Daily look at Irans late-breaking news and upcoming events:
President-elect Rouhani to take oath of office in August
Irans president-elect Hassan Rouhani would be sworn into office at the Parliament (Majlis) on August 6, said a member of the legislative bodys presiding board on Tuesday.
PCC head dismisses claim on frozen Iranian assets in China Irans Petrochemical Commercial Company (PCC)Managing Director dismissed claims on Iranian assets for petrochemical products exports being frozen in China, saying there are only some difficulties in payment.
Palestinian issue pivotal in Muslim unity: Iranian official
The head of the Intifada (Palestinian uprising) and Quds Center at Irans Islamic Propagation Coordination Council said the issue of Palestine plays a major role in promoting unity among Muslim nations.
Sputnik connects with Iran
Sputnik international news agency and radio and Irans leading news agency, the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), have signed a cooperation agreement.
Iran developing handicrafts chain stores
The Head of Irans Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHHTO) said efforts are underway to develop a job creation scheme through the handicrafts market with the launch of chain stores across the country.