Tehran Times

2024-11-23 22:02
By Mona Hojat Ansari

Europe forcing Iran out of NPT

As European hostilities continue unabated Iranians question benefits of goodwill and cooperation

TEHRAN – The Europeans’ confrontational strategy toward Iran is a high-stakes gamble they cannot win. Not only is this approach failing to achieve its objectives, but it's also pushing Iran towards drastic measures, including a potential withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), a course of action initially opposed by many within Iran's leadership.
- Iran says will leave NPT if snapback of UNSC sanctions triggered
- West's nuclear blackmail

Ayatollah Khamenei says all Israeli political and military captains must face justice

TEHRAN - In a post published in Hebrew language on X on Saturday night, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei suggested that all political and military officials of Israel must be put on trial for the crimes they have committed in the besieged Gaza enclave.
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 Shahrokh Saei

Tombstone of law: US senator suggests invasion of Holland to protect wanted criminals

TEHRAN - The United States has thrown its full weight behind Israel since the regime launched its war of genocide on the Gaza Strip more than a year ago.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Hezbollah paralyzes Israel's economy

BEIRUT - With great slowness and a clear failure to establish control, the Israeli invading army continues its attempt to invade two main axes: the Khiyam axis in the eastern sector and the Shama-Bayada axis in the western sector.
By Xavier Villar

The ICC's challenge: Confronting the true perpetrators of the Gaza genocide

MADRID - The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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

Iran freestyle team defeat Russia in friendly

TEHRAN – Iran’s freestyle team defeated Russia in a friendly match held in Moscow, Russia Saturday night.
Nemati aims high as Iran’s Para archery head coach

TEHRAN - Iran's Para archery team has a new leader; Zahra Nemati, a legendary figure in the sport, has taken the helm as head coach. With her extensive experience and passion for the sport, Nemati is poised to inspire the next generation of Para archers.
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.

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

Iranian economy minister to attend WAIPA Conference in Riyadh

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Abdolnaser Hemmati is traveling to Saudi Arabia to participate in the 28th World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) Conference which is due to be held from November 25 to 27, 2024 in Riyadh.
Alumina powder output exceeds 138,000 tons in 7 months

TEHRAN - Production of alumina powder in Iran reached 138,859 tons in the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-October 21), according to the data released by the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization (IMIDRO).
Gas supply to power plants up by 3.3 mcm/d

TEHRAN - Natural gas delivery to power plants stood at 182 million cubic meters per day (mcm/d) during the week ended on 23 November, indicating a 3.3 mcm/d rise against the same period last year.

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

Tombstone of law: US senator suggests invasion of Holland to protect wanted criminals

TEHRAN - The United States has thrown its full weight behind Israel since the regime launched its war of genocide on the Gaza Strip more than a year ago.
Hezbollah paralyzes Israel's economy

BEIRUT - With great slowness and a clear failure to establish control, the Israeli invading army continues its attempt to invade two main axes: the Khiyam axis in the eastern sector and the Shama-Bayada axis in the western sector.
The ICC's challenge: Confronting the true perpetrators of the Gaza genocide

MADRID - The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity.

As European hostilities continue unabated Iranians question benefits of goodwill and cooperation

The cost of U.S. strategy in West Asia