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2024-12-25 22:36
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh
U.S. Sisyphean dream: 'Regime change' in Iran
Senator says U.S. should work to destabilize Iran after over 4 decades of failed attempts
TEHRAN – Ted Cruz is a notoriously abominable U.S. senator, who usually believes Washington hasn’t killed enough people through its war around the world. His foreign policy initiatives are often the subject of folly even among Americans. But what he says about Iran bespeaks an undying dream the U.S. has always had in regard to the country.
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Prof. Hunter talks to Tehran Times:
It’s hard to predict HTS would embrace inclusive government in Syria: scholar
TEHRAN - An independent scholar believes it is hard to anticipate whether the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) would establish a government with the involvement of Syria’s diverse ethnic and religious groups.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Turning the tide: Syrians rising up against Israeli occupation
TEHRAN- Anger is growing in Syria over Israel’s acts of aggression and military presence in the Arab country.
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By Sondoss Al Asaad
Palestinian Christians deprived of celebrating Christmas
BEIRUT - Due to the ongoing Israeli war on the Gaza Strip and amidst the Israeli restrictions the manifestations of Christian celebrations on the occasion of Christmas in Palestine have disappeared.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Defiant Yemen strikes Israelis again
TEHRAN – The Sanaa government in Yemen has announced that its forces successfully struck the Israeli regime with a hypersonic ballistic missile.
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Why is the Russian embassy in Tehran raising its perimeter wall?
TEHRAN – The Russian Embassy in Iran has addressed recent media speculation regarding construction work on its premises, clarifying that the ongoing adjustments to its perimeter wall are part of a routine maintenance project and not a reaction to any specific threat or concern.
Politics
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Pezeshkian visits North Khorasan on second provincial trip as president
TEHRAN – In his second provincial trip as President, Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in North Khorasan on Wednesday to engage with local economic activists and discuss strategies for regional development.
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Iran gears up for large-scale military exercises in coming days
TEHRAN – Iran has announced its Armed Forces will conduct a series of significant military exercises in the coming days, aimed at enhancing both defensive and offensive capabilities.
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Army honors top diplomat with prestigious military award
TEHRAN – In a ceremony recognizing outstanding contributions to diplomacy, Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, Chief of Staff and Deputy Coordinator of the Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran, awarded the prestigious Medal of Iran Army to the Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
Sports
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Future of Iran weightlifting looks promising
TEHRAN - The recent performance of the Iranian weightlifting team at the 2024 World Weightlifting Championships in Bahrain offers a glimpse into the future of the sport in the country.
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Iran’s Super Cup to be held on Jan. 17
TEHRAN – A Super Cup match between Persepolis and Sepahan football team will be held on Jan. 17 in Arak’s Imam Khomeini Stadium.
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Iranian weightlifter Paydar snatches gold at 2024 Asian Youth & Junior Championships
TEHRAN – Iran’s weightlifter Ariya Paydar won a gold medal at the 2024 Asian Youth & Junior Championships on Tuesday.
Culture
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“Ja'far ibn Abi Talib” painting unveiled in Tehran
TEHRAN- The painting titled "Ja'far ibn Abi Talib," created by Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin, was unveiled during a ceremony on Monday at the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran. This artwork depicts a portrait of Ja'far ibn Abi Talib, the brother of Imam Ali (AS).
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“Doctor Zhivago” to debut in new Persian translation
TEHRAN- A new Persian translation of Russian poet and novelist Boris Pasternak’s "Doctor Zhivago" by Iranian translator Abtin Golkar is set to hit the book market soon.
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IAF to screen Adam Elliot’s “Memoir of a Snail”
TEHRAN-The 2024 animation “Memoir of a Snail” will be screened at the Naseri Hall of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Thursday.
Economy
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Iran to sign $6b contracts to boost gas recovery from South Pars
TEHRAN - Iran's oil minister announced plans to finalize $6.0 billion worth of contracts to boost pressure at the South Pars gas field, which is a top national priority.
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'Trade agreements to accelerate development of Iran’s export infrastructure'
TEHRAN - Deputy head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) has highlighted the approval of the Iran-Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) free trade agreement by the Iranian Parliament, describing trade agreements as a driving force for completing export infrastructure.
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‘Energy Ministry must prioritize domestic production in building renewable power plants’
TEHRAN - The head of the Semnan Chamber of Commerce has urged the government to ensure that in the construction of renewable power plants domestic production and using home-made equipment and parts be prioritized.
Society
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Environmental diplomacy needs to be strengthened
TEHRAN –Being transboundary, many complicated environmental challenges can be addressed through environmental diplomacy, which means negotiations among two or more countries.
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Iran ready to set up joint sci-tech park in Iraq
TEHRAN – Science, Research, and Technology Minister, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, has announced the country’s readiness to establish a joint science and technology park in Iraq.
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Female literacy rate up 2.5 times after Islamic Revolution
TEHRAN –Following the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the literacy rate among women has increased by 2.5 times, the head of the Literacy Movement Organization has said.
Tourism
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Christmas celebrations illuminate New Jolfa neighborhood
ISFAHAN- The New Jolfa neighborhood, one of the most picturesque and historic quarters of Isfahan, is glowing with lights and decorations in the lead-up to the New Year.
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Tourism minister highlights Iran’s tradition of peaceful coexistence in Christmas message
TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism minister has issued a message marking the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ, extending congratulations and highlighting the country’s long-standing history as a cradle of peaceful coexistence among monotheistic religions, cultures, and beliefs.
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Iran plans new tourist pathway linking Persepolis, Naqsh-e Rostam, and Naqsh-e Rajab
TEHRAN - The Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Directorate of Fars province has announced the design of a new 6-kilometer tourist pathway connecting three of Iran’s most iconic archaeological sites: Persepolis, Naqsh-e Rostam, and Naqsh-e Rajab.
International
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Turning the tide: Syrians rising up against Israeli occupation
TEHRAN- Anger is growing in Syria over Israel’s acts of aggression and military presence in the Arab country.
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Palestinian Christians deprived of celebrating Christmas
BEIRUT - Due to the ongoing Israeli war on the Gaza Strip and amidst the Israeli restrictions the manifestations of Christian celebrations on the occasion of Christmas in Palestine have disappeared.
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Defiant Yemen strikes Israelis again
TEHRAN – The Sanaa government in Yemen has announced that its forces successfully struck the Israeli regime with a hypersonic ballistic missile.
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Western pressure drives Iran and Russia closer
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‘U.S. agent assassinated Iranian military advisor in Syria:’ senior commander
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Iran asks UN to respond to Israel's official admission of Haniyeh's killing
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From fatigues to fashion: Al-Sharaa's suit and tie cannot hide rebels’ true nature
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Iraq rejects US demand to dismantle popular forces
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Israel’s admission of Haniyeh assassination
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Trump's behavior will shape Iran’s policies: Leader’s advisor warns threats will be matched
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Iran exports non-oil goods worth $4.8b to UAE in 8 months
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"War on Gaza": Joe Sacco’s graphic journey through genocide
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Pezeshkian tells Russian Deputy PM Iran resolved to complete Rasht-Astara railroad
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Jolfa: a journey through UNESCO heritage and nature’s splendor
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All religions should unite in pursuit of peace, Zarif says in Christmas message
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Japanese media says Iran planning to seek Tokyo’s mediation in potential talks with U.S.
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Iran to unveil its first AI-equipped oil well next year
