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Shell, Eni say look to return to Iran

Shell is interested in returning to Iran in the fullness of time but did not expect any quick, easy deals.

Nuclear deal does not require parliament approval

The Vienna accord signed between Iran and P5+1 is not regarded as an international agreement, convention or treaty. Therefore, it has been named the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, said Salehi.

Leader’s aide: Israel never dares to attack Iran

Supreme Leader's top adviser, Ali Akbar Velayati, has said that Iran will never allow any outsider to inspect its military sites.

Iran halts Tehran-Ankara train services for security reasons

Iran cancelled all trains heading for Turkey on Thursday and said it will not dispatch any train there until Turkish authorities make official comments on a bomb attack on Tehran-Ankara train.

Iranian cleric raps US war rhetoric as “worn-out”

A senior Iranian cleric has said that the enemies should know that the Islamic Republic of Iran – if attacked – would chase the enemies deep into their territory.

Taliban have no place in Iran security strategy: Envoy

Iran does not accept comments that “Enemy of your enemy is your friend”, and has many times said that it is not going to support extremism under any condition, said Bahrami.

The 11th government is landscaping Iran’s front yard, not the US backyard

Sadegh Zibakalam, a political analyst, has said that the Rouhani administration seeks to make friends with its neighbors, instead of strengthening its foothold in the US backyard.

A man who’s put in a lifetime to clean up the environment

An Iranian retiree, who has spent 23 years on protecting the environment, asks people to do something in exchange for the calm they get from the environment.

Fahraj Mosque in central Iran (PHOTOS)

Photos of a 14-century-old mosque in Yazd Province.

It takes a lot of guts to earn your keep up there in the sky

Tina, a young Iranian girl, has tapped into her past rock climbing experience to make a living by cleaning the windows of high-rise buildings in Tehran.

Text of the Vienna accord should be taken back to talks with P5+1

Hamid Rasaei, a principlist MP, has said that there are some problems with the Farsi version of the JCPOA text and that the document’s final translation should be re-discussed in talks with P5+1 after it goes through the legal channels.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on July 30

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Thursday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on July 30

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on July 30.

Iranian oil minister, France’s Fabius confer on cooperation on energy

Iran's oil chief has said that his ministry is planning to open a new chapter in cooperation with the French energy giant, Total, for the development of Iranian oil fields.

Turkey attacks on anti-ISIL Kurds strategic mistake: Iran commander

A senior Iranian military official has said that Turkey should be worried about its own nation in the face of ISIL’s “satanic conduct” and the supporters of the terror group, including Israel and the US.

Environmental issues discussed between Iran, France

Iran’s environment chief and the visiting French foreign minister discussed environmental questions and climate change.

Iran’s Irreversible commitments will deliver a blow to national interests

Ahmad Tavakoli, a Tehran MP, has said that giving in to restrictions on the defense front will make the country vulnerable to yet another war.

Fabius in Tehran (PHOTOS)

French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius has arrived in Tehran to hold talks with the country’s high-ranking officials.

Nuclear conclusion should mark better Iran-EU ties: Rouhani

The nuclear agreement benefits Iran, P5+1 and all regional players, President Rouhani said, adding that it is a significant step in turning threats into opportunities.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on July 29

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Wednesday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Highlights of Ettela’at newspaper on July 29

A special look at the headlines Ettela’at newspaper covered on July 29.

Mogherini in Tehran (PHOTOS)

Mogherini who was accompanied by her deputy Helga Schmidt arrived in Tehran on Tuesday to hold talks with senior Iranian officials.

Chal-Nakhjir Cave in Photos

Natural ventilation of the cave keeps it cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

French FM Fabius in Iran for talks with senior officials

Fabius’ visit to Iran is a first by a French foreign minister to the Islamic Republic in 12 years.

Iran condemns Israel attacks on al-Aqsa Mosque

Afkham has called on all countries as well as international organizations to support the Palestinian nation and take action against the desecration of al-Aqsa Mosque.