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Netanyahu to visit White House Tuesday, first foreign leader since Trump assumed office

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IFP Media Wire
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Trump Netanyahu

Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt described Netanyahu’s trip as “a working meeting and visit with” Trump.

She stated that the meeting “emphasizes” Trump’s “continued support for Israel, and ensuring that brutal terrorists in that region have hell to pay.”

Recently, Trump proposed moving Palestinians out of the Gaza Strip and stressed Jordan and Egypt should take more Palestinians from the besieged enclave, which has drawn sharp criticism.

Trump’s proposal came after a ceasefire accord took effect in Gaza on Jan. 19, suspending Israel’s genocidal war that has killed more than 47,300 Palestinians, most of them women and children, and injured more than 111,000 since Oct. 7, 2023.

The Israeli onslaught has left more than 11,000 people missing, with widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis that has claimed the lives of many elderly people and children in one of the worst global humanitarian disasters ever.

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants in November last year for Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

Israel also faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its war on the enclave.

Iran commemorates 46th anniversary of Islamic Revolution

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IFP Editorial Staff
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The event marked the beginning of the Ten-Day Dawn celebrations, commemorating the Revolution’s victory in 1979.

Celebrating the day, motorcycle parades were held in the capital Tehran and other cities across the country.

The ceremonies also featured various cultural and social programs nationwide, including youth festivals, sports competitions, and tributes to historical figures.

Events such as the national youth celebration in Tabriz, the commemoration of the Urumia uprising, and the symbolic raising of the Iranian flag in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province were held to honor the Revolution’s legacy.

An international cinematic event, 43rd Fajr Film Festival, also kicked off on Thursday in Tehran, marking the Islamic Revoltion.

Hamid Reza Hajibabaei, Deputy Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, addressed the gathering at Behesht-e Zahra, emphasizing Iran’s resilience and its role in “promoting justice and resistance globally.”

He criticized the US for its history of aggression, citing the 1988 downing of an Iranian passenger plane, the assassination of General Qasem Soleimani in 2020, and the imposition of an eight-year war on Iran in the 1980s.

Hajibabaei asserted that Iran has never sought conflict but has consistently defended its sovereignty against external pressures.

The Islamic Revolution, led by Imam Khomeini, was fueled by anti-imperialist sentiments due to former Iranian monarch Mohammad Reza Pahlavi’s reliance on Western powers, particularly the US.

The revolution ended 2,500 years of monarchical rule in Iran, establishing a republic grounded in Islamic values.

Fajr International Film Festival kicks off in Tehran

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Fatemeh Askarieh
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The opening ceremony was attended by a host of artists and officials, such as Minister of Culture Seyyed Abbas Salehi, head of the Cinema Organization Raed Faridzadeh, and deputy head of the Cinema Organization Mehdi Shafiei.

Highlights of the evening included segments from the film “Mother,” in memory of late director Ali Hatami, and a speech by festival director Manouchehr Shahsavari.

The ceremony honored Sirus Alvand, coinciding with his birthday, with tributes from his daughter Mahour Alvand and filmmaker Fereydoun Jeyrani.

 

The event also paid homage to late cinema figures with AI-enhanced performances and video clips, notably featuring the voice and image of Khosrow Shakibai, renowned late Iranian actor.

Awards were presented in categories such as Best Trailer, Best Poster, and Best Photography, with winners including Qadir Hamzeh Emam Chay and Mohammad Rouh al-Amini.

Lebanese singer Moein Shereef performed songs reflecting on the recent conflict in Gaza, emphasizing themes of justice and unity.

The festival aims to promote unity and appreciation for Iranian cinema, as highlighted by Salehi’s closing remarks.

6th Tehran International Auto Show unveils over 20 new products

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Fatemeh Askarieh
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6th Tehran International Auto Show unveils over 20 new products

Visitors can explore vehicles from various brands and view over 20 newly unveiled products.

More in pictures…

Space Cheif: Iran to Launch Two Satellites into Space Soon

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Hassan Salarieh told Iranian television that on the National Space Technology Day (February 3), several Iranian satellites will be unveiled. Currently, about seven to eight Iranian satellites are ready for launch.

He added that so far, more than 24 or 25 Iranian-made satellites have been sent into space. These satellites belong to various classes.

Salariyeh referred to the localization of the space industry as a path toward technological independence and stated that, due to sanctions, this industry has been based on domestic development from the beginning. Currently, numerous private companies and research centers are active in this field.

The head of the Space Agency added Iran’s space industry is entirely indigenous, and the country is active in all dimensions of this industry, including launchers, satellite design and manufacturing, necessary infrastructure such as satellite control stations, image reception, launch bases, laboratories, and research centers.

Salarieh said satellite imagery is used in various fields, including agriculture, cadastre, damage assessment, environment, natural resources, water, and many other areas.

Hamas confirms death of military chief Mohammed Deif

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IFP Media Wire
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Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif

Hamas armed wing, the al-Qassam Brigades, announced on Thursday night the killing of its military leader Deif and deputy military commander Marwan Issa in combat.

