Iran News

Iran Front Page offers a handpicked set of the latest news and views from Iran and the Middle East

When diplomacy serves the cause of development (PART ONE)

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said Iran can reach development by standing on its own two feet, but that does not mean it should sever ties with the rest of the world.

Iran will continue to support those who support Palestine the world over

The head of the Intifada and Holy Quds Central Office in Iran has said that Tehran will carry on supporting the oppressed and defying the oppressors and occupiers.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 20

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranians celebrate victory of volleyball team against US

Iranians fill the streets to celebrate the victory of the national volleyball team against the US.

Old Telegraph House in Chabahar

The Telegraph House is the oldest modern building in Chabahar which was built by the British in 1864 to promote sailing and trade.

“Imposing pressure on negotiators unwise; people need peace of mind”

President Rouhani’s Chief of staff has said that the Iranian nation needs peace of mind and a thriving economy in which business will yield benefits.

First Silk Road rail cargo enters Iran

The first cargo, including 45 freight wagons, carried on the Silk Road railway has crossed the Incha-Burun border with Turkmenistan into Iran.

Iran Navy repels pirate attacks on vessel in Gulf of Aden

The Iranian Navy has repelled pirate attacks on a trading vessel in the Gulf of Aden.

A bird’s eye view of Tehran: US volleyball team visits Milad Tower

Team USA has had a bird’s eye view of Tehran atop the capital’s Milad Tower, describing Tehran as attractive for foreign visitors.

Iran condemns terrorist attacks in Yemeni capital

The foreign ministry spokeswoman has condemned recent bomb attacks in Sana’a, saying the oppressed people in Yemen are targeted by internal terrorism and a foreign military aggression.

Yemen factions agree on ceasefire during Ramadan: UN

The United Nations says Yemeni political factions have agreed to a humanitarian ceasefire during the holy fasting month of Ramadan.

Iran criticizes Bahraini opposition leader jail sentence

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned a recent court ruling against Bahraini opposition leader, saying resorting to security approaches would never help settle the ongoing problems in the Persian Gulf country.

Point of no return: Nuclear deal has become more achievable

Ali Bigdeli, an expert in international affairs, says that nuclear talks have reached the point of no return and that the parties to the talks have to clinch a final deal.

Ireland keen for final Iran nuclear deal: Parliament Speaker

Speaker Ali Larijani says that the Irish authorities are keen to see the successful conclusion of the nuclear negotiations between Iran and P5+1.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 18

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Leader message set up anti-extremism discourse: Zarif

Iran's foreign minister has said that the Supreme Leader's message to European and North American Youth is a serious endeavor to initiate an enlightened cultural and ideological discourse.

Iran’s Rouhani pledges continued support for Iraq in fighting terror

President Rouhani has said that the people and government of Iran have been and will continue to be beside the government and nation of Iraq, adding Iraq's security is intertwined with that of Iran.

West targeting Iraq unity: Leader

The Supreme Leader has said that Iran will continue to support the Iraqi government and people and back unity among Iraqi revolutionary groups and fighters.

Newspaper chief: Media feel no pressure from government

The head of the Ettela’at newspaper says that media enjoy freedom under the Rouhani administration, and can produce any material – for or against – on different questions.

Taliban warns ISIL against meddling in Afghanistan

A letter signed by the Taliban deputy leader warns Al-Baghdadi “against waging a parallel insurgency in Afghanistan".

Ebtekar: Iran, world powers can strike final deal by deadline

The environment chief says Iran expects a fair and balanced agreement which could guarantee its nuclear rights.

Rijab tourist attraction (PHOTOS)

Images of Rijab, one of at least top 50 tourist attractions in the western Iranian provinces of Kermanshah.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 17

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 12 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Funeral procession for 275 war martyrs in Tehran (PHOTOS)

Images of a funeral procession for 275 war martyrs, including 175 divers, in Tehran.

Iranians attend massive funeral for 270 soldiers martyred in Iran-Iraq war

Thousands of people have held a massive funeral procession in the Iranian capital, Tehran, to pay homage to 270 martyrs, whose bodies were recently recovered some 30 years after the end of the Iran-Iraq war.