Tehran Times

2026-11-07 20:51
By Ehsan Etesam

Washington and Tel Aviv: A rift, not a rupture

TEHRAN -- A bipartisan revolt against unconditional support for Tel Aviv is emerging in Washington, as the Iran war and the midterm elections expose the political costs of the US-Israeli alliance.
- Iran brings Washington to its knees
- After the midterms, Republicans face a choice: Trump, or a future beyond him?

IRGC to unveil new underground missile city, vows uninterrupted weapons production

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced plans to unveil a new underground missile production complex and several other military achievements, while stressing that the country’s weapons manufacturing and development programs will continue uninterrupted, even under enemy bombardment.
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Trump answers midterm defeat by elevating the ‘extremist’ architect of his rejected agenda

TEHRAN — Just days after Republicans lost control of Congress in Tuesday’s elections, President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff on Friday. Miller, key architect of the administration’s immigration and deportation strategy, replaces Susie Wiles and officially begins his duties on Monday.
Bahrain’s Shia leader urges peaceful defense of tortured defendants facing mass trial

TEHRAN — Sheikh Isa Qassim, the senior Shia cleric whom Bahrain’s rulers stripped of his citizenship in 2016, urged the public on Friday to stand peacefully behind 60 clerics awaiting a court verdict on November 8, and warned the monarchy that a case built on “fabricated and defamatory accusations” could carry grave consequences.
Mehr Media Group CEO proposes international cooperation on AI in journalism at Beijing summit

TEHRAN- Mohammad Mahdi Rahmati, CEO of Mehr Media Group, has proposed the establishment of an international working group for cooperation and knowledge-sharing on artificial intelligence in journalism, as well as joint investment in developing an open-source AI-powered editorial management system, during the 7th World Media Summit in Beijing.
Rezaei delivers Leader’s message to Putin, reaffirms Iran’s conditions for diplomacy

TEHRAN – Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), delivered a message from Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei to Russian President Vladimir Putin during an unannounced visit to Moscow on Thursday, as discussions focused on the war against Iran, regional security and the conditions Tehran has set for any diplomatic process.

Politics

Iranian navy says tanker catches fire after striking sea mine in Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN– An oil tanker caught fire and was left immobilized after striking a sea mine in the eastern Strait of Hormuz on Saturday morning, the Iranian Army’s Navy said, adding that the vessel had entered a restricted maritime zone despite repeated warnings.
Iran inflicted a strategic defeat on Trump on the battlefield and at the ballot box, SNSC chief says

TEHRAN – Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) Secretary Major General Mohsen Rezaei has described the outcome of the US midterm elections as a major strategic setback for President Donald Trump, saying the Iranian nation had already dealt Washington significant defeats on the battlefield and in the Strait of Hormuz before delivering a political blow at home.
US threats against Iranian nuclear sites reflect Washington’s growing desperation: Eslami

TEHRAN – Mohammad Eslami, head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), has said that Washington’s repeated threats to attack Iran’s nuclear facilities are a sign of growing desperation, as the United States has failed to achieve its objectives through pressure and intimidation.

Sports

Iran girls’ futsal miss out on final at 2026 YOG

TEHRAN – Iran’s girls’ futsal team suffered a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Venezuela in the semifinals of the 2026 Youth Olympic Games on Sunday, missing out on a place in the gold medal match.
Women’s futsal thrash Hong Kong in China tournament

TEHRAN - Iran’s women’s national futsal team secured an emphatic 9-1 victory over Hong Kong in their third match at the Futsal International Tournament Yinchuan on Sunday.
Iran’s Yousefi claims silver in 2026 World Weightlifting Championships

TEHRAN - Iranian weightlifter Alireza Yousefi claimed the silver medal at the 2026 World Weightlifting Championships on Sunday, delivering an impressive performance in the competition.

