Tehran Times

2025-06-29 22:30
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh

Fatwas draw a red line: No tolerance for threats against Ayatollah Khamenei

TEHRAN – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, is more than just a political leader; he is a deeply revered religious figure. As a Marja' al-Taqlid in a position of power, people not only seek his guidance to resolve questions of Islamic law and ethics, but also view him as a central guardian of their faith and its values.
- Sunni world welcomes Leader’s fatwa
- Rushdie’s attacker denies any link with IRGC, says he acted alone

By Bahram Moradi

Grossi not satisfied with extent of damage to Iran’s nuclear sites!

As IAEA chief, Grossi is not worried about nuclear contamination in Iran

TEHRAN - The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has said Iran could begin producing enriched uranium again in “a matter of months” as damage caused by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear plants was “severe” but not “total.”
By Garsha Vazirian

Fox News fabricates story to justify Evin prison massacre

TEHRAN – Six days after the Israeli regime’s unprovoked and illegal airstrike on Tehran’s Evin Prison martyred 71 civilians, prisoners, and staff, the regime’s media machinery has resorted to a desperate campaign of disinformation to whitewash its war crimes.
By Staff Writer

A transnational uprising: Humanity stands with Gaza and Iran

TEHRAN – Iran and Gaza have been front and center for global protesters in the past few days, who have been taking to the streets to condemn the Israeli regime’s unchecked aggression plaguing the region since October of 2023.
Araghchi urges UN to hold Israel and US accountable for their aggression

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has formally called on the United Nations Security Council to recognize the Zionist regime and the United States as perpetrators of an act of aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran and to hold them accountable under international law.
Israel's war sought rapid overthrow of Iran's government: Leader’s aide

TEHRAN — Ali Larijani, senior adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, disclosed new details about the recent war launched by the Zionist regime and its American allies, saying they had devised a comprehensive plan to overthrow the Islamic Republic within five to six days — a plot that ultimately failed due to the Iranian nation’s resolve and the decisive response of the Armed Forces.

Politics

Tehran doubts Israeli commitment to truce, warns of stronger retaliation if provoked

TEHRAN — The Chief of Staff of Iran’s Armed Forces has issued a strong warning against any potential Israeli resumption of hostilities, stating that the Islamic Republic stands ready to deliver a decisive and powerful response if aggression resumes.
Four takeaways from Shamkhani’s first interview after surviving Israeli terrorist attack

TEHRAN – Admiral Ali Shamkhani, advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, talked to Iranian TV on Sunday, over two weeks after he was targeted by Israel in simultaneous attacks that led to the massacre of dozens of Iranian civilians, military officials, and nuclear scientists on June 13.
Salami, Hajizadeh, and Shadmani laid to rest amid national grief

TEHRAN – In scenes of profound national grief, the Islamic Republic of Iran laid to rest three of its most revered military commanders on Sunday.

Sports

Persepolis, İsmail Kartal part ways: official

TEHRAN – İsmail Kartal, who served as Persepolis’ third coach after Juan Carlos Garrido and later Karim Baghri last season, has parted ways with the Iranian club.
Iran edge Netherlands in 2025 VNL

TEHRAN – Determined to secure their third win in Week 2 of the Volleyball Nations League (VNL), Iran defeated the Netherlands 3-2 (25-19, 22-25, 21-25, 25-19, 15-9) on Sunday.
Date for 2025/26 PGPL season confirmed

TEHRAN – The 2025/26 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) season date has been confirmed, with the opening match round starting on Monday Aug. 18.

Culture

Five Iranians invited to join Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

TEHRAN – There are five Iranians among the 534 artists and executives invited by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to join the organization.
Veteran actor Jamal Ejlali passes away

TEHRAN – Renowned actor Jamal Ejlali passed away at his home in Tehran on Sunday, after a period of illness. He was 78.
Iraqi artists honor martyr Mansoureh Alikhani in symposium

TEHRAN – The Bait al-Jamal Lil-Funun art center in Baghdad is hosting a week-long symposium dedicated to the memory of martyred Iranian painter Mansoureh Alikhani.

Economy

Gas exports begin from 3rd sweetening train of South Pars phase 14 refinery

TEHRAN – Iran has begun gas exports from the third sweetening train of the Phase 14 refinery at the South Pars gas field, marking a significant expansion in the country’s production and export capacity. The milestone follows the recent commissioning of the refinery’s fourth sweetening train, which became operational earlier this month.
‘Iranian industry withstands 12-day assault, swift support for affected factories urgent’

TEHRAN – The secretary-general of Iran’s House of Industry, Mine and Trade said the country’s industrial sector held its ground during the recent 12-day Israeli assault, maintaining production and preventing shortages across supply and distribution chains. He called for urgent support for factories and workers affected by the attacks.
Iran’s oil exports to China hit record high in June

TEHRAN – China’s imports of Iranian crude reached an all-time high in June 2025, according to data from tanker tracking firms, highlighting Tehran’s growing footprint in the world’s largest oil market despite U.S. sanctions.

Society

Blood donation campaign kicks off in Muharram

TEHRAN –With the beginning of Muharram, the first lunar month, a nationwide blood donation campaign commenced on June 27 and is scheduled to run for 60 days.
UNHCR voices concern over sharp increase in Afghan returns from Iran

TEHRAN – Following the deportation of unauthorized Afghans, with the implementation of a return deadline by the Government on March 20, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has warned that returns on a massive scale have the potential to destabilize the fragile situation in Afghanistan.
How to cope with summer heat, Persian medicine answers

TEHRAN – Hot days of summer can cause heat-related illnesses and heat exhaustion, which can be life-threatening. The overexposure to heat leads to loss of body fluid through sweating and dehydration.

Tourism

Tourism minister hails national resilience, calls for cultural renewal

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has praised the Iranian people for demonstrating unity and maturity during the recent 12-day war with Israel.
Turkish Airlines to resume flights to Iran on June 30

TEHRAN – Türkiye’s flag carrier, Turkish Airlines, will resume flights to Iran on Monday, June 30, after a temporary suspension prompted by regional conflict and security concerns.
War threat should turn into opportunity for tourism infrastructure: official

TEHRAN--Tourism activists should not be passive during the war crisis, Isfahan’s Governor-General Mehdi Jamalinejad has said.

International

Elite diplomacy and the Iran–China strategic partnership

SHANGHAI - In the third decade of the 21st century, West Asia and the broader international politics are undergoing rapid and profound transformations. The Ukraine crisis, escalating tensions in West Asia, the twelve-day war between Iran and Israel, and the aggressive policies of the Trump administration—including the attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities and the tariff war—are all part of this dynamic landscape.
Lebanon is a strategic threat to Israel

BEIRUT — Amidst the complex political landscape, Washington is gradually revealing the extent of its blatant interference in Lebanon’s internal affairs through statements that ignore reality and disregard the will of the people, of whom Hezbollah is an integral part.
Syrians reject Israeli “aid”

TEHRAN – As the Zionist regime expands its grip on southern Syria, locals are refusing to extend their hands to the occupation regime.

As IAEA chief, Grossi is not worried about nuclear contamination in Iran