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Next cabinet to prioritize defense diplomacy: President Rouhani

Next cabinet to prioritize defense diplomacy: President Rouhani

Introducing Brigadier General Amir Hatami as his nominee for Defense Ministry, President Rouhani described him as a 'reliable' member of the big family of Iran's armed forces.He (Brigadier General Hatami) would prop up all groups of Iran's armed forces, as the responsibility of the ministry is supporting them, Rouhani said …

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Iran sympathizes with Sierra Leone over deadly landslide

Iran sympathizes with Sierra Leone over deadly landslide

Qasemi expressed grief over the sad incident occurred on Monday that resulted in hundreds of deaths and disappearances.The landslide causalities hit 300 people, according to a report by the country's Red Cross. The number of kids who were killed in the landslide remains to be extraordinary due to their vulnerability.Hospitals …

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Inhumane acts unreligious: FM spokesman

Inhumane acts unreligious: FM spokesman

Reacting to the recent terrorist attack in Burkina Faso, Qasemi said, 'Taking such inhumane and violent measures don’t have any sign of religious, especially Islamic, teachings, which contain peace-seeking and blessing.'Terrorists attacked the Aziz Istanbul restaurant in central Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso's capital, and killed at least 18 people and wounded …

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Croatian citizen converts to Islam

Croatian citizen converts to Islam

After getting familiar with the fundamental principles of Islam, accepting the oneness of God, prophecy of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH), as well as confessing to the Velayat of Imam Ali (AS), that the first Shia Imam is the true successor of Prophet Mohammad, Krešimir Peti converted to Islam.He also adopted himself …

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Pres Rouhani: Iran govt ready for talks on lifting all sanctions

Pres Rouhani: Iran govt ready for talks on lifting all sanctions

'Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) should be preserved,' said President Hassan Rouhani at the Majlis (Parliament) open session this morning stressing that the country should make use of the international agreement.Addressing the Majlis session held to review the government's plans and give vote of confidence to the proposed ministers, …

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New Zealand appoints envoy to Iran

New Zealand appoints envoy to Iran

New Zealand Foreign Minister Gerry Brownlee, announcing the news, said that his country 'has a long-standing trade and economic relationship with Iran, established with the opening of our Embassy in Tehran in 1975', according to the news website Scoop.“Since the easing of United Nations sanctions in 2016 there has been …

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IRGC drone patrols in Persian Gulf in ADIZ

IRGC drone patrols in Persian Gulf in ADIZ

Rejecting US navy claims that a drone made an “unsafe approach” to a US aircraft carrier, the statement says all aerial operations in Iran’s ADIZ are carried out in accordance with the standard safety regulations.Earlier on Monday, US Navy spokesman Lieutenant Ian McConnaughey said in a statement that an Iranian …

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Pakistan blast claims lives of 6 border guards

Pakistan blast claims lives of 6 border guards

The incident was simultaneous with the 71st anniversary of Pakistan independence.No group has claimed the responsibility of the deadly attack.Meanwwhile, another blast which happened on Saturday night in Quetta, Pakisstan claimed the lives of 15 people and injures scores as well.9376**1771 www.irna.ir

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Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on August 15

Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on August 15

**IRAN NEWS- Ayat. Shahroudi named chairman of EC- Moscow denies allegations on secret transfer of Iran hardware to Russia- Commander vows crushing response to any military move**IRAN DAILY- Rouhani, Putin discuss energy ties, Syria- EEU expects to sign free trade deal with Iran this year- Sandstorm sends 250 people to …

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Iran welcomes internal dialogue between Baghdad, Erbil

Iran welcomes internal dialogue between Baghdad, Erbil

The Iraqi leaders and nation achieved great accomplishments in the face of fighting terrorism and liberation of Daesh-held territories, he said.Iran as neighboring and friendly country of Iraq wishes ever increasing success for the Iraqi nation and government and it is still keen on the best relations will all the …

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