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7,500-Year-Old Skeleton Unveiled in Iran’s Shazand

The 7,500-year-old skeleton of an adult man recently discovered in Shazand in central Iran was unveiled on Wednesday, September 28, on the third day of Tourism Week in Chahar-Fasl Museum of Arak, Markazi province.

Iran, Turkey Agree on Humanitarian Pause in Syria Fighting

Iran and Turkey have agreed on cooperation towards a pause in fighting in Syria and delivering humanitarian aid to the people of the war-torn country.

Iranian Spokesman: France among Countries Complicating Syria Crisis

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman dismissed as “unrealistic” recent remarks by French Foreign Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault about Tehran’s role in the ongoing war in Syria, saying everyone knows that France is among the countries that have complicated the Syrian crisis.

FAO Enters into Partnership with UNHCR to Help Afghan Refugees in Iran

The FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) office in Iran has entered into partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in an attempt to improve livelihood of Afghan refugees in the Islamic Republic.

Russian Campaign Saved Syria from ‘Becoming Part of New Ottoman Empire’

Russia's aerial campaign in Syria has reinforced Moscow's positions among other countries and contributed to the multi-polarity in the world, Syria's Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) co-chairman Saleh Muslim said.

Asian Rock Climbing Competitions in Tehran

Asian rock climbing competitions kicked off on Wednesday in Tehran with participants from Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia and Singapore in attendance.    

Iran Raps Iraq Terrorist Attacks

Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday condemned a string of terrorist bombings in neighboring Iraq that killed around 100 civilians over the past days.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on September 28

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 23 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Armed Forces Must Stand Ready against Enemy Threats: Leader

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the country’s Armed Forces should always stand ready in the face of enemy threats against the nation.

Iran’s Zarif Makes Unannounced Visit to Ankara

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has paid an unannounced official visit to Ankara for talks with senior Turkish officials on issues of bilateral and regional significance.

Iran Enjoyed Fruits of Rouhani’s Policies at Recent UNGA Meetings

Iranian President’s Chief of Staff Mohammad Nahavandian in a televised interview elaborated on the achievements of President Hassan Rouhani’s recent trip to New York and his attendance in the United Nations General Assembly.

Seasonal Flower Festival Underway in Tehran

A seasonal flower festival was kicked off on Tuesday, September 27, in Iran's capital city of Tehran. Being held in Goftegoo Park, the festival will be open to visitors until Friday, September 30.

Australia at the Dawn of Closer Relationship with Iran: Minister

Australian Trade Minister believes that the country will be well-positioned in the Iranian market thanks to its historically strong ties with Tehran, even amid the tensions.

Iran Rejects ‘Baseless’ Allegations by Bahrain, UAE

Iran has dismissed as “baseless and absurd” the Emirati foreign minister’s allegations that Tehran is fueling regional insecurity, saying such remarks come despite Abu Dhabi’s deadly bombing campaign against Yemeni civilians.

Iran, Switzerland Sign Agreement on Nuclear Safety

Iran and Switzerland have signed an agreement in the Austrian capital, Vienna, foreseeing bilateral cooperation in the area of nuclear safety.

‘US Failed to Do Its Side of Iran Deal’

Iran top banker says the United States has failed to do its share of lifting economic sanctions against Iran as per a deal that was signed over the country’s nuclear energy activities last summer.

Iraq to Media between Tehran and Riyadh to Support Oil Prices

Iraq is reportedly mediating between Iran and Saudi Arabia to bring about an agreement that would lift crude prices, at a meeting of crude-producing nations in Algiers, Iraqi Oil Minister Jabar Ali al-Luaibi said.

Israel’s Shimon Peres Dies at 93

Shimon Peres, one of the founders of Israel who presided over the bombing of refugees at a UN compound in Lebanon, died at a hospital in Tel Aviv on Wednesday morning two weeks after suffering a stroke. He was 93.

US Should Publicly Apologize for Killing Syrian Troops: Assad’s Advisor

Bouthaina Shaaban, the Political and Media Adviser to Syrian President Bashar Assad, says the Syrian army will strike wherever there is terrorism in the nation, and the government is resolved to restore sovereignty over the whole national soil and to respond to anyone who targets it in order to preserve Syria’s future and unity.

Iran’s Shamkhani Slams US ‘Open Support’ for Terrorists in Syria

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani deplored Washington’s double standards on terrorism, saying that the main reason behind the failure of international efforts to end the Syrian war is the United States’ support for terrorists.

US Making Instrumental Use of Iraq’s Ethnic Diversity: Deputy FM

A senior Iranian diplomat believes that the US is using its ties with certain Iraqi ethnicities as an instrument to advance its own interests.

Iran Now Has the Edge in Fight over Oil Prices with Saudi Arabia: Report

In an article, Bloomberg has discussed the recent developments in the oil market, particularly the rivalry between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

Beauties of Iran: An Overview on World Tourism Day

Each year, World Tourism Day is celebrated in different countries on September 27. To mark the international day, Tasnim has released photos that portray...

Iran’s Intelligence Forces Bust Terror Cell in Border Area

Iran’s intelligence and security forces managed to detain four terrorist elements in the western city of Marivan, Kurdistan province, before they could find an opportunity to carry out acts of terrorism.

Iran’s President Assures Syria of Resolute Support

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani pledged unwavering support for Syria in the fight against terrorism, saying Tehran favors Syria’s territorial integrity and unity and opposes any change in the borders across the region.