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Iran calls for international scientific collaboration: Minister

Scientific cooperation among countries is most effective through establishing direct contacts among scientists rather than through government-driven agreements, said the science minister.

Iran closely watches hostile moves: Air defense commander

Iran’s defense line is not confined to its geographical borders, because the bulk of threats and invasions are carried out through the air, said Brigadier General Esmaili.

Iranian speaker calls for int’l efforts to stop destruction of artifacts in Iraq, Syria

Larijani denounced the destruction of archaeological sites in Iraq and Syria, and said as long as terrorists remain in the region such destruction will continue.

Afghan president calls for expansion of ties with Iran

Kabul has always sought to bolster trade with Tehran, said the Afghan president in a meeting with the Iranian interior minister.

Iraqi Kurdistan Seeks Iran Help Against ISIS Chemical Attacks

Falah Mustafa Bakir said Iran has precious experience in anti-chemical weapons defense which is sought by the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government.

Iran held talks with P5+1 for removal of sanctions: Ayatollah Khamenei

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran held nuclear talks with the P5+1 countries for the removal of sanctions against Tehran, and that there would be no deal between the two sides if the bans remain in place.

Director of The Godfather praises Muhammad, the Messenger of God

Muhammad, the Messenger of God has been given a warm welcome at home and abroad, with the creator of The Godfather hailing the movie on the life of the Muslim prophet.

Iran’s shared oil, gas fields need $50 billion

Iran plans $50 billion of investment to boost recovery from its shared oil and gas fields, including 700,000 barrels per day of crude, Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh says.

Major defense drills underway in Iranian capital

Tens of thousands of Iran’s Basij volunteer forces are participating in massive defense maneuvers held in the capital city of Tehran to boost the country's security and counter enemy threats.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on September 3

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

Supreme Leader’s letter welcomed at Moscow Book Fair

The Russian translation of Ayatollah Khamenei's message to the Western youth, which has been distributed at the Moscow International Book Fair, has been welcomed by young visitors.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on September 3

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on September 3.

Iran nuclear deal cannot fix all economic problems

Sadegh Zibakalam, an Iranian political analyst, has said that unaccountability is a problem bigger than sanctions for Iran, adding that the country should learn lessons from other nations on fixing the economy.

‘Iran seeks friendly ties with all regional countries’

A senior Iranian diplomat has voiced Iran’s readiness to cooperate with regional countries to ensure Lebanon’s security, adding that undermining Lebanon's security just benefits the Israeli regime.

Iran determined to reclaim its share in global oil market: Zanganeh

Iran's oil minister says the Islamic Republic is determined to reclaim its share in global oil markets once sanctions imposed on the country’s energy sector are lifted.

Iran not to allow inspections beyond NPT: Defense chief

Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Hossein Dehqan says Tehran will not allow international inspections of any sites beyond the requirements of the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

What is the solution? Water imports or efficient management?

An Iranian news website has quoted environment experts as blaming mismanagement for water shortages in Iran.

Regulations governing tourism facilities approved

In the new directive tourism facilities are defined and regulations governing the establishment, operations, rating and supervision of these facilities are specified, Soltanifar said.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on September 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on September 2

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on September 2.

US using IS as leverage to achieve goals: Iran Commander

Iran has foiled Washington's plans in the region, said Major General Ghasem Soleimani.

Oscar-winning musician highlights attention to details in movie ‘Muhammad (PBUH)’

The movie attempts to depict true features of faith, including compassion as opposed to violence and extremism, said A.R. Rahman.

Iran’s Experts Assembly chairman rejects bilateral relations with US

The nuclear deal between Iran and P5+1 has nothing to do with Iran’s relations, nor does it mean rapprochement between Tehran and Washington, said Ayatollah Yazdi.

Iran ready to help solve Middle East woes: Zarif

Algeria is determined to boost relations with Iran after the conclusion of the Vienna nuclear agreement, said the Algerian prime minister in a meeting with Foreign Minister Zarif.

Book-reading campaign launched in Mashhad (PHOTOS)

He lends his books to others in a bid to encourage the youth to read more books.