Citizens of metropolises dream of clean air
In the past, the air was supposed to keep us alive, but it seemingly has changed its duty, like many other things, to kill us.
Unhealthy air permeating Tehran for 6th consecutive day
TEHRAN– Despite the cancellation of schools and sport events in Tehran in the last 3 days, the bad air is still hovering over the mega city. Also traffic restrictions have been enforced in the last two days but some critics are calling for closing of all offices, banks, and organizations to lower the pollution level. […]
US, South Korea Begin Largest-Ever Joint Air Drill
TEHRAN – The US and South Korea on Monday kicked off their largest ever joint air exercise, an operation North Korea has labelled an “all-out provocation”, days after Pyongyang fired its most powerful intercontinental ballistic missile. The five-day Vigilant Ace drill – involving 230 aircraft, including F-22 Raptor stealth jet fighters, and tens of thousands […]
Breathing Dirty Air May Harm Kidneys
TEHRAN – Outdoor air pollution may increase the risk of chronic kidney disease and contribute to kidney failure, say researchers. Outdoor air pollution has long been linked to major health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. A new study now adds kidney disease to the list, according to […]
Air Defense at Front Line of Defending Iran
TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei highlighted the leading role that the Air Defense plays in safeguarding Iran, calling for efforts to unleash the potential of the country’s young talents and develop innovative plans in this field. The Iranian Air Defense is at the forefront of protection of Iran’s dignity […]