Iranian airline to launch direct flights to Paris, other European cities amid sanctions

TEHRAN - Iran Airtour, a private Iranian airline, has announced it will begin direct flights from Tehran to several European destinations, with Paris being the first city on its new route.

Iran’s Lorestan claims world’s oldest animation originates from this province

TEHRAN – Lorestan province’s tourism chief, Ata Hassanpour, has declared that the world’s oldest known animation originates from the province.

Maharloo Lake hosting flamingoes

With an area of 600 sq. km, Maharloo Lake in southern Fars Province is a perfect stopover for migratory birds, including flamingoes.

Over 1,000 individuals receive rescue services in a week

TEHRAN –A total of 1,004 individuals benefited from rescue services of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) over the past week.

WFP releases December report on Iran

TEHRAN –The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over December 2024.

Air pollution contributes to 16% increase in mortality

TEHRAN –According to national studies, exposure to air pollution is associated with a 16 percent increase in mortality increasing deaths from cardiovascular diseases, and lung cancers by 27 and 28 percent, respectively.

2nd Iran-Iraq Science Week to be held

TEHRAN –The second Iran-Iraq Science Week is scheduled to be held from January 18 to 20 in the city of Karbala, Iraq.

Iran football president Taj visits his Turkish counterpart Hacıosmanoğlu

TEHRAN - Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran President Mehdi Taj held a meeting with Turkish Football Federation (TFF) President İbrahim Ethem Hacıosmanoğlu on Thursday.

By Ebrahim Fallahi

Iran-Russia comprehensive agreement: outcomes and implications

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Russia's capital Moscow on Friday, January 17, to strengthen ties between the two regional powers. His visit marks the beginning of an official strategic partnership with President Vladimir Putin, focusing on boosting bilateral cooperation in energy, economy, and technology sectors.

More than 100 people killed in Gaza since truce deal: civil defence

At least 101 Palestinians have been killed and more than 264 injured by Israeli attacks in Gaza since the announcement of the recent ceasefire agreement, according to the enclave’s civil defense.

Iran-Qatar trade increases 53% in 9 months yr/yr

TEHRAN- The Iranian commercial attaché in Qatar referred to the development of trade interactions between Iran and Qatar, and announced a 53-percent increase in the value of trade between the two countries in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20 – December 21, 2024), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.

Iran retains position as OPEC’s third-largest oil producer: report

TEHRAN – According to OPEC’s first report of 2025, Iran maintained its position as the organization’s third-largest oil producer in December 2024, with an average daily production of 3.314 million barrels.

High potential for trade expansion between Iran, Canada

TEHRAN – The head of the Iran-Canada Business Association emphasized the significant opportunities for expanding trade relations between the two countries, citing Iran's potential to export technical expertise to North America.

Iran urges removal of barriers to agricultural exports to Russia

TEHRAN – Iranian Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh met with Russian Agriculture Minister Oksana Nikolaevna Lut in Moscow to discuss bilateral agricultural cooperation and emphasized the need to address barriers hindering Iran’s agricultural exports to Russia.

Iran, Tajikistan sign 23 cooperation agreements during president Pezeshkian’s visit

TEHRAN - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian concluded his two-day official visit to Tajikistan and departed for Moscow early Friday, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations with the signing of 23 agreements across various fields.

‘Israel is frustrated’ at inability to secure victory in Gaza: analyst

Menachem Klein, senior lecturer at Bar-Ilan University in Israel, said Israel’s government and its military are still hoping for a victory in Gaza, but they are unable to achieve it.

Iran, IRENA discuss expanding cooperation on renewable energy

TEHRAN—The head of Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) met with Binu Parthan, Director of Country Engagement and Partnerships at the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), and Tarek Ahmed, Regional Director for West Asia and North Africa, during the IRENA General Assembly in Abu Dhabi to review past collaborations and plan joint initiatives.

Iran opens trade center in Minsk

TEHRAN – Iran’s Trade Center in Minsk, Belarus, was inaugurated during a visit by Mohammad Atabak, Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mines, and Trade.

IMIDRO reports 53% surge in exploratory drilling by late Dec. 2024

TEHRAN – The Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization (IMIDRO) has reported a significant increase in exploratory drilling and investment calls during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-December 20, 2024).

Israel destroyed life in Gaza but it is far from victorious

‘Weaknesses exposed on 7 Oct. have only been exacerbated by its war conduct’

After 15 months of relentless bombardment that has caused unprecedented death and destruction in Gaza, analysts say Israel is far from victorious.

Israeli strikes rain down on Gaza following truce deal

Since the ceasefire announcement, Israel has killed over 70 Palestinians

Israeli strikes on Gaza intensified overnight after the announcement on Wednesday of a ceasefire deal that should come into effect on Sunday, creating deadly chaos amongst celebrating Palestinians.

Qatar PM calls on Israel to withdraw from Syria buffer zone

Sheikh Mohammed promises rehabilitation of Syria’s infrastructure

Qatar’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, has demanded that Israel “immediately withdraw” its forces from the United Nations-established buffer zone with Syria after Israeli troops entered the area following the downfall of Syria’s ruler Bashar al-Assad.

Netanyahu says cabinet will not meet Thursday for Gaza truce vote

Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said his cabinet will not meet as scheduled to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas for causing a “last-minute crisis”.

New Tajik Persian culture research institute launched in Dushanbe

TEHRAN- The Tajik Persian Culture Research Institute was inaugurated in Dushanbe, Tajikistan on Wednesday in a ceremony attended by the Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, the Minister of Culture of Tajikistan Matlubakhon Sattoriyon and a number of Iranian and Tajik cultural and literary figures. 

“Smart Kid” mobile screening extended

TEHRAN- The mobile screening of the Iranian 3D animation “Smart Kid,” which has been titled the best-selling animation and children’s film in the country, will extend until the end of March.

Rumi's art exhibition: a platform for cultural exchange between Iran, Turkey

TEHRAN- An art exhibition showcasing Persian poet and mystic Molana Jalal ad-Din Rumi's poetry through calligraphy, gilding, and miniature painting, was inaugurated in Ankara Music and Fine Arts University, Turkey on Monday. 

Ruholamin unveils new painting to mark Father’s Day

TEHRAN- Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin unveiled a new artwork on Tuesday to celebrate National Father's Day and the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS), the first Shia Imam, which was observed on January 14 this year.

TEHRAN PAPERS

FATF, a challenge or solution?!

TEHRAN - In a note, Jam-e-Jam discussed the opinion of the supporters and opponents of FATF and wrote: Acceptance or non-acceptance of the FATF demands has been the subject of political debates in the country for several years.