Tehran Times

2026-05-15 21:40
UAE from Iran war to BRICS: ‘The lady doth protest too much’

TEHRAN - The United Arab Emirates’ “direct involvement” in the US–Israeli aggression against Iran has come to light against the backdrop of a BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in India, alongside revelations that senior Israeli officials travelled to the small Persian Gulf state during the conflict.
- Araghchi says Iran has ‘no trust’ in US, talks depend on seriousness

Araghchi says Iran has ‘no trust’ in US, talks depend on seriousness

TEHRAN - Iran’s foreign minister said on Friday that Tehran has “no trust” in Washington and would only consider talks with the administration of President Donald Trump if it demonstrated seriousness.
By Kurosh Alyani

The night vigil: How feminine culture is reshaping Iran’s streets

Just as Iranian women were being framed by global hegemonic propaganda through the lens of the burqa—a garment that has never fundamentally belonged to Iran—the most feminine social movement of the century was emerging. On the streets of Iran, this movement was giving rise to a new kind of nocturnal life.
Nakba continuing unstoppably

TEHRAN – In 1917, British Foreign Minister Arthur Balfour set the stage for a tragedy that is still bleeding, and there is no light at the end of the tunnel.
By Garsha Vazirian

The rape factories Israel can no longer bury

TEHRAN — The New York Times report on the sexual abuse of Palestinian prisoners did not reveal a mystery so much as force open a door that had been held shut by fear, propaganda, and Western cowardice. What emerged was the outline of a detention system where humiliation, sexual violence, starvation, and medical neglect have been allowed to harden into routine. Israel’s response, predictably, was denial, legal threats, and the old smear that anyone exposing Palestinian suffering is somehow trafficking in “antisemitic blood libel.”
By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah inflicts more casualties on IOF

TEHRAN – Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) admit another soldier has been killed by the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.

Politics

Busy day for Iran's top diplomat; Araghchi holds diplomatic blitz in New Delhi

TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi engaged in an intensive diplomatic round in New Delhi this week, holding separate meetings with his counterparts from South Africa, India, Russia, Malaysia, and Thailand, as well as India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting.
Russia pledges close cooperation with Iran to resolve crisis in West Asia

TEHRAN – Russia is committed to working closely with Iran to find peaceful solutions to West Asia crisis within the framework of international law, a senior Russian security official announced on Thursday, during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart on the sidelines of a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Kyrgyzstan’s capital.
Russia calls for immediate end to war against Iran

TEHRAN — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Friday during his visit to India that the primary task at present regarding Iran is to immediately end the war and achieve a sustainable agreement.

Sports

Iran’s Chamipa wins gold at 2026 Asian Boxing U17 Championship

TEHRAN – Matin Chamipa of Iran claimed a gold medal at the Asian Boxing U17 Championship on Friday.
A favorable road for Iran? Team Melli eye long-awaited Asian Cup glory

TEHRAN – Iran football team appear to have received one of the most favorable draws for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, raising hopes that Team Melli may finally end their nearly 50-year wait for continental glory.
Iran advance to 2026 Asian Women’s U16 Handball semis

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Kyrgyzstan 44-16 in the 1st AHF Asian Women’s U16 Handball Championship on Friday.

Culture

Leader emphasizes potential of Persian language, literature for promoting Islamic-Iranian civilizati

TEHRAN – In a message issued on the occasion of the Persian Language Day and in commemoration of the great Iranian poet Ferdowsi (May 15), Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, emphasized the vast potential of the Persian language and literature for promoting the rich culture and civilization of Islamic Iran on a global scale.
Painter Hassan Ruholamin creates new work live in Tajrish Square

TEHRAN – In an artistic event on Thursday night, simultaneously with the enthusiastic presence of people in Tajrish Square in the north of Tehran, Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin created a new painting.
Hojjatoleslam Imanipour addresses 15th General Conference of ICESCO in Russia

TEHRAN – The 15th session of the General Conference of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) opened on Wednesday in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation, on the sidelines of the 17th Russia–Islamic World International Economic Forum: KazanForum, with the participation of a number of ministers, heads of national commissions, member states’ delegations, and representatives of international and regional organizations from more than 35 countries.

Economy

Europe faces summer travel chaos as jet fuel crisis deepens

TEHRAN- Europe is bracing for a devastating summer travel crisis as a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz sends jet fuel prices skyrocketing, threatening mass flight cancellations and airline bankruptcies, according to a report by Deutsche Welle.
Iran, Japan discuss expansion of economic cooperation

TEHRAN- During a meeting between Iranian Finance and Economic Affairs Minister Seyed Ali Madanizadeh and Japanese Ambassador to Tehran Tamaki Tsukada, the two sides discussed the ways to expand economic cooperation between the two countries.
Sarakhs Special Economic Zone begins operations

TEHRAN- The acting secretary of the Supreme Council of Iran's Free Trade, Industrial and Special Economic Zones has announced the start of the operational phase of the Sarakhs Economic Zone, in Khorasan Razavi province, following the establishment of customs and registration infrastructure in the region.

Society

56 teams attend RoboCup Iran 2026

TEHRAN – A total of 56 teams of Iranian students, aged 14 – 18, competed in six leagues of RoboCup Iran 2026, held from May 13 to 15, showcasing their scientific, technical, and creative capabilities.
Hundreds of thousands of youth volunteers join IRCS projects

TEHRAN - The Iranian Red Crescent Society has engaged hundreds of thousands of teenagers and young adults in education, relief, and volunteer activities through a series of educational and social projects over the past year.
From accelerated extinction to successful revival of species

TEHRAN – Despite worrisome facts about the speed at which species are disappearing, there has been good news of endangered species making a comeback, highlighting the role of conservation efforts in preventing extinction and helping vulnerable wildlife recover.

Tourism

Zionist attacks aimed at avenging Iranian Jews' national loyalty, tourism minister says

TEHRAN – In a gathering titled "Melody in the Wounded Synagogue of Tehran," Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, emphasized that national solidarity remains the primary shield against external threats.
Historical cisterns in Bandar-e Khamir to be repurposed into tourism hubs

TEHRAN – A restoration and revival project has been launched for four historical cisterns (Ab-Anbars) in Bandar-e Khamir, a coastal city in southern Hormozgan province, aimed at bolstering cultural tourism, a local tourism official has said.
Ramadan War inflicts $160 Million blow to Iran’s tourism sector

TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism industry has suffered a staggering financial blow totaling 285 trillion rials (approximately $160 million) due to the recent Ramadan War, a senior tourism official announced on Tuesday, highlighting the deep economic and human scars left by the conflict on one of the country’s most promising sectors.

International

Nakba continuing unstoppably

TEHRAN – In 1917, British Foreign Minister Arthur Balfour set the stage for a tragedy that is still bleeding, and there is no light at the end of the tunnel.
The rape factories Israel can no longer bury

TEHRAN — The New York Times report on the sexual abuse of Palestinian prisoners did not reveal a mystery so much as force open a door that had been held shut by fear, propaganda, and Western cowardice. What emerged was the outline of a detention system where humiliation, sexual violence, starvation, and medical neglect have been allowed to harden into routine. Israel’s response, predictably, was denial, legal threats, and the old smear that anyone exposing Palestinian suffering is somehow trafficking in “antisemitic blood libel.”
Hezbollah inflicts more casualties on IOF

TEHRAN – Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) admit another soldier has been killed by the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.