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2024-10-20 21:58
By Soheila Zarfam
Decoding a leak
What are the possible scenarios behind alleged leaked documents on Israel's plans to attack Iran?
TEHRAN – On Friday, a telegram channel released what it said were 'top secret' U.S. intelligence documents prepared by the U.S. Geospatial Intelligence Agency. The leaked documents spun out Washington’s assessment of the Israeli Air Force’s alleged preparations to attack Iran.
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'Targets ready' for future strikes, Iran FM warns as potential Israeli attack looms
TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has issued a stark warning, stating that Iran has "identified all its targets" in the occupied territories and is prepared to retaliate against Israel in response to any military strike.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Hezbollah escalates missile attacks on Israel
Huge medium-range missile salvos fired
TEHRAN- Sirens were sounding in Haifa and its surroundings including Krayot with multiple explosions heard in Haifa, Israeli media reported.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Beit Lahiya bloodshed: Palestinians pay the price for Arab and Western leaders' inaction
TEHRAN- Israel’s weekend massacre of Palestinian people in the town of Beit Lahiya in the northern Gaza Strip has once again underscored the inaction of Arab and Western leaders in the face of the regime’s appalling atrocities.
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By Sondoss al-Assad
Sohmor mayor among 3 martyred in Israeli strike on Baaloul
Israel deliberately targets civilians and civilian actors
BEIRUT - Since the start of the Israeli full-scale war on Lebanon on September 23, the occupation army has been deliberately targeting all forms of basic life in all regions. There is no safe place in Lebanon. Everyone is targeted.
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Qalibaf upbraids Persian Gulf states for picking quarrels with Iran instead of focusing on Israel
TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf strongly condemned the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) for its recent accusations against Iran, urging the regional body to redirect its efforts toward halting Israeli aggression rather than making baseless claims.
Politics
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Israel kills Iranian woman in Lebanon, Tehran vows retribution
TEHRAN – Iran has vowed to hold Israel accountable after the regime killed an Iranian woman and her Lebanese husband in northern Beirut, targeting the couple’s car and then pursuing them with drones after they fled on foot.
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Iran’s high council for human rights denounces rampant Israeli aggression
TEHRAN – Iran’s High Council for Human Rights has issued a strong condemnation of the Israeli regime's acts of terror, including the assassination and massacre of Palestinians and the Resistance leaders.
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Sinwar’s dedication to Resistance delivered critical blow to Israel, says Iranian commander
TEHRAN – The commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters Rashid has praised Sinwar’s leadership and declared that his efforts had escalated the resistance against Israel, delivering a significant blow to the regime’s power.
Sports
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Mosimane’s duty bringing back Esteghlal’s heydays
TEHRAN - Iran’s football powerhouse, Esteghlal, are currently in a tumultuous period. Having finished as runners-up last season under Javad Nekounam, the club's recent form has been a stark contrast to their previous success. A series of poor results led to Nekounam's resignation, despite having personally assembled the squad. The club signed every player that the former head coach wanted, but the results were poor.
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Iranian women make history in 2024 Canoe Polo World Championships
TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s team qualified for the World Games 2025 to be held in Chengdu, China.
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Iran basketball coach Manolopoulos returns to Tehran
TEHRAN – Iran national basketball team head coach Sotirios Alex Manolopoulos returned to Tehran Saturday evening.
Culture
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Tehran to host intl. conference on digital games
TEHRAN- Tehran is set to host the 7th edition of an international conference on digital games on December 10 and 11.
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“The Old Bachelor” to premiere in UK at London Breeze Film Festival
TEHRAN-The critically acclaimed Iranian feature film “The Old Bachelor” directed by Oktay Baraheni will have its UK premiere at the London Breeze Film Festival (LBFF), due to be held form October 23 to 27.
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“Tutankhamun: The Book of Shadows” comes to Iranian bookstores
TEHRAN- A Persian translation of British author Nick Drake’s novel “Tutankhamun: The Book of Shadows” has recently been published by Qoqnus Publications in Tehran.
Economy
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‘Iran ready to host TRACECA ministerial meeting’
TEHRAN – Iranian Transport and Urban Development Minister Farzaneh Sadegh has expressed Iran’s readiness for hosting the upcoming meeting of the TRACECA ministers which is due to be held in February 2025.
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Container operation rises 5% in Iran’s ports in H1
TEHRAN- Based on the data released by Iranian Transport and Urban Development Ministry, the container operation has increased five percent in the ports of country during the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-September 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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Iran, China stress promoting trade ties, exchanging business delegations
TEHRAN – In a meeting between the head of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) Mahmoud Najafi-Arab and Cong Peiwu, the ambassador of the People's Republic of China in Iran, the two sides stressed promoting trade ties and the exchange of business delegations between the two countries.
Society
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Artificial intelligence to help protect natural areas
TEHRAN – The Department of Environment plans to utilize systems based on artificial intelligence to help manage and protect natural areas across the country.
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Iran marking national bone health week
TEHRAN –The national bone health week is being observed in the country from October 19 to 25, aiming to raise public awareness on osteoporosis.
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National determination, collaborative plans essential for disaster risk reduction
TEHRAN –Reducing the risks posed by natural disasters and climate change requires national determination and collaborative plans, Alireza Raeisi, an official with the health ministry, has said.
Tourism
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Haj Agha Ali’s house: a glimpse into Iran’s architectural heritage
TEHRAN - Located near Rafsanjan in Kerman province, southern Iran, Haj Agha Ali’s house stands as one of the largest and most striking adobe residences in Iran, attracting visitors with its grandeur and intricate design.
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Standardization project for lighting and landscaping begins at Hafez mausoleum
TEHRAN – Fars province’s tourism chief has announced the launch of a project aimed at standardizing the landscaping, lighting, and visitor signage at Hafez mausoleum, a historical and cultural site where the 14th-century Persian poet is laid to rest.
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Commentary book on Great Mongol Shahnameh to be unveiled in Tehran
TEHRAN - A Persian translation of a commentary book on the Great Ilkhanid Shahnameh, which is one of the oldest and most valuable illustrated manuscripts remaining from Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh, is set to be unveiled in Tehran on Tuesday.
International
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Hezbollah escalates missile attacks on Israel
TEHRAN- Sirens were sounding in Haifa and its surroundings including Krayot with multiple explosions heard in Haifa, Israeli media reported.
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Beit Lahiya bloodshed: Palestinians pay the price for Arab and Western leaders' inaction
TEHRAN- Israel’s weekend massacre of Palestinian people in the town of Beit Lahiya in the northern Gaza Strip has once again underscored the inaction of Arab and Western leaders in the face of the regime’s appalling atrocities.
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Sohmor mayor among 3 martyred in Israeli strike on Baaloul
BEIRUT - Since the start of the Israeli full-scale war on Lebanon on September 23, the occupation army has been deliberately targeting all forms of basic life in all regions. There is no safe place in Lebanon. Everyone is targeted.
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Drone from Lebanon hits Netanyahu’s residence
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Iran’s patience may be running thin
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Hezbollah continues to target air defence bases in Haifa and beyond
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Pitso Mosimane takes charge of Esteghlal
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Legacy of fire: Al-Aqsa Storm rages on after Sinwar's killing
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Iran’s energy minister to attend Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Conference in China
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Gen. Soleimani’s family mourns martyrdom of Yahya Sinwar
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Isfahan to host 1st conference of Iran’s historical cities
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ICC must hold Israel accountable for crimes in Gaza, Lebanon: Iran envoy
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Iran, Tanzania to expand co-op in agriculture, petrochemicals, tourism