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2024-08-21 21:58
By Mona Hojat Ansari
National Accord on full display
Iran's new president secures full cabinet approval from parliament
TEHRAN – The Iranian parliament has approved the president's proposed cabinet, marking the first time since 2001 that a full slate of ministers has been confirmed by lawmakers.
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By Xavier Villar
Firms or countries aiding Israel in Gaza are complicit in genocide
MADRID - As Israel continues its bombardment of Gaza, destroying infrastructure and flattening homes in the West Bank, many signatory nations of the Geneva Conventions and the Genocide Convention are still supplying oil to Israel. According to legal experts, this commercial relationship could implicate them as accomplices in the severe crimes being committed against the Palestinian people.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Ceasefire charade: Is the US bridging gaps or keeping up appearances?
TEHRAN - The latest trip of the top American diplomat to the region has raised questions about the true intentions behind Washington’s much-trumpeted ceasefire proposal that was outlined with the aim of ending Israel’s brutal war on the Gaza Strip.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Netanyahu regime has “lost the north”
Palestinian resistance in Gaza praises Hezbollah
TEHRAN- After Lebanon’s Hezbollah struck the Israeli settlement of Katzrin in the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, the former premier and opposition leader, Yair Lapid, strongly condemned the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Iranian embassy criticizes UK parliament’s dealing with MKO ringleader
TEHRAN – The Iranian embassy in London has said the cooperation of the British House of Commons with Maryam Rajavi, the ringleader of the MKO terrorist group, is an example of a “double standard” in dealing with the evil phenomenon of terrorism.
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German, Austrian scientists share Kazemi Prize
TEHRAN –The 6th Kazemi Prize - a major scientific award in recognition of the late Saeid Kazemi Ashtiani’s efforts in the field of stem cells - has been awarded to two prominent scientists from Germany and Austria.
Politics
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IRGC chief commander extends congratulations on Defense Industry Day
TEHRAN- IRGC Chief Commander Major General Hossein Salami extended his congratulations to the Iranian Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics in recognition of Defense Industry Day.
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Leader’s representative visits injured Pakistani pilgrims following tragic bus accident
TEHRAN – In the wake of a devastating bus accident involving Arbaeen pilgrims traveling from Pakistan, Ayatollah Mohammadreza Naseri, the Leader’s representative to Yazd province, made a compassionate visit to the injured victims.
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Tehran condemns ‘double standards’ in Australia and New Zealand's joint statement on Gaza crisis
TEHRAN – Nasser Kanaani, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has condemned the joint declaration made by the Prime Ministers of Australia and New Zealand regarding the ongoing crisis in Gaza for its selective coverage and disregard of realities on the ground.
Sports
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Iran to meet Libya at FIVB Boys’ U17 World Championship opener
TEHRAN – Iran U17 head coach is optimistic about FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship, where the Persians are scheduled to meet Libya in their opening match.
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Sports minister Donyamali extends wishes for Iran Paralympic delegation
TEHRAN – Newly-appointed sports minister Ahmad Donyamali extended best wishes to all Iranian athletes who will compete in the 2024 Paralympic Games.
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10-man Persepolis escape with point against Tractor
TEHRAN - Persepolis football team managed to escape with a point Thursday night in Matchweek 2 of the 2024/25 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
Culture
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Iran's “In the Shadow of the Cypress” competes at Melbourne film festival
TEHRAN- Iranian short animation “In the Shadow of the Cypress”, co-directed by Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani, is on screen at the 72nd edition of Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), which is currently underway at the Australian city.
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House of Cinema to show restored version of Albert Lamorisse’s documentary about Iran
TEHRAN-The cinematheque of House of Cinema in Tehran will screen the restored version of “The Lovers’ Wind,” a documentary directed and produced by the late French filmmaker Albert Lamorisse about Iran, on Monday.
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Iranian music producer to deliver speech at St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum
TEHRAN-Iranian music producer, festival manager, and composer Ardavan Jafarian will be one of the guest speakers at the 10th St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum, slated to be held in St. Petersburg, Russia, from September 11 to 14.
Economy
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Iran’s new oil minister outlines short-term plans
TEHRAN – Iran’s new Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has outlined the ministry’s short-term plans, stressing resolving the energy imbalance in the country as a priority, Shana reported.
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Drilling operations begin for 3 infill wells at South Pars gas field
TEHRAN – Iran’s Petropars Company begins the operations for drilling three infill wells at South Pars gas field which Iran shares with Qatar in the Persian Gulf, Shana reported.
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Industry Ministry to focus on increasing domestic production, says new minister
TEHRAN – Iran’s new Industry, Mining, and Trade Minister Mohammad Atabak has said his programs will be mainly focused on realizing production leap under the framework of the Seventh National Development Plan.
Society
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Intl. Congress on Cardiovascular Updates to be held
TEHRAN –The 24th International Congress on Cardiovascular Updates is scheduled to be held from September 17 to 20 in Tehran.
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IRCS, UNICEF to boost students’ knowledge in climate change
TEHRAN –Under a newly launched initiative, titled Green DADRAS, the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in collaboration with the Climate Change Secretariat aim to promote students’ climate literacy.
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Iranian knowledge-based product among XR Awards finalists
TEHRAN –An Iranian knowledge-based product, GearMaster VR, has been announced among the top ten finalists in XR Education and Training Solution of the Year.
Tourism
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Feasibility study conducted on shark tourism in southern Iran
TEHRAN – An Iranian expert has conducted a research project probing the feasibility of launching shark tourism in the waters surrounding Chabahar in the Sea of Oman.
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Hamedan’s 15-day celebration: discounts in honor of Avicenna
TEHRAN - Hamedan is set to celebrate its national day coinciding with Avicenna’s birth anniversary with a 15-day discount on hospitality services.
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Models of vintage, classic cars on show in Tehran
TEHRAN – Models of vintage and classic cars have been put on show at Iran’s National Car Museum, located in western Tehran.
International
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Firms or countries aiding Israel in Gaza are complicit in genocide
MADRID - As Israel continues its bombardment of Gaza, destroying infrastructure and flattening homes in the West Bank, many signatory nations of the Geneva Conventions and the Genocide Convention are still supplying oil to Israel. According to legal experts, this commercial relationship could implicate them as accomplices in the severe crimes being committed against the Palestinian people.
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Ceasefire charade: Is the US bridging gaps or keeping up appearances?
TEHRAN - The latest trip of the top American diplomat to the region has raised questions about the true intentions behind Washington’s much-trumpeted ceasefire proposal that was outlined with the aim of ending Israel’s brutal war on the Gaza Strip.
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Netanyahu regime has “lost the north”
TEHRAN- After Lebanon’s Hezbollah struck the Israeli settlement of Katzrin in the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, the former premier and opposition leader, Yair Lapid, strongly condemned the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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