Tehran Times

2024-10-07 18:43
By Mona Hojat Asari

Global Awakening

TEHRAN - October 7 marks the anniversary of the day one of the most devastating wars against humanity was launched. A year ago, Israel began the massacre of Palestinians in Gaza through airstrikes, starvation, and torture. The enclave now lies in ruins with approximately 45 million pounds of rubble scattered across the Strip. Entire families have been wiped off the face of the earth, and those managing to flee the direct fire of the Israeli military will carry the physiological scars of the war forever.

Leader honors IRGC commander with Order of Fat'h following Operation True Promise II

TEHRAN – Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, has awarded Brigadier General Amir-Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the Aerospace Division of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), with the prestigious Order of Fat'h (Conquest).
By Shahrokh Saei

Resurrection of Palestine

One year after Al-Aqsa Storm Israel has massacred tens of thousands, but there is no sign of victory

TEHRAN- Palestinians and pro-Palestine groups are marking the one-year anniversary of a surprise military operation carried out by the Hamas resistance movement in southern Israel and the regime’s subsequent genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
By Wesam Bahrani

25 Israeli troops killed as they tried to enter Lebanon

TEHRAN- Hezbollah continues its qualitative operations against the Israeli military on the Lebanese border area that have halted the occupation army’s attempts to infiltrate villages in southern Lebanon.
Iranian commander asserts armed forces’ readiness to confront any Israeli threats

TEHRAN – The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has underscored the preparedness of the Iranian Armed Forces to confront any threats, including those posed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Iran President, Dutch PM talk regional tensions, nuclear deal

TEHRAN – The Iranian President and Dutch Prime Minister engaged in a telephone conversation on Sunday to address key issues of mutual concern, including the rising tensions in the region, and strategies for resolving impasse surrounding the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Politics

Imam Khomeini's grandson says Iran must enhance ‘deterrence’

TEHRAN – Seyyed Hassan Khomeini, grandson of the late founder of the Islamic Republic, has called for an increase and enhancement of Iran's deterrent capabilities, emphasizing the need for stronger defenses across different fronts.
Iran has readied options to swiftly respond to potential attacks by Israel

TEHRAN – Iran has finalized a comprehensive plan to respond to any potential military action by Israel, a source within the Iranian Armed Forces told Tasnim news agency on Sunday.
Tehran condemns Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon, calls for international action

TEHRAN – Ismail Baqaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, has strongly condemned the Israeli regime’s ongoing military actions in Gaza and Lebanon.

Sports

Iran coach sticks with clubless star Jahanbakhsh

TEHRAN - Alireza Jahanbakhsh, the experienced Iranian winger, continues to be a puzzle for Iranian football fans and pundits alike. Despite being without a club since leaving Feyenoord, the former Brighton star has retained his place in the national team.
AFC boots out Mohun Bagan from Asian Champions League for refusing to travel to Iran

TEHRAN - The Asian Football Confederation on Monday announced that Indian Super League club Mohun Bagan Super Giants were ‘considered to have withdrawn from the AFC Champions League Two’ tournament after they did not travel to Iran for their Group B match against Tractor FC on Oct. 2.
Iran squad named for Uzbekistan and Qatar matches

TEHRAN – Amir Ghalenoei has called up 27 players to Iran national team for two matches against Uzbekistan and Qatar in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.

Culture

Universal themes of “In the Arms of the Tree” can appeal to international audience: director

TEHRAN-With the closing of submissions for Best International Feature at the 2025 Oscars, 82 films have been selected by their respective countries and more titles are still expected to be announced. This year, “In the Arms of the Tree,” written and directed by Babak Khajepasha will represent Iran at the 97th Academy Awards.
Iranian films win awards at Love International Film Festival

TEHRAN- Two Iranian films received awards at the 9th edition of Love International Film Festival, which was organized in Santa Monica, California in the U.S. last week.
Andisheh cultural center to review “About Schmidt”

TEHRAN- “About Schmidt”, a 2002 movie directed by American film director and screenwriter Alexander Payne, will go on screen at the Andisheh Cultural Center in Tehran on Monday.

Economy

Non-oil export increases 6.2% in Q2

TEHRAN - The value of Iran’s non-oil exports reached $12.3 billion in the second quarter of the current Iranian calendar year (June 22-September 22), registering a 6.2 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
Iranian delegation visits China to explore avenues of fishery co-op

TEHRAN – A delegation of Iranian officials, experts and businesspeople has visited China to explore avenues of cooperation in the fishery industry between the two countries, Mehr Nes Agency reported.
Motorcycle production up 6% in 6 months on year

TEHRAN - Motorcycle production in Iran increased six percent in the first six months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-September 21) compared to the same period last year, according to the deputy head of Iran’s Motorcycle Manufacturers Association.

Society

Tehran, Minsk to deepen health collaboration

TEHRAN –Iran and Belarus have explored the potential to beef up cooperation in academic, pharmaceutical, and medical equipment sectors.
IRCS, ICRC, IFRC discuss ways to help war-affected Lebanese people

TEHRAN –Pirhossein Kolivand, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), in a meeting with Faisal Mahboob, the project manager of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and Vincent Cassard, the representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Iran, underscored the need for ceasefire in Lebanon and opening a safe way to help the war victims.
Youth empowerment essential to creating resilient cities

TEHRAN – Empowering youth and involving them in urban decision-making is essential for developing inclusive and resilient cities.

Tourism

New restoration projects formulated for UNESCO-listed mosque in Isfahan

TEHRAN – The UNESCO-registered Jameh Mosque of Isfahan, also known as Atiq Mosque, is set to undergo further restoration and maintenance projects.
Archaeological discovery in Shiraz may rewrite city’s history

TEHRAN - A new archaeological discovery beneath a local park in Shiraz, the capital of Fars province in southern Iran, may push back the historical timeline of the ancient city by several thousand years.
Armenian group visits historical sites in northwest Iran

TEHRAN - A group of Armenian nationals recently visited historical and religious sites in West Azarbaijan province as part of a familiarization tour organized by the provincial Department of Cultural Heritage and Tourism.

International

Resurrection of Palestine

TEHRAN- Palestinians and pro-Palestine groups are marking the one-year anniversary of a surprise military operation carried out by the Hamas resistance movement in southern Israel and the regime’s subsequent genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
25 Israeli troops killed as they tried to enter Lebanon

TEHRAN- Hezbollah continues its qualitative operations against the Israeli military on the Lebanese border area that have halted the occupation army’s attempts to infiltrate villages in southern Lebanon.
US aiding and abetting Israeli genocide

TEHRAN- The United States has remained Israel’s main supporter over the past decades despite the crimes that the regime has committed in the Palestinian territories.

One year after Al-Aqsa Storm Israel has massacred tens of thousands, but there is no sign of victory