Claim of a weakened Iran an illusion
2025-01-22 22:17In a meeting with entrepreneurs, investors, and economists, Ayatollah Khamenei emphasizes importance of de-dollarization
TEHRAN – Claims of Iran's national and regional weakening are an illusion that time will disprove, said Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
Reappearance of Hamas fighters shakes and humiliates Israel
By Matin Jamshidi
TEHRAN - After the ceasefire went into effect on January 19, the Hamas resistance fighters openly reemerged on the streets of Gaza with military uniforms and Kalashnikov rifles. They were handing three Israeli captives to the Red Cross in Gaza City.
Israel and Google: Partners in the first AI-enabled genocide
By Shahrokh Saei
TEHRAN- Fresh revelations have blown the lid off the deep involvement of US technology giants in aiding and abetting Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
West Bank assault: Israel attempts to mask domestic divisions
TEHRAN - Israel has launched a large-scale military operation in the West Bank amid growing pressure on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his failed military strategy in the Gaza Strip.
Sanctions on Burhan: A US pressure tool on Sudan
By Sondoss Al Asaad
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Does Trump’s firing of Brian Hook signal a change in his Iran policy?
TEHRAN – Upon returning to the White House on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the removal of Brian Hook, who served as his special envoy for Iran during his previous term.
Politics
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Resistance will continue as long as Israeli occupation exists: Zarif
TEHRAN – Resistance movements emerged in response to Israeli occupation, apartheid policies, and acts of genocide, and they will persist until these issues are resolved, said Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif.
Israel’s forced acceptance of ceasefire serves the grand U.S. plan
TEHRAN – Recent reports from American think tanks reveal that the U.S. has devised a comprehensive plan to curb the influence of the Islamic Republic of Iran and, in particular, the Resistance Axis in West Asia.
Three arrested in connection with assassination Supreme Court judges in Tehran
TEHRAN – Authorities in Iran have arrested three suspects in connection with the recent armed attack in Tehran, which claimed the lives of two judiciary judges Ali Razini and Mohammad Moqiseh.
Sports
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Behdad Salimi takes charge of Iran weightlifting
TEHRAN – Behdad Salimi has been appointed as the head coach of Iran's men's weightlifting team.
Esteghlal iconic midfielder Masharipov out for weeks
TEHRAN – Esteghlal midfielder Jaloliddin Masharipov’s foot injury will keep him out for a few weeks.
Tractor, Sepahan victorious in PGPL
TEHRAN – Tractor and Sepahan maintained their positions at the top of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) with victories over their rivals on Tuesday.
Culture
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Iran, China to expand cultural, artistic collaborations
TEHRAN-The Head of the Academy of Arts Majid Shah-Hosseini, and the Chinese Ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu met in Tehran on Tuesday.
Shahrzad Theater Complex to host Henrik Ibsen’s “Ghosts”
TEHRAN-the play “Ghosts” written by the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen will be staged at the Shahrzad Theater Complex in Tehran from January 27.
Fajr Intl. Theater Festival kicks off in Tehran
TEHRAN- The 43rd edition of Fajr International Theater Festival (FITF) kicked off in Tehran on Tuesday, attended by Deputy Culture Minister for Artistic Affairs Nadereh Rezai, theater professionals, and artists.
Economy
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Leader holds meeting with private sector representatives
TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei held a meeting with private sector representatives at the Imam Khomeini Husseiniyeh on Wednesday, according to Mehr News Agency.
Iran, Azerbaijan expand trade ties, boost energy cooperation
TEHRAN – The 16th meeting of the Iran-Azerbaijan Joint Economic Committee commenced in Tehran on Tuesday, where Amin Taraffo, head of the International Affairs Center at Iran’s Transport and Urban Development Ministry, announced a significant boost in trade between the two countries.
NIDC completes drilling of 79 oil, gas wells in 10 months
TEHRAN – The Deputy Director of Drilling Operations at the National Iranian Drilling Company (NIDC) announced that 79 oil and gas wells have been drilled and completed across onshore and offshore regions of the country over the first 10 months of the current Iranian year (March 20-December 21, 2024).
Society
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Tehran seeks to establish links with regional sci-tech parks
TEHRAN –Iran seeks to enhance cooperation with regional countries by establishing links with science and technology parks in the neighboring countries.
Iran, Iraq to choose pilot regions to mitigate SDSs
TEHRAN –Following some meetings on monitoring sand and dust storms (SDSs), the two sides have decided to choose pilot regions in the two countries to determine the best strategies for combating the environmental problem.
WHO lauds IBTO for services to patients with rare blood types
TEHRAN –The World Health Organization representative, Jaffar Hussain, has admired the Iranian Blood Transfusion Organization’s efforts and expertise in providing services to patients with rare blood types.
Tourism
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Tourism minister visits Susa, highlights its ‘glorious’ World Heritage
TEHRAN - On Wednesday, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, visited the UNESCO-registered ancient city of Susa in Khuzestan province. During his visit, he emphasized the city’s universal significance and its vital role in Iranian and global history.
Kashan congress discussing Persian architecture over five decades
TEHRAN – The ancient city of Kashan is hosting an architecture congress dedicated to the evolution and essence of contemporary Persian architecture and art over the past five decades.
Discover Qasr-e Khorshid: a jewel of Persian history and architecture
TEHRAN - Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Kalat county in Khorasan Razavi province, northeast Iran, Qasr-e Khorshid, also known as the Sun Palace, invites travelers to explore a fascinating blend of history, art, and architecture.
International
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Reappearance of Hamas fighters shakes and humiliates Israel
TEHRAN - After the ceasefire went into effect on January 19, the Hamas resistance fighters openly reemerged on the streets of Gaza with military uniforms and Kalashnikov rifles. They were handing three Israeli captives to the Red Cross in Gaza City.
Israel and Google: Partners in the first AI-enabled genocide
TEHRAN- Fresh revelations have blown the lid off the deep involvement of US technology giants in aiding and abetting Israel’s genocide in Gaza.
Sanctions on Burhan: A US pressure tool on Sudan
BEIRUT — The US Treasury Department imposed new sanctions on Lieutenant General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Commander-in-Chief of the Sudanese Armed Forces, accusing him of “destabilizing Sudan and undermining the democratic transition.”
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