Tehran Times

2026-05-20 20:17
The next round, beyond West Asia

The IRGC warned that any renewed US or Israeli aggression would push the conflict beyond West Asia

TEHRAN - Iran has warned the United States of far-reaching consequences in the event of any renewed act of aggression, amid President Donald Trump’s repeated military threats and deadlines.
- Trump’s Iran brinkmanship: The secret behind six retreats
- A shaky step forward

By Garsha Vazirian

Inside the obsessive-compulsive loop of Trump’s digital noise machine

Ghostwritten tirades, em-dashed bluster, and cartoonish AI fantasies reveal Trump’s pathetic unraveling

TEHRAN — Donald Trump’s Truth Social feed is a daily ledger of strategic exhaustion that mistakes noise for authority. The feed functions as a round-the-clock psychological stage where the American presidency is performed in public view.
Persian Gulf war raises risk of environmental disaster

TEHRAN – The dangerous war that the U.S. and Israel jointly started against Iran at the end of February has incredibly increased the risks of an environmental disaster, a Princeton University researcher warns.
By Wesam Bahrani

Life in Gaza after the “Yellow Line”

TEHRAN – Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) continued to maintain a high level of activity, primarily in eastern Gaza City and Khan Younis, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to critical facilities.
US Senate advances resolution to curb Trump’s authority over Iran conflict

TEHRAN - The United States Senate has moved forward with a War Powers Resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s ability to use military force against Iran without congressional approval, amid growing political and legal controversy over the conflict.
Qalibaf warns US of 'another hillbilly' and vows enemy will regret renewed aggression

TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has issued two stark warnings: the United States is heading toward "another hillbilly" era of unwinnable wars, while any renewed aggression against Iran will be met with bitter regret.

Politics

Putin and Xi denounce US-Israeli war on Iran as breach of ‘international law’

TEHRAN - Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping have condemned the US-Israeli war on Iran, which initially began more than 80 days ago.
Pezeshkian: Old methods cannot solve Iran's current challenges

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Iran's current complex problems cannot be resolved only through old methods, emphasizing the need for new methods and a shift in managerial thinking amid escalating pressures.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry holds ceremony to honor martyred senior diplomats

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry held a ceremony on Wednesday to mark the 40th day after the martyrdom of Kamal Kharazi, a Leader’s advisor, and the second anniversary of the martyrdom of former Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. The event brought together former and current foreign ministers as well as senior diplomats, all paying tribute to the legacy of the two martyred leaders.

Sports

Iran to send 27 athletes to 2026 Youth Olympic Games

TEHRAN - Iran's delegation for the 2026 Summer Youth Olympics in Dakar, Senegal — the first edition of the Games to be held on African soil — is locked in. With 27 athletes qualified across 12 disciplines, the lineup is 99% final just five months out.
Iran coach Ghalenoei not satisfied with team’s readiness

TEHRAN – Iran Coach Amir Ghalenoei said getting the squad physically ready for the tournament would be difficult after most domestic-based players went seven weeks without competitive football during the suspension of the Iranian league.
Abdi: Asian Games can pave way for Olympics qualification

TEHRAN - Hossein Abdi, head coach of Iran's U23 football team, says he hopes the 2026 Asian Games will serve as a springboard for 2028 Olympic qualification.

Culture

Two Iranian short films to compete in 54th Huesca International Film Festival in Spain

TEHRAN – Two Iranian short films will take part in the 54th Huesca International Film Festival, which will be held from June 5 to 13 in Huesca, Spain.
“For Iran” exhibition, workshop support artists amidst war's impact

TEHRAN- "For Iran" group exhibition is currently hosting art enthusiasts at the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF), serving as a vital platform to support visual artists whose livelihoods have been strained by the recent Ramadan War.
Afshin Hashemi to stage “Female Monologues Based on the Alphabet” in California

TEHRAN- Renowned Iranian director and actor Afshin Hashemi is set to stage his acclaimed production, "Female Monologues Based on the Alphabet," in Oakland, California, featuring a cast of Iranian actors residing in the United States.

Economy

Wall Street on edge as Iran conflict fuels inflation fears

TEHRAN – According to information published by Bloomberg, the ongoing conflict involving Iran is sending shockwaves through American financial markets. Top economic experts warn that the Federal Reserve may be forced into a sharp series of interest rate hikes to combat resurgent inflationary pressures.
Reconstruction of war-damaged units accelerated with special mechanisms

TEHRAN- The The Minister of Industry, Mining and Trade, referring to the damages inflicted on some industrial units of the country during the "Third Imposed War," said: The reconstruction process of damaged units must be pursued with greater speed, and achieving this goal requires coordination between the government and parliament to formulate and grant special authorities and mechanisms.
Technical-engineering services, Iran's main advantage in Tajikistan market

TEHRAN – The commercial attaché of Iran in Tajikistan, referring to the envisioned roadmap for Iran-Tajikistan trade exchanges, stated that Iran's main advantages in this market are providing technical and engineering services, industrial technologies at competitive prices, cultural proximity, and the capability to implement joint projects.

Society

China provides financial aid to help rebuild war-damaged houses in Iran

TEHRAN - The Chinese embassy in Tehran has provided financial assistance to help rebuild houses damaged during the US-Israeli attacks on residential areas in the country.
Minister urges WHA to condemn attacks on civilians, says health must remain a bridge for peace

TEHRAN –Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi has called on delegations attending the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) to condemn attacks against civilians and health infrastructures, noting that ‘health can and must remain a bridge for peace’.
Leader highlights role of population growth in national power

TEHRAN - Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has called for increased efforts to promote the culture of childbearing, saying that the country’s growth as a great and influential power is directly related to the growth of its population.

Tourism

Iran government pledges support for rural eco-lodges, village revival

TEHRAN - Iran’s government will continue efforts to remove barriers to rural development and support operators of eco-lodges as part of a broader strategy to revive villages and strengthen local economies and cultural identity, senior officials said on Tuesday at a national conference marking eco-lodge day.
Zagros Paleolithic Museum damaged by blast wave from recent US strikes

TEHRAN – The Zagros Paleolithic Museum in Kermanshah, the first specialized museum of its kind in the region, has sustained damage from a blast wave generated by recent US airstrikes on the city’s historical center. The museum is housed within the historic Biglar Beigi Tekyeh (also known as Biglarbaigi), a Qajar-era Hosseinieh that is a recognized national heritage site.
National, regional railway museums planned to preserve industrial heritage

TEHRAN - Iran’s railway authority plans to establish five national and regional railway museums and expand rail tourism projects as part of efforts to preserve the country’s industrial heritage, officials said on Tuesday.

International

Inside the obsessive-compulsive loop of Trump’s digital noise machine

TEHRAN — Donald Trump’s Truth Social feed is a daily ledger of strategic exhaustion that mistakes noise for authority. The feed functions as a round-the-clock psychological stage where the American presidency is performed in public view.
Persian Gulf war raises risk of environmental disaster

TEHRAN – The dangerous war that the U.S. and Israel jointly started against Iran at the end of February has incredibly increased the risks of an environmental disaster, a Princeton University researcher warns.
Life in Gaza after the “Yellow Line”

TEHRAN – Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) continued to maintain a high level of activity, primarily in eastern Gaza City and Khan Younis, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to critical facilities.