Tehran Times

2025-06-15 15:22
Iran reaffirms commitment to peaceful nuclear development despite attacks

TEHRAN – The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has reiterated its unwavering commitment to advancing peaceful nuclear technology for the benefit of the Iranian people, despite recent hostile actions by enemies.
- Iran nuclear chief: Natanz attack caused surface damage, no casualties

Worldwide public condemnation pours in after Israeli strikes on Iran

TEHRAN –People from all walks of life have held rallies in different countries, condemning Israeli strikes on Iran, which led to the killing of many civilians, scientists, and prominent figures, as well as top military commanders.
OIC chief condemns Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Hussein Ibrahim Taha held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday to discuss the recent Israeli attacks against Iran, expressing deep concern and strong condemnation of the aggression.
Iran denies sending any message to Israel via Cyprus

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei has categorically denied claims made by a foreign media outlet alleging that the Islamic Republic sent a message to the Israeli regime through Cyprus, calling the report entirely baseless.
Funeral ceremony for martyrs of Israeli aggression to be held Tuesday in Tehran

TEHRAN –The head of the Islamic Development Organization of Tehran Province announced that a grand and massive funeral procession for the martyrs of the recent Zionist crimes will be held in Tehran on Tuesday.
Israeli strike on nuclear facilities crosses 'final red line' in international law: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi strongly condemned Israel’s recent attack on Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility, warning that it represents a serious escalation and a blatant violation of international law.

Politics

Suicide drone attack reported at Mashhad airport

TEHRAN- Two explosions rocked Mashhad on Sunday evening, with air defense systems activated near 17 Shahrivar Street and a fire breaking out at Mashhad International Airport. Initial reports indicate a suicide drone was responsible for the airport attack, raising security concerns.
Global outcry intensifies as Israel's aggression on Iran draws widespread condemnation

TEHRAN – In the early hours of Friday, the Israeli regime launched an unprovoked act of military aggression against the sovereign territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran, martyring revered commanders of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) and prominent nuclear scientists, alongside civilians.
Iran’s response and the right to nuclear deterrence in the face of a crumbling Zionist entity

LONDON – First and foremost, we must acknowledge that Iran suffered a painful blow at dawn on Friday when the Zionist entity launched a treacherous attack, with blatant American complicity, on residential areas and nuclear and military facilities.

Sports

Iran defeat New Zealand at 2025 World Aquatics U20 Water Polo Championships

TEHRAN – Iran defeated New Zealand 15-13 at the 2025 World Aquatics Men's U20 Water Polo Championships on Sunday.
Piazza receives heartfelt support from Brazilians

TEHRAN – Italian coach Roberto Piazza has been uplifted by heartfelt messages from a Brazilian supporter as Team Melli prepare for the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) match against Ukraine.
Iranian Pilates coach killed in Israeli attack

TEHRAN – In a tragic consequence of Israel’s latest assault on civilian areas in Iran, Iranian Pilates coach Niloufar Ghalehvand was killed during Friday’s strikes on Tehran.

Culture

Holocide international art competition concludes with prize announcements in Tehran

TEHRAN – The closing ceremony of the 3rd International Cartoon, Caricature, and Poster Contest Holocide was held at the Tehran Municipality building on Thursday, featuring the announcement of winners and distinguished guests.
Iranian short film “Unparallel World” wins at Lighthouse Film Festival

TEHRAN – The Iranian short film “Unparallel World,” written and directed by Mohamad Yaraghi, won a prize at the 17th Lighthouse International Film Festival (LIFF), which was held in Long Beach Island, New Jersey, the United States.
Cultural authorities, artists condemn Zionist regime’s attack on Iran

TEHRAN – Following the Zionist regime’s attack on Iran and the martyrdom of military commanders, nuclear scientists, and innocent civilians, Iranian cultural authorities and organizations as well as artists in separate messages on Friday condemned this blatant violation of the Islamic Republic’s sovereignty and expressed condolences and solidarity with the families of the martyrs and victims of these crimes.

Economy

ECO condemns Israel’s aggression against Iran

TEHRAN- The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) condemned the Zionist regime's aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran in a statement, calling it a clear violation of Iran's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Trade balance in Iran’s free trade zones positive

TEHRAN - Iran’s Free Zones High Council announced that the trade balance of the country's free trade zones was $69.5 million positive in the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-May 21).
Iran exports non-oil products valued at $305m to Oman in 2 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $305 million to Oman during the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-May 21), according to the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).

Society

Worldwide public condemnation pours in after Israeli strikes on Iran

TEHRAN –People from all walks of life have held rallies in different countries, condemning Israeli strikes on Iran, which led to the killing of many civilians, scientists, and prominent figures, as well as top military commanders.
“My heart is broken” is not just enough: IRCS tells ICRC of Israeli crimes in Iran

TEHRAN – The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has told the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) that just saying ‘my heart is broken’ in reaction to the photos of innocent Iranian children killed in Israeli strikes is not enough.
Young artificial intelligence expert, inventor martyred in Israeli attack

TEHRAN – Majid Tejenjari, a prominent professor and expert in artificial intelligence (AI), was martyred in the Israeli terrorist attack on residential areas in Tehran on Friday.

Tourism

Israeli airstrikes near Taq-e Bostan threaten Iran’s ancient heritage

TEHRAN - Over the past two days (Saturday and Sunday), multiple Israeli missile strikes targeted areas within three kilometers of Taq-e Bostan, one of Iran’s most significant Sasanian-era archaeological complexes near Kermanshah.
Shams Tabrizi mausoleum gets major boost with new funding

KHOY, West Azarbaijan province – The Iranian government has allocated 30 trillion rials (approximately $375,000) to advance the long-delayed construction of the mausoleum of Shams Tabrizi, the famed Sufi mystic and spiritual mentor of the celebrated Persian poet Rumi.
Iran evacuates heritage amid Israeli air assault

TEHRAN - Facing an ongoing Israeli air campaign, Iran has undertaken an unprecedented emergency operation to safeguard its most valuable cultural treasures.

International

China condemns Israel's 'military adventurism' against Iran; U.S. calls strikes 'excellent'

BEIJING - In a powerful demonstration of diverging global perspectives, China has strongly condemned Israel’s recent unprovoked strikes against Iran, labeling them as military adventurism. The condemnation comes as the United States openly praised the attacks, with President Donald Trump calling the airstrikes “excellent,” further fueling tensions in the already volatile West Asia (Middle East)
Southern Lebanon on brink of heated tension

SOUTH LEBANON — The violent Israeli raids on Lebanon on the eve of Eid al-Adha provoked the Lebanese Army Command to issue a strongly worded statement, including an unprecedented warning to freeze its cooperation with the Ceasefire Supervision Committee.
Yemeni missiles hit back at Tel Aviv

TEHRAN – Yemeni forces struck back at Israel just 24 hours after the occupation regime launched an attack on the port city of Hodeidah.