The American Express Times
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Sheer barbarism: Israeli atrocities in Gaza
Since the start of the Gaza conflict on October 7, nearly 34,000 Palestinians, including many women and children, have died amid extensive destruction, with about 13,000 individuals still missing. Human rights groups warn of severe humanitarian violations, including possible war crimes and attempts to forcibly displace Gaza's population, raising urgent calls for independent investigations into…
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Strengthening Iran’s geopolitical position after Operation True Promise
Iran launched a military operation called "True Promise" against Israel, signaling a notable escalation in their ongoing conflict. This action has elevated Tehran’s regional influence,…
Iran warns U.S. of decisive response to Israeli military acts
Iran warned the United States that it will respond quickly and forcefully to any Israeli military actions threatening its interests, as conveyed by Iranian Foreign…
Iran denounces UK for backing Israeli atrocities in Gaza
Iran’s foreign minister condemned the UK for supporting Israel amid its ongoing strikes on Palestinian areas and defended Iran’s retaliatory military operation against Israeli targets…
Iran vows to react ‘within seconds’ to each new Israeli mistake
Iran's deputy foreign minister warned that Tehran will retaliate within seconds to any Israeli actions it deems hostile, marking a sharp escalation from previous response…
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Iran’s missile strike on Israel changes Middle East equations
Iran launched a missile strike early Sunday targeting Israeli-controlled territory, successfully penetrating advanced defense systems. The attack signals a potential shift in regional military dynamics…
U.S. says it does not seek escalation in Israel-Iran conflict
The United States affirmed it does not aim to escalate tensions with Iran despite recent Iran-linked attacks on Israeli-held areas, emphasizing its commitment to defending…
Putin hails 'tact and rationality' of Iran’s retaliation against Israel
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Iran’s recent retaliatory strike against Israel as a measured response to an attack on its embassy in Damascus, highlighting Tehran’s…
Challenges faced by the Zionist regime in response to Iran
An expert on Middle Eastern affairs warned that Israel faces significant risks and regional instability if it undertakes direct military strikes against Iran. The expert…
Ghafour called up to Iran national volleyball team
Amir Ghafour has been recalled to Iran’s national volleyball team ahead of the 2024 Volleyball Nations League after stepping away last year. His return aims…
Iran’s PMI hits 10-month high in Esfand fiscal month
Iran's Purchasing Managers’ Index climbed to 55.79 in Esfand 2024, marking a 10-month high and indicating ongoing economic growth despite challenges. However, elevated currency volatility…
Hamas Leader’s Family Members Assassinated in Israeli Airstrike
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed family members of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, including his granddaughter Malak Haniyeh, amid ongoing clashes between the two sides. Despite…
Iran Increases Budget to Support Patients with Rare Diseases
Iran’s Ministry of Health has announced increased financial support and insurance coverage for patients with rare diseases, including hemophilia, aiming to improve treatment access nationwide.…
Regional Chaos: the Zionist Strategy
An Israeli airstrike on Iran’s consulate in Damascus killed seven IRGC members, including a senior Quds Force commander, prompting Iran to condemn the attack and…
Iranian officials warn of harsher response to future Israeli provocations
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi affirmed China’s support for Iran’s positions and criticized perceived Western double standards regarding Israel’s actions during talks with the U.S.…
Farhad Majidi a candidate to lead Tractor football team
Tractor Football Club parted ways with coach Paco Jemez and is considering Farhad Majidi as a potential replacement to lead the team through the final…
Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization inks 30 deals to export technical services
Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization has signed 30 agreements with international partners to boost exports of technical and engineering services, deploying teams to countries like Iraq,…
Israel Uses Artificial Intelligence to Target Civilians in Gaza, Experts Say
The Israeli military has employed artificial intelligence technologies to target Hamas and Islamic Jihad members during airstrikes in Gaza, resulting in significant civilian casualties and…
Iranian defense minister praises army’s growth and achievements
Iran’s defense minister Mohammad Reza Ashtiani praised the Iranian army’s advancements in self-reliance, technology, and security capabilities since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. He highlighted the…
TEDPIX falls nearly 5,000 points on Tuesday
