Tehran Times

2025-07-25 19:29
Leader: Iran's military and scientific moves to advance faster than ever

Ayatollah Khamenei issues message on the 40th day since military commanders and nuclear scientists were assassinated

TEHRAN – In a message marking the 40th day since the martyrdom of Iran’s top military commanders and nuclear scientists in unprovoked strikes by the Zionist Israeli regime, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei affirmed that both the country’s military and scientific advancements will now move forward with renewed speed and determination.
- Leader vows 'severe punishment' after Israeli attacks kill commanders, scientists
- ‘Martyred scientists employed science for peaceful purposes’

Substantive progress in ‘serious, frank, and detailed’ talks with E3: Iran

TEHRAN – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi says Iran and the E3 (Britain, France, and Germany) held “serious, frank, and detailed” talks in Istanbul on Friday, exchanging specific proposals on sanctions relief, the nuclear file, and the controversial snapback mechanism.
By Shahrokh Saei

France’s recognition of Palestine: A historic shift or hollow gesture?

TEHRAN — In a bold and historic move, President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will officially recognize the State of Palestine, signaling a significant shift in the country’s foreign policy and its stance on Israel’s war on Gaza.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Lebanon in the aftermath of Thomas Barrack’s visit

BEIRUT — Whenever he visits Lebanon, US envoy Thomas Barrack tries to expand the scope of his meetings with ministers and MPs, inciting them against Hezbollah.
By Wesam Bahrani

West Bank annexation push intensifies

TEHRAN – In a another yet troubling move and amid the ongoing Gaza genocide, the Israeli regime’s Knesset has overwhelmingly approved a motion of declaration to annex the occupied West Bank, signaling a renewed commitment to a colonialist and expansionist agenda.
Iran honors martyred heroes of Israeli strikes in 40th day memorial ceremonies

TEHRAN – On Thursday and Friday, marking the 40th day since the martyrdom of several Iranian military commanders and scientists in an Israeli attack on June 13, ceremonies were held across Iran to honor their sacrifices.

Politics

Iran reclaims its nuclear program as an act of sovereignty and self-determination

MADRID – The recent interview of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian with Al Jazeera sheds light on how Iran perceives and defends its nuclear program amidst a turbulent regional landscape and constant international pressure.
Israel failed to sustain war even with Western support: Iranian commander

TEHRAN - The Spokesperson for Iran’s Armed Forces, Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi, said on Thursday that Israel was compelled to retreat by the ninth day of the recent conflict, declaring that the regime’s military and intelligence infrastructure had been “reduced to rubble” under Iranian strikes.
Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh join Iran’s call to break Gaza siege amid ‘death phase’

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan held an urgent phone call on Friday addressing the Israeli regime’s escalating war crimes in Palestine.

Sports

Former PSG defender Aurier nears to Persepolis

TEHRAN – Serge Aurier, the former Paris Saint-Germain right-back, is close to joining Persepolis football club.
Iran beat Poland in 2025 Volleyball Boys’ U19 World Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Poland 3-2 (25–22, 25–14, 17–25, 14–25, 15–13) in 2025 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U19 World Championship on Friday.
Iran fifth in 2025 Asian Women's Youth Handball Championship

TEHRAN – Iran came fifth in the 2025 Asian Women's Youth Handball Championship, beating Chinese Taipei 34-33 in penalty shootout after the game tied 30-30 in the regular time.

Culture

Vahdat Hall to host commemorative event, celebrating Iran’s resilience

TEHRAN – Tehran’s Vahdat Hall will be hosting a literary and artistic event on Sunday to commemorate the martyrs of the Israeli regime's 12-day war against Iranian soil and to honor the heroic saga of the Operation True Promise 3.
22nd Venice Days to show Iranian film “Inside Amir”

TEHRAN – The Venice Film Festival’s independent sidebar Venice Days has unveiled the line-up for its 22nd edition, which will take place from August 27 to September 6, with a film from Iran.
IAF cinematheque to show documentary on photojournalist Donald McCullin

TEHRAN – The cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran will screen the 2012 feature-length documentary film “McCullin,” about the life and work of renowned British photojournalist Donald McCullin, directed by David Morris and Jacqui Morris, on Sunday.

Economy

Pezeshkian visits major water projects in Alborz province

TEHRAN- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian visited Karaj Dam, the Ziaran to Bilaghan water transmission pipeline project, and several other important projects in Alborz Province.
Energy Ministry aims to add 1,000 MW of solar power monthly amid summer electricity crunch

TEHRAN – Iranian Energy Ministry plans to bring 1,000 megawatts of new solar power online each month during the hot season, a senior energy official said, as the country faces growing electricity demand driven by extreme summer heat.
NIGC launches 1st smart gas network project in northeastern province

TEHRAN – National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) has inaugurated its first smart gas network project in Khorasan Razavi Province, in the northeast of the country, installing 22 sensors across 114 critical locations to enable real-time monitoring and intelligent management of gas infrastructure, the company’s head announced.

Society

UNHCR representative commends Iran's efforts in educating refugees

TEHRAN –United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Filippo Grandi, has lauded the efforts of the Education Ministry in supporting and providing services to foreign students.
Hepatitis Awareness Week to be marked

TEHRAN – The national Hepatitis Awareness Week is scheduled to be observed from July 26 to August 2.
Persian Leopard spotted in Lorestan for first time

TEHRAN – A Persian leopard has been observed through cameras installed in Sefid Kuh, a protected area in western Lorestan province.

Tourism

Iranian paleontologist unveils world’s first fossilized bird mating dance in Miocene strata

TEHRAN - In a groundbreaking paleontological discovery, Iranian scientist Dr. Nasrollah Abbassi, researcher at the University of Zanjan, has uncovered the world’s first fossilized evidence of an ancient bird mating ritual—captured in stunning detail in the Miocene Upper Red Formation of northwestern Iran.
Flydubai is to resume international flights at Bushehr airport

TEHRAN - Flydubai airline will resume international flights to and from Bushehr airport starting Saturday, the airport’s director announced on Thursday.
Japan reduces travel warning to Iran

TEHRAN – Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reduced its travel warning to Iran to Level 3 from a previously-declared Level 4.

International

France’s recognition of Palestine: A historic shift or hollow gesture?

TEHRAN — In a bold and historic move, President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France will officially recognize the State of Palestine, signaling a significant shift in the country’s foreign policy and its stance on Israel’s war on Gaza.
Lebanon in the aftermath of Thomas Barrack’s visit

BEIRUT — Whenever he visits Lebanon, US envoy Thomas Barrack tries to expand the scope of his meetings with ministers and MPs, inciting them against Hezbollah.
West Bank annexation push intensifies

TEHRAN – In a another yet troubling move and amid the ongoing Gaza genocide, the Israeli regime’s Knesset has overwhelmingly approved a motion of declaration to annex the occupied West Bank, signaling a renewed commitment to a colonialist and expansionist agenda.

Ayatollah Khamenei issues message on the 40th day since military commanders and nuclear scientists were assassinated