Tehran Times

2026-05-23 20:43
No compromise on national rights

Iran tells Asim Munir it distrusts the US and warns of a far stronger response if war resumes under the cover of diplomacy

TEHRAN - Iran has warned the United States of a “more crushing response” to any new act of aggression as Pakistan’s Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir concludes another visit to Tehran amid intensified mediation efforts to end the US-Israeli war that began on February 28.
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Iran accuses Persian Gulf states of complicity in US-Israeli attacks

TEHRAN- Iran’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Saeed Iravani, has sharply criticized some Persian Gulf states for allegedly assisting the United States and Israel during 'unlawful acts of aggression against the Islamic Republic,' while also rejecting American and Emirati accusations concerning regional security and Iran’s nuclear activities.
Araghchi leads intensive regional diplomacy to advance efforts to end US-Israeli war against Iran

TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held a series of high-level diplomatic consultations with regional and international counterparts as Tehran intensifies efforts to secure a political resolution to the ongoing US-Israeli war against the Islamic Republic.
By Garsha Vazirian

NATO grapples with its unraveling under Washington’s predatory hegemony

TEHRAN — The official communiques emerging from the NATO foreign ministers’ gathering in Helsingborg, Sweden, spoke of enhanced burden sharing and a stronger, fairer alliance. Behind those anodyne formulations lies a transatlantic partnership in an advanced state of political decomposition.
By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah’s war media footage shakes Israel

TEHRAN – While the Zionist regime relentlessly broadcasts graphic scenes of devastation in Lebanon, how did Hezbollah successfully turn war media into a pivotal and powerful battlefield weapon?
How war on Iran affects world economy beyond energy

TEHRAN – Official data released Thursday reveals that Japanese vehicle exports to West Asia collapsed by more than 90 percent in April, both in value and volume, as the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran crippled maritime shipping to a region that major automakers such as Toyota and Nissan have long relied upon.

Politics

Gabbard's resignation exposes deep split over Iran policy in Trump administration

TEHRAN – The resignation of the US director of national intelligence has intensified scrutiny of divisions within President Donald Trump’s administration, particularly over Washington’s approach toward Iran and the use of military force abroad.
Iran, ACA blame US for collapse of UN nuclear nonproliferation talks

TEHRAN – The United States has faced fierce criticism over the failure of UN talks to reach a consensus on reaffirming nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament goals.
Iran denounces decades-long US embargo on Cuba as a “crime against humanity”

TEHRAN- Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the United States over its continued sanctions, political pressure, and unlawful interference in Cuba’s internal affairs, accusing Washington of violating international law and committing acts amounting to a “crime against humanity.”

Sports

Hajimousaei wins Iran’s fourth gold at 2026 Asian Taekwondo Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s Mahdi Hajimousaei won a gold medal at thethird day of the 27th Asian Taekwondo Championships underway in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Iran and Russia NPCs ink MoU

TEHRAN - In a significant move to bolster international cooperation in para-sports, the National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) of Iran and Russia have officially inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering bilateral development.
Iranian powerlifters win golds at Oran 2026

TEHRAN – Amir Jafari and Mohsen Bakhtiar claimed two gold and one silver medal at the Oran 2026 Para Powerlifting African Open Championships on Friday.

Culture

Artworks by Mexican printmakers on display at TMoCA

TEHRAN – Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) is hosting the third program in the “Art and War” series, exploring the theme of war as seen by Mexican artists.
“Particles of Chaos” premieres at City Theater, honoring heroes of Frigate Dena

TEHRAN- The main hall of Tehran’s City Theater Complex hosted the opening ceremony of the play “Particles of Chaos” on Friday evening. The event was marked by a tribute to the martyrs and brave survivors of the Iranian Navy’s Frigate Dena.
“Eyes of Minab” installation honors martyred children at Tehran Book Garden

TEHRAN- Following its initial display at Tajrish Square, the art installation titled "Eyes of Minab" has been relocated to the Khialestan walkway of the Tehran Book Garden, drawing public attention once again to the tragic martyrdom of schoolchildren in southern Iran.

Economy

How war on Iran affects world economy beyond energy

TEHRAN – Official data released Thursday reveals that Japanese vehicle exports to West Asia collapsed by more than 90 percent in April, both in value and volume, as the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran crippled maritime shipping to a region that major automakers such as Toyota and Nissan have long relied upon.
Government policy is to rebuild war-damaged infrastructure: energy minister

TEHRAN- The Energy Minister said the government's policy is to rebuild infrastructure damaged by the aggression of the US-Zionist enemy, and wherever it has been destroyed during this period, it will be rebuilt better than before.
Over 2,100 road maintenance machinery, equipment renovated, reconstructed in a year

TEHRAN- The Director General of the Road Maintenance Operations, Machinery, and Crisis Management Department of the Road Maintenance and Transportation Organization announced the renovation, overhaul, repair, and commissioning of 2,152 road maintenance and winter machinery and equipment in the past Iranian calendar year 1404 (Ended on March 20).

Society

National event on ‘Iran’s biodiversity’ being held

TEHRAN – Organized by the Department of Environment (DOE), the national event on Iran’s biodiversity kicked off on Saturday in Sari, Mazandaran province, and will run till Sunday.
Iran proposes establishment of BRICS arbitration center to resolve disputes

TEHRAN – Attending the BRICS Justice Ministers Meeting, Amin-Hossein Rahimi, Iran’s Justice Minister, has proposed the establishment of a dedicated BRICS arbitration center to help resolve disputes among member states, stressing the importance of international law and peaceful legal mechanisms for economic cooperation.
IRCS gets third aid cargo from Turkey

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) received the third consignment of humanitarian aid dispatched by IHH Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation on Wednesday.

Tourism

151 Iranian artifacts to return from China after ‘Land of Kindness’ exhibit

TEHRAN – Following an extended loan exhibition in China aimed at strengthening cultural ties, Iran is arranging the return of 151 artifacts to the country, a senior cultural heritage official announced on Saturday.
Iranian Ashiq music tradition struggles for survival amid calls for greater support

ZANJAN - The centuries-old tradition of Ashiq music in northwestern Iran remains a vital expression of regional identity and oral history, but a number of performers and enthusiasts say stronger institutional support is needed to preserve the art form for future generations.
Isfahan says restoration of war-damaged historic buildings 80% complete

TEHRAN - Restoration work on Isfahan’s historic buildings damaged during the recent war with the US and Israeli regime has reached 80% completion, with most structural repairs expected to be finalized within two weeks, a municipal official said on Saturday.

International

NATO grapples with its unraveling under Washington’s predatory hegemony

TEHRAN — The official communiques emerging from the NATO foreign ministers’ gathering in Helsingborg, Sweden, spoke of enhanced burden sharing and a stronger, fairer alliance. Behind those anodyne formulations lies a transatlantic partnership in an advanced state of political decomposition.
Hezbollah’s war media footage shakes Israel

TEHRAN – While the Zionist regime relentlessly broadcasts graphic scenes of devastation in Lebanon, how did Hezbollah successfully turn war media into a pivotal and powerful battlefield weapon?
Disgusting remarks against Sumud activists

TEHRAN — Israeli Transport Minister Miri Regev has boasted about the mistreatment of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla detained by Israel, saying that “prison is the place for terrorism supporters”.

Iran tells Asim Munir it distrusts the US and warns of a far stronger response if war resumes under the cover of diplomacy