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Araqchi Informs Pakistan of Iran’s Stances on Ceasefire
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi briefed the Pakistani prime minister on Tehran’s positions regarding the latest ceasefire developments in the US-Israeli war of aggression against Iran, while also discussing bilateral ties and regional issues.
Over 12 mln Afghan Children Received Polio Vaccine in Past Year, UN Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than 12 million children in Afghanistan have been vaccinated against polio over the past year, achieving a coverage rate of 98 percent, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said, according to local media Tolonews on Saturday.
Tehran’s First Parking-Shelter Set to Open Soon
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The mayor of Tehran’s District 10 said the capital’s first dual-purpose parking-shelter will soon become operational, offering space for vehicles in normal conditions and the capacity to accommodate thousands during crises.
US Warned of Iran’s Severe Response to Piracy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters of Iran warned that continued acts of blockade and maritime piracy by the United States will trigger a strong response from the Iranian Armed Forces.
Iranian MPs Reviewing Plan on Strategic Management of Hormuz Strait
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission is working on the details of a 12-article plan that would place the strategic management of the Strait of Hormuz under Iran’s control.
Trump’s Justice Department Is Bringing back Firing Squads for Federal Executions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The US Justice Department announced Friday it is continuing to clear the way for expediting federal death-penalty cases, including by expanding the manners of execution to include death by firing squad.
Israel Destroys Buildings in Southern Lebanon
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Israeli regime’s military forces have continued their attacks on southern Lebanon on Saturday morning, demolishing buildings in Bint Jbeil.
US Mistakenly Considers Itself World’s Most Powerful Country: Jeffrey Sachs
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – It is time for the United States to stop viewing itself as the world’s most powerful country and to start looking for ways to cooperate with other strong international players, a renowned American economist said.
Iran, Turkey Open New Customs Posts at Common Border Crossing
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran and Turkey inaugurated the Gurbulak customs post at the common border, a move expected to boost bilateral economic cooperation and transit capacity.
IRGC Busts Saboteur Cells in Western Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Intelligence Organization has dismantled several teams linked to anti-revolutionary groups in western provinces of Iran, saying the were preparing the ground for enemy military action with backing from the US and Israel.
British Airways Warns of Flight Price Rises Due to Fuel Crisis
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The owner of British Airways (BA) warned of higher ticket prices as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the war against Iran has led to a sharp rise in oil prices.
Iranian FM, Pakistan’s Top General Meet in Islamabad
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Chief of the Army Staff of the Pakistan Army Field Marshal Asim Munir held a meeting in Islamabad on Saturday.
Dispatch of Iranian Hajj Pilgrims Finalized after Leader’s Approval
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian official said the dispatch of pilgrims for this year’s Hajj has been carried out under the command, approval, and discretion of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
Iranian Envoy: No Talks without End to US Blockade
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s envoy to the United Nations in Geneva said negotiations with Washington cannot proceed unless the United States lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports, describing the measure as a violation of the ceasefire.
US Democrats Look to Rein In Trump's War Powers, This Time on Cuba
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The US Senate will vote as soon as next week on a Democratic-led effort to prevent US President Donald Trump from launching an attack on Cuba, Senate aides said on Friday, responding to the Republican's threats to take military action against the island.
Fukushima Draws 'Dark Tourism' As Japan Restarts Reactors
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – As the Japanese government pushes to restart nuclear reactors and shift its energy policy, the Fukushima nuclear plant appears to be turning into a tourist destination.
India Weighs Transfer of Chabahar Port Operations to Iranian Firm
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – India is reportedly considering handing over its operational stake in Iran’s Chabahar Port to a local entity as the deadline for a key US sanctions waiver approaches.
Macron Considers US to Be Unreliable Ally
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – French President Emmanuel Macron does not consider Washington to be an absolutely reliable partner.
