Tehran Times

2026-07-07 21:00
The tide of mourners reaches Qom

The coffin of Iran's martyred Leader was transferred to the holy Iraqi city of Najaf following a magnificent and historic funeral in Qom

Tehran - Millions of grief-stricken mourners from across Iran and beyond converged on the holy city of Qom on Tuesday to bid farewell to the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in a majestic display of national unity, unwavering loyalty, and steadfast commitment to the path he championed throughout more than three decades of leadership.
- Millions of mourners stream through Tehran as national funeral procession honors martyred Leader

Iraq prepares for historic farewell as millions expected to honor Iran’s martyred Leader

TEHRAN– The journey of farewell for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, entered a new chapter on Tuesday as his body left the Iranian holy city of Qom for Iraq, where millions are expected to gather in the sacred cities of Najaf and Karbala to pay their final respects before his burial in Mashhad.
By Syeda Farheen Naqi Mossavi

River of tears: A nation's defiance and a superpower's confusion

HAFIZABAD, Pakistan — Millions poured into every corner of the capital, Tehran. Their tears were wetting the ground as they were bidding farewell to their beloved martyred Leader. This is not merely a funeral procession. This is a declaration of a nation rising as one, showing the world that no pressure, no threat from any foreign power can break the will of the Iranian people. The sheer scale of this gathering has left global observers breathless and sent chills down the spines in Washington.
By Xavier Villar

The funeral in Tehran that the West cannot explain

MADRID - Every history is a narrative: an attempt, from a specific political present, to answer how that present relates to the pasts it reconstructs and the futures it anticipates. There is no neutral way to tell it. Composing a historical discourse is an interpretive, aesthetic, moral and political exercise, and it is so even before a single fact has been discussed.
By Garsha Vazirian

The transactional rot of NATO predators in Ankara and 'Euroslopulism'

TEHRAN — Far from a triumphant display of transatlantic resolve, the 36th NATO summit at Ankara's Be?tepe Presidential Compound lays bare an alliance in structural decay.
Brutal and regular torture of Dr. Abu Safiya is horrible

Abu Safiya is violently tortured for treating Palestinians injured in the Gaza war

TEHRAN - Hussam Abu Safiya, who was the director of the Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza until he was detained by Israeli forces, is fearing for his life.

Politics

Growth of Iran’s peaceful nuclear program driven by martyred Leader’s vision, AEOI chief says

TEHRAN — Iran’s peaceful nuclear achievements were made possible through the strategic vision, steadfast guidance, and unwavering support of the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, according to Mohammad Eslami, Vice President and head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI).
Iran rejects IMO draft, defends legal position on Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN – Iran has formally rejected a draft proposal before the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, describing it as politically motivated, legally unfounded, and beyond the Council’s technical mandate, while reaffirming that navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains open under safety and security coordination measures.
Iran FM: Talks on final deal with US will not begin unless threats end

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stressed that Iran will not commence talks with the United States on a final agreement unless Washington ends its threats against Tehran.

Sports

FIFA or "Animal Farm"

TEHRAN – Football should never forget the controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun after FIFA apparently broke its own rules by allowing the U.S. striker to play against Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16.
Iran defeat Egypt in Sitting Volleyball World Championship warm-up

TEHRAN – Iran's men's national sitting volleyball team made an impressive start to their preparations for the World Championship by defeating Egypt in straight sets in a friendly match ahead of the tournament in China.
Iran come 12th at AVC Girls' U18 Volleyball Championship

TEHRAN - Iran lost to Hong Kong 3-2 (25-23, 19-25, 18-25, 25-16, 12-15) at AVC Girls' U18 Volleyball Championship 11th-12th place on Tuesday.

