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Bus crashes into ravine, leaving 23 dead (PHOTOS)

Images of rescue efforts following a deadly bus accident in northern Iran.

Iran urges regional cooperation against terrorism

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad-Javad Zarif has called for cooperation among regional states to fight terrorism and extremism.

Iranians will smash sanctions, foil plots: President Rouhani

The Iranian nation is helping the people of Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen and other regional nations in their fight against terrorism, violence and extremism, the president said.

Iran’s return to oil market gradual: Zanganeh

Zanganeh said oil market stability through balanced supply and demand will remain a priority for OPEC under all circumstances.

Alligator makes it to industrial no-go zone (PHOTOS)

Images of an alligator in a gas facility in southern Iran.

Iran’s VP Raps State Sponsorship of Terrorism in Region

Aminzadeh said that violent terrorist groups in the region cannot survive without receiving aid from certain countries.

Saudi blockade of Yemen taking unacceptable toll on civilians: Iran official

“It is unacceptable that wounded Yemenis are denied access to medical aid because of the continuation of the cruel naval and aerial blockade, the deputy foreign minister said.

Syria front line of defense against Israel: Iranian official

Undermining Syria will definitely lead to crises and uncontrollable situations in all neighboring and regional countries, Shamkhani said.

Bisotun historical complex in Kermanshah

Images of Bisotun historical site in the western Iranian province of Kermanshah.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Tuesday and picked headlines from 11 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy. Our next look at Iranian newspaper front pages will appear on the website on June 6.

Will women be allowed to attend major sporting events?

Iran’s vice-president for women affairs has talked in an interview about what government has done for women when it comes to presence in sporting arenas, broader representation in parliament and domestic violence.

Foreigners can never impose will on Syria: President Rouhani

President Rouhani says that terrorists can never succeed in their plots against Syria.

Intelligence forces foil plot to set up terrorist groups in Iran

A person named ‘Abu Hafs’ entered Iran some time ago to create terrorist groups inside the country, the intelligence minister said.

Death penalty sought for Saudi officers molesting Iran teens: Official

The two police officers "have been charged with malversation, breach of duty and committing a heinous criminal act,” Deputy Foreign Minister Hassan Ghashghavi said.

Iran foreign minister calls for collective efforts for regional security

If regional countries do not cooperate to establish security in the region, they will have to live in a volatile region, Zarif said.

US, allies fan crisis in region for Israeli safety: Iran top official

The ongoing crisis in Yemen, Syria, and Iraq shows “a pervasive plot by the US, the Zionists and reactionaries in the region,” Velayati said.

IS doesn’t dare get close to Iranian borders: Top General

Firouzabadi reiterated that Tehran is fully determined to smash IS terrorists if they advance to around 40 kilometers of Iranian borders.

Muslims die at sea; Nobel laureate keeps mum

The Rohingya Muslims have often been driven from their homes, because officials in Yangon do not recognize their civic rights and claim that they are Bengalis who should return to Bangladesh.

Adversaries are still at odds; A missile for a missile

The US has found North Korea’s missile capability as an impediment to its deployment of a THAAD missile defense system on the Korean Peninsula, reads the analytical report.

We will impeach the interior minister

Ali Motahari has condemned attempts by certain government officials to curtail freedom of speech, warning that he and his fellow MPs would impeach the interior minister if the current trend persisted.

Kish Indigenous Anthropology House (PHOTOS)

Images of Kish Indigenous Anthropology House on the southern Iranian island of Kish.

Erdogan, newspaper editor trade barbs over Syria trucks video

Turkish daily Cumhuriyet has responded to President Erdogan’s threat over video showing Turkish intelligence purportedly shipping arms to Syria.

Shahar Yeri historical site

Images of a historical site in Ardebil Province believed to be 6,000 years old.

Iran raps Canada for stopping verification of Iranian medical credentials

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Marzieh Afkham expressed regret over the decision adopted by Canada’s Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on June 1

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers Monday and picked headlines from 11 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.