Tehran Times

Qalibaf answers ten key questions on Iran–US talks in Islamabad

TEHRAN – In a televised interview, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, who headed Iran’s negotiating delegation in Islamabad, addressed ten key questions regarding the talks with the United States and other topics.
Iran stands firm as Situation Room reviews options

TEHRAN - Iran’s mistrust of the United States has deepened as Washington faces accusations of undermining the fragile two‑week ceasefire reached on April 8. From Tehran’s perspective, the United States is once again demonstrating that it cannot be trusted to honor agreements or respect regional sovereignty.
By Dr. Saied Reza Ameli

Courageous faith versus cowardly blasphemy

“I’m not afraid of the Trump administration or of speaking out loudly about the message of the Gospel, which is what the Church works for.” His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, April 13, 2026, en route to Algiers
By Wesam Bahrani

“Direct talks with Israel: An insult to Lebanon”

TEHRAN – Hezbollah has warned it will respond to any violation of the ceasefire by the Zionist regime of Israel.
Leader: Islamic Revolution ended a period of “imposed weakness” on military

TEHRAN – Iran’s Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, in his message on the occasion of Army Day, described the 1979 Islamic Revolution as a historic turning point that ended an era of "imposed weakness" on the military.

Politics

Iran: The rising global power

LONDON - The escalating and reckless threat to annihilate a civilization as historic as Persia’s openly acknowledges that Donald Trump has utterly failed to achieve his objectives, despite employing every means at his disposal.
Iran reject EU's stance on Strait of Hormuz as 'hypocritical'

TEHRAN- Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has accused the European Union of "chronic hypocrisy" on international law, following remarks by the EU's top diplomat demanding unconditional access through the Strait of Hormuz.
NYC mayor: $500 million spent daily on crimes against people of Iran, Lebanon

TEHRAN- The mayor of New York has criticized the US administration for spending $500 million a day on killing the people of Iran and Lebanon.

Iran set for friendly clash against Panama

TEHRAN – As preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iran’s national football team are gearing up for an international friendly against Panama in the United States. The match is expected to serve as a vital tune-up ahead of the global tournament.
President Pezeshkian highlights role of Iranian athletes

TEHRAN - In a high-profile visit aimed at recognizing the nation’s athletic achievements, President Masoud Pezeshkian met with officials at the Ministry of Sports and Youth. The President highlighted the triumphs of Iranian athletes on the international stage, particularly their medal-winning performances across various disciplines.
Women’s futsal team prepare for AFC Asian Cup 2027

TEHRAN - The Iranian women’s futsal national team are gearing up for Saudi AFC Asian Cup 2027, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Nationwide theatrical event honors martyred Minab students on Girls’ Day

TEHRAN- Marking National Girls’ Day, the nationwide theatrical event "In Memory of the Celebration of Angels,” as a part of the "To Which Sin?" initiative, was staged across Iran on Sunday to honor the memory of the martyred students of Minab.
Labkhand Theater Complex screening “Godfather” trilogy

TEHRAN – Labkhand Theater Complex in Tehran is screening the “Godfather” trilogy directed by Francis Ford Coppola during three consecutive nights.
Uzbek professor Sadri Sadiev receives membership in Academy of Persian Language and Literature

TEHRAN – The certificate of permanent membership in the Academy of Persian Language and Literature was presented to Sadri Sadiev, professor of Persian language at Samarkand State University, by Hassan Safarkhani, Iran’s cultural attaché and the representative of the Saadi Foundation in Uzbekistan.

War on Iran shrouds global economic policy in deepening fog

TEHRAN – The ongoing war between the US-Israel alliance and Iran has plunged global economic policymaking into deep uncertainty.
Iran war a concern for senior central bank officials; Stagflation looming over world

TEHRAN- In a report aggregating the concerns of central bank policymakers worldwide about the Iran war, CNBC wrote on Saturday: If the war drags on, rising inflation will likely lead to stagflation, and that is bad news for the world.
Petchem exports hits $150.6b in 15 months during 14th government

TEHRAN - Iran’s petrochemical industry has solidified its sustainable growth trajectory under the 14th government, breaking new records in net sales, exports, and production capacity expansion.

Makan: Lost at School

TEHRAN - Among the children massacred by a US missile attack on Shajareh Tayyebeh elementary school in Minab, southern Iran, was a 7-year-old boy named Makan Nasiri.
Iranian, Iraqi officials highlight fostering sci-tech ties

TEHRAN – Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, and Iraq’s Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Naeem Al-Aboudi, have underlined the need to boost scientific and technological cooperation between the two countries.
Our priority is to introduce IRCS capabilities to intl. societies: IFRC official

TEHRAN – Xavier Castellanos Mosquera, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC) undersecretary-general for national society development and operations coordination, has said that the IFRC has put the priority on showcasing the Iranian Red Crescent Society’s (IRCS) capabilities, specialized staff and professional volunteers to international societies.

Minister urges banks to boost investment in rural tourism to drive jobs

TEHRAN – Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts on Sunday called on the banking sector to play a greater role in financing rural tourism projects, saying the sector could support employment and economic development.
Wildlife-friendly Qaleh Bala targets UN Best Tourism Villages recognition

TEHRAN - Perched on the edge of Iran’s vast desert landscapes, Qaleh Bala village has emerged as one of the country’s most compelling candidates for the UN Tourism “Best Tourism Villages” label, an initiative that recognizes rural destinations combining cultural heritage, sustainability, and community-driven development.
Sa’dieh complex in Shiraz to offer free entry on Sa’di commemoration day

TEHRAN – Visitors will be granted free entry to the Sa’dieh cultural and historical complex in Shiraz on April 21, marking the national day commemorating Persian poet Sa’di Shirazi, a provincial official said.

“Direct talks with Israel: An insult to Lebanon”

TEHRAN – Hezbollah has warned it will respond to any violation of the ceasefire by the Zionist regime of Israel.
Committing war crimes under the name of religion

TEHRAN – Donald Trump and his War Secretary Pete Hegseth are portraying themselves as Messiah in the war against Iran.
Israel’s canine unit of sexual torture

TEHRAN — The thin veneer that has long served as the psychological bedrock of Israeli forces has finally dissolved into a landscape of visceral, animalistic sadism.