Culture

Art, cultural programs held across Tehran for Martyr Leader

TEHRAN – Deputy for Artistic Affairs of the Tehran Municipality's Arts and Cultural Organization, Mohammad Khorasanizadeh, explained a series of literary, visual arts, musical, and theatrical programs that were held alongside the farewell and funeral ceremonies for the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, in Tehran from Saturday to Monday.
Artists from Iran, Lebanon, Yemen create mural in Tehran

TEHRAN - Coinciding with the farewell and funeral ceremonies of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the international event “Abna al-Sayyid” (children of the Sayyid) was held in Tehran, organized by the Art Bureau.
Iranian singer Mostafa Ragheb facilitates release of 10 inmates of unintentional crimes in Yazd

TEHRAN- In observance of the mourning period of Muharram, renowned Iranian singer Mostafa Ragheb has donated four billion rials (approximately $2,300) to facilitate the release of 10 prisoners convicted of unintentional crimes in Yazd.

Economy

Mining in thought of Martyr Leader; from capacity, advantages of mining to replacing oil

TEHRAN- The head of the board of directors of the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization (IMIDRO), stating that one of the most important axes of the Martyr Leader's economic thought is dedicated to the position of mining in the resistance economy, wrote: Perhaps the most prominent part of his views is his repeated emphasis on replacing oil with mining. In his view, the country's mines, possessing rare and valuable reserves, are one of the best options for achieving this goal. Of course, this substitution will only be possible if the value chain is developed.
Wheat production to reach 13.5 million tons this year

TEHRAN- It is projected that the country's wheat production will reach approximately 13.5 million tons in the Iranian calendar year 1405 (starting March 2026).
Development of alternative Persian Gulf routes continues

TEHRAN- The Director General of Logistics and Support at the Iran Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) said that bottlenecks along alternative transportation routes are being resolved, and that further development of these corridors requires cooperation among domestic agencies as well as agreements with neighboring countries.

Society

From family to work: Martyred Leader’s instructions on Iranian-Islamic lifestyle

TEHRAN – Over the past decade, no other topics have been emphasized by the martyred Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in his statements regarding the future of society more than the ‘Iranian-Islamic lifestyle’.
Iran discusses fostering ICT ties with Iraq, Pakistan, Oman

TEHRAN – The head of the Information Technology Organization of Iran, Mohammad-Mohsen Sadr, has held separate meetings with Iraqi, Pakistani, and Omani officials to discuss ways to enhance collaborations between Iran and these countries in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector.
Seven countries to attend Iran’s FIRA Open Competition

TEHRAN - More than 1,000 participants from seven countries are set to take part in the 13th edition of the Federation of International RoboSports Association (FIRA) Open Competition, scheduled to be held in Tehran from July 17 to 24.

Tourism

Sanandaj Church: A testament to faith, history, and Kurdish heritage

TEHRAN - Hidden within one of the oldest quarters of Sanandaj, the capital of Iran's Kordestan province, Sanandaj Church stands as a remarkable symbol of religious coexistence, cultural diversity, and architectural beauty.
Historic plaza in Isfahan to undergo restoration

TEHRAN – Authorities in Isfahan have approved a restoration and revitalization project for the historic urban plaza facing the renowned Abbasi Hotel, a landmark that forms part of the city's rich architectural and cultural heritage.
Chabahar launches restoration of historic neighborhood

TEHRAN – Chabahar authorities have launched the restoration of its historic Sorkh Rig neighborhood as part of a broader strategy to preserve the southeastern Iranian port city's historical identity, cultural heritage and indigenous architecture, the council's chairman said.

International

The transactional rot of NATO predators in Ankara and 'Euroslopulism'

TEHRAN — Far from a triumphant display of transatlantic resolve, the 36th NATO summit at Ankara's Be?tepe Presidential Compound lays bare an alliance in structural decay.
Brutal and regular torture of Dr. Abu Safiya is horrible

TEHRAN - Hussam Abu Safiya, who was the director of the Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza until he was detained by Israeli forces, is fearing for his life.
The clenched fist and the geometric fusion of Resistance

TEHRAN — The bodies lay at Tehran's Imam Khomeini Grand Mosalla on July 3; yet another spectacle was the people paying their respects.