Tehran Times

Enrichment to continue with or without a deal: Iran FM

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reaffirmed Iran’s firm position on its rights under the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), emphasizing that Tehran would not accept any compromise on a hard-earned scientific achievement.
U.S. sanctions signal hostility, not diplomacy: Iran foreign ministry

TEHRAN – Iran has strongly condemned the latest round of U.S. sanctions, saying they reveal Washington’s persistent hostility toward the Iranian nation and cast serious doubt on American claims of diplomatic goodwill.
By Sahar Dadjoo

Gaza media blackout deepens as Israeli strikes kill five more journalists

TEHRAN – The killing of journalists in Gaza has reached an unprecedented and alarming scale, as highlighted by the recent report from the Palestine Chronicle detailing the deaths of five more journalists in Israeli airstrikes, bringing the confirmed total to at least 219 Palestinian journalists and media workers as of May 19, 2025.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

A pro-Resistance popular referendum

SOUTH LEBANON — Ballots closed in the third round of municipal and mayoral elections on May 18 in Beirut Governorate, Bekaa Governorate, and Baalbek-Hermel Governorate.
By Wesam Bahrani

Undercover Israeli operation fails

TEHRAN – Undercover Israeli occupation troops launch a covert mission to recover Gaza captives, but the operation ends in failure.

Politics

Marco Rubio and the threat to diplomacy in the Iranian nuclear conflict

MADRID – In recent weeks, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has made a series of strong statements about Iran’s nuclear program that go beyond reaffirming a traditional stance within the American establishment.
High-profile attendance marks conclusion of Tehran Dialogue Forum

TEHRAN – The Tehran Dialogue Forum came to an end on Monday, with the second and final day involving a compelling mix of expert panels, probing interviews with influential voices, and keynote addresses from Iran's leading figures.
Iran summons UK charge d’affaires over unlawful detention of nationals

TEHRAN — Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the United Kingdom’s charge d’affaires on Monday in response to the “suspicious and unjustified” arrests of Iranian citizens in the UK, denouncing the allegations as “politically motivated fabrications.”

Payam Niazmand signs for Persepolis

TEHRAN – Sepahan goalkeeper Payam Niazmand joined Persepolis football team on Monday.
Kish Island to host 2025 CAFA Men’s Futsal Championship

TEHRAN – Kish Island has been selected as the host for the 2025 CAFA Men’s Futsal Championship.
Tabiat lose to Al Riyadi in 2025 WASL final

TEHRAN – Iranian basketball team Tabiat lost to Lebanon’s Al Riyadi 104-77 in the 2025 FIBA West Asia Super League (WASL) final Sunday night.

“With the World of Dali” exhibition underway at Niavaran Cultural Historical Complex

TEHRAN – The Niavaran Cultural Historical Complex in Tehran is hosting the art exhibition “With the World of Dali,” showcasing Salvador Dali's artworks preserved in Niavaran Palace treasures.
"The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” appears at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN- The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue” by American writer Victoria Elizabeth Schwab has been published in Persian by Milkan Publications.
Musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s “King Lear” on stage at Tehran theater

TEHRAN – A musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s play “King Lear” is currently on stage at Tehran's City Theater Complex.

Iran’s power generation capacity growing at 2.2% annually: minister

TEHRAN – Iran's annual power generation capacity growth rate stands at 2.2 percent, significantly lower than the global average of 4.6 percent, Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi said on Tuesday.
PEDEC signs key drilling contracts to accelerate development of Aban, Paydar Gharb oilfields

TEHRAN – The Petroleum Engineering and Development Company (PEDEC) has signed two major subsurface drilling contracts aimed at accelerating development of the Paydar Gharb oilfield, a shared reservoir with Iraq, the project manager for the Aban and Paydar Gharb oilfield development announced on Tuesday.
‘IRISL shipped 27m tons of goods in past year despite sanctions’

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) transported 27 million tons of cargo last year, continuing its operations despite Western sanctions, according to the company’s Head Mohammad-Reza Modarres Khiabani.

Iran calls for development of AI in Islamic nations

TEHRAN – First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref has called for artificial intelligence development in Islamic countries based on the three main principles of multilateral cooperation, scientific synergy, and shared infrastructures.
Persian medicine to help improve infertility treatment

TEHRAN –Over 32 specialized medical centers are benefitting from Persian medicine across the country to increase the chance of infertility treatment, Nafiseh Hosseini-Yekta, the director of the health ministry’s Persian medicine office, has said.
National No-Tobacco Day to be observed

TEHRAN –The National No-Tobacco Day is scheduled to be held in the country from May 24 to 30.

Iran opens its first specialized college for classic car restoration

TEHRAN - In a landmark development for cultural heritage and technical education in Iran, the country’s first specialized college dedicated to the restoration of classic cars was officially inaugurated on Monday.
Sohaili Village: a culinary jewel in Qeshm Island

TEHRAN – Located along the southern coast of Iran’s Qeshm Island, Sohaili Village has carved out a reputation as one of the Persian Gulf’s premier destinations for culinary tourism.
Tehran museum to host workshop on AI and content creation in museums

TEHRAN - In celebration of International Museum Day, Iran’s National Museum of Science and Technology will host a two-day collaborative workshop titled “Artificial Intelligence and Content Creation in Museums” on May 20 and 21 (30–31 Ordibehesht), in partnership with ICOM Iran.

Gaza media blackout deepens as Israeli strikes kill five more journalists

TEHRAN – The killing of journalists in Gaza has reached an unprecedented and alarming scale, as highlighted by the recent report from the Palestine Chronicle detailing the deaths of five more journalists in Israeli airstrikes, bringing the confirmed total to at least 219 Palestinian journalists and media workers as of May 19, 2025.
A pro-Resistance popular referendum

SOUTH LEBANON — Ballots closed in the third round of municipal and mayoral elections on May 18 in Beirut Governorate, Bekaa Governorate, and Baalbek-Hermel Governorate.
Undercover Israeli operation fails

TEHRAN – Undercover Israeli occupation troops launch a covert mission to recover Gaza captives, but the operation ends in failure.