Tehran Times

2024-11-22 11:14
Tehran activates advanced centrifuges in response to anti-Iran resolution

TEHRAN - In response to the "unjustifiable" resolution passed by the IAEA Board of Governors against Iran’s peaceful nuclear program under the influence of the European trio (E3) and the United States, Iran immediately put into operation a “substantial number of advanced centrifuges of various models”.

ICC issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza

The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the regime's former defense minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity relating to the Gaza war.
By Mona Hojat Ansari

West's nuclear blackmail

IAEA poised to pass anti-Iran resolution after Tehran warns it would take "commensurate" measures

TEHRAN – The already strained relationship between Iran and Europe seemed destined for a further deterioration Wednesday, as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) director-general held a press conference in Vienna following his return from Iran, and in advance of a critical IAEA Board of Governors vote scheduled for Thursday.
Iran calls on IAEA board members to resist E3 moves

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi calls on certain countries member to the IAEA Board of Governors to stand against the moves by the European trio (Britain, France and Germany) who are trying to turn the board into a tool into the hands of few nuclear armed Western countries to advance their political greed.
Iran says will inject gas into advanced centrifuges if IAEA board endorses E3-drafted resolution

TEHRAN - A top Iranian diplomat warned on Wednesday that Tehran will deliver a “decisive and immediate” response if the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors ratifies a resolution drafted by the European trio (E3) against the Islamic Republic for its nuclear program.
By Shahrokh Saei

War on Lebanon: Israel stuck between Scylla and Charybdis

TEHRAN - The latest trip of US envoy Amos Hochstein to the region bears the hallmark of Washington’s political maneuvering in the wake of the Israeli military’s predicaments.

Politics

'Trump admin should either return to JCPOA or sign another one with Iran's conditions'

TEHRAN – Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, has said the new Donald Trump administration should either return to the 2015 nuclear deal, known as the JCPOA, and compensate Iran for the economic losses or craft another agreement with the “conditions” that Iran will set.
Pezeshkian urges Pope’s intervention to end Israeli violence in West Asia

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has appealed to Pope Francis for intervention to halt ongoing Israeli violence in the region, which has wreaked havoc in Gaza and Lebanon and could spread to other parts of West Asia any second.
Iran, Norway discuss peace efforts in Yemen, express support for dialogue

TEHRAN – Norway’s Special Representative for Yemen, Heidi Johansen, led a delegation to Tehran to discuss pressing issues with Ali Asghar Khaji, a senior advisor to Iran’s foreign minister on Tuesday.

Sports

Iran third at 2024 IWBF U23 Asia Oceania Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated the Philippines 66-19 on Friday to come third at the 2024 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) U23 Asia Oceania Championship.
2024/25 Hazfi Cup: Persepolis victorious over Mes Soongoun

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team started the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 32 on high note, beating Mes Songoon 3-0 on Thursday.
Iran beat Thailand at 2024 IWBF U23 Asia Oceania Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Thailand 60-25 at the 2024 International Wheelchair Basketball Federation (IWBF) U23 Asia Oceania Championship on Wednesday.

Culture

Leader’s commendation for books on Defenders of Shrine unveiled

TEHRAN- The commendations of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, on three significant books recounting the stories of the Defenders of the Holy Shrine who were martyred in Syria were unveiled during a ceremony in Tehran on Wednesday.
Iran’s Cinema Verite to screen Lebanon’s “A State of Passion”

TEHRAN- “A State of Passion”, co-directed by Lebanese documentarians Carol Mansour and Muna Khalidi, will go on screen at the he 18th edition of the International Documentary Film Festival of Iran, known as Cinema Verite, in Tehran.
35 Iranian films to attend Ahmedabad International Children Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Ahmedabad International Children Film Festival (AICFF) has picked up 35 films from Iran in the lineup for its 6th edition that is planned to be held from November 30 to December 8 in Ahmedabad, India.

Economy

Iran eyes connecting its railway with China through Afghanistan

TEHRAN – The head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (RAI), in a meeting with the head of Afghanistan Railway, said the country is eyeing to connect its railway network to China via Afghanistan, the portal of Iran’s Transport Ministry reported.
Iran, Russia determined to develop ties at maximum level: VP

TEHRAN - Iranian Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref has announced Tehran and Moscow's strong determination to strengthen bilateral relations to the maximum level, Shana reported.
Reaching PTA, a prerequisite for boosting Iran-Tajikistan trade

TEHRAN - Iran and Tajikistan have emphasized the need to expedite a preferential trade agreement (PTA) and completely eliminate visa requirements to boost bilateral economic relations, the portal of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) reported.

Society

Armenia to host Iranian knowledge-based delegation

TEHRAN –Supported by the vice-presidency for science, technology, and knowledge-based economy, a delegation of Iranian knowledge-based firms will be dispatched to Armenia to showcase the latest technological accomplishments of the country and explore markets for Iranian products.
Iran aims to promote women’s economic, social empowerment: VP

TEHRAN – Zahra Behrouz-Azar, the Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, has stated that the current administration focuses on empowering women in social and economic areas, as well as improving their access to social services and facilities through implementing certain national programs.
A glimpse into the future: brain-machine interfaces

TEHRAN - The intersection of neuroscience and technology is giving rise to a new era of human-machine interaction.

Tourism

Tchogha Zanbil upgrades protection: high-tech monitoring guards UNESCO site

TEHRAN - The historic ziggurat of Tchogha Zanbil in southwest Iran, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has taken significant steps to enhance its preservation.
Tang-e Sulak: a harmony of cultural heritage and landscape

TEHRAN - Tang-e Sulak, also known as Sarvak, is where the history and nature tell a timeless tale in Kohgiluyeh-Boyerahmad province, southwest Iran.
Traditional attire of lur ethnic group made national heritage

TEHRAN - The traditional attire of Lur women and men has been inscribed on Iran’s National Intangible Heritage List.

International

War on Lebanon: Israel stuck between Scylla and Charybdis

TEHRAN - The latest trip of US envoy Amos Hochstein to the region bears the hallmark of Washington’s political maneuvering in the wake of the Israeli military’s predicaments.
Hezbollah kills 110 Israeli troops and injures over 1,050 others on border

TEHRAN- Hezbollah has announced its fighters have killed over 110 Israeli troops and injured more than 1,050 others on the Lebanese border with occupied Palestine since October 1.
Is a “settlement” on the Lebanese border imminent?

BEIRUT - US presidential envoy Amos Hochstein held intensive negotiations with Lebanese officials on a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel before he headed to the occupied Palestinian territories on Tuesday night.

IAEA poised to pass anti-Iran resolution after Tehran warns it would take "commensurate" measures