Tehran Times

2026-11-13 20:49
By Seyyed Mohammad Torabi

No safe distance: Iran puts US bases in Europe on notice

NATO admissions expose Europe’s role in Operation Epic Fury, as Tehran’s new doctrine removes geography as a shield.

TEHRAN – “If the US launches another war against Iran, every military base involved in the aggression—from West Asia to Europe—will be a legitimate target for Iran’s lethal strikes. NO SAFE DISTANCE. NO SAFE HAVEN. NO IMMUNITY.”
- Deputy FM: Europe served as ‘infrastructure’ for US aggression against Iran
- Iran urges UN to examine European role in US military operations against Iran

By Mahmoud Mahmoudian

Iran’s Big ‘NO’ to Transfer of Enriched Nuclear Material

Security chief says Iran needs highly enriched fuel for building nuclear-powered vessels

TEHRAN – Iran has ruled out transferring any of its enriched nuclear material abroad, reaffirmed its determination to retain full control over its nuclear capabilities, and warned that any renewed US or Israeli aggression would trigger a far more devastating response, as senior officials highlighted the country's growing military capabilities and readiness to defend its security.
Leader offers condolences on death of Iranian actor, theater director Kourosh Zarei

TEHRAN- Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, has expressed condolences over the death of veteran Iranian actor and theater director Kourosh Zarei, describing him as a committed and revolutionary artist whose efforts to expand performing arts in less-privileged parts of the country were commendable.
Araghchi urges UN, IAEA to condemn US reward offer for information on Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has called on the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to condemn a US offer of up to $20 million in rewards for information about Iran’s nuclear program, warning that the move threatens the security of the country’s nuclear facilities, equipment and scientific personnel.
By Matin Jamshidi

Has the West launched a new smear campaign against Iran?

TEHRAN - Reports surfaced on Tuesday, Nov. 10, that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been relocated from his home in Washington, D.C., to a military base amid alleged Iranian assassination threats.
By staff writer

Military and settlers work hand in hand in West Bank

Settler attacks reach highest total since 2006 as West Bank killings continue

TEHRAN — Israeli soldiers shot dead a 14-year-old boy in the West Bank village of Burqa on November 9, kept ambulances from reaching the wounded and briefly held the paramedics who tried.

Politics

Iran warns US, Israel of more devastating response to any new aggression

TEHRAN – Senior Iranian officials have warned the United States and Israel against any renewed military aggression, stressing that Iran’s Armed Forces are better prepared than ever to defend the country and that the geography of any future confrontation will be determined by Iran, not its adversaries.
Pezeshkian holds talks with leaders on sidelines of COP31

TEHRAN– Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has held a series of bilateral meetings with the leaders of Iraq, Norway, Armenia and Pakistan on the sidelines of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Turkey, discussing bilateral relations, regional developments and prospects for expanding economic and political cooperation.
Martyred Leader was architect of Iran’s aerospace industry: Judiciary chief

TEHRAN – Iran’s Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei has described the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution as the architect of the country’s aerospace industry, highlighting his longstanding emphasis on building national strength across various fields.

Sports

Iran’s 38th-place at Dakar 2026: a wake-up call

TEHRAN - Iran’s disappointing performance at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, has raised serious questions about the country’s ability to develop the next generation of sporting talent.
Elina Rahimi, the first Iranian woman to make WTT Contender main draw

TEHRAN - Elina Rahimi has become the first Iranian Women’s Singles player to make the main draw of a WTT Contender event after she battled through three rounds of qualifying at WTT Contender Istanbul 2026.
Iran’s presence gives Basra tournament value, coach says

TEHRAN - An experienced Iraqi coach believes Iran’s participation will raise the technical profile of the four-nation friendly tournament in Basra, despite the postponement of the AFC Asian Cup.

Culture

Restored version of ‘Bashu, the Little Stranger’ to screen in Canada

TEHRAN – A restored 4K version of “Bashu, the Little Stranger,” the acclaimed film by late Iranian filmmaker Bahram Beyzaie, will be screened at Carbon Arc Cinema, an independent art-house theater in Halifax, Canada, on November 22.
Veteran composer, conductor Loris Tjeknavorian honored in Yerevan

TEHRAN – Veteran composer and conductor Loris Tjeknavorian was honored in a ceremony held in Yerevan, Armenia.
Iranian short documentary wins at 15th Africa International Film Festival

TEHRAN – The Iranian short documentary “Throne of Wood” won an award at the 15th Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), which ran from November 1 to 7 in Nigeria.

Economy

Iran, Uzbekistan emphasize rail, road, transit co-op in Tashkent meeting

TEHRAN- In a significant diplomatic and economic engagement, Iran's Minister of Transport and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, held a pivotal meeting with Ilhom Mahkamov, the Minister of Transport of Uzbekistan, during her official visit to Tashkent.
Tehran Chamber delegation pursues transport, transit co-op at Istanbul’s Logitrans 2026

TEHRAN- A trade delegation from the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture visited the 19th International Istanbul Transport and Logistics Exhibition, Logitrans 2026, led by Peyman Sanandaji, head of the chamber’s Transport Committee, and accompanied by representatives of transport-sector associations.
Iranian ambassador meets Algerian minister to discuss expanding economic cooperation

TEHRAN- Algeria’s Minister of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion met with the Ambassador of Iran to review the status and prospects of bilateral economic and trade cooperation and ways to strengthen it.

Society

Iran calls for stronger anti-drug cooperation with Asia-Pacific countries

TEHRAN – Iran’s anti-narcotics police chief, Iraj Kakavand, has stressed the need to strengthen cooperation between Iran and countries in the Asia-Pacific region to combat drug trafficking and enhance regional security.
Iran proposes WAICO to establish specialized department on AI ethics

TEHRAN – Iran’s representatives at the first summit of the World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO) in Beijing, China, have proposed establishing a specialized department within the organization to address ethical issues related to artificial intelligence.
Ilam, Wasit provinces seek cross-border conservation zone to protect wildlife

TEHRAN - Iran’s Ilam Province and Iraq’s Wasit Province are considering establishing a joint protected area to conserve valuable wildlife species, combat illegal hunting, and promote cross-border tourism across the two border provinces.

Tourism

Beyond Persepolis: Discovering Iran’s lesser-known historical and natural treasures

TEHRAN – Beyond the celebrated destinations such as Isfahan, Shiraz and Persepolis lies another side of Iran, one of mountain fortresses, ancient rock carvings, little-explored archaeological sites, colorful islands and remote desert villages, to name a few, where traditional ways of life endure.
Iran to present three intangible heritage nominations at UNESCO meeting in China

TEHRAN – Iran will present three nominations for inscription on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage lists at the 21st session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, scheduled to take place in Xiamen, China, from November 30 to December 5.
Iran, Armenia to establish joint committee to ease tourist travel

TEHRAN – Iran and Armenia have agreed to remove obstacles to land travel, increase direct flights and expand health tourism cooperation, with plans to hold their sixth joint technical tourism committee meeting in Tabriz, Iran’s deputy tourism minister has said.

International

Has the West launched a new smear campaign against Iran?

TEHRAN - Reports surfaced on Tuesday, Nov. 10, that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been relocated from his home in Washington, D.C., to a military base amid alleged Iranian assassination threats.
Military and settlers work hand in hand in West Bank

TEHRAN — Israeli soldiers shot dead a 14-year-old boy in the West Bank village of Burqa on November 9, kept ambulances from reaching the wounded and briefly held the paramedics who tried.
Flooded tents deepen the misery of displaced Gazans

TEHRAN - In Gaza, even the weather has become an enemy that the international community refuses to confront.