Culture

Mehr Media Group CEO proposes international cooperation on AI in journalism at Beijing summit

TEHRAN- Mohammad Mahdi Rahmati, CEO of Mehr Media Group, has proposed the establishment of an international working group for cooperation and knowledge-sharing on artificial intelligence in journalism, as well as joint investment in developing an open-source AI-powered editorial management system, during the 7th World Media Summit in Beijing.
Photo exhibition of 19th Mehr Muharram contest opens in Semnan

TEHRAN – The photo exhibition for the 19th International Digital Media Contest of Mehr Muharram, featuring works by photographers from Iran and 12 other countries, launched in Semnan on Saturday, November 7.
TMoCA cinematheque to show French documentary about Iran

TEHRAN – Concurrent with the exhibition “In Search of Iran: In the Collection of the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art,” a program titled “In Search of Iran in Cinema” will be held at the museum’s cinematheque.

Economy

Iran pavilion opens at China International Import Expo in Shanghai

TEHRAN- The Assistant to the Head of the Organization and Director-General of the East and Subcontinent Office of the Iran Trade Promotion Organization announced the establishment of the national and commercial pavilion of the Islamic Republic of Iran, with the authorization of the Iran Trade Promotion Organization, at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai.
CBI governor emphasizes support for rebuilding gas industry

TEHRAN- The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) during a visit to South Pars, emphasized financing the reconstruction of damaged facilities and restoring one-third of the country’s gas production.
Country’s dam reserves up 57%

TEHRAN- The water volume in the country’s dam reservoirs reached 22.58 billion cubic meters, indicating a 30 percent growth compared with last year.

Society

QS Asia University Ranking includes more Iranian universities

TEHRAN – The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Asia University Rankings has included 50 Iranian universities in the list of top universities in 2027, up from 48 universities in 2026.
Families take part in mangrove planting initiative on Qeshm Island

TEHRAN – Families in Soheili village on Qeshm Island have joined hands to plant 2,000 mangrove saplings, taking part in a community-led effort to promote environmental conservation.
COMSTECH, Pardis Technology Park hold workshop to promote innovation ecosystems in Islamic countries

TEHRAN – Aiming to strengthen scientific and technological cooperation among Islamic countries, an online training workshop on the management of technology parks has been held under the joint Technology and Innovation Academy of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH) and Pardis Technology Park.

Tourism

Iran, South Korea explore cooperation in sustainable ecotourism

TEHRAN – Iran and South Korea have explored ways to expand cooperation in community-based tourism and sustainable ecotourism, with officials proposing a joint initiative involving around 20 accommodation facilities in the two countries.
Iran’s traditional water wisdom could help address modern challenges: heritage official

TEHRAN – Traditional Iranian knowledge of water management, from historic water-sharing systems to rainwater harvesting and community-maintained reservoirs, could offer valuable lessons for addressing contemporary water challenges, Atousa Momeni, head of the Tehran-based regional research center for safeguarding intangible cultural heritage in West and Central Asia, has said.
Diwali celebration in Tehran puts spotlight on Iran-India ties

TEHRAN – The Indian Embassy in Tehran celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, on Friday evening with an outdoor gathering at the ambassador’s residence, bringing together guests from different countries to mark one of India’s most cherished festivals.

International

Trump answers midterm defeat by elevating the ‘extremist’ architect of his rejected agenda

TEHRAN — Just days after Republicans lost control of Congress in Tuesday’s elections, President Donald Trump appointed Stephen Miller as White House Chief of Staff on Friday. Miller, key architect of the administration’s immigration and deportation strategy, replaces Susie Wiles and officially begins his duties on Monday.
Bahrain’s Shia leader urges peaceful defense of tortured defendants facing mass trial

TEHRAN — Sheikh Isa Qassim, the senior Shia cleric whom Bahrain’s rulers stripped of his citizenship in 2016, urged the public on Friday to stand peacefully behind 60 clerics awaiting a court verdict on November 8, and warned the monarchy that a case built on “fabricated and defamatory accusations” could carry grave consequences.
US-Israel military aid: End of dependence, or a new chapter?

TEHRAN – On November 3, President Trump said the U.S. would end what he described as approximately $4 billion in annual aid to Israel by the end of the year.