Tehran Times

2025-08-09 21:37
Leader's aide warns against so-called 'Trump Corridor':

“Iran will act, with or without Russia”

TEHRAN – Senior Adviser to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution on International Affairs, Ali Akbar Velayati, has reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic will act decisively to protect the stability and security of the South Caucasus — with or without Russia — in the wake of a U.S.-brokered peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

By Wesam Bahrani

Israel’s Gaza decision sparks global outrage

TEHRAN - The Israeli cabinet’s approval to expand its genocide in the Gaza Strip by invading and occupying Gaza City faces mounting global anger and condemnation.
By Minoo Khaleghi, jurist and political analyst

Lebanon on the verge of repeating a historic mistake

TEHRAN — Lebanon, small in size yet strategically pivotal in the heart of West Asia, has long stood at the crossroads of regional and international interests and conflicts.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

How did Nawaf Salam violate Lebanon’s National Accord?

BEIRUT — In parallel with the rapid transformations taking place in West Asia, Lebanon’s political history is witnessing one of its most dangerous periods as Nawaf Salam’s government has acquiesced to the U.S.-Israeli desire to “legitimize” the dismantling of the national resistance movement’s military arsenal.
By staff writer

Global protests erupt over Israel’s seizure of Gaza City and starvation campaign

TEHRAN — Israel’s plan to seize Gaza City, coupled with the regime’s deliberate starvation campaign in the Gaza Strip, has fueled growing global anger and protests.
By Xavier Villar

The Supreme National Security Council in Iran

A look at the body’s history, functions, and strategic leadership

MADRID – The Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) stands as one of the most central and strategic bodies in Iranian politics and governance. Its creation and development reflect the institutional adaptation of the Iranian state to face internal and external challenges, while maintaining autonomy and stability in a context historically marked by regional tensions and international pressures.

Politics

‘Espionage epidemic:’ Western media says increasing number of disillusioned Israelis aiding Iran

TEHRAN – More than a month has passed since the halt in fighting that followed the U.S.-Israeli 12-day aggression against Iran, and American media outlets are now reporting an unprecedented surge in ordinary Israelis allegedly spying for the Islamic Republic.
Nine new envoys present credentials to Iran’s foreign minister

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi received copies of credentials from the newly accredited ambassadors of Ethiopia, Estonia, Djibouti, Laos, Cambodia, Burundi, Latvia, Myanmar, and Nepal in a Saturday ceremony, signaling Tehran’s continued engagement across Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Gaza: A test of conscience dividing the West, uniting the East

ISLAMABAD – From Tehran to Islamabad, the positions on Gaza are defined by moral clarity and historical consistency.

Sports

Japan too strong for Iran at 2026 AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup qualification

TEHRAN - Japan confirmed their ticket to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand with an 11-0 win over Iran on Sunday.
Duckens Nazon joins Esteghlal

TEHRAN – Haitian forward Duckens Moïse Nazon joined Esteghlal on Sunday.
Iranian duo to officiate at 2025 FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup

TEHRAN – Gelareh Nazemi and Zari Fathi have been chosen by FIFA to officiate at the 2025 FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup.

Culture

Celebrated Iranian master Mahmoud Farshchian passes away

TEHRAN- Mahmoud Farshchian, the renowned Iranian miniaturist and painter, passed away on Saturday in a hospital in New Jersey, the U.S. at the age of 96, Persian media reported.
Toronto International Film Festival selects Houman Seyyedi’s “The Savage” for Primetime program

TEHRAN – The Iranian series “The Savage” directed by Houman Seyyedi will have its international premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), set to be held in Toronto, Canada, from September 4 to 14.
Iran’s nominee for IBBY iRead award revealed

TEHRAN- The Children’s Book Council of Iran has revealed the country's candidate for the 2026 IBBY-iRead Outstanding Reading Promoter Award.

Economy

Solar power output jumps 71% in 4 months: SATBA

TEHRAN – Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) said on Saturday that electricity generation from solar power plants rose by 71 percent in the first four months of the Iranian year starting March 20, compared to the same period last year.
Iran Plast exhibit to drive downstream growth, non-oil exports: NPC head

TEHRAN – The managing director of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said on Sunday that the International Exhibition of Plastic, Rubber, Machinery, and Equipment (IRAN PLAST) provides a platform for developing the domestic value chain and producing finished goods, which play a key role in increasing non-oil exports.
UAE, Iran’s 3rd top non-oil export destination

TEHRAN- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was Iran’s third top non-oil export destination during the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-July 22), the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) reported.

Society

Notable Progress in Cell Therapy

TEHRAN – Iran has made significant progress in the field of stem cells and cell therapy, advancing to the eighth place in the world from the 12th in the previous year.
Tehran to host Mustafa Prize week in September

TEHRAN – The sixth Mustafa Prize week is scheduled to be held from September 6 to 10 in Tehran.
Iranian students shine at YISF, WICO 2025

TEHRAN – Iranian students continued to showcase their excellence at international competitions by winning medals at the Yakutia International Science Fair (YISF) and the World Invention Creativity Olympics (WICO).

Tourism

Lost opportunities: The untapped potential of Iran’s tourism industry

Over the past two decades, despite Iran’s significant natural and cultural potential, attracting foreign tourists—especially leisure travelers interested in historical and cultural tourism from Europe and North America—has faced serious obstacles.
Ancient stone artifacts in Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province date back to Paleolithic era

TEHRAN - Archaeological studies in Iran’s Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province have revealed that the region's earliest stone artifacts date back to the Upper Paleolithic and early Neolithic periods, according to local cultural heritage authorities.
6th excavation season launched at Qal-e Kord cave, one of oldest human settlements in Iran

TEHRAN - The sixth season of archaeological excavations at Qal-e Kord cave in the Avaj county of Iran’s Qazvin province has begun under permits from the Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism, the institute said on Saturday.

International

Israel’s Gaza decision sparks global outrage

TEHRAN - The Israeli cabinet’s approval to expand its genocide in the Gaza Strip by invading and occupying Gaza City faces mounting global anger and condemnation.
Lebanon on the verge of repeating a historic mistake

TEHRAN — Lebanon, small in size yet strategically pivotal in the heart of West Asia, has long stood at the crossroads of regional and international interests and conflicts.
How did Nawaf Salam violate Lebanon’s National Accord?

BEIRUT — In parallel with the rapid transformations taking place in West Asia, Lebanon’s political history is witnessing one of its most dangerous periods as Nawaf Salam’s government has acquiesced to the U.S.-Israeli desire to “legitimize” the dismantling of the national resistance movement’s military arsenal.

A look at the body’s history, functions, and strategic leadership