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2024-10-08 21:59
By Mona Hojat Ansari
Rising call for nukes
Unchecked Israeli aggression fuels Iranian public demands for nuclear weapons
TEHRAN – After a year of harrowing Israeli crimes decimating Gaza and plaguing the surrounding areas, it seems that the relatively small number of Iranian citizens who have advocated for the development of nuclear weapons since the inception of the country’s nuclear program are no longer ostracized.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Old fox eggs on rabid dogs: How the UK enabled the Gaza genocide
TEHRAN- The British prime minister's decision not to prohibit arms sales to Israel has thrown a spotlight on the UK's conspiracies against Palestine and its people that have existed for more than a century.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Hezbollah missiles rain down across Israel
"The pain of the Israelis is increasing"
TEHRAN - Hezbollah showered Israeli cities with rockets as it marked the first anniversary of its military support front for Gaza, on October 8, 2023.
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By Xavier Villar
Israel's Achilles' heel: strategic vulnerabilities exploitable by Iran
MADRID - Following the success of Operation "True Promise II," a possible response from the Zionist regime is anticipated.
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Israel’s further provocation will lead to stronger response from Iran: FM
TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has issued a stern warning to Israel, cautioning the regime not to underestimate Tehran’s resolve.
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Iran to unveil new military technology in possible future operations against Israel
TEHRAN – Ali Nikzad, Deputy Speaker of Iran’s parliament, revealed that Iran is preparing to unveil new military technology during the possible future operations.
Politics
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Defense system test causes loud booms in Esfahan
TEHRAN – Some residents of Esfahan Province in central Iran were startled by loud explosions in the early hours of Tuesday. Authorities have since confirmed that the sounds were caused by a test of the region's defense systems.
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Iranian naval commanders meet to commemorate IRGC Navy's establishment
TEHRAN - The commanders of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy and the Iranian Army Navy gathered on Tuesday to mark the anniversary of the IRGC Navy's establishment.
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Zarif denounces Israel’s ‘unparalleled criminality’ in Gaza
TEHRAN- Iran's Vice President for Strategic Affairs characterized the actions of the Zionist regime in Gaza as a manifestation of genocide and global corruption.
Sports
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Iran, Qatar likely to be held in Dubai
TEHRAN – Iran national football team will likely host Qatar in Dubai in Group A of the 2026 World Cup qualifier.
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Iran coach Ghalenoei emphasizes importance of concentration against Uzbekistan
TEHRAN – Iran national football team head coach Amir Ghalenoei says that they need concentration to get a good result against Uzbekistan.
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Khatoon, Kaya FC-Iloilo share spoils in AFC Women’s Champions League
TEHRAN - Iran’s Bam Khatoon and Kaya FC-Iloilo of the Philippines shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in the 2024/25 AFC Champions League Group C tie on Wednesday.
Culture
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"Seven Cities of Love" project continues with mugham concert in Tehran
TEHRAN- The Vahdat Hall in Tehran hosted a mugham music concert on Wednesday.
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Sahne-ye Abi to host reading performances of “Who’s Mr. Schmitt?”
TEHRAN- Sahne-ye Abi Cultural and Artistic Center in Tehran will be playing host to reading performances of French writer and actor Sebastien Thiery’s play “Who’s Mr. Schmitt?” (Qui est Monsieur Schmitt?).
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107 foreign works to compete in 41st Tehran International Short Film Festival
TEHRAN-The line-up for the international competition section of the 41st Tehran International Short Film Festival (TISFF) has been announced by the festival secretariat, in which 107 short films will compete for the top awards.
Economy
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Transit via Iran’s roads rises 63% in H1 yr/yr
TEHRAN - The transit of commodities through the roads of Iran increased by 63 percent in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-September 21) compared to the previous year’s corresponding period, according to the data released by the Transport and Urban Development Ministry.
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Loading, unloading of goods in Iran’s ports up 7% in H1
TEHRAN – The loading and unloading of goods in the ports of Iran increased by seven percent in the first six months of the present Iranian calendar year (March 20-September 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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Capacity of thermal power plants to rise 16,000MW
TEHRAN - The new head of Iran’s Thermal Power Plants Holding Company (TPPH) said the electricity generation capacity in the country’s thermal power plants will increase by 16,000 megawatts (MW) to reduce the country's power supply and demand imbalance.
Society
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IRCS head, UN resident coordinator discuss ways to speed up aid delivery to Lebanon
TEHRAN –The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), Pirhossein Kolivand, and the UN Resident Coordinator of Iran, Stefan Priesner, held talks on Wednesday about the tragic situation in Lebanon and ways to speed up aid delivery to people impacted by war.
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Ilam hosting migratory birds
TEHRAN –Every year, wetlands and habitats in Ilam province, in the west of Iran, welcome a large number of migratory birds.
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Iran observing mental health week
TEHRAN –Mental health week kicked off on Wednesday, October 9, and will conclude on October 15.
Tourism
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Qeshm Island prepares for major tourism conference
TEHRAN - Qeshm Island is set to organize a national tourism conference aimed at highlighting its rich cultural heritage and natural attractions, positioning itself as a key destination in the Persian Gulf.
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Over 4,000 ancient clay seals discovered in western Iran
TEHRAN - Archaeologists have unearthed more than 4,000 clay seals, which are estimated to be around 5,000 years old, in Kermanshah province, western Iran.
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550 new accommodation centers under construction across Iran
TEHRAN - Jamshid Hamzehzadeh, the head of Iran’s Hotel Association, has announced that 550 accommodation centers, including one- to five-star hotels, boutique hotels, and eco-lodges, are currently under construction across the country.
International
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Old fox eggs on rabid dogs: How the UK enabled the Gaza genocide
TEHRAN- The British prime minister's decision not to prohibit arms sales to Israel has thrown a spotlight on the UK's conspiracies against Palestine and its people that have existed for more than a century.
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Hezbollah missiles rain down across Israel
TEHRAN - Hezbollah showered Israeli cities with rockets as it marked the first anniversary of its military support front for Gaza, on October 8, 2023.
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For the first time Hezbollah hits deep inside Israel by targeting Haifa
TEHRAN - The Hezbollah resistance movement launched a salvo of Fadi 1 missiles on Monday at the Israeli Karmal military base in Haifa, a major Mediterranean port.
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