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2024-08-28 22:18
By Wesam Bahrani
Another ethnic cleansing; West Bank after Gaza
Israel launches largest assault on Jenin and Tulkarem in 20 years as it goes ahead with genocide in Gaza
TEHRAN- Armed resistance in the northern West Bank has confronted the second day of a broad Israeli invasion, engaging in intense clashes that include detonating explosive devices at various combat points.
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Expanding relations with Turkmenistan a top priority: Leader
TEHRAN – During a meeting with Turkmenistan’s national leader on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei underscored the importance of strengthening relations with Turkmenistan, emphasizing that it is a top priority for Tehran.
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Brazilian envoy to Tehran Times:
Iran, Brazil set to deepen economic and cultural ties
TEHRAN – The governments of Iran and Brazil are taking steps to boost bilateral trade and enhance cultural connections between the two countries, Brazilian envoy to Tehran Eduardo Ricardo Gradilone Neto announced during an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times.
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By Cong Peiwu, China’s ambassador to Tehran
UNGA Resolution 2758 brooks no challenge and the one-China principle is unshakable
TEHRAN - The 79th UN General Assembly will be held in New York soon. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, there are still a few forces that have been deliberately distorting and challenging UNGA Resolution 2758 and the one-China principle. Therefore, I would like to explain this important question and clarify its root cause.
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By Professor Hossein Askari
Americans should acknowledge the catastrophe they have created in Gaza
PORTLAND - Yes, we know the official Hamas count of Palestinian deaths as of August 23—a little over 41,000 and counting, with about 70 percent of the carnage women and children.
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Iranian ambassadors in Persian Gulf meet with FM
TEHRAN – A gathering of ambassadors and heads of Iranian missions in the Persian Gulf convened for discussions with Abbas Araqchi, Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Politics
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Iran summons Austrian envoy
TEHRAN- Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has summoned in the Austrian Ambassador stationed in Tehran.
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Iran human rights chief decries ex-UN envoy's presence at MKO event
TEHRAN- The secretary of Iranian High Council for Human Rights in the UN has strongly condemned Javaid Rehman, the former UN special rapporteur on human rights in Iran, for his association with the leader of Mujahedin Khalq Organization (MKO).
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Iran warns Israel against Al-Aqsa desecration: spox
TEHRAN- The spokesperson for Iran's foreign ministry, has issued a warning regarding the Israeli regime's intentions to undermine the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Sports
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Iran’s Safarzadeh determined to win a medal in 2024 Paralympics
TEHRAN – Iranian runner Hajar Safarzadeh is determined to win a medal in the 2024 Paralympic Games.
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Iran is future of Asia, Japan the best: Vital Heynen
TEHRAN – Belgian coach Vital Heynen believes that there is a great future in front of Iran volleyball, however Team Melli missed the 2024 Olympic Games.
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Iran fall short to Egypt at FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship
TEHRAN – Iran lost to Egypt 3-2 (25-19, 25-22, 19-25, 25-27, 15-13) at the 2024 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship on Sunday.
Culture
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Iranian feature film “For Rana” to get world premiere at Busan International Film Festival
TEHRAN-The Iranian feature film “For Rana” directed by Iman Yazdi will have its world premiere at the 29th Busan International Film Festival, due to be held in South Korea from October 2 to 11.
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Traditional Iranian coffeehouse paintings at Azadi Tower
TEHRAN-An exhibition titled “Mirror of Love” featuring works by artists specializing in the traditional Iranian coffeehouse painting style opened om Wednesday at the Azadi Tower's Mirror Hall in Tehran.
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Tehran Gallery hosting exhibition of Afghan calligraphy, honoring Imam Hossein (AS)
TEHRAN- An exhibition of calligraphy works by Afghan female artist Fereshteh Ahmadi is currently underway at Tehran’s Taraneh Baran Gallery.
Economy
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NISOC’s oil production increase target 65% realized
TEHRAN – The National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) has managed to realize 65 percent of its target for increasing and maintaining oil production in the oil fields under the company’s supervision in the previous Iranian calendar year (ended on March 19), an official with the company said.
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Container operation rises 4% in Iran’s ports in 5 months yr/yr
TEHRAN- Based on the data released by the Iranian Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), container operation has increased four percent in the ports of country during the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
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Iran exports 1,469 tons of honey in a year
TEHRAN- As announced by an official with Iran’s Agriculture Ministry, the country exported 1,469 tons of honey in the past Iranian calendar year 1402 (ended on March 19).
Society
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Tehran playing host to Royan Intl. Twin Congress
TEHRAN –Royan International Twin Congress, including the 25th Congress on Reproductive Biomedicine, and the 20th Congress on Stem Cell Biology and Technology, kicked off today at Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, and will run till August 30.
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Global challenges require local solutions, intl. cooperation: Tehran city councilor
TEHRAN —The chief of the Tehran City Council, Mehdi Chamran, has announced that global challenges such as climate change, human crises, and economic inequalities require local solutions, as well as enhanced international cooperation.
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Rural cooperatives to inaugurate some 80 projects in government week
TEHRAN –A total of 79 projects will be inaugurated by rural cooperatives during the government week (August 24-30) by allocating 1.43 trillion rials (about $2.38 million).
Tourism
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Restoration efforts underway in Kandovan ahead of UN registration anniversary
TEHRAN - Restoration work has begun in Kandovan, a historic village known for its unique cone-shaped, stone-carved houses, as part of efforts to eliminate unauthorized architectural interventions and enhance the village’s visual harmony.
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Ancient rock-cut tomb to undergo restoration after years of vandalism
TEHRAN - The Sun Rostam rock-cut tomb, located south of Iran’s Kermanshah, is set to undergo restoration after suffering years of vandalism.
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Falak-ol-Aflak’s former barracks transformed into museum
TEHRAN - The Sassanid-era Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress in Khorramabad, Lorestan province, is set to undergo assessment by ICOMOS experts for potential inclusion in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
International
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Another ethnic cleansing; West Bank after Gaza
TEHRAN- Armed resistance in the northern West Bank has confronted the second day of a broad Israeli invasion, engaging in intense clashes that include detonating explosive devices at various combat points.
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Israeli army frustration reaches boiling point as Hamas remais unbeatable
TEHRAN- Israeli army officials have become increasingly exasperated with the prolonged and inconclusive war against Gaza which is in its 11th month.
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Israel wages widespread aggression in the West Bank
TEHRAN- The Israeli military has launched a broad attack on the occupied West Bank, storming its cities and towns, terrorizing families and killing at least five people, including two children.
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