Pars Today – Coinciding with the 46th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, the 23rd Iran film festival in Serbia began with the screening of five feature films and one documentary, warmly received by Serbian enthusiasts of Iranian culture.
An armed attack on a school in Sweden, the reaction of the leaders of the “ALBA Union” to Trump’s immigration policies, the unprecedented reception of Serbs for the Iranian film festival, Zelensky’s request to NATO for nuclear weapons, China’s swift and reciprocal response to U.S. trade tariffs are some highlights from global news featured on Pars Today.
Latin America | Reaction of ALBA leaders to Trump’s immigration policies
The official website of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA-TCP) reported that leaders of various Latin American countries, during the “12th extraordinary summit of the ALBA Union,” condemned U.S. aggression and Donald Trump’s immigration policies, emphasizing the need for regional unity among governments.
Economy | Opening of Iran-Kyrgyzstan investment office in Bishkek
Kyrgyz media announced that an investment office between Iran and Kyrgyzstan will be inaugurated in Bishkek, aimed at fostering economic cooperation and supporting technical and engineering projects in the country.
Europe | Armed attack on a school in Sweden
According to Reuters, Swedish police announced on Tuesday that five people were shot in an attack on a school in the city of Örebro, west of Stockholm, the capital. The extent of injuries is still unclear.
Europe | Hungary: Washington’s threats stem from EU Commission incompetence
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó stated that the failure and incompetence of the European Commission over the past five years have led to the current situation where we see threats from Washington regarding increased customs tariffs on European exports to the United States.
Ukraine | Zelensky’s request to NATO: Give us nuclear weapons
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in an interview with renowned British journalist Piers Morgan, referred to the lengthy process of Ukraine’s membership in NATO and asked NATO leaders to provide nuclear weapons to Kiev.
United States | Protesters in Washington chant “Gaza is not for sale”
News sources reported that a group of American citizens held protests in Washington D.C. after a joint press conference between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu, chanting “Gaza is not for sale.” This action was in response to the U.S. President’s statements regarding the relocation of Gaza residents and future control methods.
Asia | China’s swift and reciprocal response to U.S. trade tariffs
Simultaneously with the implementation of the U.S. President’s order imposing 10% anti-China tariffs, the Tariff Commission of China’s State Council responded by announcing a 15% tariff on imported U.S. coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Additionally, a 10% tariff will be applied to imports of oil, agricultural machinery, heavy trucks, and vans from the U.S., with these new tariffs taking effect on February 10.
Gaza | UNICEF: Children’s situation in Gaza is critical
Tess Ingram, spokesperson for the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), announced that despite the ceasefire in Gaza, the humanitarian situation for children remains critical. The ceasefire should be used as an opportunity to bring in food, medical supplies, and humanitarian aid.
Zionist regime | Increase in reverse migration of Zionists
The Knesset research center of the Zionist regime reported that reverse migration from Israel has increased in 2024 due to war and security conditions. In 2024, 82,000 Zionist Jews emigrated from the Occupied Territories, a 50% increase compared to the previous year.
United States | U.S. President’s conditions for supporting Ukraine against Russia
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he intends to gain access to Ukraine’s rare and scarce resources through an agreement, in exchange for continuing U.S. support for Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Iran | Serbs’ unprecedented reception of the Iranian film festival
Coinciding with the 46th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution, the 23rd Iranian film festival in Serbia began with the screening of five feature films: “Sima’s Unfinished Narration” directed by Alireza Samadi, “In the Arms of the Tree” by Babak Khajeh Pasha, “Goodbye Shirazi Girl” by Afshin Hashemi, “21 Days Later” by Mohammad Reza Kheradmandan, and the documentary “Isatis” by Alireza Dehghan, all subtitled in Serbian, and warmly welcomed by Serbian enthusiasts of Iranian culture.
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