Leader to Qatari Emir: Hopefully, Iran and Qatar would further fulfill neighborly duties 

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei told Qatari rulers on Wednesday that Iran prioritizes ties with its neighbors and hopes for reciprocal commitment.

Storytelling Festival crowns top talents in Yazd

TEHRAN- The 26th International Storytelling Festival, organized by Iran's Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults (IIDCYA), concluded in Yazd with the announcement of winners across various categories on Tuesday. 

Tehran Auction undergoes scrutiny amidst claims of illegal art sale

TEHRAN- Following the sale of a historical artwork attributed to the renowned Safavid-era artist Reza Abbasi, controversies arose regarding the legality of the sale and its authenticity.

More than $50bn needed to rebuild Gaza 

Reconstruction efforts in Gaza will require more than $50bn after 15 months of Israel’s devastating war, according to a new assessment by the United Nations, the European Union and the World Bank, Al Jazeera reported. 

Rights group: Israel tortured Gaza medical workers

Medical workers taken from Gaza to Israeli detention centers have been subjected to widespread torture, psychological abuse, medical neglect and the provision of insufficient food rations, according to a report by the Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI).

Trump blames Ukraine over war with Russia

President Donald Trump has criticized Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he was “disappointed” that the Ukrainian leader complained about being left out of talks between the US and Russia over ending the Ukraine war.

Israeli army’s Jenin raid enters 2nd month

The Israeli army has continued with its large-scale military raid in the northern occupied West Bank city of Jenin and its refugee camp, forcing thousands to flee their homes, Al Jazeera reported. 

TEHRAN PAPERS

Iran's path passes through the sea

TEHRAN - In a commentary, the Iran newspaper discussed the two-day Caspian Economic Forum meeting hosted by Tehran, attended by officials from the five Caspian littoral countries.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad discusses future with Iran’s security chief

TEHRAN – Ziad al-Nakhala, the Secretary-General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement, met with Ali-Akbar Ahmadian, the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, in Tehran.

Iran unveils more homegrown weapons on day 3 of Ground Force drill

TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Ground Force has showcased a range of domestically developed smart missiles and combat drones as part of an ongoing large-scale military readiness exercise in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province.

At UN, Iran slams 'colonial' US plan to displace Palestinians from Gaza

TEHRAN – Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly condemned a US plan to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, calling it a blatant violation of international law and human rights.

End of Israeli aggressions necessary for regional peace, Qalibaf tells Asian parliamentarians

TEHRAN – At the 15th session of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly held in Baku on Wednesday, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, strongly asserted that the future of Palestine will not be decided by the United States or any other colonial power.

IRGC: 'Inferno' to ensue any nuclear site strikes as Israeli media rolls out alleged assault plans

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Division, warned that a devastating response would follow any strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, regardless of their success.

Rediscovering Sepandarmazgan: Iran’s forgotten day of love

TEHRAN - Before Valentine’s Day, there was Sepandarmazgan, an occasion dedicated to cherishing women and love.

7,000-year-old Godin Tepe has tourism potential, archaeologist says

TEHRAN - Iranian archaeologist Morteza Geravand has emphasized the untapped potential of Godin Tepe, an ancient settlement dating back to 5,000 BC, as a significant cultural and tourism destination.

Hashem Eskandari attends ACBS General Assembly

TEHRAN - Hashem Eskandari of Iran attended the 39th General Assembly of the Asian Confederation of Billiard Sports (ACBS) in Doha, Qatar.

By Afshin Majlesi

100 tour operators from 25 countries gather in Isfahan for major event

ISFAHAN - A five-day major tourism event kicked off on Wednesday morning in the ancient city of Isfahan, gathering 100 tour operators from 25 countries across the globe.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Integrating “just transition" principles into both global, national policies

TEHRAN –Observed on February 20 annually, the World Day of Social Justice highlights the importance of integrating social justice into global efforts to address inequities, promote peace, and achieve sustainable development.

Over 100 earthquakes shake Iran in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 105 earthquakes were recorded across the country in the 4th week of Bahman, the 11th Iranian calendar month, which falls from February 8 to 14, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

Iran’s power plant efficiency surpasses 39.6% amid fuel challenges

TEHRAN – The average efficiency of Iran’s power plants has exceeded 39.6 percent, with efforts underway to sustain the upward trend, a senior official at the country’s Thermal Power Plants Holding Company (TPPH) said.

CBI chief visits Russia to boost banking ties

TEHRAN – Central Bank of Iran (CBI) Governor Mohammad Reza Farzin traveled to Yekaterinburg, Russia, to meet with his Russian counterpart and advance monetary and banking cooperation between the two countries, as well as discuss continued collaboration within the BRICS group.

Private sector urges tax reforms at TCCIMA meeting

TEHRAN – Private sector representatives highlighted major tax challenges facing businesses at the 24th monthly meeting of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA)'s tenth-term board, attended by Mohammad-Hadi Sobhanian, head of Iran’s Tax Administration. They proposed solutions to ease tax burdens, urging the government to eliminate discretionary and extralegal tax practices.

Health ministry, UNICEF join hands to help children with Severe Acute Malnutrition

TEHRAN – The Ministry of Health and Medical Education (MoHME) in cooperation with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is providing medical care to children under the age of five who are suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) in Zabol, south-eastern Sistan-Baluchestan province.

Iran calls for expansion of Caspian energy cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Minister of Oil for International Affairs and Commerce emphasized the need for greater energy cooperation among Caspian Sea littoral states, highlighting Iran’s readiness to collaborate on major oil and gas projects with regional partners.