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2024-07-05 08:08
Runoff polls begin in Iran as Pezeshkian, Jalili compete for presidential post
Voters decide whether pro-reform Pezeshkian or conservative Jalili will take the presidential helm
TEHRAN – The runoff presidential election began in Iran on Friday at 8:00 local time with the tight competition between pro-reform Masoud Pezeshkian and conservative Saeed Jalili.
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It’s quite wrong to think those who didn’t vote June 28 are opposed to ruling system: Leader
TEHRAN- Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei met with the new custodian, a number of managers, and a group of professors from Shahid Motahari University on July 3, 2024.
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By Mona Hojat Ansari
Pezeshkian or Jalili, people to decide tomorrow
Iran set to hold run-off presidential elections
TEHRAN – Iranians are set to head to the polls on Friday, July 5, to choose their next president in a runoff election.
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Lebanon will become ‘eternal hell’ for Israel, Iranian acting FM warns
TEHRAN – Iran's interim foreign minister, Ali Baqeri Kani, has delivered a strong message to Israel, cautioning that any incursion into Lebanon would lead to an “eternal hell” for the Zionist regime.
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By Fatemeh Hosseini
Unpacking opposition vandalism against Iranian elections abroad
TEHRAN- After the martyrdom of Ebrahim Raisi, the Islamic Republic went to early presidential elections without interruption. It seems that this election is one of the most controversial presidential elections in Iran.
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By Shahrokh Saei
White House under fire
Former American government officials say the US has “undeniable complicity” in the killing of Palestinians in Gaza
TEHRAN- The administration of US President Joe Biden has faced growing domestic and international criticism for its continued backing of Israel against the backdrop of the regime’s genocidal war in the Gaza Strip.
Politics
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Iranian national Bashir Biazar released from French detention
TEHRAN – Iranian musician and filmmaker Bashir Biazar, who was detained and imprisoned in France under controversial circumstances, has been released and is en route back to Iran.
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Deputy FM calls out Israel for its ‘terrorist activity’ in Palestine
TEHRAN – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Reza Najafi, has declared that the suppression of people living under occupation should be classified as terrorist activity, citing the Zionist regime as a prime example of such behavior.
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Iran marks ‘American Human Rights Disclosure Day’ with conference criticizing Western hypocrisy
TEHRAN - On Wednesday, Iran marked "American Human Rights Disclosure Day" with a conference at the University of Tehran, focusing on the hypocrisy of Western human rights claims.
Sports
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Miodrag Bozovic takes charge of Esteghlal Khuzestan
TEHRAN – Montenegrin coach Miodrag "Grof" Bozovic was appointed as new head coach of Esteghlal Khuzestan football team on Thursday.
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Iran defeat Australia at 2024 Asian Women’s U20 Volleyball Championship
TEHRAN – Iran defeated Australia 3-1 (28-30, 25-23, 25-19, 25-19) in the 2024 Asian Women’s U20 Volleyball Championship at the Jiangmen Sports Center Gymnasium on Thursday.
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Iran to send 40 athletes to Paris 2024
TEHRAN - With just 24 days until 2024 Olympic Games begins, Iran's 40-athlete team are ready to compete in 13 different sports.
Culture
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Alireza Ghorbani’s concert at Persepolis extended
TEHRAN-In a groundbreaking cultural event, the renowned Iranian vocalist Alireza Ghorbani performed the first-ever concert at the ancient site of Persepolis in Shiraz, Fars Province, from June 29 to July 1.
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Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi to share insights at Awal film festival
TEHRAN- Renowned Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi is set to take center stage at the Amman International Film Festival – Awal Film, currently underway in Jordan's capital.
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Isfahan to host Children’s film festival in October
TEHRAN- The 36th edition of the International Film Festival for Children and Youth will be inaugurated in the central city of Isfahan on October 5.
Economy
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Iran ready to cooperate with BRICS members to create financial entity: CBI Governor
TEHRAN - The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran Mohammad Reza Farzin has proposed the establishment of an intergovernmental organization within BRICS, similar to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
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Iran, Russia universities agree on joint work for de-dollarization
TEHRAN - Presidents of Imam Hossein University (AS) and Plekhanov University of Economics of Russia signed a memorandum of cooperation and agreed to work together in the field of de-dollarization.
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Trade with 56 OIC member states hit $8.6b in Q1
TEHRAN - Iran’s trade with member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) reached $8.6 billion in the first three months of the current calendar year (March 20–June 20), the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) has announced.
Society
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Tehran to host 6th Intl. Genetics Congress
TEHRAN –The 6th international and 18th national congress on genetics will be held in Tehran from July 7 to 9.
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IRCS urges BRICS to set up ‘public health and human welfare’ working group
TEHRAN –Pirhossein Kolivand, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has called BRICS for the implementation of a comprehensive approach by establishing a public health and human welfare working group.
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Cooperatives build a better future for all
TEHRAN -The 102nd International Day of Cooperatives will be celebrated on July 6 with the theme of ‘Cooperatives Building a Better Future for All’.
Tourism
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Ancient grandeur: the story of Belqeys Castle and its historical complex
TEHRAN – Belqeys Castle is a must-visit destination for those intrigued by Iran’s rich historical heritage.
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Proposal for joint cultural heritage committee between Tehran and Astana
TEHRAN – On Wednesday, Iran’s deputy minister of cultural heritage, during a meeting with the Kazakh ambassador to Iran, proposed the formation of a joint cultural heritage committee between the two countries.
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Iran’s East Asia tourism roadshow comes to last stop in Jakarta
TEHRAN – On Thursday, Iran wrapped up its East Asia tourism roadshow with a final event in the Indonesian capital of Jakarta, following previous stops in Vietnam and Malaysia.
International
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White House under fire
TEHRAN- The administration of US President Joe Biden has faced growing domestic and international criticism for its continued backing of Israel against the backdrop of the regime’s genocidal war in the Gaza Strip.
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“Unprecedented event” in Gaza
TEHRAN- After mentioning “an event unprecedented in months” regarding clashes between the Palestinian resistance movement and the Israeli occupation forces in the Gaza Strip, Israeli media reported that two soldiers had been killed in the Netzarim area.
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270 days of war and crime against Gaza
TEHRAN - Two hundred and seventy days have passed since the start of the military operation and the horrible crimes of the Zionists in the Gaza Strip. This terrible tragedy has set unprecedented records in terms of the volume and depth of brutality committed in contemporary history.
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Runoff polls begin in Iran as Pezeshkian, Jalili compete for presidential post
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It’s quite wrong to think those who didn’t vote June 28 are opposed to ruling system: Leader
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Leader’s advisor highlights tourism potential as an economic powerhouse
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Iran marks ‘American Human Rights Disclosure Day’ with conference criticizing Western hypocrisy
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Iran imposes sanctions on U.S. officials over crackdown on pro-Palestinian campus protests
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Top Iranian commander praises late foreign minister's diplomatic achievements
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Iranian national Bashir Biazar released from French detention