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2024-09-08 22:44
By Soheila Zarfam
Missile Claims
Western media claims hundreds of Iranian missiles transferred to Russia after failing to prove similar drone allegations
TEHRAN – After multiple failed counteroffensives, Ukrainian forces managed to embarrass Russia with their August incursion of Kursk which remains ongoing. However, it seems that the move is unlikely to bleed Moscow or deal a serious blow to it. With that, the West is left to find a culprit for its lost war in Ukraine, and its eyes have once again landed on Iran.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Deepening cracks in the apartheid regime
Frustration spills over as 750,000 Israelis protest Gaza war failures
TEHRAN- Widespread disillusionment and deep divisions in Israel over the war in Gaza are back in the limelight in the wake of huge and unprecedented protests held in cities such as Tel Aviv at the weekend.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Hezbollah responds to Israeli massacre
Northern settlements hit with rocket barrages
TEHRAN - Lebanon’s Hezbollah has targeted Israeli military positions in the northern settlements.
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Iraq relocates anti-Iran terrorist groups as part of security agreement with Tehran
TEHRAN – Iraq has begun relocating anti-Iran terrorist groups from its Kurdish region along the Iranian border to camps located deeper within its territory, in accordance with a security agreement between Baghdad and Tehran.
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PKK member leading terror attacks in Iran killed, says Turkey
TEHRAN – The Turkish National Intelligence Agency (MIT) has announced the killing of the leader of the Iran branch of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) terrorist group in a targeted operation in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
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Iran rejects involvement in Russia-Ukraine war
TEHRAN- The spokesperson for Iranian Foreign Ministry, stated that Iran has never been involved in the Ukraine conflict and has consistently advocated for a political resolution to the ongoing war.
Politics
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IRGC commander says Zionist regime supports Iranian border sabotage
TEHRAN – Brigadier General Mohammad Pakpour, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Ground Forces, has condemned the Zionist regime’s backing of sabotage groups operating along Iran's borders.
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Pakistan seeks to boost trade with Iran through SCO cooperation: official
TEHRAN- Pakistan's commerce minister, has reaffirmed the nation's dedication to boosting bilateral trade with Iran and other regional allies through the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
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Iranian parliament speaker urges stronger ties with Tajikistan
TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has called for strengthening the relationship between Tehran and Dushanbe, emphasizing the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation in various sectors.
Sports
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Powerlifter Aminzadeh collects Iran’s eighth gold at 2024 Paralympics
PARIS - Ahmad Aminzadeh, Iranian powerlifter, claimed a gold medal on Sunday in the 2024 Paralympic Games.
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Pwerlifter Gharibshahi snatches gold at 2024 Paralympics
TEHRAN – Aliakbar Gharibshahi of Iran won a gold medal in the men’s up to 107kg of the 2024 Paralympic Games on Sunday.
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Iran fail to qualify for 2025 U19 Basketball World Cup
TEHRAN – Iran failed to advance to 2025 FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup following 87-61 loss against New Zealand on Saturday.
Culture
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First Etqan cultural festival to kick off in Tehran
TEHRAN- The first cultural and artistic festival of Etqan will begin in Tehran on Thursday, featuring a series of stage performances, as announced by the event's secretary during a press conference at Tehran's Art Bureau on Sunday.
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Iranian short “The Last Day” to be premiered at Busan International Film Festival
TEHRAN-The Iranian short film “The Last Day” directed by Farzad Samimi will be premiered at the 29th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), due to be held in South Korea from October 2 to 11.
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Tehran meeting to explore Persian literature's impact on cinema
TEHRAN- In celebration of National Cinema Day, the Film Museum of Iran will host a seminar titled "The Role of Persian Literature in Cinema" in Tehran, featuring filmmakers from Turkey.
Economy
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25MW solar farm inaugurated in Kerman province
TEHRAN - A solar farm with the capacity of generating 25 megawatts of electricity came on stream in Shahr-e Babak Copper Complex in Kerman province, and was connected to the national power network on Sunday, IRIB reported.
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Iran’s trade with OIC member states rises 15%
TEHRAN - The value of the trade exchanges between Iran and the other 56 members of the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) reached $26.7 billion in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), registering a 15 percent increase compared to the same period a year earlier.
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Tehran hosting Iran Plast 2024 exhibition
TEHRAN - Iran’s 18th International Exhibition of Plastic, Rubber, Machinery, and Equipment (IRAN PLAST 2024) opened at the Tehran Permanent International Fairground on Sunday, Shana reported.
Society
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Precipitations at normal levels in water year so far
TEHRAN – Normal precipitations have been recorded in the current water year that started on September 23, 2023, reaching 232.5 millimeters so far, the Metrological Organization reported.
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Health ministry holding training course for Afghan specialists
TEHRAN -Iran’s health ministry is conducting a one-month training course on Incentive Care Unit (ICU) practices for a total of 40 Afghan healthcare workers including specialists and nurses.
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Iran ranks world’s third top country in intl. Olympiads
TEHRAN –Attending several international Olympiads in 2024, Iranian students managed to win 10 gold medals, 10 silver medals, and two bronze medals, ranking third globally.
Tourism
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Discover world’s largest natural ‘plant pots’
TEHRAN – Within and on the margins of the UNESCO-registered Lut Desert stand some of the most extraordinary natural formations in the world; the nabkhas.
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Efforts underway for UNESCO registration of Varamin’s 14th-century mosque
TEHRAN - The head of the Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Office of Varamin county has announced the preparation of a dossier for the Jameh Mosque of Varamin to seek UNESCO World Heritage status.
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Mashhad airport transfers 273k passengers in final days of Safar
TEHRAN - About a quarter of a million passengers have traveled through Mashhad’s international airport during the last ten days of Safar, the lunar month commemorated as the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Reza (AS), the eighth Shia Imam.
International
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Deepening cracks in the apartheid regime
TEHRAN- Widespread disillusionment and deep divisions in Israel over the war in Gaza are back in the limelight in the wake of huge and unprecedented protests held in cities such as Tel Aviv at the weekend.
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Hezbollah responds to Israeli massacre
TEHRAN - Lebanon’s Hezbollah has targeted Israeli military positions in the northern settlements.
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Philadelphi Corridor: A pretext to torpedo ceasefire talks
TEHRAN- Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza has entered its 12th month as the death toll from the onslaught approaches 41,000.
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Unsubstantiated claims by master of election meddling
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Iranian students win colorful medals at IOI 2024
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Iran rejects claims of ballistic missile transfer to Russia
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PKK member leading terror attacks in Iran killed, says Turkey
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Over 800 companies to participate in Iran Plast intl. expo
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Hezbollah responds to Israeli massacre
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Flydubai lands on Kish Island to open new tourism horizons
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China and the United States: Rivals or Partners?
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MP says Zangezur Corridor red line for Iran, warns of consequences of geopolitical changes
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Resistance confronts Israeli forces in Gaza