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2024-08-23 21:46
By Soheila Zarfam
Arbaeen of Disavowal
Pilgrims on Arbaeen walk mourn Imam Hussein (AS) while slamming Israeli crimes against Palestinians
The Arbaeen pilgrimage is a profoundly unique experience, especially for first-timers. Walking tens of kilometers under the scorching sun to reach the holy shrine of Imam Hossein (AS), sharing space with people from diverse backgrounds and nationalities, and relying on the kindness of strangers for sustenance and shelter, are all experiences far removed from daily life.
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By Parviz Rashidi
Don’t give wrong address on Oct. 7 attack
Wounded hearts may act as time bombs in the future
TEHRAN - Donald Trump has claimed that Kamala Harris, the U.S. vice president and the Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential elections, “hates” Israel and is responsible for the Hamas attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Wolf in sheep's clothing: Harris grieves for Gazans, enables Israeli genocide
TEHRAN- Comments made by US Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago about Israel’s war on Gaza showed that Washington’s claims of being a mediator in ceasefire talks between the Tel Aviv regime and Hamas ring hollow.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Oil tanker heading to Israeli port struck
Ansarullah target two “Israeli-linked” vessels
TEHRAN - An oil tanker has changed route after coming under attack by Yemen’s Ansarallah in the Red Sea.
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By Xavier Villar
Firms or countries aiding Israel are complicit in Gaza genocide
MADRID - As Israel continues its bombardment of Gaza, destroying infrastructure and flattening homes in the West Bank, many signatory nations of the Geneva Conventions and the Genocide Convention are still supplying oil to Israel. According to legal experts, this commercial relationship could implicate them as accomplices in the severe crimes being committed against the Palestinian people.
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Araqchi highlights potential for cooperation with Japan amid illegal U.S. sanctions
TEHRAN – There are significant opportunities for cooperation between Iran and Japan, particularly in the energy and economic sectors, said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi during an interview with Japanese media.
Politics
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‘Nuclear weapons not part of Iran's defense, security strategy’: spox
TEHRAN- Addressing a query regarding the anti-Iranian assertion made by the chair of the U.S. House Intelligence Committee, the spokesperson for the Iranian foreign ministry stated that nuclear weapons have never been a component of Iran's defense and security strategy.
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Iranian intelligence captures 14 Daesh members in nationwide operations
TEHRAN – Iran’s intelligence forces have apprehended 14 members of the Daesh terrorist group across four provinces in the country.
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Resistance to escalate operations amid continued Israeli airstrikes on Gaza: IRGC
TEHRAN – A high-ranking commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has issued a stern warning that Resistance forces will persist in their operations as long as the United States-backed Israeli airstrikes on Gaza continue.
Sports
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Esteghlal escape defeat against Malavan thanks to VAR
TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team were awarded two penalties against Malavan in Matchweek 2 of the 2024/25 Iran Professional League (PGPL) thanks to VAR intervention on Friday.
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Iran to meet Libya at FIVB Boys’ U17 World Championship opener
TEHRAN – Iran U17 head coach is optimistic about FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship, where the Persians are scheduled to meet Libya in their opening match.
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Mohsen Kaveh no longer Iran wrestling coach
TEHRAN – Mohsen Kaveh resigned from his post as head coach of Iran freestyle wrestling team on Friday.
Culture
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Iran's “In the Shadow of the Cypress” competes at Melbourne film festival
TEHRAN- Iranian short animation “In the Shadow of the Cypress”, co-directed by Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani, is on screen at the 72nd edition of Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF), which is currently underway at the Australian city.
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House of Cinema to show restored version of Albert Lamorisse’s documentary about Iran
TEHRAN-The cinematheque of House of Cinema in Tehran will screen the restored version of “The Lovers’ Wind,” a documentary directed and produced by the late French filmmaker Albert Lamorisse about Iran, on Monday.
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Iranian music producer to deliver speech at St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum
TEHRAN-Iranian music producer, festival manager, and composer Ardavan Jafarian will be one of the guest speakers at the 10th St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum, slated to be held in St. Petersburg, Russia, from September 11 to 14.
Economy
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Iran’s new oil minister outlines short-term plans
TEHRAN – Iran’s new Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad has outlined the ministry’s short-term plans, stressing resolving the energy imbalance in the country as a priority, Shana reported.
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Drilling operations begin for 3 infill wells at South Pars gas field
TEHRAN – Iran’s Petropars Company begins the operations for drilling three infill wells at South Pars gas field which Iran shares with Qatar in the Persian Gulf, Shana reported.
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Industry Ministry to focus on increasing domestic production, says new minister
TEHRAN – Iran’s new Industry, Mining, and Trade Minister Mohammad Atabak has said his programs will be mainly focused on realizing production leap under the framework of the Seventh National Development Plan.
Society
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Intl. Congress on Cardiovascular Updates to be held
TEHRAN –The 24th International Congress on Cardiovascular Updates is scheduled to be held from September 17 to 20 in Tehran.
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IRCS, UNICEF to boost students’ knowledge in climate change
TEHRAN –Under a newly launched initiative, titled Green DADRAS, the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in collaboration with the Climate Change Secretariat aim to promote students’ climate literacy.
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Iranian knowledge-based product among XR Awards finalists
TEHRAN –An Iranian knowledge-based product, GearMaster VR, has been announced among the top ten finalists in XR Education and Training Solution of the Year.
Tourism
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Feasibility study conducted on shark tourism in southern Iran
TEHRAN – An Iranian expert has conducted a research project probing the feasibility of launching shark tourism in the waters surrounding Chabahar in the Sea of Oman.
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Hamedan’s 15-day celebration: discounts in honor of Avicenna
TEHRAN - Hamedan is set to celebrate its national day coinciding with Avicenna’s birth anniversary with a 15-day discount on hospitality services.
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Models of vintage, classic cars on show in Tehran
TEHRAN – Models of vintage and classic cars have been put on show at Iran’s National Car Museum, located in western Tehran.
International
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Don’t give wrong address on Oct. 7 attack
TEHRAN - Donald Trump has claimed that Kamala Harris, the U.S. vice president and the Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential elections, “hates” Israel and is responsible for the Hamas attack on southern Israel on October 7 last year.
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Wolf in sheep's clothing: Harris grieves for Gazans, enables Israeli genocide
TEHRAN- Comments made by US Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago about Israel’s war on Gaza showed that Washington’s claims of being a mediator in ceasefire talks between the Tel Aviv regime and Hamas ring hollow.
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Oil tanker heading to Israeli port struck
TEHRAN - An oil tanker has changed route after coming under attack by Yemen’s Ansarallah in the Red Sea.
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Iranian intelligence captures 14 Daesh members in nationwide operations
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Araqchi highlights potential for cooperation with Japan amid illegal U.S. sanctions
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Firms or countries aiding Israel are complicit in Gaza genocide
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