Tehran Times

2026-10-16 20:04
Pezeshkian: Iran will not bow to coercion

US must know Iran will powerfully continue its engagement with the world relying on its people and in coordination with neighbors

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday stressed that Iran will not surrender to US pressure and threats and will not bow to coercion.
- Iran seeks deeper ties with neighbors, puts Caucasus and Central Asia in focus

The Leader's message commemorating National Nurse’s Day

TEHRAN- The Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, has issued a message commemorating the birth anniversary of Lady Zeinab (pbuh) and National Nurse’s Day. In his message, he spoke of the presence of the women and daughters, who were like Lady Zeinab in Islamic Iran during the nation’s unprecedented Bi’tha (rising up), as being extraordinary.
Iran reaffirms Strait of Hormuz closure, says passage must be coordinated

TEHRAN — Iranian military officials have reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to uncoordinated maritime traffic, linking any easing of restrictions to 'respect for Iran’s rights' and warning that continued US military presence in the region will deepen insecurity.
Iran raps UK for reversing roles of aggressor and victim

TEHRAN— Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has condemned Britain’s accusations against Iran, accusing London of reversing the roles of aggressor and victim despite two rounds of unlawful aggression against the Islamic Republic in just nine months, including while Tehran was pursuing negotiations.
The end of Saudi Arabia’s Yemen 'containment strategy'

Saudi Arabia’s bid to “contain” the Ansarallah in Yemen while doubling down on economic growth at home is collapsing, posing one of the most serious tests for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman since he rose to power, according to analysts and diplomats.
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Two years after Sinwar’s martyrdom, Palestinian factions vow to continue his path

TEHRAN — Palestinian Resistance factions on Friday marked two years since the martyrdom of Yahya Sinwar, honoring the Hamas leader who fell fighting in Rafah while Israel’s genocidal campaign on Gaza continues under a ceasefire in name only.

Politics

‘Mother of all bombs’ will not rescue Trump from Iran war quagmire

TEHRAN — The possible use of America’s largest non-nuclear bomb against Iran may offer President Donald Trump a dramatic display of military power, but it is unlikely to resolve the strategic predicament facing Washington, analysts have warned, arguing that a spectacular explosion cannot substitute for a viable path out of a protracted war.
AI has enhanced Iran’s intelligence and targeting capabilities: Taeb

TEHRAN— Hossein Taeb, head of Iran’s Basij Organization, says the use of artificial intelligence in defense and intelligence operations has improved the accuracy of target identification and precision strikes, highlighting the technology’s growing role in Iran’s military capabilities.
Iran, 19 countries condemn Colombia’s embassy opening in occupied Al-Quds

TEHRAN — Iran and 19 other countries have condemned Colombia’s decision to open an embassy in occupied al-Quds, warning that the move violates international law, undermines the internationally recognized status of the Palestinian city and runs counter to efforts to establish an independent Palestinian state.

Sports

Iran win U23 World Greco-Roman team title

TEHRAN - Iran U23 Greco-Roman team managed to win the team title of the U23 World Championships in Las Vegas, United States.
Jafari and Beiranvand nominated for AFC Awards Bangkok 2026

TEHRAN – Marzieh Jafari and Alireza Beiranvand from Iran have been nominated for the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Awards Bangkok 2026.
Iran’s wheelchair basketball start on high in Nagoya 2026

TEHRAN – Iran’s men’s wheelchair basketball team defeated Iraq 81-23 in their opening match of the 2026 Asian Para Games.

Culture

“Land of Angels” selected for Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival

TEHRAN- Iranian filmmaker Babak Khajehpasha’s “Land of Angels” will be screened at the 63rd International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival in Türkiye, continuing its presence at international film events.
“The Whisperer” comes to Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN- A Persian translation of Italian writer Donato Carrisi’s debut novel “The Whisperer” has recently been published by Vazn-e Donya Publications in Tehran.
Kiarostami’s “Where Is the Friend’s House?” selected for Tokyo festival

TEHRAN- The 1987 Iranian film “Where Is the Friend’s House?” by the late acclaimed filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami will be screened at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival in Japan as part of a special program celebrating films cherished by legendary Japanese director Akira Kurosawa.