The Tehran Stock Exchange’s main index, TEDPIX, dropped nearly 5,000 points on Tuesday amid ongoing market volatility influenced by complex political and economic challenges. The…
Ukraine Runs Out of Missiles to Defend Key Power Plant
President Zelenskyy reported that Ukraine's defense of the Trypilska thermal power plant near Kyiv was weakened due to a shortage of defensive missiles, resulting in…
SCI and QS Rankings Show Rise in Iranian Academic Institutions
Iranian universities improved their global academic rankings in 2024, with 197 institutions listed in the SCImago Institutions Rankings, an increase from 194 last year, and…
Foreign coaches face uphill battle in Iran football league
Several foreign coaches in Iran’s Persian Gulf Pro League, including Spanish Paco Jemez of Tractor S.C., have recently parted ways with their clubs following poor…
Annual non-oil exports to Afghanistan rise 13%
Iran’s non-oil exports to Afghanistan rose by 13.6 percent in the year ending March 19, 2024, reaching approximately 3,414 tons valued at $1.871 billion. This…
Storms Lash Pakistan and Afghanistan Causing 100 Deaths
Severe storms have caused at least 100 deaths across Pakistan and Afghanistan, with heavy rains and flash floods triggering landslides and widespread destruction. The disasters…
Normal Rainfall Expected for Next Six Weeks Across Iran
The National Atmospheric Science and Meteorological Research Center predicts near-normal rainfall across Iran over the next six weeks, with regional variations including heavy rain in…
Iran runners-up at AVC Beach Tour 23rd Samila Open
Iranian duo Abbas Pourasgari and Alireza Aghajani finished second at the AVC Beach Tour 23rd Samila Open in Thailand after losing to Australian fifth seeds…
UN Demands Israel Stop Supporting Settler Attacks in West Bank
The United Nations has urged Israeli authorities to stop supporting settler attacks in the West Bank following the killing of two Palestinian men by settlers…
Sudan War: One Year of Conflict Leaves Country in Ruins
One year into Sudan’s conflict, fighting between the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese Armed Forces has caused over 15,550 reported deaths and displaced approximately…
Iran Ranked 75th in Innovation and Technology Readiness Index
Iran was ranked 75th out of 185 countries in the UNCTAD Innovation and Technology Readiness Index, showing strengths in research and development but weaknesses in…
Greco-Roman wrestlers win golds at Asian championships
Iranian wrestlers Naser Alizadeh and Amin Mirzazadeh each won gold medals at the 2024 Asian Wrestling Championships in Bishkek, with Alizadeh defeating Kazakhstan’s Nursultan Tursynov…
Unexploded 1,000-Pound Bombs Found in Gaza Schools
Unexploded bombs weighing around 1,000 pounds have been found in schools and on roads in Khan Yunis, Gaza, following the withdrawal of Israeli forces after…
UNICEF Warns of Famine Disaster Affecting Millions of Sudanese Children
UNICEF reports that nearly 9 million children in Sudan are facing severe food insecurity amid ongoing conflict, with close to 5 million at emergency levels…
Two Iranian Animations Featured in Poland’s 13th Animocje Festival
Two Iranian animated shorts, "Being 10" by Fatemeh Jafari and "Our Uniform" by Yeganeh Moqaddam, are being showcased at Poland’s 13th International Animated Film Festival…
Tehran and Moscow finalizing contract for Rasht-Astara Railway construction
Tehran and Moscow are finalizing a contract to advance the construction of the Rasht-Astara Railway, a key segment of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).…
IRC Warns Gaza Vulnerable to Epidemic-Era Infectious Diseases
The International Rescue Committee has warned that Gaza’s healthcare system is on the brink of collapse, increasing the risk of deadly infectious disease outbreaks amid…
Maymand Village to Enjoy Tourism Boom If It Wins Prestigious UN Label
Authorities in Iran’s Kerman province are seeking UNESCO recognition of Maymand Village as a leading rural tourism destination to boost visitor numbers and infrastructure development.…
Film Portraying Iran’s Missile Power Founder Begins Production
Filming has started in Tehran on "Endless," a biographical film about Hassan Tehrani Moghaddam, the key architect of Iran’s missile program, with scenes shot near…
Foreign journalists visit site of China’s International Horticultural Exhibition 2019
China hosted the International Horticultural Exhibition 2019 in Beijing's Yanqing District from April 29 to October 7, attracting 9.34 million visitors and participation from 110…
Gaza War Impact Reduces Israel’s 2023 GDP Growth
Israel’s GDP shrank at an annualized rate of 21.0% in the fourth quarter of 2023, a steeper decline than previously reported, largely due to the…
Kandovan Village Emerges as East Azarbaijan’s Tourist Magnet
Kandovan village in East Azarbaijan province has become one of Iran’s top tourist destinations after its inclusion on the UN World Tourism Organization’s tentative list…
Several Writers Decline PEN America Recognition in Protest Over Israel-Hamas War Stance
Several authors have declined PEN America award nominations in protest of the organization's perceived inadequate response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and its impact on Palestinian…