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Saturday, 25 August 2018 17:16
Tappeh Hesar: An Important Archaeological Site in Iran
Tappeh Hesar: An Important Archaeological Site in Iran TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Tappeh Hesar (also Tepe Hissar) is located near Damghan in Iran's Semnan province. It is one of the important ancient hills of Iran plateau. August, 20, 2018 - The area has hosted residents since seven thousand years ago. The…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 17:14
Fighting climate change is not just a cause, it’s also a business
Fighting climate change is not just a cause, it’s also a business August 25, 2018 - Amid growing awareness about climate change and a consequent shift in consumer behavior, brands are increasingly selling more sustainable goods. From vegan footwear to recycled denim and organic toothpaste, the offer to consumers is…
Saturday, 25 August 2018 15:35
Germany Urges EU to Split from US to Save Iran Nuclear Deal
Germany Urges EU to Split from US to Save Iran Nuclear Deal TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Europe should set up payment systems independent of the US if it wants to save the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers that was abandoned by President Donald Trump, German Foreign Minister Heiko…
Tuesday, 21 August 2018 13:00
Iraqi parties agree to form majority bloc in parliament
Iraqi parties agree to form majority bloc in parliament August 20, 2018 - Four of Iraq’s main political coalitions came together to form a majority bloc in parliament that will be responsible for forming the country’s next government. The alliance includes Shia cleric Moqtada al-Sadr's Sairoon coalition, outgoing Prime Minister…
Monday, 20 August 2018 13:32
Millions of Muslims Gather in Mecca to Participate at Annual Hajj Pilgrimage
Millions of Muslims Gather in Mecca to Participate at Annual Hajj Pilgrimage TEHRAN (Tasnim) - More than 2 million Muslims began the annual hajj pilgrimage Sunday in Saudi Arabia. August, 19, 2018 - Muslims circle the Kaaba counter-clockwise seven times while reciting supplications to God, then walk between the two…
Monday, 20 August 2018 13:26
Arg Gate in Semnan: A Tourist Attraction of Iran
Arg Gate in Semnan: A Tourist Attraction of Iran August, 18, 2018 - TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Arg gate-way is located at the cross-roads of Ayatollah Taleqani Ave. and Sheikh Fazlollah Noori Ave., of Semnan. It was constructed during the reign of Naseredin Shah, in the years 1300-1305 AH. The…
Monday, 20 August 2018 11:07
Iran Chamber of Commerce urges Iran’s accession to FATF
Chamber of Commerce urges Iran’s accession to FATF August 19, 2018 - A nonprofit semi-governmental institution in Iran has urged the government to join the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). In a statement issued at the end of its 35th session on Sunday, Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines…
Monday, 20 August 2018 10:39
OIC Mourns the Late Former UN Secretary General Kofi Anan
OIC Mourns the Late Former UN Secretary General Kofi Anan 18/08/2018- The Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) mourns with heart-felt sorrow and sadness the passing away of former United Nations Secretary General, and noble peace laureate Kofi Anan, at age 80, after a brief illness. The OIC Secretary General,…
Monday, 20 August 2018 10:33
New ECO secretary general elected
New ECO secretary general elected The Secretary General of the ECO is elected and appointed by the Council of Ministers for from among the candidates nominated by the Member States on the basis of qualifications, experience and suitability as laid down in the Staff Regulations of the ECO Secretariat. As…