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Special Units of Iran’s Police Hold Exercises in Tehran

The Special Units of the Islamic Republic’s Law Enforcement displayed their skills in various fields including hostage release, chasing, acrobatic moves, and shooting in...

Qurans Put in Garbage by Saudi Embassy in Morocco Cause Fury

Photos circulated on Moroccan social media show the Saudi embassy in Rabat has insulted the holy book of Islam, the Holy Quran.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 4

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 24 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Europe Not Sole Option for Trade: Iranian Minister

European economies are not the only option Iran can take up when it comes to trade interaction, Iranian Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance Ali Tayyebnia stressed.

Leader Urges Iran’s Police to Keep Pace with New Technologies

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei called on the Iranian Law Enforcement Force to constantly boost capabilities and match them to rapid advances in science and technology.

Thousands of Polish Women Stage ‘Black Monday’ Strikes to Protest Abortion Law

Thousands of Polish women dressed in black boycotted work and took to the streets in protest against a plan to ban abortions. Without half their...

Tehran’s Nature Bridge Receives Aga Khan Architecture Award

Iran's largest pedestrian bridge is among the six winners of this year's $1 million Aga Khan Award for Architecture.

US Fears Iran Revolution’s Impact on World: Assad

Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad says the United States is afraid of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution inspiring peoples across the world.

Many Delights and Surprises Await Western Travellers to Iran: New Zealand Academic

A professor of astronomy from New Zealand has had a two-week trip to Iran and shared his delightful experiences in the country.

Envoy Explicates Iran’s Plans to Meet 2030 Agenda Goals

Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations highlighted the country’s strategic approach to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, explaining the projects Iran has devised to that end.

Iran’s oil exports hit pre-sanctions high

Reports say Iran has already been able to increase its oil exports to levels that existed before sanctions were imposed on the country in 2011. 

Iran Says Higher Global Oil Prices Essential

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says oil producing countries must take decisions to increase the oil price at international markets.

Iran, Germany Sign Deals to Boost Ties

Germany and Iran have signed a range of business deals in what is expected to take economic relations between the two countries to a new level.

Donkeys Slaughtered in Mosul for ‘Mocking’ ISIS Leader al-Baghdadi

The ISIS’ demented regime has plunged to new depths as it slaughters innocent animals for “mocking” leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.

IMF Staff Report Substantial Improvement in Iran Economic Conditions

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff report says that economic conditions are improving substantially in Iran following the implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Adventures of Iranian Woman Who Travelled the World Alone

Having visited over 50 countries, Iranian female world traveller believes that love, kindness and generosity are of utmost importance in travelling.

PA President’s Advisor: Even Prophet Muhammad Would Attend Shimon Peres’ Funeral!

An advisor to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas says if Prophet Muhammad was alive, he would do the same and attend the former Israeli PM’s funeral.

IRGC Commander Says Iran’s Sacred Defense Model for Resistance Forces

The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said the “sacred defense” of Iran during the Iraqi imposed war in the 1980s has served as a model for resistance forces fighting against Takfiri terrorists and Israel.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on October 3

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

All Terrorists Sent by ISIS Nabbed in Iran: Senior MP

Iran’s security and intelligence forces have managed to apprehend all the terrorist teams tasked by the ISIS (ISIL or Daesh) Takfiri group with carrying out bombings inside the Islamic Republic, a senior lawmaker said.

Germany to Press US to Reduce Iran Sanctions: Economy Minister

German Economy Minister Sigmar Gabriel promised on Monday to remind the United States of its commitment to reduce sanctions against Iran, as he courted business ties during a two-day trip to the Islamic Republic.

Claims on West’s Role in Regional Security Big Lie: Shamkhani

A senior Iranian official has dismissed as a “big lie” claims that the West is playing a role in keeping the Middle East region secure.

US, Regional Allies Lack will to Uproot Terrorism: Iran’s Larijani

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has lashed out at the United States and its regional allies for using terrorism as a means to achieve goals, saying they lack the determination to annihilate this dangerous phenomenon.

ISIS Leader al-Baghdadi Severely Poisoned by Unknown Individuals

ISIS’ ringleader, Ibrahim al-Samarrai, also known as Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, has reportedly been poisoned together with three other commanders of the Takfiri terrorist group.

Iran Warns US against Targeting Syria Army

A senior Iranian official and veteran diplomat has warned the United States against direct military intervention against the Syrian army, saying that would amount to “suicide” for the American forces.