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2025-02-14 22:34
By Sondoss Al Asaad
Lebanon won’t be Israeli ‘colony’ controlled remotely by Washington
BEIRUT – The new Lebanese government is strictly adhering to Washington’s instructions by banning an Iranian airplane run by Mahan Airlines from landing at Beirut airport. 90% of its passengers were Lebanese.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Israeli general drops the bombshell, leaves Bibi red-faced
TEHRAN- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has left no stone unturned in his quest to eliminate Hamas but he has fallen flat on his face.
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Iran hopes Beirut makes ‘wise’ decision as public fury persists over flight suspensions
TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador to Beirut, Mojtaba Amani, has asked the Lebanese government to help mollify the Lebanese people's anger through dialogue and communication after the Arab country canceled a Thursday flight that was supposed to carry Lebanese pilgrims from Tehran to Beirut, in a move seemingly influenced by Israel and Washington.
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Pezeshkian’s visit to Bushehr highlights Iran’s maritime, nuclear advancements
TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent visit to the southern province of Bushehr emphasized Iran’s dedication to enhancing its maritime security, industrial self-sufficiency, and peaceful nuclear energy program.
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Lebanese denounce Tehran-Beirut flight cancellation
TEHRAN- Anger has flared in Beirut following the Lebanese authorities' decision to block an Iranian plane from landing at Rafic Hariri International Airport on Thursday
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Tehran calls for inclusive Syrian government free from foreign influence
TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, reaffirmed Tehran’s support for an inclusive, Syrian-led political process, emphasizing that the country’s future must be determined solely by its people.
Politics
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U.S. Govt's NED confesses involvement in Iran's 2022 unrest
TEHRAN – The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) has openly admitted to playing a central role in amplifying and exploiting the tragic death of an Iranian woman in 2022, spurring deadly riots that convulsed Iran for several months.
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Army deploys 11 brigades at Iran’s borders as it awaits completion of extensive border walls
TEHRAN – In an interview with Iranian media, Brigadier General Kiomars Heidari, the commander of the Army's (Artesh) Ground Force, said several brigades are currently safeguarding Iran’s eastern and western borders as the country is constructing extensive walls to help combat terrorist and smuggler infiltration.
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Pezeshkian: Iran committed to expanding ties with Turkmenistan
TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran's commitment to fostering strong ties with its neighbors, emphasizing the importance of good neighborly relations as a cornerstone of the country's foreign policy.
Sports
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Iran U20 coach Abdi wary of Yemen threat in Asian Cup
TEHRAN – Iran head coach Hossein Abdi has asked his side to be cautious of Yemen when the sides meet in their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 Group C tie at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Pitch 1 on Sunday.
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Iran team lauds China’s hospitality at 2025 Asian Winter Games
TEHRAN - The Iranian ski mountaineering team has had a rewarding experience at the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China. With ski mountaineering making its debut at the 2025 Asian Winter Games, this competition marks a significant milestone for athletes worldwide, and Iran’s national team embraced the opportunity to compete on this prestigious stage.
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Inter forward Taremi on verge of being sold
TEHRAN - Mehdi Taremi is reportedly at risk of being sold by Inter in the summer, just a year after he joined on a free transfer from Porto, which means that the Nerazzurri could sanction the sale of three forwards during the next transfer window.
Culture
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Iranian, Indian musicians unite for Fajr Music Festival performance
TEHRAN – On Thursday evening, the 40th International Fajr Music Festival featured a joint performance by Iranian and Indian musicians at Tehran's Vahdat Hall, showcasing a fusion of Indo-Persian music.
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Ecuadorian pan flutist Leo Rojas to perform in Tehran for 3rd time
TEHRAN-Renowned Ecuadorian pan flutist Juan Leonardo Santillia Rojas, known as Leo Rojas, will hold a concert in Tehran next month.
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Book on political philosophy of Thomas Hobbes published in Persian
TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “The Political Philosophy of Hobbes: Its Basis and Its Genesis” written by Leo Strauss has been released in the bookstores across Iran.
Economy
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Home appliance production grows 10% amid market challenges
TEHRAN – Iran’s home appliance industry has seen a 10 percent increase in production during the first 10 months of the current Iranian year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), despite ongoing market stagnation, IRNA reported.
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Iran’s free trade zones target $2b in exports
TEHRAN - Iran’s Free Zones High Council has set a target of $2.0 billion in exports for the next Iranian calendar year (starting late March), with plans to remove legal barriers and introduce new incentives to boost trade, Secretary of the Council Reza Masrour said on Saturday.
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Iran earns $400m from date exports, ranks 2nd in global production
TEHRAN – Iran, the world's second-largest date producer, exported 30 percent of its crop this year, generating $400 million in revenue, the head of the National Association of Iranian Dates said on Saturday.
Society
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Afghan knowledge-based companies allowed to be registered in Iran
TEHRAN – Afghan knowledge-based firms are allowed to be registered in Iran under the same conditions as Iranian companies, the head of the Organization for the Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology has said.
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DOE, Defense Ministry ink environmental protection MOU
TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) and the National Geographical Organization affiliated with the Ministry of Defense have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to expand joint efforts on environmental protection.
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ICRC ready to support refugee students in Iran
TEHRAN –Vincent Cassard, the representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Iran, has announced readiness to provide educational support for refugee children.
Tourism
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Iran proposes cultural exchange with Tajikistan to boost tourism
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has proposed a cultural exchange initiative between Iran and Tajikistan, emphasizing the role of artists, social media influencers, and public figures in promoting tourism and cultural ties.
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Ecbatana’s UNESCO registration document unveiled at tourism fair
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, along with several related officials unveiled the UNESCO registration document for the ancient city of Ecbatana at the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition on Thursday.
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Iran to develop medical tourism development document
TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cooperatives, Labour, and Social Welfare Ahmad Meydari has announced the drafting of a medical tourism development document intended to enhance the healthcare-driven tourism sector.
International
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Lebanon won’t be Israeli ‘colony’ controlled remotely by Washington
BEIRUT – The new Lebanese government is strictly adhering to Washington’s instructions by banning an Iranian airplane run by Mahan Airlines from landing at Beirut airport. 90% of its passengers were Lebanese.
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Israeli general drops the bombshell, leaves Bibi red-faced
TEHRAN- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has left no stone unturned in his quest to eliminate Hamas but he has fallen flat on his face.
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Lebanese denounce Tehran-Beirut flight cancellation
TEHRAN- Anger has flared in Beirut following the Lebanese authorities' decision to block an Iranian plane from landing at Rafic Hariri International Airport on Thursday
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