Tehran Times

2026-05-22 20:43
Is Trump’s diplomacy a ruse?

Field Marshal Asim Munir arrives in Tehran to advance mediation efforts between Iran and the US

TEHRAN - Despite diplomatic efforts, mainly involving Pakistan, to secure a permanent end to the US-Israeli war on Iran, President Donald Trump appears determined to maintain pressure on Tehran rather than seek a lasting political settlement.
- Iran FM rejects Trump’s ceasefire claim, says aggression must end
- Lebanon ceasefire: Iran puts the US and Israel in check

Disgusting remarks against Sumud activists

Ben Gvir tramples human dignity of philanthropists

TEHRAN — Israeli Transport Minister Miri Regev has boasted about the mistreatment of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla detained by Israel, saying that “prison is the place for terrorism supporters”.
By Garsha Vazirian

We can all thrive when the Abu Dhabi syndicate folds

TEHRAN — The Al Nahyan crime family has achieved a grim, singular trifecta: it has alienated its local citizenry, reduced its nine-million-strong migrant workforce to indentured cogs, and transformed a historic mercantile hub into a forward-operating base for the genocidal U.S.-Israeli military-intelligence complex.
By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah drones wreak havoc on IOF in southern Lebanon

TEHRAN – Hezbollah continues to confront Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) in southern Lebanon and target soldier and vehicle gatherings with drones.
By Batool Subeiti

Iran’s red lines and America’s shrinking options

LONDON - The Iranian response to the United States has so far included all the principles that cannot be compromised. It focuses decisively on Iran’s rights, which it says are non-negotiable. The response emphasizes the key points that must be part of any agreement, namely three fundamental issues: Firstly, Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz as part of its geography, considering it a right that cannot be compromised, along with establishing mechanisms to regulate ship passage.
Iran condemns US sanctions on envoy to Beirut, Lebanese officials

TEHRAN- The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the US Treasury Department’s “illegal and unjustified” sanctions against Mohammad Reza Raouf Sheibani, Iran’s ambassador-designate to Beirut, as well as several Lebanese officials and citizens.

Politics

Iran envoy condemns UNSC silence over US threats and war crimes

TEHRAN- Iran’s ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has sharply criticized the UN Security Council for its silence regarding US threats against Iran and violations of international humanitarian law during the recent conflict involving the United States and Israel.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman named the official voice of ‘Minab 168’ negotiating team

TEHRAN - Iran has appointed Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei as spokesperson for its delegation in talks with the United States.
Tehran Friday prayers leader says Iran will overcome challenges

TEHRAN – Tehran’s interim Friday prayers leader said Iran will successfully overcome current challenges and hardships despite 'ongoing conspiracies and pressure campaigns orchestrated by the country’s adversaries.'

Sports

Hajimousaei wins Iran’s fourth gold at 2026 Asian Taekwondo Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s Mahdi Hajimousaei won a gold medal at thethird day of the 27th Asian Taekwondo Championships underway in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Iran and Russia NPCs ink MoU

TEHRAN - In a significant move to bolster international cooperation in para-sports, the National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) of Iran and Russia have officially inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering bilateral development.
Iranian powerlifters win golds at Oran 2026

TEHRAN – Amir Jafari and Mohsen Bakhtiar claimed two gold and one silver medal at the Oran 2026 Para Powerlifting African Open Championships on Friday.

Culture

“Eyes of Minab” installation honors martyred children at Tehran Book Garden

TEHRAN- Following its initial display at Tajrish Square, the art installation titled "Eyes of Minab" has been relocated to the Khialestan walkway of the Tehran Book Garden, drawing public attention once again to the tragic martyrdom of schoolchildren in southern Iran.
Iranian short film “Myanmar” wins two awards at Fisheye International Film Festival

TEHRAN – The Iranian short film “Myanmar,” written and directed by Hannaneh Daliri, has won two awards at the 11th Fisheye International Film Festival, which was held in early May in the UK.
New Enqelab Square mural honors martyred Leader, President

TEHRAN- On the occasion of the second anniversary of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of former President Ebrahim Raisi and his companions, known as martyrs of service, a new large-scale mural was unveiled on Thursday at Tehran's Enqelab Square.

Economy

Strait of Hormuz closure shakes Europe: Oil price forecast soars 46%

TEHRAN – The European Commission has issued a stark warning that the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz – triggered by the ongoing war in West Asia – will drive Brent crude prices to an average of $91.2 per barrel in 2026, a staggering 46% jump from previous estimates. The revised forecast, published Thursday in the EU’s Spring 2026 Economic Outlook, signals what officials call the most severe energy shock to hit Europe since the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Strategic view of Iran-China rail corridor, a prerequisite for preserving Iran’s position in Silk Ro

TEHRAN- The head of the China Desk at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran said: “A strategic view of the Iran-China rail corridor is a prerequisite for preserving our country's position in the Silk Road.”
Nearly $6.4m in facilities paid to implement industrial support package

TEHRAN- The Director General of Monetary and Credit Operations of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) stated: From January 8 to May 4, selected banks disbursed 1,076 trillion rials (about $6,329,411) in facilities across 25,548 cases to support producers affected by the government's new foreign currency policy.

Society

Health minister meets WHO officials in Geneva

TEHRAN – Iranian Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi has held meetings with the World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and WHO director for the Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office (EMRO), Hannan Balkhi, discussing ways to enhance health cooperation.
Working together to preserve Iran’s precious biodiversity

TEHRAN - Iran ranks among the top 20 countries in the world for biodiversity and is home to a variety of plant and animal species. However, in recent years, certain actions have destroyed habitats and pushed many species to the brink of extinction.
Infertility treatment offered to couples from Australia, England, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan

TEHRAN – Couples from Australia, England, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan have received infertility treatment at Royan Institute in the current Iranian calendar year, which started on March 21.

Tourism

Chinese audience embraces Iran’s Golestan Palace in TV program

TEHRAN - A video showcasing Iran’s UNESCO-listed Golestan Palace has drawn engagement from Chinese audiences after being broadcast by China’s state-owned broadcaster China Global Television Network as part of a program marking International Museum Day.
Isfahan positioned as regional medical tourism hub as Iran plans integrated health system

ISFAHAN - Iran is seeking to strengthen its position as a regional hub for medical tourism by leveraging its specialist physicians, advanced treatment centers and competitive costs, tourism minister said during a visit to Isfahan’s Healthcare City.
UK academics warn of war damage to Iran’s cultural heritage

TEHRAN – A group of prominent British academics, museum curators, and fellows of the British Academy has expressed deep concern over reported damage to Iran’s UNESCO-registered world heritage sites amid war with the US and Israeli regime.

International

Disgusting remarks against Sumud activists

TEHRAN — Israeli Transport Minister Miri Regev has boasted about the mistreatment of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla detained by Israel, saying that “prison is the place for terrorism supporters”.
We can all thrive when the Abu Dhabi syndicate folds

TEHRAN — The Al Nahyan crime family has achieved a grim, singular trifecta: it has alienated its local citizenry, reduced its nine-million-strong migrant workforce to indentured cogs, and transformed a historic mercantile hub into a forward-operating base for the genocidal U.S.-Israeli military-intelligence complex.
Hezbollah drones wreak havoc on IOF in southern Lebanon

TEHRAN – Hezbollah continues to confront Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) in southern Lebanon and target soldier and vehicle gatherings with drones.

Field Marshal Asim Munir arrives in Tehran to advance mediation efforts between Iran and the US

Ben Gvir tramples human dignity of philanthropists