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WCO secretary-general sympathizes with victims of Iran’s earthquake

WCO secretary-general sympathizes with victims of Iran’s earthquake

“I express my sympathy for Iran which has suffered earthquake of high magnitude,” he said, while addressing the 8th meeting of the heads of the customs administrations of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) countries in Islamabad.A 7.3-magnitude earthquake shook the western province of Kermanshah and the regions bordering Iraq on …

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ICRC stands ready to support quake-hit people in Iran

ICRC stands ready to support quake-hit people in Iran

'Very sad news from the Iran and Iraq border. My thoughts are with all those affected by this growing tragedy. Volunteers from iraqircs [Iraqi Red Crescent Society] and Iranian Red Crescent are on the ground with life-saving aid and @ICRC stands ready to support,' Peter Maurer said in a Twitter …

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Putin: Joint Russia-Iran-Turkey effort on Syria, fruitful

Putin: Joint Russia-Iran-Turkey effort on Syria, fruitful

'…, the level of violence has decreased in the country [Syria],' President Putin was quoted by a Russian news channel as saying after the Monday meeting with his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the southernmost part of Russia Sochi. 'I would like to note with satisfaction that our joint …

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Iranian media mission visits Chinese newspaper

Iranian media mission visits Chinese newspaper

The Iranian delegation is headed by Mohammad-Jafar Saafi, Director General of Foreign Media Department of Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance.Guangming newspaper is published by the China Democratic League; it was founded in 1949, and it has 1,200 personnel. One million copies are printed per day.The Iranian media team's six-day …

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Is European Union collapsing?

Is European Union collapsing?

However, some research institutes say the bloc will definitely collapse, citing political and social developments in the Green Continent.According to “Strategischen Vorausschau 2040,” published by Germany’s Federal Ministry of Defense, the European Union has seen an erosion in its clout as far-right groups have increased their powers.Presently, the UK’s exit …

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Iran agriculture minister to attend Tehran-Accra joint commission in Ghana

Iran agriculture minister to attend Tehran-Accra joint commission in Ghana

Mahmoud Hojjati and his 60-member strong delegation are to hold talks with their Ghanaian counterparts on the issues of trade, agriculture, energy and transportation.The sixth meeting of Iran-Ghana joint economic commission will start its 3-day sessions on Tuesday.The fifth round of the commission was held in the Iranian capital about …

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President Rouhani off to Kermanshah to visit quake-stricken areas

President Rouhani off to Kermanshah to visit quake-stricken areas

A strong quake, measuring 7.3 magnitude on Richter scale, hit western Iran. It has been reported that 423 people have lost their lives and 7,156 others have been injured so far.Prior to president's departure, Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli, heading a delegation, left for the quake-hit province of Kermanshah on …

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Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on November 14

Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on November 14

**IRAN NEWS- Deadly quake kills more than 400 Iranians - Iran seeks 200,000 T barely, 200,000 T corn- Leader thanks Iraq for organizing Arbaeen pilgrimage **IRAN DAILY- Hundreds killed in Iran-Iraq quake- Iran continues gas exports to Iraq despite strong earthquake- EU ministers reiterate support for Iran nuclear deal**KAYHAN INTERNATIONAL- …

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Iran quake death toll increases to 430

Iran quake death toll increases to 430

The fatal quake occurred at 21:48 hour local time (18:18 GMT).The epicenter of the quake was registered at 34.86 degrees latitude and 45.9 degrees longitude, at the depth of 11km, a shallow depth that can cause tremendous damage, in Ezgeleh region in Kermanshah Province.The huge jolt, which rocked western provinces …

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IAEA’s new report exposes US false claims: Iran envoy to IAEA

IAEA’s new report exposes US false claims: Iran envoy to IAEA

Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Reza Najafi made the remarks in a statement released after the IAEA published its latest review on Iran’s commitment to the nuclear deal, officially known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), on Monday.“The Agency continues to verify …

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