Tehran Times

2025-05-16 22:25
By Wesam Bahrani

Fresh wave of ethnic cleansing unfolds in Gaza

In three days, over 300 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza Strip

TEHRAN – The Israeli regime’s ongoing genocide in the Gaza Strip continues to result in mass civilian casualties amid international silence.

By Sahar Dadjoo

Merkel’s legacy: Building strong Israel-Germany ties in the 21st century

TEHRAN - Over the past two decades, Israel-Germany relations have evolved from a partnership based on Holocaust remembrance into a robust strategic alliance.
By Sim Zahra

Through the pen or the rifle

TORONTO - On March 18 2025, Naji Abu Seif, known as Abu Hamza, was martyred alongside his family. Abu Hamza was particularly one who kept the message of the Ahulbayt (a) alive, quoting their sermons in his speeches, and in the way he carried himself, constantly reminding the believers what our duty here on this earth is, pleasing God.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Lebanon’s choice is nothing but resistance to Israel

Implementation of the humiliating ‘May 17 Agreement’ would have transformed Lebanon into an Israeli colony

South Lebanon — Throughout successive phases of Lebanon’s history, the political oligarchy, imposed by the French mandate, falsely referred to the “decision of war and peace” as part of a plan to subjugate Lebanon, in favour of the Israeli occupation regime.
Tehran stresses commitment to dialogue as amid talks with E3 in Istanbul

TEHRAN – Senior Iranian and European diplomats held a round of political consultations on Friday in Istanbul, reviving nuclear diplomacy at a sensitive moment in the region’s geopolitical landscape.
IRGC chief hints at defense tech breakthrough: 'Revelation through action imminent'

TEHRAN – Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Commander-in-Chief, Major General Hossein Salami, has signaled an imminent transformation in the nation’s defense systems by announcing a top-secret technological breakthrough soon to be demonstrated on the field.

Politics

Istanbul talks reassess Europe’s role in evolving global diplomatic landscape

MADRID – On Friday, May 16, Iran resumed nuclear negotiations with the United Kingdom, France, and Germany—collectively known as the E3—in the Turkish city of Istanbul.
Sanctions relief would unlock ‘immediate’ nuclear agreement, Shamkhani says to NBC

TEHRAN – Ali Shamkhani, a political advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, delivered a public roadmap for U.S.-Iran reconciliation in an interview with NBC News, emphasizing Tehran’s readiness to formalize a nuclear agreement if Washington addresses the “Bibi effect.”
Tehran marks first anniversary of former president Raisi’s martyrdom

TEHRAN – A large crowd of citizens and top Iranian officials gathered in Tehran on Thursday to commemorate the first anniversary of the tragic death of Iran’s former president Ebrahim Raisi and his companions, who lost their lives in a helicopter crash last year.

Sports

Iranian photographer Darajati passes away

TEHRAN – Iranian photographer and cameraman Hamidreza Darajati passed away on Friday.
IPC official Strydom praises Iranian women Para athletes

TEHRAN – Ernesta Strydom, an IPC Technical Official, has commended the women of Iran's para athletic community.
Iran’s Sharifi snatches gold in 2025 Asian Weightlifting Championships

TEHRAN – Ayat Sharifi of Iran won a gold medal in the 2025 Asian Weightlifting Championships held in Jiangshan, China on Thursday.

Culture

Iran-Russia joint media cooperation working group held in Moscow

TEHRAN - The Iran-Russia Joint Media Cooperation Working Group was held in Moscow on Tuesday evening, with the participation of the Deputy Minister of Media and Advertising of Iran's Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance and the Deputy Minister of Communications and Mass Media of Russia.
Jon Fosse’s “The Other Name” available in Persian

TEHRAN - The Persian translation of the novel “The Other Name” written by Jon Fosse has been released in the Iranian bookstores.
What’s in Tehran art galleries

Saless Gallery is currently playing host to an exhibition of photos by Reza Daryakenari. The exhibition will be running until May 27 at the gallery that can be found at 148 Karim Khan Ave.

Economy

Pezeshkian inaugurates over $140m in projects during Kermanshah visit

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian inaugurated more than 70 trillion rials (over $140 million) worth of projects during a two-day visit to Kermanshah Province, as part of his sixth provincial tour since taking office.
Iran, EAEU implement free trade agreement, slashing tariffs

TEHRAN - Iran and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) have officially implemented a comprehensive free trade agreement, significantly reducing customs tariffs and expanding market access for both sides.
Gas pressure boosting project in South Pars launched

TEHRAN - Iran has officially launched its long-anticipated gas pressure boosting project at the South Pars field, the country’s largest natural gas reservoir, with energy officials emphasizing the need for strict timelines and private sector coordination to ensure its success.

Society

Iran has no capacity to host illegal refugees: interior minister

TEHRAN – Referring to the two million undocumented foreign nationals residing in the country, Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni highlighted that Iran has no capacity to host these refugees.
Dropout rate declines in schools over two years

TEHRAN – According to a report released by the Ministry of Education, the dropout rate has lowered from 1.97 percent in Iranian year 1401 (2022-2023) to 1.65 percent in 1403 (2024-2025).
Second phase of polio vaccination to be launched

TEHRAN – The health ministry is scheduled to implement the second phase of the polio eradication campaign in the country’s northern half from May 17 to 19.

Tourism

Ferdowsi remembered as guardian of Persian language

TEHRAN — The Iranology Foundation hosted a ceremony on Wednesday evening to mark Ferdowsi Day, gathering scholars, cultural experts, and literary enthusiasts to celebrate the enduring legacy of Persian language and literature.
Iran’s “Land of Kindness” draws over 300,000 visitors in China

TEHRAN — The “Land of Kindness” exhibition, showcasing relics from Iranian museums, has attracted over 300,000 visitors in China and garnered more than 100 million views on social media platforms.
Cultural heritage minister calls Ferdowsi architect of a borderless language

TEHRAN—Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has said the great poet Abolqasem Ferdowsi became the architect of a language which went beyond geographical borders of dialogue.

International

Merkel’s legacy: Building strong Israel-Germany ties in the 21st century

TEHRAN - Over the past two decades, Israel-Germany relations have evolved from a partnership based on Holocaust remembrance into a robust strategic alliance.
Through the pen or the rifle

TORONTO - On March 18 2025, Naji Abu Seif, known as Abu Hamza, was martyred alongside his family. Abu Hamza was particularly one who kept the message of the Ahulbayt (a) alive, quoting their sermons in his speeches, and in the way he carried himself, constantly reminding the believers what our duty here on this earth is, pleasing God.
Lebanon’s choice is nothing but resistance to Israel

South Lebanon — Throughout successive phases of Lebanon’s history, the political oligarchy, imposed by the French mandate, falsely referred to the “decision of war and peace” as part of a plan to subjugate Lebanon, in favour of the Israeli occupation regime.

In three days, over 300 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza Strip

Implementation of the humiliating ‘May 17 Agreement’ would have transformed Lebanon into an Israeli colony