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MP suggests Iran, Powers change negotiation venue

Emad Askarieh -
An Iranian Parliamentarian has suggested that Iran and Powers change the nuclear negotiations venue for the upcoming talks.
Economy

Envoy: Iran-Turkey trade ceiling set at $16bn

Emad Askarieh -
Iranˈs Ambassador to Ankara Ali-Reza Bigdeli said on Monday that the Iran-Turkey trade ceiling is set at about $16 billion for the current Iranian calendar year of 1393 (starting on March 21).
Human Rights

MP: Islamic, western human rights differ basically

Emad Askarieh -
Islamic human rights system differs with the western version of it basically, said a prominent Iranian lawmaker here on Monday.
Foreign Policy

Zarif: Iran, Russia constantly consulting on various issues

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian foreign minister said here Monday night Iran and Russian are constantly consulting on various bilateral, regional and international issues and his ongoing visit of Moscow to attend a Caspian Sea conference is a step in that line.
Foreign Policy

Rafsanjani: New criterion for cooperation among Muslim World should be defined

Emad Askarieh -
Chairman of the Expediency Council Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani said on Monday that all should do their best to adopt a new yardstick to promote cooperation among the Muslim World as disputes will result in insecurity in the region and spoil facilities of Islamic states.
Government

Gov’t Spokesman: Foreigners Eager to Expand Investment in Iran

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Iranian Government Spokesman Mohammad Baqer Nobakht underlined that President Rouhani administration's good interaction with the world states and the country' eye-catching economic opportunities have persuaded international firms and investors to take serious action to boost their partnership in Iran's lucrative market.
Cultural Heritage

National Day of Saadi Commemorated throughout Iran

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National Day of Saadi Commemorated in Iran. Saadi is known as a poetry both in and outside of Iran for his enticing choice of word, ethical and social teachings.
Economy

Iran Exports over $314mln Worth of Hand-Woven Carpets in One Year

Emad Askarieh -
Iran exported $314.8mln worth of hand-woven carpets in the last Iranian year (March 20, 2013-March 20, 2014).
Religion

Supreme Leader Raps West’s Materialistic View of Women

Emad Askarieh -
Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei lambasted the western countries for their materialistic view and instrumental use of women, describing the West's wrong view about woman as the root cause of various problems in the contemporary world.
Cultural Heritage

Iran marks Mother’s Day

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Iranians celebrate Lady Fatima Zahra’s birth anniversary, designated by the Islamic Republic as Mother's Day in the country.
Security

Commander: Iranian Navy’s Best Destroyers Navigating in Caspian Sea

Emad Askarieh -
The Iranian Navy has sent its best destroyers to the Caspian Sea to protect the country's territorial waters and interests, a senior commander said, but meantime stressed that Tehran seeks peace and tranquility in the waterway.
Science and Technology

Iran Builds Laboratory Space Suit for Sub-Orbital Missions

Emad Askarieh -
A group of Iranian researchers have designed and built a laboratory space suit for sub-orbital missions, media reports said.
Science and Technology

Iran Stands 3rd in Int’l Football, Soccer Robocup in Germany

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian university students shined in the 44th RoboCup German Open Competitions, and won the bronze medal in tridimensional football simulation leagues and humanoid soccer robot sections.
Healthcare

Iranian Researchers Produce New Anti-Cancer Drug from Turmeric

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian researchers from Tarbiat Modarres University produced a new drug capable of detecting and removing cancer cells using turmeric.
Foreign Policy

5th Iranian Border Guard May Be Alive in Pakistan

Emad Askarieh -
The 5th Iranian border guard who was abducted by Jeish al-Adl terrorist group along with four of his comrades in February and was not released when the other four were set free earlier this month might be alive and kept hostage in Pakistan, a senior member of the Iranian parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission said.
Society

2014 Greco-Roman Wrestling World Cup

Emad Askarieh -
The 32nd edition of Greco-Roman Wrestling World Cup was held in Tehran during spring 2014.
Foreign Policy

Iran stresses relations with Belarus

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani has underscored the need for the further enhancement of “friendly” relations between Iran and Belarus in all areas, particularly in the parliamentary sphere.
Energy

India oil imports from Iran rise 43% in Q1 2014

Emad Askarieh -
India has significantly increased its oil purchases from Iran following the implementation of an interim nuclear deal between Iran and six world powers, a report says.
Foreign Policy

Iran stresses ties with African states

Emad Askarieh -
The Islamic Republic of Iran has underlined the significance of relations between Tehran and African countries.
Foreign Policy

Russia ‘bewildered’ over US visa denial to Iran UN envoy pick

Emad Askarieh -
Russia has criticized Washington for its refusal to issue a visa to Iran’s appointee for the position of ambassador to the United Nations, saying the move is in violation of the US commitments as a host of the UN headquarters.
Energy

South Korea doubles Iran oil imports

Emad Askarieh -
South Korea doubled its import of Iranian oil during the month of February.
Sport

Iran becomes champion of German Int’l Taekwondo Tournament

Emad Askarieh -
Iran’s Taekwondo Team was crowned as the champion of German International Taekwondo Tournament, winning six gold, one silver and bronze medals.
Foreign Policy

Iranian FM Due in UAE Today to Pursue Expansion of Economic Ties

Emad Askarieh -
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif will leave Tehran for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) later today to take part in the two countries' joint economic cooperation commission meeting.
Security

Air Force Fighters Preparing for Army Day Parades

Emad Askarieh -
Several squadrons of Iranian Air Force fighter jets exercised different aerial tactics over Tehran on Monday morning in preparations for the National Army Day parades due to be held on April 18.
Energy

Iran plans launching four new nuclear power plants

Emad Askarieh -
Iran will need 30,000 of its new generation centrifuges and more power plants to meet domestic fuel demands, its nuclear chief has said.
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