Tehran Times

2025-10-06 22:05
By staff writer

Two years on: How ‘Al-Aqsa Storm’ redefined Palestinian cause

TEHRAN – The second anniversary of Hamas’ surprise military operation in southern Israel has reignited global debate over its origins, consequences, and political meaning.
- Global Awakening
- “With Al-Aqsa Storm: From Beginning to Final Victory” photo exhibition opens in Tehran

By Ali Hamedin

Our DNA feels Palestine’s pain: Irish illustrator

TEHRAN-For more than 700 days, a small strip of land has endured some of the most savage assaults in human history—attacks not waged against warriors, but against women and children who, even if left untouched by bombs, would slowly be claimed by the dagger of hunger, sacrificed to the true masters of a regime that proclaims itself “chosen by God.”
By Matin Jamshidi

Humiliation after two years of futile war on Palestinians fighters

TEHRAN - Today marks the second year that Israel is fighting Palestinian rebels in Gaza. The war began as Hamas launched a surprise attack on southern Israel. Israel’s response to the attack has been unimaginably disproportionate.
By Garsha Vazirian

Rubble’s grim ledger: Two years of devastation and reckoning in Gaza

THERAN – On October 7, 2023, Hamas and allied Palestinian groups launched an unprecedented multi-directional operation — known as the Al-Aqsa Storm — breaching the Gaza–Israel boundary, killing roughly 1,200 people in Israel, and carrying about 251 captives into Gaza.
By Wesam Bahrani

Europe turns against Israeli occupation regime

TEHRAN – Mass pro-Palestine protests across Europe reflect Israel’s deepening isolation in Western public opinion.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Syria: Fake democracy on the ruins of a divided nation

BEIRUT—Syria witnessed elections to elect two-thirds of the members of the new People’s Assembly in a celebratory media spectacle.

Politics

IRGC chief inspects Persian Gulf units ahead of potential new war with Israel

TEHRAN – The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corp (IRGC) says the IRGC’s naval troops will respond, with full force, to any move by the enemies in the Persian Gulf.
Sanctions deepen Iran’s economic pressure but strengthen its strategic independence, says economist

TEHRAN – This is the second part of Tehran Times’ exclusive interview with Prof. Dr. Mohammad Reza Farzanegan on the activation of the snapback mechanism and the broader impact of renewed UN sanctions on Iran.
From Tehran to New York; Ayatollah Khamenei’s flag in the hands of Gen Z

TEHRAN – The Hoover Institution, affiliated with Stanford University in the United States, has been one of the main centers of anti-Iranian discourse production in recent decades.

Sports

Iran’s NOC President meets World Rowing chief

TEHRAN – Mahmoud Khosravai Vafa, President of Iran’s National Olympic Committee (NOC), held a meeting with Jean-Christophe Rolland, head of the World Rowing Federation, in Lausanne, Switzerland on Tuesday.
PGPL suffers from low quality and draw overload

TEHRAN - The 2025 season of the Iran’s Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) has exposed serious concerns about the quality and competitiveness of top-flight football in the country.
Iran squad named for friendlies against Russia and Tanzania

TEHRAN – Iran football team head coach Amir Ghalenoei has called up 26 players to the national Team for two friendly matches against Russia and Tanzania.

Culture

Our DNA feels Palestine’s pain: Irish illustrator

TEHRAN-For more than 700 days, a small strip of land has endured some of the most savage assaults in human history—attacks not waged against warriors, but against women and children who, even if left untouched by bombs, would slowly be claimed by the dagger of hunger, sacrificed to the true masters of a regime that proclaims itself “chosen by God.”
“National Theater Live: Yerma” to be shown at IAF cinematheque

TEHRAN – The cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran will show the 2017 filmed theater “National Theater Live: Yerma” directed by Simon Stone and Tony Grech-Smith on Wednesday.
Iran presenting over 500 titles at 7th Sulaymaniyah International Book Fair

TEHRAN – Iran is participating in the 7th Sulaymaniyah International Book Fair in Iraq with over 500 titles on various topics.

Economy

Iran, Astrakhan expand cooperation in industry, energy, logistics

TEHRAN – Iran and Russia’s Astrakhan region are strengthening cooperation in trade, industry, energy and logistics as part of efforts to enhance connectivity along the International North–South Transit Corridor (INSTC), Iran’s Consul General in Astrakhan said.
South Korean ambassador hails Markazi Province as industrial hub, eyeing deeper co-op

TEHRAN – The South Korean Ambassador to Iran Kim Junpyo has praised Markazi Province’s industrial capacity, saying it has become a highly attractive destination for investment with over 3,000 manufacturing units already established there.
Iran announces major gas, oil discovery at Pazan field

TEHRAN – Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced a significant hydrocarbon discovery at the Pazan field, located in southern Fars Province, that could add an estimated 10 trillion cubic feet (Tcf) of natural gas to the country’s reserves. The find follows an eight-year dormancy in exploration at that field, he said.

Society

Intl. Organization for Migration lauds Iran’s services to Afghan refugees

TEHRAN – The Senior Advisor to the Director-General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Kim Eling, has appreciated the efforts of the country in hosting and providing services to Afghan refugees.
IRCS, ICRC underline rapid humanitarian aid in Gaza

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have emphasized the need to facilitate the unimpeded flow of humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
‘Children, joy of life’: Iran marking National Children’s Week

TEHRAN – National Children’s Week is being observed nationwide from October 7 to 13, with the theme ‘children, joy of life’.

Tourism

Commission established to engage expatriates in tourism and Iranology

TEHRAN — Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced the formation of a new commission to engage the Iranian diaspora in promoting tourism and the study of Iranology.
Endowment Organization, Cultural Heritage Ministry form joint working group

TEHRAN — Mehdi Khamoushi, director of the State Endowment and Charity Affairs Organization, announced the establishment of a joint working group with the Ministry of Cultural Heritage. He described the collaboration as a crucial step toward preserving and restoring Iran’s sacred sites and historical monuments.
Niavaran Complex to host ‘Journey to the Past’ educational event for children

TEHRAN – A special educational program titled “Journey to the Past” will be held at the Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex in Tehran, aiming to introduce children and teenagers to Iran’s rich history and cultural heritage.

International

Humiliation after two years of futile war on Palestinians fighters

TEHRAN - Today marks the second year that Israel is fighting Palestinian rebels in Gaza. The war began as Hamas launched a surprise attack on southern Israel. Israel’s response to the attack has been unimaginably disproportionate.
Rubble’s grim ledger: Two years of devastation and reckoning in Gaza

THERAN – On October 7, 2023, Hamas and allied Palestinian groups launched an unprecedented multi-directional operation — known as the Al-Aqsa Storm — breaching the Gaza–Israel boundary, killing roughly 1,200 people in Israel, and carrying about 251 captives into Gaza.
Europe turns against Israeli occupation regime

TEHRAN – Mass pro-Palestine protests across Europe reflect Israel’s deepening isolation in Western public opinion.