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2025-02-16 22:12
Hezbollah warns against Israel’s plot
Lebanese resistance says the govt. should reverse the ban on Iranian flights
TEHRAN - Israel is stirring the pot and causing trouble in Lebanon in line with its attempts to demonize the Hezbollah resistance movement.
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Max Blumenthal tells Tehran Times:
For Egypt and Jordan, Trump's Gaza plan is a choice between regime collapse or economic ruin
TEHRAN – Officials in Egypt and Jordan are between a rock and a hard place when it comes to Donald Trump’s Gaza displacement plan, said Max Blumenthal, an award-winning journalist, author, and editor-in-chief of The Grayzone, during an interview with the Tehran Times.
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By Shahrokh Saei
Rubio's regional ruckus: Pushing Trump's Gaza vision amid global backlash
TEHRAN- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio kicked off his first visit to West Asia at the weekend amid global anger over President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal for the Gaza Strip.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Palestinian prisoners were beaten ahead of release
TEHRAN – Palestinian prisoners released on Saturday were “deliberately” assaulted by the Israeli regime’s prison guards.
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By Sondoss Al Asaad
A new era of US-Israeli guardianship over Lebanon has begun!
BEIRUT – Hezbollah called on Saturday for a demonstration with the slogan of “Protecting Sovereignty and Rejecting Guardianship” in solidarity with the Lebanese citizens stranded in Iran, after the Lebanese government refused to allow the Iranian Mahan Air plane to land at Beirut airport.
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Zelensky says willing to 'discuss giving up occupied territory' if 'Ukraine could join NATO'
In an interview on NBC News “Meet the Press,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky laid out his vision for ending the war in his country in partnership with President Donald Trump — making clear that he would never accept a peace deal negotiated by the U.S. and Russia without Ukraine at the table.
Politics
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U.S. sanctions and the future of Iran-India cooperation in Chabahar port
TEHRAN – Donald Trump’s recent directive, which instructs the Secretary of State to “modify or rescind sanctions waivers” for Iran's Chabahar port project, has sparked debate about the future of Iran-India cooperation.
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No place for global power struggles in Indian Ocean, says Iran FM
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has cautioned against the influence of external powers in the Indian Ocean region, warning that geopolitical rivalries must not dictate its future.
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Iranian flights to Lebanon suspended until February 18
TEHRAN – Hossein Pourfarzaneh, head of Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization, announced on Sunday that all flights to Lebanon have been temporarily halted until February 18 due to “security conditions” at Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport, following a formal request from Lebanese authorities.
Sports
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Iran U20 coach Abdi expresses his gratitude over win against Yemen
TEHRAN – Iran U20 head coach Hossein Abdi expressed his gratitude following the team's victory against Yemen in the 2025 AFC U20 Asian Cup.
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Iran crowned champions of 2025 CAFA Women's Futsal Championship
TEHRAN – Iran defeated Tajikistan 10-1 on Sunday to win the 2025 CAFA Women's Futsal Championship for the fourth time.
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Iran down Yemen at 2025 AFC U20 Asian Cup
TEHRAN - Iran closed in on a place in the knockout stage of the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025 after cruising 6-0 past Yemen in their Group C tie at the Shenzhen Youth Football Training Base Pitch 1 on Sunday.
Culture
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Russian writer praises General Soleimani: "A commander with a heart for Iran"
TEHRAN- He was more than just a soldier—he was a guardian, a protector. A hero in the realm of truth whose fight was never confined to his own homeland but extended to others, standing resolutely against the terrorists who were, in truth, the offspring of the United States and Israel. A warrior who was martyred by the very empire that sought to erase his legacy, to bury his name in the shadows of oblivion.
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Iranian miniseries “At the End of the Night” to compete in France’s Series Mania festival
TEHRAN-The 2024 Iranian drama romance television miniseries “At the End of the Night” directed by Ida Panahandeh will compete in the 2025 edition of the Series Mania festival in France, from March 21 to 28.
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Vahdat Hall hosts Iranian, Dutch musical collaboration
TEHRAN- On the fifth night of the 40th International Fajr Music Festival, Tehran’s Vahdat Hall hosted a joint concert by Afro Anatolian Tales from the Netherlands and Nushe Band from Iran.
Economy
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Iran, Kazakhstan strengthen trade ties, aim for $3b in exchanges
TEHRAN - Iran and Kazakhstan have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding economic and trade relations, with both countries aiming to increase bilateral trade to $3.0 billion.
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Iran’s non-oil exports to neighbors rise by 28%
TEHRAN - Iran exported 75.38 million tons of non-oil goods to its 15 neighboring countries in the first 10 months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), valued at $29.78 billion—an increase of 24 percent in weight and 28 percent in value compared to the previous year.
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South Pars pressure boosting project: a strategic step in developing shared fields
TEHRAN – Iran's First Vice President has highlighted the strategic importance of the South Pars pressure boosting project, emphasizing its role in increasing production and creating jobs.
Society
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Tehran proposes ROPME to include SDSs in strategic plan
TEHRAN –Attending the 38th meeting of the Regional Organization for the Protection of Marine Environment (ROPME) executive committee (EXCOME 38), Iran has put forward a proposal to incorporate combating sand and dust storms (SDSs) in the Organization’s strategic plan.
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Knowledge-based firms to attend CMEF 2025
TEHRAN –Supported by the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, a delegation of Iranian knowledge-based companies will participate in the 91st edition of China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF) 2025, which is scheduled to be held from April 8 to 11 in Shanghai.
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Isfahan to host ‘NEXT’ National Technology Award
TEHRAN – The National Technology Award, known as NEXT, is scheduled to be held on February 19 and 20 in the city of Isfahan with the theme ‘advanced Iran with emerging technologies’
Tourism
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40,000 people visit four-day tourism fair in Tehran
TEHRAN - The 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition set a new attendance record, drawing nearly 40,000 visitors over its four-day run from February 11 to 14, an official with the tourism ministry announced on Sunday.
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Siah Gav Twin Lake: a lesser-known destination for nature enthusiasts in Ilam
TEHRAN – Lakes have long been treasured as serene and picturesque destinations for travelers worldwide, offering a perfect blend of tranquility and adventure. Siah Gav Twin Lake is no exception.
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Lichens on Iran’s ancient structures unrelated to pollution, expert confirms
TEHRAN - The presence of lichens on Iran’s historical stone carvings and ancient structures is solely due to climatic conditions and moisture, rather than industrial pollution, a prominent cultural heritage expert has confirmed.
International
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Hezbollah warns against Israel’s plot
TEHRAN - Israel is stirring the pot and causing trouble in Lebanon in line with its attempts to demonize the Hezbollah resistance movement.
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Rubio's regional ruckus: Pushing Trump's Gaza vision amid global backlash
TEHRAN- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio kicked off his first visit to West Asia at the weekend amid global anger over President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal for the Gaza Strip.
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Palestinian prisoners were beaten ahead of release
TEHRAN – Palestinian prisoners released on Saturday were “deliberately” assaulted by the Israeli regime’s prison guards.
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Hezbollah warns against Israel’s plot
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