Tehran Times

2024-11-26 22:15
By Soheila Zarfam

'Beyond imagination'

The most senior Iranian military official says response to Israel's October aggression will be unprecedented

TEHRAN – Many historians believe Iranians to be the inventors of chess, a game that requires one to weigh options, anticipate consequences, and plan several moves ahead.
- Tehran finalizes plans for retaliation against Israel, military leaders to decide timing
- Tehran says much harsher response awaits Israel if it attacks Iran

By Shahrokh Saei

ICC vs. Israel: A litmus test for European Union compliance

TEHRAN- Arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former war minister Yoav Gallant have shaken the regime and some of its Western allies, particularly the United States, to the core.
Israel announces truce with Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Tuesday night announced he has agreed to a ceasefire agreement with the Lebanese Hezbollah.
Israel conducts savage attacks on Lebanon ahead of ceasefire

The Israeli regime kept up massive bombardment of the Lebanese capital Beirut and other areas in southern Lebanon on Tuesday as Israeli, US and Lebanese officials expressed growing optimism over a ceasefire.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Displaced people in Lebanon face deliberate government’s negligence

BNEIRUT- The Israeli aggression on Lebanon has caused about 21% of the displaced to seek refuge in 1,016 shelters set by the Lebanese government. However, most of these educational buildings are unfit for habitation. 90% of these centers have reached their maximum capacity and this poses serious health risks that are difficult to control if the government’s deliberate negligence persists.
By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah’s damage to northern Israel revealed

TEHRAN - Israeli media has published partial data showing the extent of damage Hezbollah has inflicted on northern Israeli settlements.

Politics

Iran FM attends UNAOC global forum, talks cooperation with counterparts

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi participated in the 10th United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) Global Forum in Lisbon, Portugal, on Tuesday.
U.S. ‘maximum pressure’ on Iran: road to repeated failure

TEHRAN – As the U.S. presidential inauguration approaches, speculation mounts regarding Donald Trump's approach to Washington's "adversaries."
Sanctions ineffective, Iran govt says ahead of talks with Europe

TEHRAN – Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated during a Tuesday press conference that "Western sanctions and maximum pressure against Iran have failed," emphasizing that these measures have consistently fallen short of their intended objectives.

Sports

Iranian giants stumble in Asia: Esteghlal and Persepolis on the brink

TEHRAN - Esteghlal and Persepolis, Iran's two biggest football clubs, have found themselves in a precarious position in the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25. With draws against their opponents, their chances of advancing to the next round are hanging by a thread.
Iran edged by Qatar at FIBA Asia Cup 2025 qualifier

TEHRAN – Qatar eked out a dramatic 78-77 overtime victory over Iran at the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 Qualifiers Monday night.
Takhti Stadium architect Darvish dies

TEHRAN - Jahangir Darvish, Takhti Stadium architect, formerly Farahabad Stadium, died at the age of 91 on Tuesday.

Culture

Book on Hezbollah martyr unveiled in Tehran, celebrating borderless resistance literature

TEHRAN- “Aiedah,” a book about the life of a Lebanese Holy Shrine Defender, was unveiled during a ceremony held at Tehran’s Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization on Monday.
7 Iranian films to attend Muslim International Film Festival in Canada

TEHRAN-Seven films from Iran will take part in the 5th Muslim International Film Festival (MIFF) that is to be held in Canada from November 29 to December 3.
Serbian translation of “Farangis” published in Serbia

TEHRAN- A Serbian translation of the memoirs of Iranian war heroine Farangis Heidarpour has recently been published in Serbia.

Economy

Private sector urges action to remove Iran from FATF blacklist

TEHRAN – Deputy Head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) Mohammad Reza Bahraman has highlighted the impact of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) blacklist on Iranian trade operations, urging the need for addressing the challenge.
OPEC Fund welcomes co-op with Iranian companies

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Abdolnasser Hemmati, who has traveled to Riyadh to participate in the 28th WAIPA World Investment Conference, met and held talks with OPEC Fund’s President Abdulhamid Alkhalifa on Monday. During the meeting, Alkhalifa said the Fund is ready to provide services to Iranian companies.
‘Iran determined to fulfill obligations towards IDB’

TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance Abdolnasser Hemmati stated in a meeting with the head of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) that the Islamic Republic is determined to fulfill its obligations towards IDB.

Society

Network Readiness Index puts Iran 79 among 133 countries

TEHRAN – With a score of 45.51, Iran ranks 79th out of 133 countries in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) - a leading global index on the application and impact of information and communication technology (ICT) in the economy.
La Niña forecast to have adverse impacts on yields

TEHRAN –Due to dry weather conditions between January and May 2025, when the main wheat crops are at vegetative stages, La Niña event is anticipated to have an adverse impact on yields in Iran, according to a country analysis report released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on November 22.
Rainfall decreases by 20% in two months yr/yr

TEHRAN –Since the beginning of the current water year (September 22) till November 23, rainfall across the country amounted to 25.4 mm, indicating a 20-percent decrease compared to 31.7 mm recorded in the same period last year.

Tourism

Exploring Ferdows Garden: a historical gem in Tehran

TEHRAN- Nestled in the vibrant northern district of Tehran, Ferdows Garden, or Bagh-e Ferdows, is a hidden gem steeped in history and cultural significance. This beautiful garden, a remnant of the Qajar dynasty, is situated near Tajrish Square and has been transformed into the Cinema Museum of Iran, making it an essential destination for art lovers, filmmakers, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat.
Iran’s second meteorite museum opens in Tehran

TEHRAN- Iran’s second meteorite museum was inaugurated at Tehran’s Iran Mall on Monday, following over six years since the inception of the first branch at Azadi Tower.
Uncovering secrets of ancient metallurgy in Masouleh region

TEHRAN - Experts believe that the Masouleh landscape in northern Iran is home to numerous metalworking sites, which reflect the region’s rich metal and iron resources and the extensive historical knowledge of its people. “The region transitioned from single-stage iron smelting furnaces to more complex four-stage furnace systems, demonstrating an evolution in smelting techniques over time.”

International

Hezbollah’s damage to northern Israel revealed

TEHRAN - Israeli media has published partial data showing the extent of damage Hezbollah has inflicted on northern Israeli settlements.
ICC vs. Israel: A litmus test for European Union compliance

TEHRAN- Arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former war minister Yoav Gallant have shaken the regime and some of its Western allies, particularly the United States, to the core.
Displaced people in Lebanon face deliberate government’s negligence

BNEIRUT- The Israeli aggression on Lebanon has caused about 21% of the displaced to seek refuge in 1,016 shelters set by the Lebanese government. However, most of these educational buildings are unfit for habitation. 90% of these centers have reached their maximum capacity and this poses serious health risks that are difficult to control if the government’s deliberate negligence persists.

The most senior Iranian military official says response to Israel's October aggression will be unprecedented