[13 June 13] Short history of elections in Iran - English
March 30 & 31, 1978, the first election after the victory of the Islamic revolution in which more than 98 percent of Iranians voted for the...
March 30 & 31, 1978, the first election after the victory of the Islamic revolution in which more than 98 percent of Iranians voted for the Islamic Republic. This was just the beginning. December 2nd and 3rd 1979 Iran\'s new constitution was put to the vote. Then it was January 25th 1980, the first presidential election in Iran after the Islamic revolution. Since then, People have gone to the ballots to elect the president nine times and,on Friday June 14th 2013 they cast their votes in the 11th presidential race.
Arash Khalatbari, Press TV, Tehran
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[13 June 13] Anti-G8 protesters march through London - English
BAE Systems - the UK\'s largest arms manufactures - was the first stop on what would be a fast-paced journey across Central London highlighting the...
BAE Systems - the UK\'s largest arms manufactures - was the first stop on what would be a fast-paced journey across Central London highlighting the capital\'s ties to the global arms trade. With scores of protestors arrested during Tuesday\'s Stop G8 demos, the police presence was a heavy one. Demonstrators from a coalition of anti-capitalists groups explained why the arms firms provoked their anger. With just days to go before the G8 Summit kicks off in Ireland the capital is the focal point. With the demonstrators taking the media and other protestors on what seemed like a magical mystery tour of locations associated with the arms trade in London.
Amina Taylor, Press TV, London
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[13 June 13] Hundreds of foreign reporters to cover Iran election - English
Everything is in place for Iranian and foreign media reporters to cover Iran\'s presidential election on this Friday. On threshold of the election,...
Everything is in place for Iranian and foreign media reporters to cover Iran\'s presidential election on this Friday. On threshold of the election, spokesman of the Guardian Council, the body that has vetted the presidential candidates and will supervise the elections, talked to reporters in Tehran. Most questions were about the form of the election, how and when the results will be announced.
Arash KHalatbari, Press TV, Tehran
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[13 June 13] EU forces financial institutions to share tax info - English
Dealing in cash only is the traditional method used by tax dodgers to avoid paying the state a portion of their incomes. Now, though the digital...
Dealing in cash only is the traditional method used by tax dodgers to avoid paying the state a portion of their incomes. Now, though the digital era has taken centre stage and money can be shifted electronically right around the globe using any number of accounts. The European Commission says forcing institutions to become more transparent is the key to curtailing the problem. The Commission says it is vital that governments around the world co-operate with the EU on this issue. We asked ordinary EU citizens about their views on these latest measures which are designed to curtail illegal tax evasion within the union estimated to be worth one trillion euro annually.
Jerome Hughes, Press TV, Brussels
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[14 June 13] Ukraine activists concerned over child abuse - English
Human rights activists say the beating and torture of children is continuing in the Ukraine despite the new Criminal Code and the UN Convention on...
Human rights activists say the beating and torture of children is continuing in the Ukraine despite the new Criminal Code and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which was adopted by the government last year.
The inhumane and degrading treatment of children is endemic in many countries. But the situation in the Ukraine is worse, as the lack of data makes the magnitude of the problem difficult to ascertain.
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[14 June 13] Iran presidential elections 2013: polling day - English
Polls have officially opened in Iran for presidential, and city and rural council elections with nearly 50.5 million people eligible to vote. The...
Polls have officially opened in Iran for presidential, and city and rural council elections with nearly 50.5 million people eligible to vote. The Iranians began casting their ballots at 8:00 am (0330 GMT) on Friday with the polls scheduled to remain open for ten hours. The time can be extended if necessary. Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei cast his ballot minutes into the polls.
More than 1.6 million of those eligible to vote are first-time voters. Over 60,000 polling stations have been set up across the country, while Iranian nationals abroad will also be also able to vote at 285 overseas polling stations. Vote counting will begin at the polling stations immediately after the voting ends. Voting may be extended if the Interior Ministry sees necessary.
Opinion polls show the presidential election is headed for a runoff. They also predict a 60-percent turnout in the polls. The president of Iran is elected for a four-year term in a national election.
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[14 June 13] Leader casts early votes in Iran polls - English
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has cast his ballots in Iran\\\\\\\'s 11th presidential and 4th city and rural...