Israel initially announced in August 2024 that Deif had been killed in a July air attack. But Hamas denied the news at the time, telling reporters that Deif was “well and directly overseeing” the group’s operations.

According to the Israeli military, Issa was killed in March last year. At the time, senior Hamas officials told Al Jazeera that the group’s political bureau had not received evidence of Issa’s death.

Chief of al-Qassam Brigades Abu Obeida Abu Obeida has also confirmed the killing of several other Hamas military commanders, including Ghazi Abu Tamaa, the commander of weapons and combat services, Raed Thabet, commander of manpower and head of supplies unit, and Rafei Salama, the commander of the Khan Younis Brigade.

Deif was one of the founders of Hamas’s military wing, the al-Qassam Brigades, in the 1990s and led the force for more than 20 years. Deif was also believed to have developed the group’s network of tunnels and its bomb-making expertise.

In August 2014, Deif’s wife and seven-month-old son were killed in an Israeli air strike that targeted a house in Gaza where the family was staying.

According to reports, Deif lost an eye and sustained serious injuries in one leg in one of Israel’s assassination attempts. His survival while running Hamas’s armed wing turned him into a folk hero among Palestinians.

On the morning of October 7, 2023, Hamas issued a rare voice recording of Deif announcing the “Al-Aqsa Flood” operation, signalling the attacks that day on southern Israel were payback for Israeli raids at Al-Aqsa Mosque, Islam’s third holiest site.

Fatal multi-vehicle collision in western Iran leaves five dead

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iran Roads

According to Hamzeh Mohammadi Moghaddam, head of the Ilam Red Crescent Society, six emergency rescue teams, along with ambulances from the provincial emergency services, were immediately dispatched to the scene.

Reports indicate that the collision involved a semi-truck and several passenger and pickup vehicles.

Tragically, at least five individuals have lost their lives, while several others sustained injuries.

Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident.

Ex-Iran minister: Supreme council of cyberspace’s filtering policies counterproductive to security

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Mobile Internet Iran

“In the name of security, certain actions are being taken that are, in reality, anti-security. The filtering measures implemented by the Supreme Council of Cyberspace are a prime example. Nearly 85% of users now rely on VPNs, meaning unrestricted access to all kinds of content, which completely undermines security,” Motamedi stated.

He argued that Iran’s telecommunications industry does not suffer from fundamental issues but rather from self-imposed obstacles such as reduced internet speed and extensive filtering.

Motamedi pointed out that, unlike most countries where fixed broadband is faster than mobile internet, Iran faces the opposite situation, further complicating connectivity.

Motamedi noted that while fiber optics were a global priority two decades ago, Iran is only now addressing the issue, failing to keep pace with modern technological advancements such as artificial intelligence, smart industries, and the Internet of Things.

He emphasized that the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology must shift its focus toward cutting-edge technologies rather than outdated concerns, stating that if these basic issues are resolved, the sector can move forward with more innovative projects.

France cancels Tehran-Paris flight without explanation

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iran Airtour was scheduled to resume its Tehran-Paris service on February 1, marking the first direct flight on this route in months. However, according to the airline’s CEO, French authorities unexpectedly canceled the flight without providing a reason.

The European Union had previously imposed sanctions on several Iranian airlines, including Iran Air, leading to the suspension of numerous flights to European destinations. Despite these restrictions, Iran Airtour had planned to resume services, only for the flight to be abruptly called off by France at the last moment.

The airline’s CEO expressed regret over the situation, emphasizing that the cancellation was not initiated by the company.

He poited out that the airline is actively pursuing the matter with relevant authorities.

Eight Gaza captives, including five foreigners, released by Hamas as part of ceasefire deal

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IFP Media Wire
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Agam Berger, a 20-year-old Israeli soldier, was the first to be released on Thursday as she emerged from under rubble at the Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, which has repeatedly been targeted by the Israeli military since October 2023.

Later on Thursday, an Israeli female civilian, Arbel Yehoud, was released outside of what used to be the house of former Hamas political chief Yahya Sinwar in the southern city of Khan Younis.

Another Israeli civilian and five Thai nationals were also handed over to Red Cross officials, the Israeli army wrote on X.

In return, Israel is due to release 110 Palestinians held in Israeli prisons.

The first six-week phase of the ceasefire agreement took effect on Jan. 19, suspending Israel’s genocidal war that has killed over 47,400 Palestinians, most of them women and children, and injured more than 111,500 since Oct. 7, 2023.

Ten Israeli captives have so far been released in return for 290 Palestinian prisoners since the deal came into force.

Under the first phase of the deal, 33 Israeli captives are set to be released in exchange for an estimated 1,700 to 2,000 Palestinian detainees.

The Israeli onslaught on Gaza has left more than 11,000 people missing, with widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis that has claimed the lives of many elderly people and children in one of the worst global humanitarian disasters ever.

The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants in November last year for Netanyahu and his former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.

Israel also faces a genocide case at the International Court of Justice for its war on the enclave.

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