Tehran Times

2025-10-10 21:07
By Sahar Dadjoo

Gaza breathes

Displaced Gazans start returning to the north amid uncertain peace

TEHRAN - After two harrowing years of conflict that devastated Gaza and shook the Middle East, a tentative ceasefire has been announced, outlining a phased military withdrawal from the coastal enclave and promising the release of captives and Palestinian prisoners.

Ayatollah Khamenei encourages innovative approaches to teach and promote prayer

TEHRAN – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has emphasized the central role of prayer in shaping both worldly life and the hereafter, calling on religious institutions and devout citizens to utilize modern tools to advance its practice.
By Garsha Vazirian

Bloodied hands, misplaced laurels: Why neither Trump nor Machado deserves praise

Sponsoring war, sanctions, and regime change is not a résumé for peace

TEHRAN – In a move that pleased Washington’s propaganda machinery, the Norwegian Nobel Committee chose Venezuelan opponent María Corina Machado over a president who spent months begging for a medal.
US and Israel go after Iran's allies, showing no sign of de-escalation

TEHRAN – Israel and the United States are escalating their campaign of economic, military, and diplomatic coercion against Iran, focusing their efforts in recent days on undermining the two of the country's biggest allies, China and Russia, who provide economic, diplomatic, support against external threats, and could potentially offer Iran military aid in the future.
By Roliansyah Sumirat, Indonesian Ambassador to Iran

75 years on: Indonesia – Iran shared responsibilities and solidarity

TEHRAN – When I was inaugurated by President Prabowo Subianto as Indonesian Ambassador to Iran, the message I received was clear: advance Indonesia-Iran relations across all sectors, and navigate both countries’ mutual interests amidst delicate geopolitical situation.
Thousands march across Uruguay calling for justice for Palestinians in Gaza

In a display of solidarity, thousands of Uruguayans took to the streets on Friday, demanding their government's recognition of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza as genocide and the severance of diplomatic and economic ties with Israel.

Politics

International conference launches in Tehran to denounce Israeli-US assassination of scientists

TEHRAN – Iran has inaugurated an international conference titled “Scholars Rise Against Sophicide” to denounce the systematic campaign of assassinations targeting scientists, orchestrated by the United States and Israel.
Gaza truce deal not end of road; criminals should be held accountable: Iran

TEHRAN – Iran’s Government Spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani has expressed the country’s backing for a ceasefire in Gaza, stressing the truce agreement in Gaza “is not the end of the road” and that those behind the crimes committed by the Tel Aviv regime must be tried in international courts.
US, Israel sought to trigger internal chaos through terror plots: Iran intelligence minister

TEHRAN – Iran’s intelligence minister has revealed that during the U.S.-Israeli aggression in June, Washington and Tel Aviv attempted to destabilize the country by mobilizing Daesh and other Takfiri militants from Syria to launch terror attacks inside Iran.

Sports

Russia beat Iran in friendly

TEHRAN – Russia football team defeated Iran 2-1 in a friendly match held at the Volgograd Arena Friday night.
Iran’s Nasiri wins silver at 2025 World Weightlifting Championships

TEHRAN – Alireza Nasiri of Iran claimed a silver medal at the 2025 International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) World Weightlifting Championships Friday night.
Iran water polo advance to 2025 Asian Aquatics Championships final

TEHRAN – Iran’s men’s water polo team edged past Japan 19-18 on Friday and propelled to the final match of the 2025 Asian Aquatics Championships.

Culture

7 Iranian films participating in Russia’s International Festival of Children's and Family Films

TEHRAN – Seven films from Iran are present at the XII International Festival of Children's and Family Films “Zero Plus”, which is underway in Siberia, Russia.
Ammar festival officials, family voice concerns over Esfandiari’s prolonged custody

TEHRAN- On Tuesday night, a group of officials from the 16th edition of the Ammar Popular Film Festival visited the family of Mahdieh Esfandiari, a detained translator and cultural activist in France, to express their concerns regarding her ongoing detention and the way Western media are covering her case.
Iranian Artists Forum screens Japanese animated film “Ghost Cat Anzu”

TEHRAN – The 2024 Japanese animated film “Ghost Cat Anzu” directed by Yōko Kuno and Nobuhiro Yamashita was shown at the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Friday.

Economy

South Korean ambassador attends 7th Asian Championships of Zurkhaneh Sports opening ceremony

URMIA- South Korean Ambassador to Iran, His Excellency Kim Junpyo, participated in the opening ceremony of the seventh Asian Championships of Zurkhaneh Sports and Pahlavani Wrestling (Koshti) on Wednesday.
Over 13m tons of essential goods imported in H1

TEHRAN – Iran imported 13.5 million tons of essential goods during the first half of the current Iranian year (March – September), up 12.5 percent from the same period last year, according to data released by the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).
Electricity coverage in Iran’s rural areas reaches 99.8%

TEHRAN – Iran has extended electricity access to 99.8 percent of its rural population, marking one of the highest rural electrification rates in the world, according to the head of the Iran Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Company (Tavanir).

Society

35 countries attending Iran Med 2025

TEHRAN – The third international medical, dental, and pharmaceutical equipment exhibition, known as Iran Med, kicked off in Tehran on Thursday with the participation of around 300 domestic and foreign companies from 35 countries.
Marriage 2.5 times divorce in 6 months

TEHRAN – In the first six months of the current Iranian year, which started on March 21, a total of 228,860 marriages and 89,851 divorces were registered across the country, according to the Civil Registration Organization.
WMBD: create a world where birds, people thrive together

TEHRAN – Celebrated twice a year—in May and October— World Migratory Bird Day 2025 aims to raise awareness about the many challenges migratory birds face due to human activities and expanding urban development, as well as driving change to design urban environments that support both birds and people.

Tourism

Fars province is the showcase of Iran’s culture and art: minister

TEHRAN — The Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts on Thursday described Fars province as the showcase of Iranian culture and art, highlighting its deep historical and civilizational significance.
‘Tehran rainbow of Iranian ethnicities, symbol of national unity’

TEHRAN — Tehran, as a symbol of cultural diversity, and national identity, holds immense potential to become one of Iran’s top cultural tourism destinations, Governor-General of Tehran said on Thursday during a visit to the historical Si-e Tir Street.
Gilan, where tradition lives in fields, music, and stories

TEHRAN – Nestled in Iran’s lush northern region, Gilan is a place where history breathes through vibrant traditions. This Caspian province isn’t just rich in nature, it’s a treasure trove of living culture, from haunting melodies and ancient myths to mouthwatering cuisine and timeless crafts.

International

Gaza breathes

TEHRAN - After two harrowing years of conflict that devastated Gaza and shook the Middle East, a tentative ceasefire has been announced, outlining a phased military withdrawal from the coastal enclave and promising the release of captives and Palestinian prisoners.
Bloodied hands, misplaced laurels: Why neither Trump nor Machado deserves praise

TEHRAN – In a move that pleased Washington’s propaganda machinery, the Norwegian Nobel Committee chose Venezuelan opponent María Corina Machado over a president who spent months begging for a medal.
Imam Mahdi scouts: A model of construction and resistance in a time of political impotence

BEIRUT—Beirut is preparing to host the largest scout gathering in Lebanon’s history, marking the fortieth anniversary of the founding of Hezbollah’s Imam Mahdi Scouts Association, amid the martyrdom anniversary of Hezbollah secretaries-general, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine.

Displaced Gazans start returning to the north amid uncertain peace

Sponsoring war, sanctions, and regime change is not a résumé for peace