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has cast his ballots in Iran\\\\\\\'s 11th presidential and 4th city and rural council elections as the polls officially opened across the country. Speaking to reporters after casting his votes minutes after the opening of the polls early Friday, the Leader stressed the importance of the Iranian nation\\\\\\\'s \\\\\\\"effective, timely, massive and enthusiastic\\\\\\\" participation in the elections.
\\\\\\\"The dear Iranian people should enter the scene of elections with fervor and motivation, and [they should] know that the destiny of the country and prosperity of the nation depend on their presence and the choice they make,\\\\\\\" Ayatollah Khamenei stated. The Leader said the Iranian people play a key role in determining their fate, and that is the reason behind enemies\\\\\\\' propaganda campaigns against the nation.
The enemies have made every effort to create voter apathy in Iran by trying to incite \\\\\\\"cynicism and despair\\\\\\\" among Iranians, Ayatollah Khamenei underlined.
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[14 June 13] Iran presidential candidates cast votes - English
Amid the massive turnout of voters in Friday\'s elections, Iranian presidential candidates have joined the rest of the nation in casting their...
Amid the massive turnout of voters in Friday\'s elections, Iranian presidential candidates have joined the rest of the nation in casting their ballots. Shortly after the polls opened, independent candidate Mohammad Gharazi showed up at a polling station in southeast Tehran and cast his vote. Describing June 14 as a national day, Gharazi said the real winner of the elections is the Iranian people and stressed that whoever wins the race bears a great responsibility.
Presidential candidate Hassan Rohani also cast his ballot on Friday morning. He urged all Iranians to make their presence felt on the political arena and further reinforce the Islamic Republic by turning out in force in the elections. After casting his ballot, Principlist candidate Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf also emphasized that popular vote is tantamount to law, adding that the candidate who emerges victorious should be respected by all.
Ali Akbar Velayati, another Principlist candidate, also urged Iranians to take part in the election fervidly, saying people\'s vote was the reaffirmation of the Islamic Republic. Independent candidate Mohsen Rezaei, for his part, urged a massive turnout in the elections. He called upon all Iranians to play an active role in determining their fate. Principlist candidate Saeed Jalili also called for a high voter turnout and stressed that all people should respect he who is elected.
Polls officially opened in Iran for presidential, and city and rural council elections at 8:00 am (0330 GMT) on Friday and are scheduled to remain open for ten hours. The time can be extended if necessary. Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei cast his ballot minutes into the polls. Nearly 50.5 Iranians are eligible to vote in the June 14 election. More than 1.6 million of those eligible are first-time voters. The president of Iran is elected for a four-year term in a national election. Over 200,000 candidates are also running for city and rural council elections.
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[14 June 13] Iran religious minorities, expatriates take part in...
Amid massive turnout of voters in Friday\'s elections, Iranian religious minorities and expatriates have also joined their compatriots to cast...
Amid massive turnout of voters in Friday\'s elections, Iranian religious minorities and expatriates have also joined their compatriots to cast their ballots, Press TV reports.
\"We Zoroastrians always, especially today on June 14th that\'s a very special day, feel [that] we are part of the elections because we would like to [participate in the election].... We are duty-bound religiously ... to stand shoulder by shoulder alongside our Muslim, Christian, Jewish and other religious minorities to take part in the enthusiastic elections,\" Rashid Khorshidian, a Zoroastrian voter, told Press TV.
\"When it comes to the destiny of Iran, we should all try to pick the right and most qualified person as the next president so that he would be able to serve Iran,\" Ebrahim Saidian, a Jewish voter, told Press TV. Iranian expatriates in over 90 countries are also voting to choose a new president for their country. Over 850,000 ballot papers have been sent to polling stations overseas.
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[14 June 13] Islam: fastest growing religion in the world - English
Human rights activists say the beating and torture of children is continuing in the Ukraine despite the new Criminal Code and the UN Convention on...
Human rights activists say the beating and torture of children is continuing in the Ukraine despite the new Criminal Code and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which was adopted by the government last year.
The inhumane and degrading treatment of children is endemic in many countries. But the situation in the Ukraine is worse, as the lack of data makes the magnitude of the problem difficult to ascertain.
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[14 June 13] Iran-s election to have important impact on Middle...
Press TV has conducted an interview with George Labaki, professor at Notre Dame University, about the 11th presidential elections process in Iran.
Press TV has conducted an interview with George Labaki, professor at Notre Dame University, about the 11th presidential elections process in Iran.
