Tehran Times

2024-07-06 02:54
Pezeshkian wins

Pezeshkian wins presidential post in Iran

TEHRAN – Official figures show that pro-reform candidate Masoud Pezeshkian wins about 16.4 million votes, thereby becoming Iran's new president. His conservative opponent Saeed Jalili garnered about 13.5 million votes.
- 50 percent
- Iranian diaspora votes in runoff election

By Mona Hojat Ansari

50 percent

TEHRAN – On Friday, Iranians went to the polls in the runoff elections to elect a new president, and the latest unofficial reports indicate a participation rate of around 50 percent.
By Shahrokh Saei

Behind Bibi’s bravado

Israeli PM seeking talks with Hamas amid battlefield failures in Gaza

TEHRAN- Nine months into Israel’s brutal war on the Gaza Strip, the regime of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is struggling to contain the fallout from its military failures.
By Parviz Rashidi

Ben-Gvir: security minister or ‘torture minister’

Israel is committing political suicide as its ministers are making insane remarks

TEHRAN - The self-proclaimed human rights defenders in the West must now openly express their views about Itmar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s so-called national security minister, who has said Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails should be killed with a “shot to the head”.
By Wesam Bahrani

Strongest Hezbollah retaliation to date

Lebanese resistance movement pounds Israeli military positions

TEHRAN - The Israeli military has suffered casualties after Hezbollah waged one of its largest bombardments against the occupation’s army since October.
By Samaneh Aboutalebi

Iran's cultural sector thrives under President Raisi's leadership, minister says

TEHRAN- Under the visionary leadership of President Raisi, Iran's culture sector has experienced a remarkable resurgence over the past three years, Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaeili said during an interview with the Tehran Times on Friday.

Politics

SCO can foster regional, international peace: Iran acting president

TEHRAN – Iran's acting president, Mohammad Mokhber, has highlighted the potential of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to foster sustainable peace both regionally and globally.
Iran calls on UN, human rights institutions to determine fate of kidnapped diplomats

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry has called on the United Nations and other human rights institutions to diligently follow up on the case of four Iranian diplomats who were kidnapped in Lebanon in 1982.
Tehran emphasizes ‘deep-rooted’ ties with Iraqi Kurdistan

TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to Iraq, Mohammad Kazem Al-Sadegh, has affirmed the strong and growing relationship between Iran and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

Sports

Spanish coach Garrido officially named Persepolis coach

TEHRAN - Spanish coach Juan Carlos Garrido was officially unveiled as the new head coach of Persepolis, one of Iran's most decorated and popular football clubs. The 55-year-old signed a one-year deal with the club after arriving in Tehran Saturday morning.
Taremi posts emotional farewell to Porto fans

TEHRAN - Mehdi Taremi greeted Porto fans with an emotional farewell post as he prepares to finalize his transfer to Inter Milan.
Iran U18 basketball lose to Russia in 2024 Kalleh Cup

TEHRAN – Iran U18 basketball team lost to Russia 81-65 in three-team 2024 Kalleh Cup on Saturday.

Culture

Iran's cultural sector thrives under President Raisi's leadership, minister says

TEHRAN- Under the visionary leadership of President Raisi, Iran's culture sector has experienced a remarkable resurgence over the past three years, Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaeili said during an interview with the Tehran Times on Friday.
Moradi Kermani’s “You’re No Stranger Here” republished

TEHRAN- The 41st edition of the Iranian writer Hushang Moradi Kermani’s “You’re No Stranger Here” has recently been published.
Tehran Times, Afghan Voice Agency ink MoU

TEHRAN-Managing directors of Tehran Times International Daily and Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday in Tehran.

Economy

China’s import of Iranian crude hits 8-month high

TEHRAN - China’s independent refiners have increased their crude imports from Iran by 4.3 percent in June to an eight-month high of around 6.1 million metric tons.
Over 98% of villages have access to high-speed internet

TEHRAN - More than 98 percent of villages with a population of over 20 households across the country have now access to high-speed internet, Issa Zarepour, the Minister of Information and Communications Technology, has said.
Renewables share of electricity generation rises by 28%

TEHRAN – The electricity generated by renewable sources increased by 28 percent in the third Iranian calendar month (ended on June 20) compared to the same month last year, ISNA reported.

Society

Iran ready to help Turkey launch genetic bank

TEHRAN –Iran is ready to share its expertise and extensive experiences in genetics information bank with Turkey, and cooperate in establishing a genetics bank in the country, the head of the Department of Forensic Medicine has said.
Tehran hosting Pharmex intl. exhibition 2024

TEHRAN –The 6th Pharmex international exhibition is being held in Tehran from July 4 to 7.
Will Iran go through La Niña episode?

TEHRAN –According to recent forecasts, there is the possibility of either neutral conditions or a transition into La Niña.

Tourism

Arash the Archer symbol of bravery and peace, RICHT director says

TEHRAN – The director of Iran’s Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism has emphasized the deep roots of the ancient festival of Tirgan in Iranian culture, stating that Arash the Archer symbolizes both peace and bravery.
Tehran seeks to expand tourism relations with Indonesia

TEHRAN – Iran’s deputy tourism minister has highlighted opportunities to expand tourism relations between the Islamic Republic and Indonesia.
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.

International

Are you Muslim in name only?

Some pundits say that Israel (and Hamas) has committed war crimes and crimes against humanity. Others say that Israel is committing genocide before our very eyes. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has found plausible evidence to go forward with the claim of genocide against Israel and the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has filed for arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders.
Behind Bibi’s bravado

TEHRAN- Nine months into Israel’s brutal war on the Gaza Strip, the regime of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is struggling to contain the fallout from its military failures.
Strongest Hezbollah retaliation to date

TEHRAN - The Israeli military has suffered casualties after Hezbollah waged one of its largest bombardments against the occupation’s army since October.