Date: December, 25, 2024
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Over 100,000 Participants Enrolled in Iran’s 'I Love the Quran' Program
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Over 33 countries have embraced Iran's national Quranic initiative, "I Love the Quran," with more than 100,000 participants nationwide and substantial international engagement, according to the Quranic Affairs Center of Astan Quds Razavi.
Japan FM Raises ‘Serious Concerns’ over China Military Activity
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Japan’s top diplomat Takeshi Iwaya expressed “serious concerns” to his Chinese counterpart over Beijing’s increasing military activity and the situation in the East and South China Sea, Tokyo said Wednesday.
Iranian President Urges Support for Palestine in Message to Pope
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – In a message to the Pope on Christmas Day, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for effective measures to help the innocent people of Palestine.
Putin's Principles of Ukrainian Settlement Stem from International Law: Lavrov
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The principles of settling the Ukrainian crisis voiced by Russian President Vladimir Putin stem from international law, and not some preconditions, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said.
South Korea's Yoon Defies Second Agency Summons over Martial Law
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – South Korea's suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol did not respond on Wednesday to a second summons by anti-corruption authorities who, along with prosecutors, are investigating his short-lived martial law decree issued early this month.
Pezeshkian Offers Condolences after Azeri Plane Crash in Kazakhstan
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered his condolences to his Azeri counterpart over deaths after an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet with 62 passengers and five crew members onboard crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan on Wednesday.
UN Launches Appeal for Cyclone-Hit Mozambique
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United Nations and its partners on Tuesday launched the 2025 humanitarian needs and response plan as well as a flash appeal for Mozambique, to assist people impacted by the devastating Cyclone Chido.
Iranian Weightlifters Take Medals at 2024 Asian Youth & Junior Championships
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian weightlifters claimed several medals at the at 2024 Asian Youth & Junior Championships on Tuesday.
El Amloud to Leave Persepolis: Report
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Moroccan defender of Iran’s Persepolis football team Ayoub El Amloud is reluctant to remain in the team.
China Condemns Philippine Defense Chief's Remarks on China, US Missiles
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Beijing on Wednesday condemned comments by the Philippine defense minister about China, calling them "baseless accusations" that "maliciously attacked" China's ruling Communist Party.
Trump’s Presidency Could Influence Global Economy: Russian Finance Chief
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Donald Trump’s presidency could bring changes to the global economy, but Russia must safeguard its citizens from any negative effects, Finance Minister Anton Siluanov told Rossiya-24 in an interview.
Silent Nights in Bethlehem As Israeli Violence Overshadows Christmas
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The festive spirit was subdued in Bethlehem this Christmas as ongoing violence in Gaza and the Israeli-occupied West Bank overshadowed celebrations, leaving the Church of the Nativity without its traditional decorations.
2 Shot Dead in US Traffic Stops
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two men were shot dead by police officers during separate traffic stops in the southern US state of Alabama over the past two days, authorities said.
Spokesman Hails Coexistence among Religions in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei congratulated Christians on Christmas, highlighting the history of peaceful coexistence among religions and cultures in Iran.
Ousted Bangladesh PM Hasina's Son Denies Graft in $12.65 Billion Nuclear Deal
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Ousted Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's son and adviser on Tuesday described allegations of corruption involving the family in the 2015 awarding of a $12.65 billion nuclear power contract as "completely bogus" and a "smear campaign".
Survivors Reported As Azerbaijani Airlines Plane Crashes near Aktau
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Azerbaijani Airlines flight en route from Baku to Grozny crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday, according to the Kazakh Emergency Ministry.
Iran to Hold War Games in Days: Ranking General
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters unveiled plans for a series of “offensive and defensive” military exercises in the coming days.
Russian Court Sentences US Citizen to 15 Years on Espionage Charges
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A Russian court has sentenced US citizen Eugene Spector to 15 years in a maximum-security penal colony after convicting him of espionage, Russian state media reported on Tuesday.
