Tehran Times

2025-09-19 21:14
By Mona Hojat Ansari

Iran says Europe ignored ‘logical’ offer based on ‘baseless excuses’

A day after Macron accused Araghchi of lacking agency, the E3 caved in to US pressure and officially began snapback of UN sanctions

TEHRAN – As a leader who has frequently talked about how “concerned” he is about Iran’s battered nuclear program in recent weeks, Emanuel Macron of France inarguably blunted any efforts to prevent tensions from shooting up when he sat down with a Zionist journalist on Thursday and announced that Europe will re-instate UN sanctions against Iran, regardless of what the country has done or might do in the future.
- Will European TNT demolish NPT?
- After Cairo talks, a cautious resumption of Iran-IAEA cooperation

By Sahar Dadjoo

Exclusive: EU bans on Israel remain symbolic, says Swedish university scholar

Ashok Swain says public outrage from European capitals forced Brussels to act

TEHRAN - As tensions in Gaza and the West Bank escalate, the European Union has taken an unprecedented step by proposing the suspension of trade concessions with Israel, signaling growing international concern over the humanitarian crisis. The move comes amid widespread protests across European capitals, raising questions about the effectiveness of symbolic sanctions versus tangible political pressure.
By Garsha Vazirian

Gaza offensive reaches ‘cataclysmic’ scale as US shields Israel at UN

TEHRAN – Israeli forces have intensified their offensive on Gaza City, unleashing a combination of airstrikes, drone attacks, and ground assaults that have left neighborhoods in ruins.
By Wesam Bahrani

Israeli officers killed in Gaza

TEHRAN – The Israeli army has confirmed the deaths of four officers in battles in the Gaza Strip as the armed wing of Hamas issues a stern warning.
By Mohammad Khatibi

Axis of Resistance: New era of decentralized warfare or unchartered territory

TEHRAN – As tensions flare across West Asia, many are asking what lies ahead for the ‘Axis of Resistance’ after its leadership and some of its capabilities took important blows.
By Mohammad Mahdizadeh, Iranian expert in international military history

Ibrahim Aghil: The architect of ‘Hezbollah military doctrine’

TEHRAN – It has been one year since the assassination of General Hajj Ibrahim Aghil, Hezbollah’s operations chief, along with 14 of his comrades and fellow officers in an Israeli air raid on the southern suburb of Beirut (Dahia).

Politics

Russia showed ‘good and firm’ stance during Israeli-US war on Iran, says top commander

TEHRAN – Iran’s top military commander has praised Russia for its “very good and firm” position at the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in opposing Israel’s 12-day war against the Islamic Republic in June.
At UN, Iran defends Syria’s sovereignty and blasts Israeli expansionist agenda

TEHRAN – Iran has once again underscored its unwavering support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, declaring that any attempts to impose external agendas or fragment the country are unacceptable.
Iran defers UN draft resolution on nuclear sites attacks after US pressure

TEHRAN – Iran announced on Friday that it has decided to defer consideration of a draft resolution aimed at prohibiting attacks and threats of attack against nuclear facilities, noting that the move was taken to counter the unlawful pressure and intimidation exerted by the United States on the IAEA General Conference.

Sports

Iran wrestling dominate the world

TEHRAN – With one day remaining, Iran’s Greco-Roman team claimed the title at the 2025 World Wrestling Championships.
Iran down Jordan at 2025 Asian U17 Handball Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Jordan 42-22 at the 1st Asian Men’s U17 Handball Championship on Saturday.
Iran rout Bangladesh at AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026 qualifiers

TEHRAN - Defending champions Iran began their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Indonesia 2026 Qualifiers campaign with an impressive 12-0 win against Bangladesh in Group G on Saturday.

Culture

Iranian educator, writer Samineh Baghcheban passes away at 97

TEHRAN – The distinguished Iranian educator Samineh Baghcheban passed away in Tehran on September 17 at the age of 97.
“Yellowface” appears at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN- A Persian translation of American writer Rebecca F. Kuang’s book “Yellowface” has recently been published by Majazi Publications in Tehran.
What’s in Tehran art galleries

A collection of paintings by Mahtab Akbarzadeh is currently on display in an exhibit at Binesh Gallery. Named “I Live in Silence”, the exhibition runs until September 27 at the gallery located at 22 Khakzad Alley, Vali-e Asr Ave.

Economy

Iran’s steel exports near $3b in 5 months despite rebar slump

Tehran – Iran’s steel industry recorded nearly $3 billion in exports during the first five months of the year, a 10 percent increase from the same period last year, the Iranian Steel Producers Association said.
Iran, Spain boost anti-money laundering cooperation as Madrid prepares to host FATF meeting

TEHRAN – Iran and Spain have agreed to strengthen cooperation in combating money laundering, with Madrid set to host the next meeting between Iran and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
Iran, Azerbaijan push forward joint projects from logistics hub to industrial park

TEHRAN – Hossein Pirmoazzen, deputy head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, said Iran and Azerbaijan are taking strategic steps to advance joint projects ranging from logistics to industrial infrastructure, including a planned logistics hub and a joint industrial park.

Society

Raising voices, inspiring hope: MAHAK highlights Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

TEHRAN - Every September, the world comes together to mark Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to honor the courage of children battling cancer, support their families, and reaffirm our collective commitment to advancing care and research.
Some 4,300 Afghan refugees deported from Iran per day: UNHCR

TEHRAN - Between September 11 and 17, an average daily return of 4,300 Afghan refugees from Iran was registered, UNHCR reported in a press release on Friday.
DOE develops first AI-powered environmental protection platform

TEHRAN - The Department of Environment has developed the first bilingual platform based on artificial intelligence in line with digital transformation and facilitating access to environmental laws and regulations.

Tourism

Rageh Canyon: A natural wonder, photographer’s paradise near Rafsanjan in southern Iran

RAFSANJAN (Kerman province) - Nestled just 20 kilometers southeast of Rafsanjan in Iran’s Kerman province, Rageh Canyon is one of the country’s most striking natural landscapes.
Tehran Day designated to highlight capital’s historical, cultural and tourism assets

TEHRAN – Tehran’s provincial Cultural Council has designated Mehr 14 (Oct. 6) as “Tehran Day” to commemorate the city’s historic role in the establishment of Iran’s constitutional system and its designation as the national capital.
World’s largest hand-made cave, an unknown heritage in Fars province

Sang Shekanan (stonemasons) cave in the south of Jahrom, Fars province, has been dubbed the largest hand-made cave in the world, but many people in Iran and even Fars have not yet heard of it, and it has few visitors.

International

Exclusive: EU bans on Israel remain symbolic, says Swedish university scholar

TEHRAN - As tensions in Gaza and the West Bank escalate, the European Union has taken an unprecedented step by proposing the suspension of trade concessions with Israel, signaling growing international concern over the humanitarian crisis. The move comes amid widespread protests across European capitals, raising questions about the effectiveness of symbolic sanctions versus tangible political pressure.
Gaza offensive reaches ‘cataclysmic’ scale as US shields Israel at UN

TEHRAN – Israeli forces have intensified their offensive on Gaza City, unleashing a combination of airstrikes, drone attacks, and ground assaults that have left neighborhoods in ruins.
Israeli officers killed in Gaza

TEHRAN – The Israeli army has confirmed the deaths of four officers in battles in the Gaza Strip as the armed wing of Hamas issues a stern warning.