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Iran News

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Iran Denounces Dissolution of Bahraini Opposition Group

Iran’s Foreign Ministry deplored a Bahraini court’s ruling on dissolution of the main opposition bloc, Al-Wefaq National Islamic Society, saying such unconstructive measures will only complicate the Arab country’s situation.

Tokyo Tehran’s Close Friend: Iranian FM

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Sunday hailed the close bond between Tehran and Tokyo, and underlined the potential for development of Iran-Japan ties in different fields.

Desert of Lut, First Iranian UNESCO-Registered Natural Site

In a session held on Sunday, July 17, in Istanbul, the World Heritage Committee inscribed Iran’s Lut Desert as the country’s first natural site to be registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Iranian Woman Wins UNESCO Photo Contest

Iranian photographer Sara Mardani won the UNESCO international photo competition, which aimed to promote reading books and spread the message of tolerance.

Iran’s National University Entrance Exam: Families Waiting for Their Children

The national university entrance exam, known in Iran as the Concours, was held on Thursday and Friday, July 14 and 15, in various Iranian...

Mountain Bike National Championships in Shiraz

Mountain Bike National Championships were held on Saturday morning in Shiraz, Fars province.    

Iran Resumes Flights to Turkey

Iran says it has resumed its flights to Turkey a day after they were suspended in the wake of a failed coup that shocked the country as well as others.

Living Up to Some Preliminary Red Lines Was Impossible: Nuclear Negotiator

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi, who was a senior member of Iran’s nuclear negotiating team, says that the team tried to observe all the red lines outlined by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in the nuclear talks, but it was not possible to meet some conditions.

IRGC Navy at Forefront of Encounter with Enemies: Commander

Lieutenant commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps praised the IRGC naval forces for forming the first layer of confrontation with enemies, stressing the need for increasing military preparedness to deal with arrogant powers.

Bahrain Court Dissolves Main Opposition Group Al-Wefaq

A court in Bahrain has dissolved the country’s main Shiite opposition group, the al-Wefaq National Islamic Society, almost a month after the regime suspended its activities.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 17

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

Coup, Terrorism Two Sides of Same Coin: Iranian Diplomat

A former Iranian deputy foreign minister slammed acts of terrorism and coups as two sides of the same coin that is targeting regional security and stability.

Persian Qanats: Iran’s Latest Inscription on World Heritage List

The World Heritage Committee of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), in its 40th session since July 10 in Turkey, inscribed...

Iranian MPs Raise Possibility of Saudis’ Role in Turkey Coup

A couple of Iranian Parliament members referred to the history of Saudi Arabia’s interference in the domestic affairs of Middle Eastern countries, and did not rule out the possibility of Riyadh’s role in the recent failed coup in Turkey.

Iran’s FM Briefs MPs on JCPOA Achievements and Regional Developments

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif briefed Parliament members on the achievements of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) as well as the ongoing developments in the world, particularly the recent coup in Turkey and the terrorist attack in France, a lawmaker said.

Which One Was Better for Iran: Turkish Coup’s Success or Failure?

In a Saturday article, Khabar Online has discussed the recent coup attempt in Turkey, its perpetrators, its authenticity, and the advantages and disadvantages it could have for the Middle East, particularly Iran.

Iran Strongly Opposed to Coup Against Erdogan Government: Leader Aide

A senior advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has reiterated Iran’s vehement opposition to any use of force to topple democratically-elected governments, particularly the recent abortive coup attempt in Turkey.

Iran’s Larijani Hails Victory of Democracy in Turkey

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani has hailed the victory of democracy and national will over "a desperate bid" in Turkey to topple the country’s government through an military coup.

Top Iranian Official Highlights Security along Borders after Turkey Coup

Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Ali Shamkhani gave an assurance that the country’s common border with Turkey remains secure after an abortive military coup caused turmoil in the neighbouring country.

Iran Halts Holidays to Turkey after Failed Coup

Iran halted package tours to neighbouring Turkey, the country’s top tourist destination, on Saturday, July 16, in the face of persistent uncertainty after an abortive coup attempt.

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Holds Session on Turkey Coup

Members of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) convened on Saturday, July 16, to discuss the recent military coup attempt in Turkey.

Iran Backs Democratically Elected Gov’t in Turkey: Spokesman

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman voiced Tehran’s support for the democratically-elected government of Turkey after an abortive military coup created chaos in the neighbouring country.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on July 16

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

Iranian and Turkish FMs Hold 3rd Phone Conversation after Turkey’s Failed Coup

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Turkish counterpart Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu spoke by phone for the third time on Saturday to discuss the latest developments in the wake of a midnight, abortive military coup in Turkey.

Iran’s Empty Flights to Fetch Nationals from Turkey

Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) has permitted the country’s airlines to dispatch empty flights to Turkey for bringing back Iranian travellers stranded there after an attempted military coup caused turmoil in the neighbouring country, an official announced.