Tehran Times

2024-11-22 22:22
By Shahrokh Saei

Wanted butcher

Israel has been gripped by fear in the wake of the arrest warrant issued by the ICC against PM Netanyahu

TEHRAN- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been like a cat on hot bricks since he found himself in the crosshairs of the International Criminal Court (ICC).
- EU says ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant 'binding'
- Netanyahu gripped by fear of potential arrest

By Soheila Zarfam

Cycles of conflict

The cost of U.S. strategy in West Asia

TEHRAN – Abigail Hauslohner’s article, “Iran hawks will hold less sway in Trump’s new government,” published in the Washington Post on November 17, delves into the escalating rhetoric from U.S. Republican leaders advocating for a hardline approach toward Iran.
By Ehsan Etesam

ICC’s warrant: Plan B for saving Israel

How did the West help Israel survive collapsing from within through a “Political Hannibal Directive”?

TEHRAN – In an unprecedented move, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued a decision Thursday that has sent shockwaves through the international community. The court's bombshell announcement, delivered on Nov. 22, has sparked widespread discussion and debate about its implications and potential consequences.
By Matin Jamshidi

ICC order implicitly faults enablers of war crimes in Gaza

Netanyahu and Biden finally find themselves ill-fated

TEHRAN - U.S. President Joe Biden has called an International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza “outrageous”. But, in reality, Biden’s objection to the arrest warrant is outrageous.
By Wesam Bahrani

World reacts to ICC arrest warrants

TEHRAN- The International Criminal Court’s decision to issue arrest warrants for senior Israeli leaders has been strongly welcomed by many but rejected in some corners.
Iran to deploy new advanced centrifuges in response to ‘unjust’ IAEA resolution

TEHRAN – Iran has decided to activate new advanced centrifuges, rejecting an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors resolution that rebuked Tehran despite its offer of new concessions.

Politics

Tehran, Caracas deepen strategic ties with new cooperation agreements

TEHRAN – In a landmark visit to Venezuela, Iran has signed a series of agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors.
Larijani says he is “sure Hezbollah will win” following Beirut visit

TEHRAN – In an interview with Khamenei.ir, Ali Larijani, an advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, shared insights from his recent back-to-back visits to Syria and Lebanon during a time of escalating tensions due to ongoing Israeli aggressions.
Students unite for Resistance in Tehran gathering

TEHRAN – Iranian students gathered to showcase their support for the Axis of Resistance in inaugural national assembly of “Resistance Ambassadors” which took place on Thursday morning in Tehran.

Sports

Shams Azar into 2024/25 Hazfi Cup Round of 16

TEHRAN – Shams Azar defeated Shahin Tehran 2-1 in the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 32.
Iran's women's futsal team: A forgotten champion!

TEHRAN - Iran’s women’s futsal team, the two-time Asian champions, are facing an uncertain future as the country’s football federation fails to provide adequate support.
Zahra Nemati appointed Iran’s Para archery head coach

TEHRAN – Three-time Paralympic Games gold medal winner Zahra Nemati was appointed as new head coach of Iran’s Para archery team.

Culture

Iran attending 47th Kuwait International Book Fair

TEHRAN-Iran is participating in the 47th Kuwait International Book Fair, which kicked off on November 20 in Kuwait's Hawalli Governorate under the theme “The World in a Book”.
Biography of Hitler's foreign minister published in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “Ribbentrop” by Michael Bloch has been released in the bookstores across Iran.f
What’s in Tehran art galleries

An exhibition of paintings and sculptures by Mahsa Najafi is underway at Ebteda Gallery. The exhibition titled “Self Alienation” will run until November 26 at the gallery located at 35 Farrokhi Alley, near Vali-e Asr Square.

Economy

Over 800 companies partaking in Iran’s intl. metallurgy expo

TEHRAN - Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds is hosting the 21st edition of Iran’s international exhibition of metallurgy, dubbed IRAN METAFO, during November 23-26, IRIB reported.
Iran among world’s top 4 aircraft refueler builders

TEHRAN - Iran is among the world's top four countries in producing aircraft refuelers, an official familiar with the matter told IRIB.
‘Iran can become transit corridor for transferring Japanese products’

TEHRAN - Iran’s transit corridor which is a regional hub can play a significant role in transporting Japanese products in the region, Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh said in a meeting with Japanese Ambassador to Iran Tamaki Tsukada.

Society

29 Iranian universities in THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025

TEHRAN –Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings (ISR) has placed 29 Iranian universities among top institutions worldwide for interdisciplinary science research.
Knowledge-based firms to attend Japan's nano tech expo

TEHRAN –A delegation of Iranian knowledge-based companies will participate in the 24th International Nanotechnology Exhibition & Conference (nano tech 2025) which is scheduled to be held from January 29 to 31 in Tokyo, Japan.
Telerehabilitation program to target underprivileged areas

TEHRAN –The State Welfare Organization is planning to start a telerehabilitation program to train 1,618 children with hearing and physical mobility disabilities all over the country.

Tourism

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.
Iran’s Bandar-e Khamir recognized by UNESCO as a Global Learning City

TEHRAN – Bandar-e Khamir, a coastal city in southern Iran, has been named one of 12 exemplary cities in UNESCO’s Global Network of Learning Cities (GNLC) for its contributions to lifelong learning and climate action.
Neyshabur’s ancient rainmaking ritual registered on Iran’s tourism calendar

TEHRAN - The time-honored rainmaking ritual of “Chooli Qazak” in Neyshabur has been officially registered on Iran’s tourism calendar, according to Kamal Khani, the head of the city’s Office for Cultural Heritage and Tourism.

International

Wanted butcher

TEHRAN- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been like a cat on hot bricks since he found himself in the crosshairs of the International Criminal Court (ICC).
ICC’s warrant: Plan B for saving Israel

TEHRAN – In an unprecedented move, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued a decision Thursday that has sent shockwaves through the international community. The court's bombshell announcement, delivered on Nov. 22, has sparked widespread discussion and debate about its implications and potential consequences.
ICC order implicitly faults enablers of war crimes in Gaza

TEHRAN - U.S. President Joe Biden has called an International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza “outrageous”. But, in reality, Biden’s objection to the arrest warrant is outrageous.