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Iranian Cleric Blasts Al Khalifa’s Cruel Action against Sheikh Qassim

Tehran’s Friday prayers leader took a swipe at the Manama regime for stripping Shiite cleric Sheikh Isa Qassim of his Bahraini citizenship, describing the move as a sign of Al Khalifa’s frustration and helplessness.

Leader Calls for Government’s Serious Action against Payment of Astronomical Salaries

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei referred to the extremely large incomes paid to certain government employees, and described it as an attack on values, which should be seriously pursued by the government.

French National Assembly President to Visit Iran Next Week: Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif announced on Wednesday, June 23, that French National Assembly President Claude Bartolone is scheduled to visit Iran in coming days in a bid to broaden relations between the two nations.

Ayatollah Sistani Hails Bahrani Cleric’s Peaceful Efforts

Iraq's top cleric Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani praised efforts by Bahrain's prominent Shiite scholar Sheikh Isa Qassim in defending people’s rights through peaceful means.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 23

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Any Attack on Sheikh Qassim’s House Will Lead to Bloodbath: Representative

The representative of prominent Bahraini cleric Sheikh Isa Ahmed Qassim, whose nationality has been recently revoked by the Al Khalifa regime, said the popular uprising in the Arab country will remain peaceful in nature unless Manama resorts to assassinations and intrusion.

More Advanced Version of ISIS Will Emerge in Future: Iraqi Commander

As Iraqi and Syrian forces are fighting to repel ISIS terrorists from major cities like Fallujah in Iraq and Raqqa in Syria, a senior Iraqi military commander predicts that the group will once again appear in a stronger version in future.

Turkey Claiming Possession of Rumi with Hollywood’s Help

In an interview with Sobh-e Now, the Iranian director Shahram Asadi talks about Turkey’s plans to claim possession of famous Persian poet, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi, including their ongoing plan to produce a film about his life with Hollywood’s help.

Why Does Dad Want the Cooler Off?

Aging reduces men's under-skin fat, thinning their skin and making them more sensitive to chilly air, according to an expert in the field.

Ministry of Health Apprehensive About Fresh Wave of Immigration

In an interview with ISNA, as translated by IFP, Mohammad Mahdi Gouya, the director of the Centre for Communicable Disease Control of the Ministry of Health, voiced concern over the new wave of immigrants to the country.

Minister Details Iran’s Anti-Terror Raids: VIDEO

Iranian Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alawi disclosed more details of recent operations that foiled a series of terrorist attacks across the country and led to the arrest of a number of Takfiri-Wahhabi terrorists.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 22

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 25 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran Khodro, Peugeot-Citroen open joint firm

The largest automaker in the Middle East, Iran Khodro, and its old partner, France's Peugeot-Citroen (PSA), have announced the launch of a joint auto company in the Iranian capital Tehran.

Zarif’s Busy Paris Diplomatic Schedule

Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif is scheduled for a very intensive Wednesday, June 22, in Paris, with back-to-back meetings with French officials on the first leg of his two-nation European tour.

Iran’s UN Envoy Warns of ISIS Affiliates Emerging in Afghanistan

Iran’s Ambassador and Charge d’Affaires to the United Nations, Gholamhossein Dehghani warned against the appearance of different terrorist groups derived from or affiliated to Daesh [ISIS] in Afghanistan. In his June 21 remarks, he noted that turning a blind eye towards the issue would lead to further deterioration of the situation there.

Afghan Refugee Crisis: UN to Host 4-Way Meeting

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Filippo Grandi said the body is to host a quadrilateral meeting on challenges related to Afghan refugees.

China’s Oil Imports from Iran up 19.5%

Recent official figures show that China’s imports of crude oil from Iran jumped by 19.5 percent in May compared to the same period last year.

Revocation of Cleric’s Citizenship to Spark “Crushing Uprising” in Bahrain: IRGC

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) strongly condemned the Manama regime’s decision to strip Shiite cleric Sheikh Isa Qassim of his Bahraini citizenship, saying the move will trigger a crushing uprising against the ruling regime and accelerate its downfall.

Muslims Must Unite, Fight Terror on Their Own: FM Zarif

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says Muslims should unite and show to the West that they can fight terrorism and extremism on their own.

Iran, Italy ink MoU on university coop.

Ferdowsi University of Mashhad and the Italian University of Genoa signed a memorandum of understanding on joint scientific cooperation.

Iranian Analysts Warn Obama: Protect JCPOA or Risk Mistrust

In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, Iranian political analysts Seyyed Hossein Mousavian and Reza Nasiri warned US President Barack Obama that if the nuclear deal between Iran and world powers fails, the existing mistrust of the US would deepen among Iranian people.

Japan’s Ambassador: High-Ranking Trade Missions to Visit Iran

The Japanese ambassador to Iran said that various MoUs between Tehran and Tokyo have been signed, and Japan is getting prepared to dispatch high-ranking business delegations to Iran.

Qeshm Locals Offer Homestays to Ecotourists

As one of the most important islands on the Persian Gulf, Qeshm is a place where you can enjoy several natural and historical attractions as well as traditional customs.

German Official: Iran’s Debt Clearance Opens Path for Future Activity

By paying off the export debt to Germany, Iran will open new paths to renewed trade ties between the two countries, said the German Economy Minister on Monday June 20, Bloomberg reported.

Foreigners Want to Invest in Iran: Rafsanjani

Expediency Council Chairman Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani underlined the positive effects that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) has had on attracting foreign investment to the country.