Tehran’s newspapers on Saturday 21st of Farvardin 1395; April 9th, 2016
Saturday, 21st of Farvardin – April 9th, 2016
HEADLINES OF IRAN’S MORNING PAPERS
KAYHAN
-Iraqi city of Heet liberated, ISIS escapes
Iraq’s army and popular forces have liberated the city of Heet, located in the western part of this country, from the control of ISIS terrorists.
-Russia supports Hezbollah-backed candidate in Lebanese presidential race
In a message to Hezbollah, Russian officials have stated that Moscow supports their candidate for the Lebanese presidency.
IRAN
-Iranian Deputy Commander in Chief: Missile program is non-negotiable
Following the US Secretary of State’s request to talk about Iran’s missile program with Iranian officials, Commander Jazayeri stated that the issue of Iran’s missile program is not negotiable.
-Zarif: Iran will remain Russia’s close ally
In an interview with Russia’s news agency, Zarif called Russia a “friend” and said that Tehran will remain an ally of Moscow.