Tehran Times

2026-10-30 23:04
By staff Writer

Washington’s Midterm Letter Game

From Carter to Vance, US messages have failed to break Iranian resistance

TEHRAN — The disclosure of a letter from US Vice President JD Vance to Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei has triggered a wave of contradictory narratives in Washington, speculative reporting in American media, and a calm, conditional response in Tehran.
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Iran’s nuclear doctrine debate reflects national demand for stronger deterrence

TEHRAN — Tehran’s interim Friday prayer leader, Mohammad Javad Haj Ali Akbari, has described calls to review Iran’s nuclear doctrine as a growing national demand rooted in the Iranian people’s experience of Western conduct, heightened security concerns and the need to strengthen the country’s deterrence capabilities.
Iran condemns Canada, UAE for reiterating territorial claims over three Persian Gulf Islands

TEHRAN– Iran has strongly condemned Canada and the United Arab Emirates for reiterating territorial claims over Abu Musa, the Greater Tunb and the Lesser Tunb, reaffirming that the three islands are inseparable and eternal parts of Iranian territory.
Iran targeted USS Abraham Lincoln with cruise missile, Navy Cmdr. says

TEHRAN - Iran's Navy targeted the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier with a strategic cruise missile during the 40-day Ramadan War, the Iranian Navy's deputy coordinator has said, noting that the force carried out more than 20 operations against U.S. warships and around 300 operations against American interests in various locations.
By Ranjan Solomon

Trump’s bluff meets Iran’s resolve : Limits of American power

Goa, India – Donald Trump has been bluffing for far too long. He threatens, he warns, he issues ultimatums, and then he expects the world to believe that he has everything under control. But there comes a point when even the loudest threats begin to lose their effect. Iran may well be that point for Trump. He seems to have underestimated a country whose political instincts, historical memory and civilisational confidence cannot be understood through the narrow lens of American power.
By staff writer

Hezbollah chief declares US-brokered framework agreement 'effectively nonexistent'

TEHRAN — Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem said in a speech on October 28 that the resistance will keep its weapons for as long as Israel occupies Lebanese land.

Politics

Iran holds US and Israel responsible for disruption of maritime Security

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador and Chargé d’Affaires to the United Nations in New York, Gholamhossein Darzi, has said the United States and the Israeli regime bear direct responsibility for any disruption or obstruction of maritime navigation in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, warning that their continued acts of aggression and maritime restrictions threaten the security of the entire region.
Iran reports destruction of US drone and three tanker incidents in Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN – Iran’s armed forces have reported the destruction of two different American unmanned platforms and incidents involving three oil tankers attempting to navigate unauthorized routes through the Strait of Hormuz, as the country maintains restrictions on maritime traffic through the strategic waterway.
Iranian army chief of staff: Passive defense key to national resilience against emerging threats

TEHRAN –Army Chief of Staff and Deputy Coordinator Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari has stressed the strategic importance of passive defense in safeguarding the country’s critical infrastructure, maintaining essential services and strengthening national resilience against emerging and increasingly complex threats.

Sports

Hassan Yazdani wins bronze in 2026 World Wrestling Championships

TEHRAN - Hassan Yazdani of Iran won a bronze medal at the 2026 World Wrestling Championships on Friday.
Amouzad claims bronze at 2026 World Wrestling Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s Rahman Amouzad secured a bronze medal in the men’s freestyle 65kg category at the 2026 World Wrestling Championships underway in Astana, Kazakhstan on Friday.
Iran’s most decorated para swimmer Izadyar calls time on career

TEHRAN – Shahin Izadyar, Iran’s most decorated Paralympic swimmer, has announced his retirement from competitive swimming after an illustrious career that saw him claim 28 medals across five editions of the Asian Para Games.

