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2024-06-07 00:28
Iran writes to UN, dismisses E3-crafted IAEA resolution
Iran's mission to UN calls IAEA board decision 'hasty and unwise'
TEHRAN - Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations on Thursday strongly rejected allegations by the IAEA Board of Governors against the Islamic Republic for its peaceful nuclear program.
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UN chief denounces ‘horrific’ attack on UN school in Gaza
United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres joined in the condemnation of the attack on a UN-run school in the Gaza Strip that killed at least 40 people.
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Spain applies to join S. Africa’s case at ICJ accusing Israel of genocide
PM Sanchez: ‘There should be no doubt that Spain will remain on the right side of history’
Spain became on Thursday the first European country to ask a United Nations court for permission to join South Africa’s case accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza.
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By Mona Hojat Ansari
Election game with nuclear card
IAEA Board passes European trio resolution against Iran
TEHRAN - After hopes went up for a potential breakthrough in relations between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi along with the European trio stunned observers with remarks and actions indicative of plans to turn the screw on Iran.
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By Shahrokh Saei
US hypocrisy on democracy
US House passes bill to sanction ICC over accusing Israel of war crimes in Gaza
TEHRAN - Continuing unconditional support for Israel came to light in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday as the lower chamber of Congress passed a bill that would impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) due to its efforts to prosecute Israeli criminals.
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By Matin Jamshidi
US House launches war against international law
TEHRAN - The US House of Representatives on Tuesday started a war against international law by voting in favor of a bill that would sanction the International Criminal Court for seeking arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his war minister Yoav Gallant.
Politics
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Iran vows retaliation against Israel for assassination of advisor in Syria
TEHRAN – The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Major General Hossein Salami, has vowed revenge against Israel for the killing of an IRGC military adviser in a recent airstrike on Syria's Aleppo.
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Resistance forces now decision-makers in West Asia: Quds commander
TEHRAN- The Commander of the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps on Wednesday, highlighted Resistance groups' important role in regional affairs, noting that Resistance forces have now turned into independent and decision-making entities.
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Iran says supporters of Israel will carry mark of ‘shame, disgrace’
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Nasser Kanaani has issued a stern condemnation, stating that shame and scandal will permanently stain the reputations of those who support or remain silent about the Zionist regime’s crimes.
Sports
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Iran’s Farzad wins gold at 2024 Asian Para-cycling Road Championships
TEHRAN – Behrouz Farzad of Iran claimed a gold medal in the 12th Asian Para-cycling Road Championships 2024.
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Iran suffer defeat to Bulgaria: 2024 VNL
TEHRAN –Bulgaria defeated Iran 3-2 (20-25, 25-22, 25-23, 20-25,15-11) in Week 2 of 2024 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) underway in Fukuoka, Japan Friday morning.
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Iran defeat Hong Kong in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier
TEHRAN - Iran survived a stiff test from Hong Kong, China to walk away with a 4-2 win in their Preliminary Joint Qualification – Round 2 for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Group E tie on Thursday.
Culture
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Iran's National Orchestra to perform with vocalist Abdolhossein Mokhtabad
TEHRAN- The first concert of Iran’s National Orchestra in the current Iranian year (started in March) will be held at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall, featuring renowned vocalist Abdolhossein Mokhtabad.
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Ramsgate International Film Festival picks 5 Iranian films, series
TEHRAN-The 8th Ramsgate International Film Festival, due to be held from June 25 to 30 in the UK, has selected several Iranian films and series to show in various sections.
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Adaptation of Andrei Konchalovsky’s “House of Fools” to go on stage in Tehran
TEHRAN- An adaptation of Russian filmmaker Andrei Konchalovsky’s 2002 movie “House of Fools” will go on stage at a Tehran theater hall in Summer.
Economy
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Iran-U.S. trade rises 72% in 4 months
TEHRAN - The official data of the United States show that the country’s trade with the Islamic Republic of Iran has increased by 72 percent in the first four months of this year.
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Major gas projects inaugurated in southeastern Iran
TEHRAN –Iranian Oil Minister Javad Oji inaugurated several major gas supply projects in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchestan on Thursday, Shana reported.
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Agricultural exports up $1 billion in one year
TEHRAN - Iran has produced $1.0 billion more agricultural products over the past calendar year to late March than that produced a year earlier, according to Minister of Agriculture Mohammad-Ali Nikbakht.
Society
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Iranian Universities move up in QS WUR 2025
TEHRAN –The 21st edition of the QS World University Rankings (2025) has placed nine Iranian universities among the world’s top institutes, compared with seven universities in 2024.
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Food safety enhances public health, lowers healthcare costs
TEHRAN – Food and beverage safety plays a key role in improving public health as unhealthy and contaminated products pose a threat to the health of individuals, and impose heavy burdens on the healthcare system of the country.
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Iran at forefront of war on drugs for over four decades
TEHRAN –Iran has been the only country on the front line of the war against narcotics for over 45 years despite oppressive sanctions of the U.S., the economic problems ahead, and the limited contribution of other countries.
Tourism
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Discovering Samarkand: Mausoleum of Amir Timur through the eyes of foreign tourists
UZBEKISTAN, Samarkand - During a recent visit to Samarkand, I explored a number of historical gems, including Registan Square, Shah-i-Zinda, and the Mausoleum of Amir Timur, to name a few.
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“Glory of Persia” illuminates China for six more months
TEHRAN - IRAN has approved a six-month extension for “The glory of the ancient Persia: Exhibition of Iranian cultural relics”, following an enthusiastic reception in China.
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Italian embassy in Tehran celebrates Republic Day
TEHRAN - The Italian embassy in Tehran celebrated Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica) on June 2 at the embassy’s historic residence in northern Tehran.
International
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US hypocrisy on democracy
TEHRAN - Continuing unconditional support for Israel came to light in the US House of Representatives on Tuesday as the lower chamber of Congress passed a bill that would impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) due to its efforts to prosecute Israeli criminals.
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US House launches war against international law
TEHRAN - The US House of Representatives on Tuesday started a war against international law by voting in favor of a bill that would sanction the International Criminal Court for seeking arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his war minister Yoav Gallant.
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Hamas: "We conveyed our position to mediators"
TEHRAN - A senior Hamas leader, Osama Hamdan, has emphasized that the Israeli occupation regime will not see its captives held in Gaza except through a serious and genuine deal in which Palestinian prisoners enjoy their freedom.
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Resistance forces now decision-makers in West Asia: Quds commander
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