic of Iran is unchallengeable and that Iran has special status in global equations.

Sunni cleric urges massive turnout in upcoming elections

A Sunni cleric urged people from all walks of life to exercise massive turnout in the upcoming elections slated for February 26.

Iran deal win-win for all parties: Veteran Cypriot diplomat

Pres TV has interviewed Andrestinos Papadopoulos, a former Cypriot ambassador to Yugoslavia, Algeria and former Czech Slovakia, during his visit to Tehran to discuss the Iran nuclear agreement and Tehran-Nicosia relations.

Tehran to Host Trilateral Oil Meeting Tomorrow: Official

A senior official at the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) said representatives of Iran, Iraq and Venezuela will convene in Tehran on Wednsday to discuss the latest situation in the global oil market.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 16

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iran newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 17 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s VP Urges Inseparable Links with World Economy

Iranian First Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri insisted that Tehran should develop such close ties with the global economy that any decision to isolate Iran would prove costly and impracticable.

Developed countries endangering world peace by mistreating others: Iran

The Iranian ambassador to the United Nations has regretted that the world’s developed countries have endangered world peace through their ill-treatment of developing nations.

‘Japanese banks eyeing foothold in Iran’

A senior Japanese official has called for more opportunities for his country’s banks to increase their cooperation with Iranian financial institutes.

Iran’s Nuclear Deal Can Be Model for Settling Crises, Zarif Says

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said security crises across the world, including in Europe, can be resolved by using the July 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and six world powers as a model.

Zarrin Rood Cave (PHOTOS)

Zarrin Rood limestone cave, one of the most beautiful caves ever discovered, is located in Zanjan province. The following images have been released by Mehr News...

America is untrustworthy, after every step forward comes a step back – Iranian ex-ambassador

Freed from decades of economic sanctions, Tehran has got doors open for new opportunities for its businesses to prosper. With economic growth comes the...

Moscow favors powerful Iran in Middle East

A Russian defense ministry official said Moscow favored to see Iran as a powerful and strong country in the Middle East.

Prof Samii awarded Serbian Medal of Merit

Distinguished German-Iranian neurosurgeon and medical scientist, Professor Majid Samii was awarded the Serbian national Medal of Merit, called the Golden Medal of Merit, by Serbian President, Tomislav Nikolić.

US Destroyed Hospital in Idlib Not Russia: Syrian Envoy

The Syrian ambassador to Russia blamed the US-led coalition for destruction of a hospital in the northwestern Syrian province of Idlib.

‘Iran, Turkey willing to boost ties’

There is political will for boosting Iran-Turkey bilateral relations, Iran's Ambassador to Turkey Ali Reza Bikdeli said on Tuesday.

Sayyari: Iran mulls presence in int’l waters

The Navy Commander Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari said Iran is seeking to have an active presence in international waters.

Iran, Russia Resolved to Boost Defense Cooperation: DM

Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan underlined that Tehran and Moscow are resolved to promote mutual cooperation in defense areas.

Furore over the Arrest of an Unveiled Mascot in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabian media requested changes to the Committee for the Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice, criticizing their rough behavior and irrational operation in arresting an unveiled female advertising mascot.

Anbaran Village rich in handicrafts

Anbaran village in Astara in the northern province of Gilan, has developed into a handicraft village, said the deputy head of Gilan Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Department.

Iran, Syria stress cultural, religious tourism cooperation

Head of Iran's Endowment and Charity Affairs and Syrian Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi underlined the need for the expansion of cultural and religious tourism cooperation.

China-Iran Freight Train Arrives in Tehran on First Journey

The first direct train connecting China and Iran, which had departed from the city of Yiwu in Zhejiang Province, has arrived in Iran’s capital....

Visit to Iran Was Very Important: Gianni Infantino

UEFA Secretary General and FIFA presidential candidate Gianni Infantino said his visit to Iran was an opportunity for him to present his ideas for the future of football and FIFA.

Iran FM urges following JCPOA example for all crises

The Iranian foreign minister says the precedent of the nuclear agreement between Tehran and the P5+1 group of countries can be employed to help resolve all crises around the globe.

Developed countries threaten global security: Khoshroo

Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Gholam Ali Khoshroo has said that the developed countries have posed serious threats against global security by ignoring UN charter and international law.

Germany’s Leipzig String Concert in Shiraz’s Vakil Historical Bath

Germany’s Leipzig String Quartet performed in the Vakil Bath cultural-historical complex in Shiraz on Sunday evening.