Culture

19th International Resistance Film Festival kicks off

TEHRAN – The opening ceremony of the 19th International Resistance Film Festival was held on Thursday in Isfahan.
‘Narration of Resistance’ Caravan highlights Sistan-Baluchestan’s cultural riches

TEHRAN – A group of Iranian cultural, religious, media and sports personalities has traveled to Sistan-Baluchestan province as part of a program titled “Narration of the Resistance of the Brave,” aimed at showcasing the region’s cultural diversity, social solidarity and local capabilities.
Hoorakhsh Studios to produce “Shahnameh” animated series

TEHRAN – Production of the animated series “Shahnameh,” directed and produced by Ashkan Rahgozar, has commenced at Hoorakhsh Studios, utilizing artificial intelligence and 2D animation techniques.

Economy

Construction of new renewable power plants with 6,000 MW capacity on agenda

TEHRAN- The Deputy Minister of Energy and Head of the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) announced the Ministry of Energy’s new plans to build 6,000 megawatts of new renewable power plants in the country and said: Alongside this process, creating a value chain and localizing the required equipment will also be pursued more vigorously.
Iran, Turkey’s capacities pave way for expanding bilateral co-op: Iran’s minister

TEHRAN- The Minister of Transport and Urban Development emphasized the necessity of expanding bilateral cooperation between Iran and Turkey in the political, economic, and transport/communications fields and said: Expanding economic and transport/communications relations between Iran and Turkey, in addition to securing mutual interests, can make an effective contribution to strengthening cooperation, prosperity, and sustainable development in the region.
Iran, Belarus discuss establishing joint power plant repair center

TEHRAN- Iran’s deputy energy minister announced plans to establish a joint Iran-Belarus power plant repair center and stated that Iran is ready to export MAPNA-built gas turbines and wind equipment to Tatarstan.

Society

Environmental rangers honored for protecting natural heritage

TEHRAN – A ceremony was held on Thursday to mark National Environmental Ranger Day and honor the dedication, sacrifices, and vital role of environmental rangers in protecting the country’s environment and natural resources.
Iran attends World Young Scientist Summit 2026

TEHRAN – The head of the National Institute for Oceanography and Atmospheric Sciences has represented Iran at the World Young Scientist Summit (WYSS) 2026.
Iranian, Greek universities seek to beef up scientific ties

TEHRAN – A delegation from Greek universities has visited Shahid Beheshti University to explore ways to expand academic ties between the two countries.

Tourism

Qalamkari: The centuries-old art of printing stories on fabric in Isfahan

TEHRAN - In the historic Iranian city of Isfahan, where centuries of artistic ingenuity have shaped one of the country's richest cultural landscapes, an age-old craft continues to bring colour, patterns and stories to life on fabric. Known as Qalamkari, this traditional textile art combines hand-carved wooden stamps, carefully prepared dyes and intricate Persian designs to produce decorative fabrics that are both functional and artistic.
Sassanid-era ossuary inscription discovered near Naqsh-e Rostam

TEHRAN - A newly identified Sassanid-era inscription has been discovered during recent archaeological surveys around Naqsh-e Rostam in Fars province, southern Iran, marking the “fifth ossuary-related inscription” documented in the latest investigations of the area.
‘Night of Iran’ highlights need for better global understanding of Iranian civilization

TEHRAN - Iran has yet to properly present its rich history and civilization to younger generations and the international community, the cultural heritage minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri underlined at an event titled “Night of Iran,” calling for a more comprehensive and historically grounded account of the country’s cultural, scientific and artistic achievements.

International

Lula defeats pro-Israel Bolsonaro, dealing Trump a major Latin American blow

TEHRAN — Brazilians re-elected Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Sunday, October 25, giving the 80-year-old leftist a fourth term and the Trump administration its most consequential defeat in the Western Hemisphere. Lula took 51.8 percent to Senator Flávio Bolsonaro’s 48.2, a lead of more than 4 million votes, three weeks after trailing by 2.2 million. No one had ever won Brazil’s presidency after finishing second in the first round.
Who is the Hebrew-speaking ‘fox applying for the henhouse guard job?’

TEHRAN — Having spent years whitewashing Abu Dhabi’s submission to Israeli interests, Lana Nusseibeh is now being promoted by her handlers to run the United Nations.
The Yemen mandate that was never asked for

TEHRAN – Yemen’s “recognized” government has international backing but was not elected, has no money of its own, and no control over its own forces.

From Carter to Vance, US messages have failed to break Iranian resistance