Economy

Co-op memorandum signed: Iran, Eurasia take new step for free trade, integration

TEHRAN- The Minister of Industry, Mining and Trade stressed, at the signing of a cooperation memorandum with the member states of Eurasia, the full implementation of the free trade agreement, the removal of trade barriers, and the expansion of transit cooperation.
‘CBI’s response to sanctions is to curb inflation acceleration, strengthen economic resilience’

TEHRAN- The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) said: Our policy response to sanctions is curbing inflation acceleration and strengthening economic resilience, and taking into account available foreign currency reserves.
Ensuring security of transport corridors benefits all regional countries: Iranian minister

TEHRAN- Iran’s Minister of Transport and Urban Development, emphasizing the necessity of protecting civilian infrastructure and guaranteeing the continuity of transport and transit flows in the region, presented proposals and called for the formulation of operational and time-bound plans to remove border obstacles, develop rail cooperation, and strengthen the resilience of regional corridors.

Society

Pezeshkian urges ‘peace diplomacy’ to protect biodiversity, condemns ecocide

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for “peace diplomacy” to protect biodiversity, condemning the devastating environmental impact of wars of aggression as ecocide and urging the international community to establish effective, transparent and enforceable mechanisms to safeguard natural heritage during wartime.
Disaster Risk Reduction Week: building resilience starts at home

TEHRAN – Iran is marking Disaster Risk Reduction Week from October 13 to 19, focusing on the importance of improving the health of individuals, families, and the safety of homes, raising public awareness, and strengthening family economic resilience before the disaster strikes.
Tehran hosts 8th national conference on soil conservation and watershed management

TEHRAN – Tehran played host to the 8th national conference on soil conservation and watershed management on October 13 and 14, under the theme ‘successful experiences, national and international lessons learned’.

Tourism

Iran issues post-war tourism recovery and competitiveness strategy

TEHRAN – Iran’s tourism ministry has issued a strategic and operational plan to revive the country’s tourism industry during the transition and post-war periods, with a focus on rebuilding its international tourism brand, improving competitiveness and coordinating recovery measures nationwide.
Minai’i pottery: The exquisite Iranian art lost after the Mongol invasion

TEHRAN – Combining intricate craftsmanship with scenes from Persian epic literature, minai’i ceramics transformed ordinary vessels into richly illustrated works of art during Iran’s Seljuk period. The tradition flourished in the late 12th and early 13th centuries before disappearing amid the upheavals of the Mongol period.
Bushehr: Where Iran’s history meets the Persian Gulf

TEHRAN - On Iran’s southern coast, where the Zagros Mountains descend toward the Persian Gulf, Bushehr offers a distinctive blend of history, architecture, nature and living traditions. The sea has shaped almost every aspect of life here, from trade and fishing to cuisine, music and the design of traditional houses.

International

Israeli firm weaponized online ads to hack targets, spy on hundreds of millions

TEHRAN — An Israeli advertising company turned the banner ad into a hacking tool, and for at least two years the companies running the world’s ad platforms failed to stop it.
Caught in an imbroglio, Trump resorts to more blatant lies and misleading claims

TEHRAN – Donald Trump appears to be losing his grip on reality as the November 3 congressional midterm elections approach.
Beijing’s mediating power in international crises

TEHRAN – In the new international order, the concept of “power” is no longer defined solely by the number of nuclear warheads, overseas military bases, or classical security alliances; rather, the new geometry of global power is shaped by the capacity of supply chains, currency exchanges, infrastructure investments, and economic interdependence.

US must know Iran will powerfully continue its engagement with the world relying on its people and in coordination with neighbors