By Brian McGlinchey via Stark Realities For decades, Israeli government officials — chief among them, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu — have accused Iran of plotting a new Holocaust against the millions of Jews who call Israel home. Netanyahu has said Iran is “planning another genocide against our people,” and wants to “destroy another six million plus Jews.” Western […]
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Biden extends SANCTIONS WAIVER for Iran, giving Tehran access to $10 billion in frozen funds
Biden extends SANCTIONS WAIVER for Iran, giving Tehran access to $10 billion in frozen funds The administration of President Joe Biden has extended a sanctions waiver on Iran, granting the Islamic Republic access to approximately $10 billion in funds held in escrow accounts from Iraq in exchange for electricity guarantees for Baghdad. According to the […]
Tehran conference: FAO calls for global action to combat SDS
TEHRAN – To tackle the rising issue of sand and dust storms (SDS), which affect over 150 countries across the world, coordinated global efforts are crucial, said AbdulHakim Elwaer, FAO Assistant Director-General, and Regional Representative for the Near East and North Africa at the International Conference on Combating Sand and Dust Storms in Tehran. Source
Malaysia National Day celebrated in Tehran
TEHRAN- Malaysian Embassy in Iran celebrated the 66th National Day of Malaysia at the residence of the Malaysian ambassador in Tehran on Tuesday (September 5). Source
Tehran, Moscow launch visa-free access for tourist groups
TEHRAN— On Tuesday, Russia and Iran officially implemented visa-free tourist exchanges dedicated to groups of five to 50 travelers. Source
Tel Aviv, the engine of discord in Baku-Tehran relations
In a note, Shargh discussed the anti-Iran approach followed jointly by Israel and Baku following the recent visit by the Israeli war minister to Baku. It wrote: While Iran’s foreign policy is premised on de-escalation with the countries of the region and even the West, Baku-Tehran relations are still on the path of tension from […]
US politicians react to Tehran Times scoop on Rob Malley
TEHRAN – Several American politicians have reacted to the exclusive report published by the Tehran Times regarding the suspension of U.S. envoy for Iran Rob Malley’s security clearances. Speaking to an American media outlet, Senator Josh Hawley criticized the Biden administration for not providing clear information while Tehran Times has released astonishing information about the […]
Tehran, Baghdad promoting health diplomacy
TEHRAN – Health ministers of Iran and Iraq signed a memorandum of understanding in Tehran, promoting health diplomacy by boosting relations in the field of medical education and treatment. Iranian Health Minister Bahram Einollahi and his Iraqi counterpart Saleh Al-Hasnawi inked the MOU on Saturday. The Iraqi official called for importing Iranian technology and expertise […]
Raisi inaugurates Tehran-Shomal freeway project
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Tehran says welcomes restoration of ties with Egypt, Morocco
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian said on Thursday that Tehran welcomes good relationship with Egypt and Morocco as two Muslim states while expressing his country’s unhappiness the ongoing civil war in Sudan. Source
Tehran takes Canada to top UN court for breaching Iran’s state immunity
TEHRAN – Iran has launched legal proceedings at the UN’s top court against Canada for breaching the Islamic Republic’s state immunity by designating the country a sponsor of terrorism under “false and wrongful” allegations, Press TV reported. Source
Tehran museum puts relics recovered from smugglers on display
TEHRAN – Over 400 ancient artifacts recovered from smugglers are on view at the National Museum of Iran in downtown Tehran. A total of 434 historical objects that Iranian police have recovered from smugglers in the provinces of Tehran and Isfahan have been put on show at the National Museum of Iran, ISNA reported on […]
Washington accused Tehran of seizing multiple foreign oil tankers-Just Like The USA Has Been Doing
“Iran’s unwarranted, irresponsible and unlawful seizure and harassment of merchant vessels must stop,” Vice Admiral Brad Cooper, who leads the 5th Fleet naval forces, said in a statement on Friday. Of course he thinks the USA should be allowed to keep pirating multiple tanker ships carrying Iranian oil. Luke 6:31 “And as ye would that […]
Edward Albee’s play “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” goes on stage in Tehran
TEHRAN – The Iranian Artists Forum in Tehran is playing host to a troupe performing American writer Edward Albee’s play “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?”. Source
Giorgi Gvelesiani: Tehran derby a tough game
TEHRAN – Persepolis defender Giorgi Gvelesiani believes that the Iran Professional League (IPL) title race is not dependent on the result of the Tehran derby between Persepolis and Esteghlal. Source
Noruz travelers visit houses of late Persian poets in Tehran
TEHRAN –Over 5,000 Noruz travelers paid visits to the house museums of contemporary Iranian literary figures in Tehran during the New Year (Noruz) holidays, which ended on April 2, an official with Tehran Municipality has said. Source
Adaptation of Macbeth going to stage in Tehran
TEHRAN – An acclaimed adaptation of William Shakespeare’s masterpiece Macbeth will be restaged by the Titovak Theater Troupe at the main hall of Tehran’s City Theater Complex next week. Source
Eight walking routes designed for Tehran visitors
TEHRAN – Tehran tourism directorate has designed eight walking routes for avid sightseers and visitors to the Iranian capital. Source
Malaysian exhibitors in Tehran to foster partnership
TEHRAN – Following years of coronavirus-related restrictions, Malaysian travel insiders and exhibitors seek to promote partnership with Iranian counterparts at the 16th Tehran International Tourism Exhibition, which runs from February 7 to 10. Tourism Malaysia, which operates under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia, is set to provide an avenue for Malaysia tourism […]
The Tehran-Seoul Scandal: A New Development or a Rerun of the old?
During President Yoon Suk-yeol’s visit to the United Arab Emirates, a “diplomatic misunderstanding” (the wording of the ROK Foreign Ministry) occurred, which, according to Yoon’s political opponents, destroyed the sisterly relations between Tehran and Seoul. Since the days of Lee Myung-bak, South Korean special forces have been stationed in the UAE to train local troops. […]
Abdollahian says Tehran to aid African security measures
TEHRAN- During a meeting with Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian emphasized the Islamic Republic’s support for initiatives to safeguard peace and security in Africa. Source
Students gather outside French embassy in Tehran
TEHRAN- A number of Iranian students gathered on Tuesday outside the French embassy in Tehran in protest over outrageous caricatures published by the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo. Source
Tehran, Islamabad ink MOU to facilitate economic co-op
TEHRAN – Iran and Pakistan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Monday to facilitate bilateral trade between the two countries. Source
Export from Tehran province rises 17% in 9 months on year
TEHRAN – Export from Tehran province increased by 17 percent in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-December 21, 2022), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, a provincial official announced. Source
Afghanistan appoints new embassy caretaker in Tehran
TEHRAN – Afghanistan has appointed a new caretaker for its embassy in Tehran after the tenure of the current caretaker came to an end, Fars News reported. Source
Housing price increases 2.9% in Tehran city
TEHRAN- Average housing price rose 2.9 percent in the capital Tehran during the ninth Iranian calendar month Azar (ended on December 21, 2022), compared to the previous month, according to a report by the Central Bank of Iran (CBI). Source
Iran: Top football player arrested for criticising the Tehran regime
Voria Ghafouri was arrested for “insulting the national soccer team and propagandising against the government,” Iranian news agencies reported. Source