Iran Police Chief: Arbaeen Pilgrims Crossing Border Seamlessly
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of Iran’s Police said more than 1.5 million pilgrims have departed for Iraq for the Arbaeen mourning ceremony, saying full security prevails along the country’s common border with Iraq.
Bastam Jame’ Mosque in Iran's Semnan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Bastam Jame (Grand) Mosque is located at a distance of 200 m. from the tomb of Bayazid to the south of the city of Bastam.
Unity against Global Arrogance Message of Arbaeen: IRGC Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari hailed the massive marches of Muslims during the Arbaeen season and said the event conveys a message of unity among Muslims against the global arrogance.
Tehran, Kabul Discuss Transfer of 5,000 Afghan Prisoners
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Minister of Justice Seyed Alireza Avayi and his Afghan counterpart, Abdul Baseer Anwar, exchanged views about a range of issues, including the transfer of about 5,000 Afghan nationals held in Iranian prisons.
Stone Caravanserai in Iran's Zanjan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Stone Caravanserai (Dash Caravanserasi in Turkish) lies in Zanjan-Mianeh bypass across from the train station of Zanjan. It dates back to Safavid era, and it is currently used as a traditional restaurant.
Ayatollah Khamenei Lauds Shrine Defenders for Ensuring Security of Shiite Religious Sites
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei paid tribute to the martyrs defending holy Shiite shrines in Iraq and Syria for ensuring the security of the shrine of Imam Hussein in Iraq’s Karbala that paved the way for millions of pilgrims to go there safely.
Gorgan Palace Museum North of Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Gorgan Museum is located in one of the 12 Pahlavi era (1925-1979) palaces in Iran and was opened in 1964 to house the items uncovered during excavations of various archeological sites in the area.
Iran’s Intelligence Forces Smash 3 Terrorist Cells in Southwestern Province
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Intelligence Minister Mahmoud Alawi said the country's security forces have managed to disband three terrorist cells in the southwestern province of Khuzestan.
Dumuli Geopark of Ardabil, Northwest of Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Dumuli, a village in north-western Iran, is home to an amazing geopark which annually attracts thousands of tourists to Ardabil province.
Iran’s Army Steps Up Border Presence, Offers Services for Arbaeen Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Army has dispatched combat and civilian service units to the country’s common border with Iraq in order to ensure the security of Arbaeen pilgrims and provide them with a range of services, a commander said.
Ayatollah Khamenei: Political Transparency Rooted in Islamic Teachings, Not West
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei criticized those who link every virtue to the Western civilization, saying transparency in politics which has come under the spotlight in recent years is among the teachings of Islam and Imam Ali (AS).
Commander Highlights Good Security along Iran-Iraq Borders
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of Iran’s Border Police Brigadier General Qassem Rezaei described the current security situation of the common borders with Iraq as good and said grounds are provided for Iranian pilgrims to go to Iraq for Arbaeen rituals.
Cloud Seeding Project to Kick Off in Central Iran Soon: Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s National Cloud Seeding Research Center plans to implement a cloud seeding project in central parts of the country in the near future, the head of the center said.
No Security Problem in Borders with Iraq ahead of Arbaeen: Iran’s Police Chief
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Police Commander Brigadier General Hossein Ashtari highlighted the facilities provided for pilgrims visiting Iraq during Arbaeen season and said no security problem has been reported along the common borders with the Arab country so far.
IRGC Commander Urges Services for Pakistani Arbaeen Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Mohammad Ali Jafari ordered IRGC forces in the southeastern province of Sistan and Balouchestan to provide services for Pakistani pilgrims passing through Iran to Iraq for Arbaeen pilgrimage.
Iran Launches Special Train Service for Arbaeen Pilgrims
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s state-run railway company has launched a special train service provided for pilgrims planning to visit Iraq during the Arbaeen season, the company’s chief announced.
Iran, Turkey to Open New Border Checkpoints: Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The governor-general of Iran’s northwestern province of West Azerbaijan announced that two border checkpoints are planned to be set up along the province’s border with Turkey.
Iranian Police Seize 500 Tons of Illicit Drugs in 9 Months: Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran's Deputy Police Chief Brigadier General Eskandar Momeni said the police forces have managed to capture more than 500 tons of various kind of illicit drugs over the past 9 months.
