Tehran Times

2024-12-09 22:19
By Shahrokh Saei

Rebels' Gift to Israel

Israel abuses the fall of the Syrian government, bombards the country tens of times, and occupies more parts of its land

TEHRAN- Israel’s acts of aggression against Syria in the wake of the downfall of President Bashar Assad’s government have put the spotlight on the regime’s expansionist ambitions.
- Israeli tanks enter Syria for first time in 50 years

By Soheila Zarfam

Al-Jolani and Iran

To build a state, the terror leader needs to appeal to Tehran despite his so far incendiary tone

THERAN – A Daesh and al-Qaeda affiliate began topping headlines in late November as he led a multi-national force of tens of thousands in a major offensive into Syria's northwestern Aleppo, exploiting the Syrian army's apparent lack of resistance and marking a new era of instability and uncertainty in the war-torn country.
By Wesam Bahrani

US bombards alleged Daesh targets in Syria

TEHRAN - The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced a huge number of airstrikes against alleged Daesh targets in Syria.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Fleeing the militants, 35,000 Syrian families take refuge in Baalbek-Hermel

BEKAA, Lebanon – As Syrian cities fell to the armed opposition groups one after another like dominoes, the Lebanese towns in northern Bekaa close to the border with Syria have witnessed an unprecedented exodus of refugees.
By our staff writer

The world watching post-Assad Syria attentively

TEHRAN - What is awaiting Syria is unclear given the history of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and other groups that conquered major Syrian cities one after another in a very short time and toppled the government of Syrian President Bashar a-Assad.
President Pezeshkian emphasizes decentralization to improve management efficiency

TEHRAN – On Monday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke on the sidelines of a nationwide governors' meeting, stressing the importance of decentralizing decision-making to improve management efficiency across the country.

Politics

Assad’s fall: what it means for US strategy toward Iran under Trump

TEHRAN – With the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria on December 9, the question arises as to what consequences this will have for the United States under the presidency of Trump, who is set to take office on January 20, 2024.
Araghchi: Syrian crisis result of US-Israeli scheme, army's unexpected frailty

TEHRAN – In a televised interview, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attributed the recent fall of the Syrian government to a covert plan orchestrated by the United States and the Israeli regime.
ECO chief calls for revival of historical Silk Road links in Tehran conference

TEHRAN – The Secretary General of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), Asad Majeed Khan, has urged member states to revive historical connections along the ancient Silk Road and transform the region into a global air transport hub.

Sports

10-man Tractor defeat Gol Gohar: PGPL

TEHRAN – 10-man Tractor football team defeated Gol Gohar 2-0 in 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Monday.
Iran to play Russia in friendly match

TEHRAN – Iran national football team will meet Russia in a friendly match in October 2025.
Esteghlal complete signing of Masoud Juma

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football club completed the signing of former Cape Town City striker Masoud Juma.

Culture

Two awards for Iran cinema at Olympia International Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Iranian short animation “In the Shadow of the Cypress” directed by Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani and the feature documentary “Grand Me” by Atiye Zare Arandi have grabbed awards at the 27th Olympia International Film Festival for Children and Young People in Pyrgos, Greece.
IAF cinematheque to review Royal National Theatre's “No Man's Land”

TEHRAN- The Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) is scheduled to screen a recorded stage performance of the Royal National Theatre's adaptation of British playwright and screenwriter Harold Pinter’s play “No Man's Land” on Wednesday.
Art event supporting Gazan children underway in Tehran

TEHRAN- An artistic event titled "We Will Not Fade Away," showcasing the support of Iranian children for vulnerable children in Gaza and Lebanon, is underway at the Cultural and Artistic Creations Center of the Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCY-Kanoon) in Tehran.

Economy

Agricultural machinery production rises 10% in 7 months

TEHRAN – Iran's production of agricultural machinery increased by 10 percent in the first seven months of the current Iranian year (March 20-October 21), compared to the same period last year, a senior official at the Ministry of Industry, Mining, and Trade said.
TCCIMA’s Anti-Corruption Committee collaborates with ISO

TEHRAN – The Tehran Chamber of Commerce Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA)’s Anti-Corruption Committee, representing the private sector, has begun collaboration with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), a senior official said on Monday.
Gas consumption soars by 130 million cubic meters

TEHRAN – Iran's gas consumption in the residential and commercial sectors reached 582 million cubic meters on Sunday, a significant increase compared to the same day last year, according to the National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC).

Society

Blood donation rises by 4% in 8 months

TEHRAN –Blood donation in Iran has increased by more than four percent in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year which started on March 20, compared to the same period last year.
National Research, Technology Week to be held

TEHRAN -The National Research and Technology Week is scheduled to be held from December 13 to 19.
Tehran, Bern to further health ties

TEHRAN – Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi and Swiss Ambassador to Tehran Nadine Olivieri Lozano have discussed ways to enhance cooperation in the health sector.

Tourism

Unique opportunity to introduce Iran’s heritage to the Chinese

TEHRAN – The major exhibition “The Glory of Ancient Persia” provides a unique opportunity to introduce the ancient heritage of Iran to the Chinese public, the deputy director of Iran National Museum said on Sunday.
Sassanid site in Rey, southern Tehran, secured with walls

TEHRAN - The Tepe Mil archaeological site in Rey, southern Tehran, has recently been enclosed with protective walls, a significant step in preserving this key Sassanid-era site.
Bagh-e Jahan Nama: a site to experience tranquility and history

TEHRAN – Located in the ancient city of Shiraz, Bagh-e Jahan Nama beckons visitors with its serene allure, providing a tranquil haven for leisurely afternoons.

International

US bombards alleged Daesh targets in Syria

TEHRAN - The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced a huge number of airstrikes against alleged Daesh targets in Syria.
Fleeing the militants, 35,000 Syrian families take refuge in Baalbek-Hermel

BEKAA, Lebanon – As Syrian cities fell to the armed opposition groups one after another like dominoes, the Lebanese towns in northern Bekaa close to the border with Syria have witnessed an unprecedented exodus of refugees.
Assad gone, Syria in twilight

TEHRAN - The fall of the Syrian government has underscored the precarious future of the Mediterranean country amidst the ongoing chaos.