TEHRAN PAPERS

The Islamic Republic of Iran does not need a proxy force

TEHRAN - Siasat-e-Rooz devoted its editorial to the words of the Leader of the Revolution about the Axis of Resistance.

U.S. hostage-taking of nationals breach of intl. law: Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN – Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular, Parliamentary, and Expatriate Affairs, Vahid Jalalzadeh, has vehemently denounced the recent arrests of Iranian nationals by the United States, accusing the U.S. of engaging in "hostage-taking" and violating international law.

Iraq’s Kurdistan Region aims to deepen ties with Iran under new consul general

TEHRAN – In a bid to enhance bilateral ties, the Iranian Consul General in Erbil, Faramarz Asadi, received a call for increased cooperation from Safeen Dizayee, the Foreign Relations Minister of Iraq's Kurdistan Region, during their credentials meeting on Sunday.

Iran never left the negotiating table: foreign ministry spokesperson on talks with West

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for Iranian Foreign Ministry has affirmed the country’s commitment to diplomacy and dialogue, addressing Iran’s readiness for nuclear talks.

Trump could be key to reviving Iran nuclear agreement: Jake Sullivan

TEHRAN – The U.S. National Security Advisor, Jake Sullivan, has emphasized that President-elect Donald Trump could play a significant role in brokering a new nuclear agreement with Iran.

Media briefing held for General Soleimani’s fifth anniversary of martyrdom

TEHRAN – The media briefing for the fifth anniversary of General Qassem Soleimani’s martyrdom was held on Monday, at the Mehr Hall of the Art Bureau in Tehran.

Pezeshkian tells Russian Deputy PM Iran resolved to complete Rasht-Astara railroad

TEHRAN – Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has underscored the nation's unwavering commitment to completing the Rasht-Astara railroad project, a crucial part of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC). 

Ties with Egypt will strengthen Iran’s regional strategy, says former MP

TEHRAN – In an interview with ISNA, Mahmoud Abbaszadeh Meshkini, the former spokesperson of the Iranian parliament’s national security and foreign policy committee, underscored the significance of Iran's diplomatic engagement with Egypt. 

Daffodil harvest in southern Iran

Harvesting daffodils in Khafr County, southern Fars Province, is underway until mid-January.

WFP releases November report on Iran

TEHRAN –The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over the month of November.

Iran has capacity to accept more Iraqi students

TEHRAN – An official with the Iranian science ministry has said the country's universities hold the capacity to accept more Iraqi students.

Iranian women making headway in technology

TEHRAN – Having made great strides in manufacturing high-tech products and growing the knowledge-based economy, Iranian women are conveying to the world the message that they have the potential to shine in the field of ‘technology’, the same as other fields.

TEHRAN PAPERS

Western sabotage intended to create chaos in Iran

TEHRAN - In a note, Farhikhtegan discussed U.S. President Anthony Blinken's recent statements about Iran.

Remarkable space leap for Iran as Saman-1 block succeeds in orbital trials

TEHRAN – Iran has made a significant advancement in its space program with the successful deployment and testing of the Saman-1 orbital transfer block, a specialized component designed to move satellites between different orbits.

Tehran condemns ‘violent’ car attack at German Christmas market

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a condemnation of a violent car attack at a bustling Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, which left at least five people dead and over 200 injured.

Iran marks National Women’s Day with calls for unity, empowerment

TEHRAN – On National Women’s Day, Iranian officials highlighted the critical role of women in shaping the country’s progress and called for unwavering protection of human rights.

Iran lauds Yemen’s ‘honorable resistance’ as Sana’a vows to maintain pressure on Israel 

TEHRAN – Footage from Sana’a, the Yemeni capital, shows civilians fleeing a large explosion caused by airstrikes in the city center Saturday night.

Heart mobile clinic to be launched in deprived areas

TEHRAN –Barekat Charity Foundation is planning to inaugurate a heart mobile clinic in deprived areas to conduct cardiovascular screenings.

1,000 female prisoners freed to mark Mother's Day

TEHRAN – On the occasion of National Mother’s Day, which fell on December 22 this year, a total of 1,000 female prisoners of unintentional crimes were released across the country.

Public participation essential in environmental protection: DOE chief

TEHRAN –According to Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment (DOE), no single organization will be able to successfully preserve the environment on its own; environmental issues will be best addressed through public participation.

Administration aims to raise women’s presence in entrepreneurship: VP

TEHRAN –The administration has focused on increasing women's share of entrepreneurship in the science and technology sector from currently 12 percent to 30 percent, Zahra Behrouz-Azar, the Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, has said.

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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.

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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.

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.