Tehran Times

2026-11-01 19:49
By Ehsan Etesam

Good Nuclear, Bad Nuclear

Europe's nuclear hypocrisy: Why is Iran expected to remain defenceless?

TEHRAN- After decades of lecturing Iran over its nuclear programme, European powers are embracing nuclear deterrence, participating in simulated nuclear warfare and even contemplating the development of their own atomic weapons. The question is no longer simply whether Iran's nuclear programme is peaceful, but why the rules of international security appear to apply differently to Tehran and European capitals.
- Iran questions France’s nuclear double standards

By Ehsan Etesam

America’s next battlefield innovation: Preparing the graves before the war

TEHRAN - America's military supremacy apparently comes with a new logistical priority: making sure there are enough graves when the bombs stop falling. As Washington continues to promise victory in its next great confrontation, the US Army is busy rehearsing how to bury the casualties. One wonders whether Americans were ever told this was part of the plan.
Immediate, effective, with no geographical limitation

Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei outlines Iran’s response strategy to a possible next enemy attack in a meeting with senior military commanders.

TEHRAN — Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, the Leader and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, held a meeting with senior commanders of the Iranian Armed Forces, in which he laid out Iran’s doctrine for responding to any renewed military or terrorist aggression.
Araghchi: Iran has no plans for talks with US until its conditions are met

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said Iran has no plans to hold talks with the United States under the current circumstances, stressing that Tehran will consider direct or indirect negotiations only after Washington accepts its conditions.
International artists and intellectuals call for protection of Iranian civilians

TEHRAN — A group of artists, writers, academics and cultural figures from various countries has called for the protection of Iranian civilians and unrestricted access to humanitarian assistance, stressing that ordinary people must not bear the cost of political and military objectives.
By Batool Subeiti

Washington's shrinking room for maneuver in West Asia

LONDON -- The current situation is too complex to be summarized in a few brief points, as what is unfolding goes far beyond a direct military confrontation between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran and its allies on the other.

Politics

Iranian army warns US against renewed military adventurism, says war could spread across region

TEHRAN — Iranian Army Spokesman Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia has warned the United States against launching another military adventure in the region, stressing that any renewed aggression would expand the geographical scope of war and its consequences would not remain under Washington’s control.
VP orders formation of five specialized committees to prepare for ECO summit in Tehran

TEHRAN — First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has ordered the formation of five specialized committees, covering cultural, tourism, diplomatic, economic, and political affairs, to coordinate preparations for hosting the upcoming summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) in Tehran at the highest possible level.
Canada’s support for UAE claim to Iranian islands violates UN Charter, Tehran says

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has condemned Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s support for the United Arab Emirates’ claim to three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf, describing Ottawa’s position as a blatant contradiction and a violation of the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter.

Sports

Shahshahani seizes silver in 2026 Youth Olympic Games

TEHRAN – Swimmer Parsa Shahshahani claimed Iran’s first medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games on Sunday.
Nokhodi wins silver in 2026 World Wrestling Championships

TEHRAN – Mohammad Nokhodi of Iran won a silver medal in the 2026 World Wrestling Championships on Sunday.
Former Iran midfielder Alidoosti passes away

TEHRAN - Hamid Alidoosti, a former Iranian international footballer, has passed away at the age of 70 on Sunday after battling cancer in recent months.

Culture

Iranian team makes IDFA 2026 trailer

TEHRAN – The official campaign trailer for the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) 2026 has been made by an Iranian team.
Major Iranian singers, orchestras take stage across country this week

TEHRAN- A series of concerts featuring prominent Iranian singers, musicians and orchestras is underway across the country, with performances scheduled in Tehran and several other cities through November 6, offering audiences a diverse lineup of live music in the coming days.
What’s in art galleries

Maad Gallery is currently playing host to an exhibition of paintings by Maahyar Charmchi. The exhibit named “Meat Grinder Symphony” will continue until November 20 at the gallery located at 3 Kooh Peykar St., Fallahi St., Zaferaniyeh neighborhood.

Economy

Iran's economy has capacity to overcome war pressures: economic analyst

TEHRAN- An economic analyst, emphasizing Iran's economic capacity to overcome the pressures caused by war and to revive production and employment, stated: "Erosive bureaucracy and delays in decision-making have prevented the utilization of the country's economic power."

Society

Iran among 30 countries with rare blood preservation technology

TEHRAN - Iran is among only 30 countries worldwide with the technology to preserve rare blood types for 10 to 30 years through glycerol-based cryopreservation, and is the only country in the region with this capability, according to the head of the Iran Blood Transfusion Organization (IBTO).
Iranian tech firms showcase innovations at exhibitions in Russia, China

TEHRAN – Iranian knowledge-based companies have participated in two major international exhibitions, Kazan Digital Week in Russia and Aquatech China, showcasing their technological capabilities and exploring opportunities to expand international cooperation and business ties.
Tehran, New Delhi hold talks to deepen ties in technology sector

TEHRAN – Iran and India have discussed ways to expand cooperation in information and communication technology (ICT), promote specialized exchanges, and strengthen coordination in international forums.

Tourism

Practical conservation workshop held at ruined Sassanid palaces

TEHRAN - A practical training workshop on emergency conservation and restoration at the Palace of Ardashir and Qal'eh Dokhtar (“Maiden Castle”) near Firuzabad, southern Iran, has brought together heritage conservation specialists and university students to provide hands-on experience in protecting historic structures.
Qeshm launches multimedia documentation project to preserve island’s intangible heritage

TEHRAN - Qeshm Island has launched a multimedia documentation project to record and preserve its indigenous knowledge, oral history and intangible cultural heritage, with the aim of passing the island’s traditional knowledge and cultural practices on to future generations.
Sasanian-era rock carvings of human hands discovered in Marvdasht

TEHRAN - Archaeologists have identified previously undocumented Sasanian-era rock carvings depicting human hands without accompanying figures in the historic Marvdasht Plain in Fars province, southern Iran.

International

Washington's shrinking room for maneuver in West Asia

LONDON -- The current situation is too complex to be summarized in a few brief points, as what is unfolding goes far beyond a direct military confrontation between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran and its allies on the other.
Can the US wage a swift military operation against Iran?

TEHRAN – Israeli media are still trying to determine whether Trump favored Netanyahu ahead of the Knesset elections or sought to contain him.
A minority in their homeland who have been facing discrimination and state violence

TEHRAN - “Palestinian citizens of Israel,” also known as the “Palestinians of 1948” or “Palestinians inside Israel” have been subjected to discrimination and violence at the hands of successive Israeli governments.