Date: May, 20, 2024
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Russia, China, Turkey Express Condolences over Death of Iranian President Raisi
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Presidents Vladimir Putin of Russia, Xi Jinping of China, and Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey extended their condolences following the martyrdom of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a helicopter crash.
Ayatollah Khamenei Declares 5 Days of Public Mourning after President’s Death
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei offered his condolences on the “martyrdom-style” passing away of President Ebrahim Raisi, declared five days of public mourning, and appointed the first vice president as the manager of the executive power.
All Sports Competitions Iran Canceled until End of Week
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – All sports competitions in Iran were canceled following a tragic chopper crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, and their companions.
Wreckage of President’s Copter Detected by Iranian Drones: IRGC General
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The wreckage of the helicopter carrying the president of Iran was ultimately detected by Iranian drones, although a Turkish drone was also involved in the search operation, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps in East Azarbaijan province said.
World Leaders Express Condolences over Iranian President's Martyrdom in Copter Crash
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Global leaders have extended their sympathy and condolences following a tragic chopper crash that claimed the lives of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, and their companions.
Iran, SCA of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan Ink MoU to Boost Trade
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At the initiative taken by the Iran Trade Center in Moscow, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was inked between Iran and the Shopping Center Association (SCA) of Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan with the aim of facilitating the trade activities for the Iranian merchants and trader
US Judge Blocks Biden-Backed Rule Expanding Gun Background Checks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A US federal judge on Sunday blocked the Biden administration from fully implementing a new rule that would require gun dealers to obtain licenses and conduct background checks when selling firearms at gun shows and online.
Iran’s Stock Market Shuts Down, Sports Events Canceled after President’s Death
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The passing away of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a helicopter crash has led to the closure of the stock exchange market and cancellation of the sports events across the country.
Rescuers Find Wreckage of Iranian President’s Copter
TABRIZ (Tasnim) – A large-scale search and rescue operation to locate the helicopter carrying late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was launched on Sunday evening. The wreckage of the aircraft was found on May 20 in a remote mountainous area in the Arasbaran forests in northwestern Iran.
North Korea Slams US Subcritical Nuclear Test, Vows Measures to Bolster Nuclear Deterrence
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – North Korea threatened Monday to take powerful deterrent action against the US nuclear threat, denouncing Washington for its recent subcritical nuclear test.
Armenian PM Condoles with Iran over Helicopter Crash Tragedy
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan expressed condolences following the helicopter crash that killed Iran’s president and foreign minister.
At Least 11 Injured in Overnight Shooting in Savannah, Police Say
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – At least 11 people were injured during an overnight shooting in Savannah, US State of Georgia, on Saturday, according to police.
Pakistan to Observe Day of Mourning for Iranian President after Fatal Chopper Crash: PM
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif announced on social media that Pakistan will observe a day of mourning with the national flag flying at half-mast in respect for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions who were martyred in a chopper crash.
Bodies of Iranian President, Entourage Retrieved
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The bodies of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other passengers martyred in a helicopter crash in northwestern Iran have been retrieved and are being taken to Tabriz, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) said.
Iran Exporting Rail Equipment to Europe: Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The chief executive of the Iranian Rail Equipment Manufacturing Company said the country exports rail parts and equipment to Europe.
Cabinet Issues Statement after Martyrdom of Iranian President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The cabinet of ministers of the Iranian administration convened an emergency meeting on Monday morning after the official confirmation of the martyrdom of President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian in a helicopter crash.
Iranian President, Foreign Minister Martyred in Helicopter Crash
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions, including Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, were confirmed to have been martyred after their helicopter crashed in northwestern Iran on Sunday.
