Tehran Times

2025-09-07 23:09
Leader welcomes Pezeshkian's visit to China:

Potentials for economic and political cooperation with China must be pursued

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei told the Pezeshkian administration on Sunday that the government should not let the threat of a potential war with Israel or the United States derail its ongoing plans and their implementation.
- Leader’s remarks energize Palestinians to resist Israeli criminals
- SCO and BRICS valuable opportunities for Iran: Leader

By Mona Hojat Ansari

China's envoy to Iran addresses SCO summit, bilateral relations

TEHRAN – Chinese Ambassador to Iran, Cong Peiwu, hosted a press conference at his country’s embassy in northern Tehran on Sunday, inviting journalists from major Iranian and Chinese media outlets. For nearly two hours, he discussed the recent SCO summit, which he characterized as the bloc's largest gathering to date.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

How has the Lebanese Army saved Lebanon at a crucial moment?

BEIRUT — What happened in the Lebanese government session on Friday was a truce that could either be sustained or overturned. The Lebanese Army did not rebel against the political authority, but rather put an end to the abuse of political establishment in a bloody, destructive conflict.
European cities erupt in solidarity with Gaza

Hundreds of demonstrations swept Europe this weekend as pro-Palestine activists staged a Global Day of Action demanding an immediate ceasefire, unfettered humanitarian access, and an end to what many called collective punishment in Gaza.
By Wesam Bahrani

Israeli tanks explode in Gaza

TEHRAN – The Palestinian resistance in Gaza wages more deadly operations against the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) attempting to invade Gaza City.
Europe’s ‘reckless course’ will only sideline it from future diplomacy: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that Britain, France and Germany are jeopardizing their credibility and international standing by aligning with U.S. President Donald Trump’s strategy of maximum pressure on Tehran, urging the three to reconsider their approach before diplomacy is lost altogether.

Politics

Senior Iraqi cleric praises Iran’s success in war with Israel, calls for unity

TEHRAN – Seyed Ammar al-Hakim, leader of Iraq’s National Wisdom Movement (NWM), met with senior adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ali Akbar Velayati, in Tehran to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and regional cooperation.
Iranian athletes urge UN to demand release of academic detained by France

TEHRAN – A coalition of 165 Iranian women athletes has implored UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to intervene in the case of Mahdieh Esfandiari, an Iranian academic held in France. Detained since February for expressing solidarity with the people of Gaza, Esfandiari faces charges linked to social media posts.
Espionage network linked to Mossad, MKO faces trial in Iran

TEHRAN – The Court of Alborz Province has begun hearings for four individuals accused of espionage and collaboration with the terrorist Mojahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) and the Israeli regime.

Sports

Iran’s Kiani makes history at 2025 World Wushu Championships

TEHRAN – Zahra Kiani made history by winning Iran’s first gold medal in women’s taolu at the 2025 World Wushu Championships.
Former Barca striker El Haddadi joins Esteghlal

TEHRAN – Esteghlal, one of the most prestigious clubs in Iranian football, has signed Spanish forward Munir El Haddadi.
Mozafar: Iran’s path in 2025 Women’s Futsal World Cup will be challenging

TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s national futsal coach Shahrzad Mozafar says her team are highly motivated and focused to face strong opponents at the 2025 FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup.

Culture

Persepolis hosts Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra in cultural concert

TEHRAN- On Saturday, Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Fars province, hosted an international and intercultural event, welcoming audiences to a live performance by the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra.
Films about Iranian, Palestinian children recognized at Venice Film Festival

TEHRAN – The Iranian drama “Bashu, the Little Stranger” directed by Bahram Beyzaie and “The Voice of Hind Rajab,” a Gaza-set drama by Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania won awards at the closing ceremony of the Venice Film Festival on September 6.
Iranian film “Inside Amir” receives Venice Days top prize

TEHRAN – The Iranian feature film “Inside Amir” directed by Amir Azizi, which follows a young man in Tehran on the verge of emigrating, has won the Director’s Award, the top prize, at the 2025 edition of Venice Days, or Giornate degli Autori, the independent parallel section of the Venice Film Festival.

Economy

Iran, Astrakhan officials push trade, transport ties under INSTC

TEHRAN – Iran’s consul general in Astrakhan Ahmad Heydarian, met with the governor of the Russian province to discuss trade, transport, and cultural cooperation.
TPO chief urges stronger trade, transport links within SCO

TEHRAN – Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) head called for stronger economic and logistics cooperation among Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) members, stressing the need to streamline customs procedures, standardize regulations, and improve transport infrastructure to ensure sustainable growth in the region.
Exports outpace imports in Iran-Kazakhstan trade

TEHRAN- Iran's Commercial Attaché in Kazakhstan, referring to the volume of trade between the two countries, reported an increase in exports compared to imports from Iran to Kazakhstan in the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-June 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.

Society

Iran sends second, third aid shipments to Afghanistan

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has dispatched the second and third humanitarian relief consignments to assist Afghan families affected by the recent devastating earthquakes.
Nanoscale, Advanced Materials E-Conference on Sustainable Energy to be held

TEHRAN – Tehran will hold the first Nanoscale, Advanced Materials (NASM) E-Conference on Sustainable Energy on September 18.
Iranian team wins regional West Asia championship at ICPC 2025

TEHRAN – The students of Sharif University of Technology are placed atop West Asian countries at the 49th International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) 2025.

Tourism

Iran pushes for UNESCO recognition of its ancient windmills

TEHRAN – Iran is seeking UNESCO World Heritage status for its centuries-old Asbads, traditional vertical-axis windmills primarily located in South Khorasan province, a senior official underlined on Saturday.
Iran enters a new level of ties with Armenia, tourism minister says

TEHRAN- Iran has reached a new level of leapfrogging relations with Armenia, said Minister of Cultural Heritage Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri.
Centuries-old coins bearing Prophet Muhammad’s name unveiled in Tehran ceremony

TEHRAN — A collection of 63 historical coins inscribed with the name of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), ranging from the Abbasid era to the Qajar period, was unveiled for public view on Sunday.

International

Zionism is the problem: Ariel Feldman breaks down Israel’s Nakba and genocide

BUENOS AIRES — Ariel Feldman is an audiovisual filmmaker, lecturer in film and philosophy, and photographer who supports Palestine and denounces Israel’s colonial and genocidal policies. Drawing from his life experience in Israel and his Jewish identity, Feldman calls for ethical awareness in the face of the Israeli occupation and the suffering of the Palestinian people.
How has the Lebanese Army saved Lebanon at a crucial moment?

BEIRUT — What happened in the Lebanese government session on Friday was a truce that could either be sustained or overturned. The Lebanese Army did not rebel against the political authority, but rather put an end to the abuse of political establishment in a bloody, destructive conflict.
Israeli tanks explode in Gaza

TEHRAN – The Palestinian resistance in Gaza wages more deadly operations against the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) attempting to invade Gaza City.