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Iran hints at ‘unexpected’ jump in oil prices

A senior Iranian official says oil prices are likely to jump to unexpected levels in the next Persian calendar year which starts on March 21.

7 things to consider before sending troops to Syria

Saudi Arabia has offered to deploy ground forces in support of the US-led coalition’s fight against the Islamic State (IS) in Syria — apparently with American support. Such a move will undoubtedly make the conflict even more nightmarish.

Nuclear deal outstanding victory for Iran: Culture Minister

Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Ali Jannati said the Islamic Republic of Iran's victory against world powers in the nuclear talks is the most outstanding and glorious historical and political achievement for the country.

Zarif urges parties’ seriousness in Syrian talks

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stressed the need for the West and the regional states to understand the threat of the extremist group of Daesh and the realities on the ground in the region.

Millions of Iranians rally to mark anniversary of Islamic Revolution

Millions of Iranians are taking to the streets in various cities and towns across the country to commemorate the 37th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution.

US Republicans Had Urged Iran to Delay Prisoner Swap, Shamkhani Says

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani said a recent prisoner exchange between Iran and the US went ahead as planned despite calls by Republicans for a delay until US presidential elections.

Daesh buys land in Afghanistan to set up camp

Head of Afghan Ghor Provincial Council says Daesh has purchased a plot of land in Tolack County, in this province near Herat to set up a camp.

Anniversary of Islamic Revolution was marked in Iranian embassy in Damascus

A ceremony was held in Iranian Embassy in Syrian capital Damascus marking 37th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.

Canada not cooperative on returning embezzler ‘Khavari’

Spokesman for the Judiciary announced that Canada has not had any kind of cooperation with Iran to return big embezzler Mohammad Reza Khavari to the country.

Iran’s Rouhani calls for further and closer global ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for further friendly ties with neighboring countries and all the nations across the globe.

IRGC Commander Warns against Enemies’ Soft War

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari stressed on Wednesday that the enemies of Iran are now trying to infiltrate into the country through soft war, urging all Iranians to counter the threat.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb 10

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

Road to Iran’s Market Full of Potholes for France’s Peugeot

The French auto manufacturing company PSA Peugeot Citroen started its negotiations with the Iranian side a few months before Iran and the Group 5+1...

High Turnout in Elections to Disappoint Enemies: Iran’s Judiciary Chief

Iranian Judiciary Chief Ayatollah Sadeq Amoli Larijani on Tuesday called for massive participation of Iranians in the upcoming parliamentary and Assembly of Experts polls due to be held later this month, saying a high turnout would guarantee the Islamic Establishment.

IRGC says countering ‘common enemy’ of Muslims in Syria, Iraq

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it is engaged in combating Takfiri Daesh terrorists as part of its mission to fight common enemies of Muslims.

Iran needs $200bn oil investments

Iran said on Tuesday that it needs as much as $200 billion in investments to revamp its oil industry.

Iran ready to discuss oil with Saudis

Iran’s Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh said on Tuesday that Iran is ready to negotiate with Saudi Arabia over the current conditions in international oil markets.

Iran eyeing joint food exports with Italy

Iran said on Tuesday that it sees a huge potential in cooperating with Italy over exports of food products to not only the markets of the region but also to Russia.

Islamic Revolution’s Ideology Diametrically Opposed to Takfirism: Iran’s Shamkhani

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani denounced Takfirism (extremism) as part of the West’s policy to spread Islamophobia and said the ideology of the Islamic Revolution is the opposite of Takfiri thoughts.

Iran Air Force equipped with Nasr cruise missiles

Iran’s Defense Ministry has delivered the first batch of a newly developed air-launched cruise missile, dubbed Nasr (Victory), to the country’s Air Force.

Syrian Forces Advance in Terrorist-Held Areas in Daraa, Latakia

Syrian army troops backed by popular forces continued their advances against foreign-backed terrorists in various areas of the country, including the northern province of Latakia and southwestern province of Daraa.

Saudi troops in Syria very dangerous: Iran official

Iran's top security official has warned that a potential troop deployment by regional countries to Syria would be a “very dangerous” decision.

Simorgh, Emad to be exhibited in Bahman 22 rallies

Iran Ministry of Defense announced that Simorgh Launcher and precision-guided long-range Emad missile will be exhibited by Aerospace Industries Organization's experts (AIO) during Bahman 22 rallies.

Iran enjoys safest airspace in Western Asia: Air Force officer

Commander of Khatam-ol-Anbia Air Defense Base said Tuesday that no country today can penetrate into Iran's airspace.

Swiss Firm TOLGA Eager to Invest in Iran’s Solar Industry

A leading Swiss photovoltaic (PV) company expressed willingness for presence and investment in Iran’s market following the termination of anti-Tehran sanctions.