Tehran Times

2024-11-24 22:33
By Shahrokh Saei

Parachinar faces “genocide and terrorism”

Dozens of Shia Muslims in Pakistan's northwest have been killed by extremist groups

TEHRAN - The plight and sufferings of Shia Muslims in Pakistan’s restive northwest have come to the fore in the wake of the recent deadly attacks in the region.
- Dozens of Shias martyred in Parachinar attack
- Shias of Parachinar – victims of Takfiri terrorism and govt apathy

Hezbollah fires 340 rockets and drones at Israel, wounds 11 and causes ‘severe damage’ in Haifa

Hezbollah has fired 340 missiles and drones at Israel, according to Israeli army radio, wounding 11 people and causing “severe damage” in Tel Aviv, as its fighters put up fierce resistance in southern Lebanon.
By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah strikes Tel Aviv with missiles

TEHRAN - Hezbollah has maintained its equation of striking Tel Aviv in response to Israeli airstrikes on the Lebanese capital Beirut.
Iran to hold talks with European powers on regional and nuclear issues

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baqaei announced on Sunday that a meeting of deputy foreign ministers from Iran, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom is scheduled for Friday, December 9. The discussions will focus on a wide array of bilateral, regional, and international issues, he said.
“In the Arms of the Tree” wins Special Jury Prize at 10th Asian World Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Iranian feature film “In the Arms of the Tree” written and directed by Babak Khajepasha won an award at the 10th Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), which was held in California, the U.S., from November 13 to 21.
Iran-Russia defense, security ties to expand under pending strategic pact

TEHRAN – Russia's deputy foreign minister has revealed that a forthcoming comprehensive strategic partnership treaty between Tehran and Moscow will encompass defense and security cooperation, marking a significant expansion of bilateral ties.

Politics

Russian embassy in Tehran condemns West’s anti-Iran actions at IAEA

TEHRAN – The Russian embassy in Tehran has issued a statement criticizing the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France for their recent actions in the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Iran names new ambassador to Afghanistan

TEHRAN – Alireza Bigdeli will be replacing Hassan Kazemi Qomi as the new Iranian ambassador to Afghanistan, according to reports published on Sunday.
US, European states ramp up pressure on Iran for its nuclear program in new statement

TEHRAN – The United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany have issued a joint statement urging Iran to renew its cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Sports

Vahid Shamsaei remains in charge of Iran futsal team

TEHRAM - Iran's national futsal team, who were facing a potential coaching change after a disappointing performance at the 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup in Uzbekistan, will be remain in charge of Team Melli.
Iran kumite runners-up at 2024 Karate World Cup

TEHRAN – Iran male kumite team lost to Egypt 3-0 in the 2024 Karate World Cup final Sunday night.
Zob Ahan edge Havadar in 2024/25 Hazfi Cup Round of 32

TEHRAN – Zob Ahan football team defeated Havadar 1-0 in the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 32 on Sunday.

Culture

“In the Arms of the Tree” wins Special Jury Prize at 10th Asian World Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Iranian feature film “In the Arms of the Tree” written and directed by Babak Khajepasha won an award at the 10th Asian World Film Festival (AWFF), which was held in California, the U.S., from November 13 to 21.
23rd Hafez Awards honors best of Iranian cinema, television

TEHRAN-The 23rd film and television ceremony of Picture World Magazine (also known as Hafez Awards) announced the winners on Saturday in a ceremony held at the Ministry of Interior Hall in Tehran.
Iran’s “Melody” competing at Eurasia Intl. Film Festival

TEHRAN- “Melody” by Iranian director Behrouz Sebt Rasoul is on screen at the 17th edition of Eurasia International Film Festival, which is currently underway in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Economy

Over 150m tons of goods loaded, unloaded at Iranian ports

TEHRAN - Based on the latest data released by the Iranian Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), some 155,429,115 tons of goods were loaded and unloaded at the country’s ports in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20- November 21).
Trade via Sistan-Baluchestan hits 1.9m tons in 8 months

TEHRAN - Nearly 2.0 million tons of goods were traded through the customs terminals and border markets of Sistan-Baluchestan province during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-November 20), according to a senior provincial official.
281 idle industrial units revived in over 3 months

TEHRAN - In line with supporting production and employment, the government has revived 281 stagnant industrial units across the country since the government took office in August, IRNA reported.

Society

‘Iran highlights empowering women in all aspects’

TEHRAN –Iran has always underscored the economic, cultural, social, and political empowerment of women as a key element in policy-making, legislation, and national planning, Fakhr al-Sadat Fatemi, an advisor to the deputy vice president for women and family affairs, has stated.
Health professionals attend WHO course on managing mass casualty incidents

TEHRAN –Healthcare professionals have participated in a training course organized by the World Health Organization (WHO) on skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage mass casualty incidents (MCIs).
Iran ranks first in 4D printing publications among Islamic nations

TEHRAN – With 65 publications on four-dimensional (4D) printing over a period of ten years, Iran ranks first among Islamic countries, according to a report released by the Web of Science.

Tourism

Late Bronze Age discovery in southern Tehran may rewrite ancient Rey’s history

TEHRAN - Archaeologists have uncovered significant evidence of the Late Bronze Age (1900–1500 BC) during recent excavations at the ancient Rashkan fortress in Rey, marking the first discovery of its kind in the region, located south of Tehran.
Iran to form ‘golden rectangle’ tourism hub in central provinces

TEHRAN - Aiming to boost domestic and international tourism, relevant officials have announced plans to create a “golden rectangle” tourism hub connecting the provinces of Isfahan, Semnan, Markazi, and Qom.
Archaeologists claim to identify site of historic Battle of al-Qadisiyyah using satellite images

TEHRAN - A team of archaeologists claims to have identified the location of the historic Battle of al-Qadisiyyah, fought in c. 636 CE between Iran’s Sasanian Empire and an invading Arab army in present-day Iraq.

International

Parachinar faces “genocide and terrorism”

TEHRAN - The plight and sufferings of Shia Muslims in Pakistan’s restive northwest have come to the fore in the wake of the recent deadly attacks in the region.
Hezbollah strikes Tel Aviv with missiles

TEHRAN - Hezbollah has maintained its equation of striking Tel Aviv in response to Israeli airstrikes on the Lebanese capital Beirut.
Tombstone of law: US senator suggests invasion of Holland to protect wanted criminals

TEHRAN - The United States has thrown its full weight behind Israel since the regime launched its war of genocide on the Gaza Strip more than a year ago.

Dozens of Shia Muslims in Pakistan's northwest have been killed by extremist groups