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[14 June 13] Iran Presidential polls in London - English
The polling stations for the Iranian presidential election opened in England to give Iranians living outside their home country the chance to cast...
The polling stations for the Iranian presidential election opened in England to give Iranians living outside their home country the chance to cast their vote. Many Iranians live in England and despite Friday being a working day here, many came to the Iranian Embassy in London to vote.
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[14 June 13] Iran Presidential polls in Berlin - English
The polling stations for the Iranian presidential election opened in Germany to give Iranians living outside their home country the chance to cast...
The polling stations for the Iranian presidential election opened in Germany to give Iranians living outside their home country the chance to cast their vote. More than 100,000 Iranians live in Germany and despite Friday being a working day here, many came to the Iranian Embassy in Berlin to vote.
Polling stations were set up in Berlin, the consulates in Hamburg, Munich and Frankfurt as well as in Bonn, the former German capital. Eligible voters taking part in the election chose one of the six candidates to succeed Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as president of the Islamic Republic of Iran. And although they might be far away from their hometown, they feel the responsibility to take part in this key event.
The polling station in the Iranian Embassy in Berlin remains open for the day allowing Iranians to freely cast their vote and contribute to electing the candidate of their choice.
Many Iranians living in Germany have used their right to vote in Iran\'s presidential election in the five polling stations set up all over the country and now they curiously await the result.
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[14 June 13] Voter turnout sends strong message to US: William Beeman -...
Professor William Beeman from the University of Minnesota says that the participation of Iranians in the elections has a strong message for...
Professor William Beeman from the University of Minnesota says that the participation of Iranians in the elections has a strong message for Washington, who doubts the legitimacy of the Iranian elections.
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[14 June 13] Iran Presidential polls in Beirut - English
The polling stations for the Iranian presidential election opened in Beirut to give Iranians living outside their home country the chance to cast...
The polling stations for the Iranian presidential election opened in Beirut to give Iranians living outside their home country the chance to cast their vote. Many Iranians live in Lebanon and many came to the Iranian Embassy in Beirut to vote.
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[14 June 13] Debate : The importance of Iran election 2013 - English
The big day: Friday June 14, where Iranians will be casting their ballots at over 66,000 polling stations across the country in the nation\'s 11th...
The big day: Friday June 14, where Iranians will be casting their ballots at over 66,000 polling stations across the country in the nation\'s 11th presidential election.
It\'s a choice between six candidates. In this edition of the show we will be looking at whether there will be a run-off, and why these elections matter so much at this juncture in time, not only for Iran, but to the entire world.
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[14 June 13] Iranian expats in France vote in presidential election -...
Iranian citizens living in France went to the polls in the first round of the presidential election. Some 850,000 citizens in nearly 90 countries...
Iranian citizens living in France went to the polls in the first round of the presidential election. Some 850,000 citizens in nearly 90 countries are expected to help select the replacement for outgoing president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
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[14 June 13] Palestinians call for reconciliation between factions -...
Friday marked the sixth year of Hamas regaining control of Gaza after routing forces loyal to acting Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas....
Friday marked the sixth year of Hamas regaining control of Gaza after routing forces loyal to acting Palestinian Authority chief Mahmoud Abbas.
Hamas democratically won the Palestinian legislative elections in 2006 but in the middle of June 2007 Fatah forces tried to end Hamas\'s rule.
In the days leading to June 14th 2007 armed clashes erupted between Fatah and Hamas forces and ended with the defeat of Fatah forces.
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[14 June 13] Anti-G8 protests in London - English
BAE Systems - the UK\'s largest arms manufactures - was the first stop on what would be a fast-paced journey across Central London highlighting the...
BAE Systems - the UK\'s largest arms manufactures - was the first stop on what would be a fast-paced journey across Central London highlighting the capital\'s ties to the global arms trade.
With scores of protestors arrested during Tuesday\'s Stop G8 demos, the police presence was a heavy one. Demonstrators from a coalition of anti-capitalists groups explained why the arms firms provoked their anger.
With just days to go before the G8 Summit kicks off in Ireland the capital is the focal point. With the demonstrators taking the media and other protestors on what seemed like a magical mystery tour of locations associated with the arms trade in London.
For many taking part in the flash demonstrations, the arms trade may have been the Wednesday\'s focus but it is the G8 summit being held in the Lough Erne resort in Ireland\'s County Fermanagh for which the most anger is reserved.
