Tehran Times

2025-10-22 22:16
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh

New Tehran-Baghdad alignment ends Israel's safety in Iraqi skies

TEHRAN – The United States is doubling down on efforts to pressure Iraq into distancing itself from Iran—a nation with which it shares a nearly 1600km border, religious ideologies, and centuries of history—as Iranians simultaneously work to curb U.S.-Israeli violation of Iraqi airspace.
- Larijani signs new security agreement in Iraq before heading to Lebanon
- U.S. push to disarm PMF endangers Iraq’s security and stability

Tehran Times gains new info on Germany’s war role after foreign ministry issues denial

TEHRAN – The Tehran Times reached out to its sources after the German Foreign Ministry stated in an email that Germany had not participated in Israel’s 12-day war with Iran.
By Sahar Dadjoo

‘No military solution to Iran nuclear issue — only diplomatic multilateralism,’ argues Marc Finaud

Former French foreign ministry spox underscores necessity of multilateral agreements for lasting peace

TEHRAN- In an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times, Marc Finaud, Senior Advisor at the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and former spokesperson for the French Foreign Ministry, offered his expert analysis on France’s recent move to activate the JCPOA “snapback” mechanism, reinstating UN sanctions on Iran. He also explored the wider diplomatic and strategic implications for Europe and the broader West Asia.
By Afshin Majlesi

Iran-China relations through ages: an interview with National Museum director

In an exclusive interview with the director of the National Museum of Iran, we explore the remarkable “Silk Legacy” exhibition currently underway in Tehran. The show offers an unprecedented look at the deep and enduring cultural ties between Iran and China, tracing a connection that stretches back over four millennia.
By Shahab Sarmadi

U.S. push to disarm PMF endangers Iraq’s security and stability

TEHRAN – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s recent call for the disarmament of Iraqi anti-terror groups, particularly the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of Iraq’s security realities and a continuation of Washington’s interventionist approach.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Al-Ghamari’s enduring legacy in Yemen’s defense industry

BEIRUT— The late Lieutenant General Mohammed Nasser Al-Ghamari (Sayyed Hashem) stands as one of the most distinguished leaders in modern Yemeni history—a symbol of steadfastness in the face of American-Israeli-Saudi aggression against Yemen.

Politics

Opportunities for diplomacy thwarted by U.S. demands: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized Tehran’s continued commitment to diplomacy despite repeated setbacks caused by “excessive demands” from the United States.
Intelligence Ministry releases photos of, info on ‘Iran International’ contributors in Israel

TEHRAN –The Iranian Intelligence Ministry has released photos of the building housing the UK-based anti-Iran TV network Iran International, along with pictures of homes belonging to the staff of the terrorist-designated media outlet and Zionist guests in the occupied territories.
Three Iranian domestic satellites scheduled for launch by March 2026

TEHRAN – The head of the Iranian Space Agency (ISA), Hassan Salarieh, announced that Iran plans to simultaneously launch three domestically built satellites by the end of the current Iranian year (March 2026).

Sports

U23 Greco-Roman team crowned 2025 world champions

TEHRAN – Iran’s Greco-Roman team claimed the title of the 2025 U23 Wrestling World Championships held in Novi Sad, Serbia.
Iranian kabaddi teams win two silvers at 2025 AYG

TEHRAN - Iran’s girls’ and boys’ kabaddi teams lost to India in the final of the 2025 Asian Youth Games (AYG) on Thursday.
Iran’s Muay Thai girl Chenari dies due to cardiac arrest

TEHRAN – Saba Chenari, Iranian Muay Thai practitioner, died on Wednesday due to sudden cardiac arrest.

Culture

“Intoxicated by Love” released in 335 cinemas in Europe

TEHRAN - Coinciding with the start of its international screenings, the Iran-Turkey joint production “Intoxicated by Love” directed by Hassan Fat’hi has signed a distribution agreement for North America.
Qasr Garden Museum to host international exhibition of children’s artworks

TEHRAN – The international exhibition “One World, A Thousand Dreams” featuring artworks by children and teenagers from Iran, South Korea, and Germany will open on October 24 at the Qasr Garden Museum in Tehran.
Adaptation of “A Bomb in the Heart” to go on stage in Tehran

TEHRAN-An adaptation of Lebanese-Canadian writer Wajdi Mouawad’s play “A Bomb in the Heart” will go on stage at Tehran's Hamoun Theater Hall on November 5.

Economy

Iran-Uzbekistan trade being pursued to reach up to $2b: Uzbek envoy

TEHRAN- The Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Iran stated that trade relations between the two countries reached about $500 million last year, and added: "Considering the agreements between the presidents of the two countries, the goal of increasing this figure to up to $2 billion is being pursued."
Iran’s consul general in Dubai meets with heads of chamber of commerce, aviation authority

TEHRAN – Iran’s Consul General in Dubai Alireza Mahmoudi met with Mohammed Ali Rashid Lootah, Secretary-General of the Dubai Chambers, and Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, to discuss ways to facilitate trade and air travel between Iran and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Kish Expo to host foreign investors in December

TEHRAN – The second edition of Kish Expo, an international investment conference and exhibition, will be held from December 9 to 14 on Kish Island, bringing together foreign investors, diplomats, and business leaders to explore new opportunities in Iran’s economy, organizers announced.

Society

Workshop on vaccination held with WHO, GAVI Alliance support

TEHRAN – Supported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI Alliance), Kerman University of Medical Sciences played host to a 3-day regional workshop on vaccination and vaccine-preventable diseases.
Iranian companies attending Health Asia expo in Pakistan

TEHRAN – Six Iranian companies are participating in the 22nd Health Asia International Exhibition and Conference, being held from October 23-25 in Karachi, Pakistan.
Health Insurance Week to be held

TEHRAN – Health Insurance Week will be marked from October 25 to 31 across the country with the theme of ‘Health insurance, national consensus for healthier Iran’.

Tourism

Iran-China relations through ages: an interview with National Museum director

In an exclusive interview with the director of the National Museum of Iran, we explore the remarkable “Silk Legacy” exhibition currently underway in Tehran. The show offers an unprecedented look at the deep and enduring cultural ties between Iran and China, tracing a connection that stretches back over four millennia.
Kazan Kremlin hosting photo exhibit of Shiraz attractions

TEHRAN--The UNESCO-registered Kazan Kremlin, a historical citadel in the city of Kazan, Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan, is playing host to a photography exhibition of Shiraz historical, cultural and religious attractions.
Shafiabad village: a gateway to UNESCO-listed Lut Desert

TEHRAN - Shafiabad village, located in the famed Shahdad district of Kerman province, southern Iran, stands as a remarkable example of harmonious coexistence between human settlement and a harsh desert environment.

International

U.S. push to disarm PMF endangers Iraq’s security and stability

TEHRAN – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s recent call for the disarmament of Iraqi anti-terror groups, particularly the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of Iraq’s security realities and a continuation of Washington’s interventionist approach.
Al-Ghamari’s enduring legacy in Yemen’s defense industry

BEIRUT— The late Lieutenant General Mohammed Nasser Al-Ghamari (Sayyed Hashem) stands as one of the most distinguished leaders in modern Yemeni history—a symbol of steadfastness in the face of American-Israeli-Saudi aggression against Yemen.
Will Netanyahu resume Gaza genocide?

TEHRAN – The New York Times reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could end the Gaza ceasefire and return to the genocidal war against Palestinians.

Former French foreign ministry spox underscores necessity of multilateral agreements for lasting peace