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2024-06-09 22:18
By Mehran Shamsuddin
Presidential race kicks off
TEHRAN- With the list of “qualified” presidential candidates officially announced, Iran is expected to plunge into a period of heated political debates that will culminate in the election of a new administration later this month.
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By Mona Hojat Ansari
Iran's 6 Presidential Hopefuls: A closer look
TEHRAN - Analysts experienced both surprise and a moment of anxiety when the list of eligible candidates for Iran's 2024 presidential elections emerged on Sunday.
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Iran a leading voice in condemning Israel’s crimes in Gaza: acting FM
TEHRAN - In a recent statement, Iran's acting Foreign Minister, Ali Baqeri Kani, declared that Iran has been among the most vocal nations in condemning Israel's genocidal war crimes in Gaza.
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By Shahrokh Saei
US-backed Trojan Horse
Israeli forces hidden in aid truck massacre Palestinians in Gaza’s Nuseirat refugee camp
TEHRAN - The United States’ complicity in Israel’s cold-blooded savagery against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip once again came to light following the regime’s latest brutal strikes in the besieged territory.
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By Wesam Bahrani
"Horror Movie" scenes in Israeli massacre
274 Palestinians killed to retrieve 4 captives
TEHRAN- The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) killed 274 Palestinians and injured almost 700 others, including women and children to retrieve 4 captives in central Gaza on Saturday.
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Iran releases the names of candidates confirmed to run for president
TEHRAN - The Iranian Constitutional Council, a 12-member body overseeing elections, has finalized the list of approved presidential candidates and submitted it to the Interior Ministry.
Politics
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U.S. government ‘major loser' of Gaza war: Spox.
TEHRAN – The spokesman for Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Kanaani, has stated that in addition to the Zionist regime with its significant military and political influence, the United States government is also a major loser in the Gaza conflict.
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Iran’s Army Air Force commander announces success in drone production
TEHRAN – The commander of the Iranian Army's Air Force says Iran has reached a significant milestone in producing different kinds of drones.
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Iran unveils flight models of homegrown Kowsar, Hodhod satellites
TEHRAN – Iran has revealed the flight models of its domestically developed satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, marking a significant stride in the nation's space endeavors.
Sports
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Shahrdari start BCL Asia campaign on high note
TEHRAN - Shahrdari Gorgan began their BCL Asia campaign in Group B with noteworthy win at the Sheikh Saeed Bin Maktoum Sports Hall.
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Iran champions of 2024 Badminton Asia Central Asia Regional Junior
TEHRAN – Iran claimed the title of the 2024 Badminton Asia Central Asia Regional Junior Championships held in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
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Iran volleyball president Taghavi talks Paes firing
TEHRAN - Milad Taghavi, president of Iran Volleyball Federation (IRIVF), has voiced his frustration over the dismal performance of Team Melli in the 2024 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) and also explained the reasons behind firing Mauricio Motta Paes as Iran coach.
Culture
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Iran’s True Promise artistic event to welcome resistance artists worldwide
TEHRAN- The True Promise artistic event, set to take place in Tehran in September, will bring together resistance artists from around the world to showcase their talents and creativity in a unique celebration of art and culture, the organizers have announced.
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Tehran museum hosting Flying Carpet installation
TEHRAN- The Carpet Museum of Iran in Tehran is currently hosting a unique artistic installation to commemorate the National Carpet Day.
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Ariel Dorfman’s “Voices from Beyond the Dark” on stage at Molavi Theater Hall
TEHRAN-The play “Voices from Beyond the Dark” written by the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ariel Dorfman is being performed at Molavi Theater Hall in Tehran.
Economy
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Iran produces diesel, black carbon from wastewater for 1st time
TEHRAN - The head of the Tehran Sewage Company announced the production of diesel and black carbon from de-watered sludge in the process of wastewater treatment plants in the Iranian capital.
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Fly Dubai considering direct flights to Iran’s Kerman Province
TEHRAN – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Fly Dubai is considering the launch of a direct flight to Iran’s Southern Kerman Province, the portal of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) reported.
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Major wind power plant opens in eastern Iran
TEHRAN – A large wind farm, with the capacity of generating 50-megawatt electricity, was inaugurated in the east of Iran by the country’s Minister of Energy Ali Akbar Mehrabian.
Society
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Iran, Japan set to bolster ties in fight against narcotics
TEHRAN –Iranian and Japanese anti-narcotics police are ready to expand their bilateral relations in the war on drugs.
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Blood donation rises by 12%
TEHRAN –In the first two months of the current Iranian year which started on March 20, a total of 435,000 blood units have been donated which indicates a 12 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
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Tehran to host 2nd exhibition on innovation for prosperity
TEHRAN –The second national exhibition on innovation for prosperity will kick off in Tehran on Tuesday.
Tourism
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Exploring more of Persepolis: Southern Barzan to welcome visitors
TEHRAN - In a move to enhance the tourist experience at the UNESCO-listed site of Persepolis, authorities are set to open the Southern Barzan, believed to have been the main residential area for Achaemenid kings, to visitors.
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National Carpet Day: celebration of a rich cultural heritage
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Tehran to hold symposium on tourism and green investment
TEHRAN - Iran is set to host the 3rd National Symposium on Tourism and Green Investment, focusing on green economy and the promotion of entrepreneurship and innovation in tourism.
International
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US-backed Trojan Horse
TEHRAN - The United States’ complicity in Israel’s cold-blooded savagery against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip once again came to light following the regime’s latest brutal strikes in the besieged territory.
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"Horror Movie" scenes in Israeli massacre
TEHRAN- The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) killed 274 Palestinians and injured almost 700 others, including women and children to retrieve 4 captives in central Gaza on Saturday.
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Child killers: Israel side by side with ISIL
TEHRAN - Israel has been dealt another major international blow as it is set to join a UN blacklist that has already included terror groups such as ISIL, al-Qaeda and Boko Haram.
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