The leaders of the world\'s eight most powerful countries have already begun arriving for the two-day summit. Protestors say they will be doing all they can to highlight their objections to a group they say is failing in its duty to the very people they are supposed to represent.
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[14 June 13] How Tony Blair made his Millions? - English
Tony Blair is one of the most controversial figures of the 21st century. He\'s a statesman to some, war criminal to others and a very rich man....
Tony Blair is one of the most controversial figures of the 21st century. He\'s a statesman to some, war criminal to others and a very rich man. Nargess Moballeghi reports from London.
It\'s been more than 2 years since the revolution in Tunisia and the cost of living has gone upward. Adnen Chaouachi reports on Tunisian economy.
Turkey has a population of some 75 million. According to the most recent census, Alawites account for some 25% of that figure. Serena Shim reports from Turkey.
While university graduates in other countries dream of becoming doctors or lawyers setting up their own businesses, in China today, the most popular career choice for graduates by far is a job in the civil service. Steven Ribet reports from China.
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[15 June 13] Nasrallah vows to support Syrian government - English
On the occasion of the Wounded Resistance Fighter Day, head of Hezbollah Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah declared that the entire world is fighting in...
On the occasion of the Wounded Resistance Fighter Day, head of Hezbollah Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah declared that the entire world is fighting in Syria by sending weapons and money, and using media.
Hezbollah\\\'s secretary general Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah said that there\\\'s an American, Israeli and Takfiri project to destroy not only Syria but the whole region. Nasrallah also said that his party was the last group to send men into Syria and it did so to fight the US Israeli- Takfiri axis. He said Hezbollah is not taking part in what is claimed to be a sectarian strife.
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[15 June 13] News Bulletin - English
Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world.
Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world.
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[15 June 13] High voter turn-out marked in Netherlands as Iranians cast...
Taking time off from studies and work, Iranians in the Netherlands go to the Iranian Embassy in The Hague to cast their votes for the eleventh...
Taking time off from studies and work, Iranians in the Netherlands go to the Iranian Embassy in The Hague to cast their votes for the eleventh presidential election. With only one polling station across the Netherlands, they have travelled from virtually all parts of the country to be a part of the most important political event taking place in their country.
The Iranian Ambassador told Press TV that the Embassy had set up an executive board headed by the Ambassador himself and five Iranian residents in the Netherlands to oversee the election. A considerable number of voters are the Iranians studying or employed at the institutions of higher education in the Netherlands.
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[15 June 13] Obama orders arming Syria militants - English
US President Barack Obama has ordered his administration to provide militants in Syria with weapons as the Syrian forces regain control of more...
US President Barack Obama has ordered his administration to provide militants in Syria with weapons as the Syrian forces regain control of more areas in the country.
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[15 June 13] Debate : High voter turnout in Iran elections - English
Iranians vote en masse with the state of the economy, and the question of foreign policy being major factors in determining their pick for the next...
Iranians vote en masse with the state of the economy, and the question of foreign policy being major factors in determining their pick for the next president of the Islamic Republic.
On this edition of the show we ask how the high voter turnout is being seen by the outside world.
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[16 June 13] Pakistan-s new government not to scrap Iran gas project -...
Pakistan\'s new government says it will pursue Iran gas pipeline project despite mounting pressures from the United States to scrap it....
Pakistan\'s new government says it will pursue Iran gas pipeline project despite mounting pressures from the United States to scrap it.
According to the energy strategy unveiled by the government of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the project will be completed on time.
Under the plan, the government plans to appoint a third party inspection agency for the Iran-Pakistan project next month. It has also planned to procure equipment and material to begin construction this year.
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[16 June 13] Thousands march against the G8 meeting in northern Ireland...
As the leaders of the world\'s eight most powerful economies - or G8 - prepare to meet in northern Ireland next week, anti-capitalist and anti-war...
As the leaders of the world\'s eight most powerful economies - or G8 - prepare to meet in northern Ireland next week, anti-capitalist and anti-war campaigners made their voices heard.
Even though the rain teemed down intermittently, spirits weren\'t dampened.
The awful weather hasn\'t stopped thousands of people marching through the center of Belfast today. There are several different groups here from anti-capitalists to anti-war campaigners. But basically the message is the same, they want the G8 leaders to govern on behalf of the people rather than just the rich and powerful.
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[16 June 13] News Bulletin - English
Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world.
Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world.
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