Tehran Times

2025-02-04 21:50
By Wesam Bahrani

West Bank resistance operation exposes Israeli military failure

Two Israeli soldiers lose their lives and several others sustain injuries in an attack on the Tayasir checkpoint near Jenin

TEHRAN – A Palestinian resistance fighter has killed two Israeli soldiers and injured others in a complex shooting operation near Jenin.
- Palestinian Authority’s impotence: A recipe for Israeli military escalation
- Israel resorts to Apache helicopters in brutal Jenin raid

By Matin Jamshidi

Racists feel upset as Palestinians welcome released heroes

TEHRAN - Expressing delight over the release of Palestinian prisoners who have been detained for protesting and fighting against Israeli suppression, aggression, tyranny, and occupation is something normal. However, Israel is angry that Palestinians celebrate the release of their brave women and men from Israeli jails.
By Shahrokh Saei

Trump's arms sale to Israel: A reward for Netanyahu's Gaza genocide

TEHRAN- US President Donald Trump, who claims credit for last month’s ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, has consistently expressed a desire to conclude the conflict in Gaza.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

What sort of hegemony is US counting on?

USAID cuts Lebanon’s share

BEIRUT — Trump’s issuance of an executive order to suspend funding for all projects funded by USAID has raised concerns among various Lebanese NGOs as it pays 22% of the total funding for the response plan in Lebanon.
Israel’s isolation more evident than ever: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi delivered an impassioned speech at a Tehran conference on Gaza developments on Tuesday, stating that recent events have exposed the "true face" of Israel and amplified its international isolation.
Trump to “restore” his maximum pressure campaign on Iran: Reuters

TEHRAN – U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign a presidential memorandum on Tuesday to “restore” the infamous "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran, according to Reuters citing an unidentified U.S. official.

Politics

Manufacturing threats: West’s constant fearmongering on Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN – For nearly two decades, Western analysts and policymakers have repeatedly claimed that Iran is on the verge of acquiring nuclear weapons.
Sabahi Fard appointed commander of Iran's central air defense base

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Alireza Sabahi Fard has been appointed commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Air Defense Base, the central headquarters for the country's air defense operations.
Iran vows to defend nuclear program "with all its might"

TEHRAN – Iran is committed to defending its legal rights regarding its peaceful nuclear program with all possible means, stated Ali Shamkhani, a political advisor to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, during a visit to the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) on Tuesday.

Sports

Al Hilal too strong for Persepolis at ACL Elite MD7

TEHRAN - Al Hilal SFC reclaimed top spot in the West Zone of the AFC Champions League Elite 2024/25 after a 4-1 win against Persepolis in their penultimate League Stage match on Tuesday.
Iran fall short to Germany at 2025 FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup

TEHRAN – Iran were defeated by Germany 8-3 at the 2025 Men's FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup on Tuesday.
Esteghlal face uphill task for ACL Elite next stage

TEHRAN - Esteghlal faced off against Iraqi side Al Shorta in a crucial match that ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw for the Iranian club HERE AT THE Azadi Stadium.

Culture

IAF to host concert featuring artists with autism, Down syndrome, CP

TEHRAN- Mehr-o-Ma ensemble, comprised of artists with autism, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy (CP), is set to hold a concert at Jalil Shahnaz Hall of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) on Thursday.
Iranian music ensemble performs in Moscow

TEHRAN- The Iranian music ensemble of Mehrabanan performed a concert at the Evangelical Lutheran Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Moscow on Sunday.
Divar Art Home staging Brian Clark’s “Whose Life Is It Anyway?”

TEHRAN-The play “Whose Life Is It Anyway?” by Brian Clark is being performed on stage at Divar Art Home in Tehran.

Economy

Over $2.4b of transport, housing projects inaugurated in 14 provinces

TEHRAN – Iran’s Transport and Urban Development Ministry inaugurated infrastructure projects worth over 12 quadrillion rials ($2.4 billion) across 14 provinces on Tuesday as part of celebrations marking the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.
South Pars gas refining hits record high

TEHRAN – Iran's South Pars Gas Complex has set a new record in gas processing and transmission, delivering over 595 million cubic meters of refined gas to the national network, the facility’s managing director announced.
Iran Expo 2025 to showcase country’s export capabilities

TEHRAN – Iran will hold the 7th Export Capabilities Exhibition (Iran Expo) from April 28 to May 2, 2025, aiming to highlight the country’s potential in global trade, a senior official announced on Tuesday.

Society

Gandoman registered as Iran’s 27th wetland on Ramsar Convention

TEHRAN –Gandoman wetland, a permanent inland freshwater wetland located in the Middle Zagros mountain range, has been registered as Iran's 27th wetland of international importance.
Japan funds medical, vocational projects for vulnerable people in four provinces

TEHRAN – The Government of Japan has allocated some €360,000 to fund four projects, providing medical and vocational equipment for financially vulnerable people in four provinces.
Iranian-made natural supplement relieves chronic joint pain

TEHRAN –Iranian researchers have managed to produce a natural edible supplement, containing the inner membrane of eggshell, avocado, soy, and bromelain, from pineapple stem, which effectively reduces chronic joint pain.

Tourism

Global artisans to showcase talent at Fajr Handicrafts Festival

TEHRAN - Artists from 20 countries including England, Brazil, and Indonesia have entreated completion at the 9th Fajr Festival of Handicrafts, known as Sarv-e Simin, which is set to take place in Tehran from February 20 to 24.
Iran promotes tourism amid Chinese New Year celebrations

TEHRAN – Iran cherishes the Chinese New Year festivities to highlight its tourism opportunities and draw more visitors from China, according to the director-general for marketing and tourism development at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts.
Iran, Lufthansa in talks to resume flights, aviation official says

TEHRAN - Iranian Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mohammad Amirani has announced that Iran and German flag carrier Lufthansa are in discussions to resume flights.

International

What sort of hegemony is US counting on?

BEIRUT — Trump’s issuance of an executive order to suspend funding for all projects funded by USAID has raised concerns among various Lebanese NGOs as it pays 22% of the total funding for the response plan in Lebanon.
Racists feel upset as Palestinians welcome released heroes

TEHRAN - Expressing delight over the release of Palestinian prisoners who have been detained for protesting and fighting against Israeli suppression, aggression, tyranny, and occupation is something normal. However, Israel is angry that Palestinians celebrate the release of their brave women and men from Israeli jails.
Trump's arms sale to Israel: A reward for Netanyahu's Gaza genocide

TEHRAN- US President Donald Trump, who claims credit for last month’s ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, has consistently expressed a desire to conclude the conflict in Gaza.

Two Israeli soldiers lose their lives and several others sustain injuries in an attack on the Tayasir checkpoint near Jenin

USAID cuts Lebanon’s share