TEHRAN PAPERS

Ankara's strategy with the Syria card

TEHRAN -In an article by Javad Mirgaloy Bayat, Farhikhtegan discussed Turkey's evolving diplomatic approach regarding Syria, specifically focusing on comments made by Hakan Fidan, Turkey's Foreign Minister.

IAF to host Wajdi Mouawad’s “Thirsty” 

TEHRAN-The play “Thirsty” by Wajdi Mouawad will be staged at the Entezami Hall of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran from December 24.

Iranian short film “Twenty-One Weeks Later” receives award at Spanish festival 

TEHRAN-The Iranian short film “Twenty-One Weeks Later” written and directed by Nasrin Mohammadpour has received an award at the 11th La Mirada Tabú Film Festival, which was held in Zaragoza, Spain.

Roberto Bolaño’s “The Spirit of Science Fiction” published in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the novel “The Spirit of Science Fiction” by Chilean author Roberto Bolaño has hit the bookstores across Iran.

“In the Arms of the Tree” wins at Chennai International Film Festival

TEHRAN-The Iranian feature film “In the Arms of the Tree” directed by Babak Khajehpasha won the Best World Cinema Feature Film Award at the 22nd Chennai International Film Festival (CIFF), which concluded on December 19 in Chennai, India.

Several dead, more than 200 injured in car attack on German Christmas market

Five people have been killed, including a child, and more than 200 injured after a car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg, officials said, BBC reported. 

Pakistan dismisses US official's warning over missile program as unfounded

Pakistan's Foreign Ministry on Saturday dismissed as unfounded and "devoid of rationality" assertions by a senior US official that its missile program could eventually pose a threat to the United States, Reuters reported. 

By Dr. Mohammad Ali Senobari

Mossad behind the assassination of Russian nuclear defense forces commander

The assassination of General Igor Kirillov, the commander of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Defense Forces, along with his aide in Moscow, has sparked intense speculation and discussions regarding the forces behind this bold operation. Kirillov was killed by an explosive device hidden in a motorcycle outside a residential building. The device was remotely detonated as he exited the building. While the Russian Investigative Committee has accused Akhmad Kurbanov, an Uzbek citizen, of terrorism under multiple articles of the Russian Criminal Code, the implications of this event extend far beyond an isolated act of violence.

Erdogan has used both subterfuge, alliance with motley band of jihadis in Syria: National Interest

TEHRAN – In a commentary on its website, The National Interest says the long-time Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan resorted to both ploy and union with a group of Jihadists to overthrow the Assad regime in Syria.

UNICEF: Gaza children face ‘unimaginable suffering’

UNICEF has condemned the dire conditions faced by children in Gaza, describing them as "cold, sick and traumatized", with 96 percent of women and children unable to meet basic nutritional needs.

TEHRAN PAPERS

FATF is not the panacea

TEHRAN - Kayhan dedicated its editorial to the belief among a group of political and economic experts who believe the solution to the country's problems lies in removing sanctions and membership in the FATF.

Azerbaijan thanks Iran for crucial support in D-8 membership bid

TEHRAN – Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has thanked Iran for its critical support in Azerbaijan's successful bid to join the Developing-8 (D-8) Organization for Economic Cooperation.

IRGC intelligence neutralizes takfiri terrorist cell in western Iran

TEHRAN – Iranian Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) intelligence forces announced Saturday the dismantling of a Salafist terrorist cell in Kermanshah province, western Iran. 

Iranian envoy promotes cooperation in talks with Sweden FM

TEHRAN – The Iranian ambassador to Stockholm, Hojatollah Faghani, has met with Sweden's Foreign Minister, Maria Malmer Stenergard, to discuss avenues for expanding cooperation and addressing regional developments.

Growing radical influence in Syria threatens regional stability, Leader’s advisor warns

TEHRAN – In a statement released through the Mehr News Agency, an advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution warned that the rise of radical groups in Syria will have grave consequences for the entire region. 

Diplomatic talks lay groundwork for Pezeshkian’s Moscow visit

TEHRAN – Iranian Ambassador to Moscow Kazem Jalali and Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko met Friday to discuss Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's upcoming visit to Moscow.

Pakistan's Peace and Friendship Fleet docks in Iran's Bandar Abbas for 2nd time this year

TEHRAN – The Pakistan Navy's Peace and Friendship Squadron docked at Iran's Imam Khomeini Naval Base in Bandar Abbas on Saturday, marking a significant step in enhancing educational and military cooperation between the two neighboring countries.

Iran's own aircraft used in Syria withdrawal, declares foreign ministry spokesperson

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baqaei emphasized Iran's "responsible decision" to withdraw advisors, taking into account the prevailing conditions in Syria and the broader region.

Iranian embassy employee martyred in Damascus, Iran calls for accountability

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the assassination of one of its embassy staffers in Damascus, Syria, following a terrorist attack on his vehicle.

Iran issues demarche to Swiss, Italian diplomats over US-ordered arrests of citizens

TEHRAN – Iran's foreign ministry raised concerns with the Swiss ambassador and the Italian chargé d'affaires regarding the arrest of two Iranian nationals at the behest of the United States.

U.S. tells al-Jolani: no support without Iran's removal from Syria

TEHRAN – In a recent statement on social media platform X, Mojtaba Amani, Iran's ambassador to Lebanon, shed light on the conditions set by the United States for the new rulers of Syria, particularly focusing on the controversial figure of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) leader Abu Mohammad al-Jolani. 

Discover intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs of Hamedan carpets

TEHRAN - Hamedan carpets, renowned for their intricate craftsmanship and vibrant designs, have a long-standing heritage in Iran's carpet weaving tradition.

Iran becomes Türkiye’s second-largest source of tourism in November

TEHRAN - Iranian tourists have emerged as Türkiye’s second-largest group of visitors in November, contributing significantly to the country’s booming tourism sector.