Tehran Times

2026-02-09 21:44
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh

47 years of resistance

Iran's revolution continues to thrive despite decades of plots and pressure by US

TEHRAN – In November 1979, only months after the Islamic Republic was formally established through a national referendum in which Iranians overwhelmingly voted to reshape their political system, Imam Khomeini addressed a crowd in the city of Qom.
- All under one flag
- ‘Maximum’ participation in the face of maximum pressure

Ayatollah Khamenei: Iranians to affirm loyalty to Islamic Republic on Bahman 22

TEHRAN — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Monday praised the Iranian nation’s steadfastness and unity, saying the annual 22nd of Bahman rallies continue to demonstrate the country’s power, independence, and ability to thwart foreign pressure.
By Garsha Vazirian

‘Pizza,’ power, and the pedophile blueprint

How Epstein files validate Pizzagate horrors and expose the ritualistic rot of the Western elite

TEHRAN – The recent release of 3.5 million pages of the final Epstein tranche—bringing the total cache to nearly 7 million—is not merely the latest chapter in a sordid scandal. It is an autopsy of a dying empire, the terminal diagnosis of a Western elite class that has traded its soul for the dark currency of ritualistic abuse and geopolitical blackmail.
Pezeshkian says Oman-mediated talks offer fair solution if US shows respect

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian says the latest indirect talks between Iran and the United States, held in Oman, offer a real opportunity for a just and mutually acceptable resolution of the nuclear issue, provided Washington abandons pressure and excessive demands.
$Trump, Greenland, and the fracturing of globalization$
By Wesam Bahrani

Trump, Greenland, and the fracturing of globalization

TEHRAN – Donald Trump’s repeated talks about taking control of Greenland were widely mocked at first.
FM, military chief brief parliament on nuclear talks, defense capabilities

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and Chairman of the General Staff of the Armed Forces Major General Abdorahim Mousavi attended a closed-door session of Parliament on Monday that focused on the latest developments in the country’s foreign policy domain, especially the trend of talks between Iran and the United States, and the status of Iran’s defense capability.

Politics

Iran to unveil its first radar satellite soon

TEHRAN - The head of the Iranian Space Agency says the aviation body will soon unveil its first radar satellite.
America is putting a brave face on defeat

LONDON - America is in the midst of a rampage, behaving like a bully unleashed upon a city—looting and destroying without restraint. It is driven by deep-seated fear and a systemic lack of security. The world’s bully wants to preserve an empire that can no longer be maintained, and no one restrains it, because excess power in the hands of the fearful can reach the height of foolishness. It is a case of fleeing forward as a result of a real crisis.
Epstein files, war calculations, and the deeper conflict with Iran

BEIRUT—In principle, no direct causal relationship exists between the Epstein scandals and any American decision to wage war against Iran. Initially, the release of the documents followed a legal and institutional process distinct from the military posture adopted by Washington amid rising regional tensions.

Sports

Iran handball sets sights on future goals, Pakdel says

TEHRAN – Alireza Pakdel, head of Iran handball federation, is prioritizing long-term development over short-term results.
Iran's Futsal: a flawed victory sounds continental alarm

TEHRAN - Iran's national futsal team secured their 14th AFC Asian Cup in 2026, yet this hard-fought triumph feels less like a celebration of dominance and more like a stark warning.
Iran’s Greco-Roman team win 2026 Zagreb Open

TEHRAN – Iran’s Greco-Roman team claimed the title of the 2026 Zagreb Open Sunday night.

Culture

“Life in War” photo exhibition spotlights Iranian resilience during 12-Day War

TEHRAN- The closing ceremony of the “Life in War” event, along with the inauguration of its photo exhibition, was held at the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran on Sunday.
Press TV contributor detained ahead of pro-Palestinian event

TEHRAN- British authorities have apprehended Latifa Abouchakra, a London-based journalist and contributor to Press TV, in what appears to be part of a broader effort targeting pro-Palestinian activism.
Neil Simon’s “The Prisoner of Second Avenue” on stage at City Theater

TEHRAN – Tehran’s City Theater is staging the 1971 American black comedy “The Prisoner of Second Avenue” written by Neil Simon at its Qashqai Hall.

Economy

Tehran to host intl. conference on rail, road corridor investment

TEHRAN – Tehran is set to host an international conference on investment and financing opportunities of rail and road corridors on February 14, organized by the Ministry of Transport and Urban Development, officials said on Tuesday.
Iran’s gas exports to Turkey rise to over 8b cubic meters in 2025

TEHRAN – Iran’s natural gas exports to Turkey grew by about 16 percent in 2025, reaching more than 8.17 billion cubic meters, according to the latest data cited by Eurostat.
7 port projects launched in Hormozgan to boost container capacity

TEHRAN – Seven maritime and port projects were inaugurated in the southern province of Hormozgan, including key developments at Shahid Rajaee Port, aimed at expanding container capacity and upgrading strategic equipment, state media reported.

Society

Iran among top 10 countries in regenerative medicine

TEHRAN – With the approval of six new advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs), Iran has showcased breakthroughs in regenerative medicine, improving the country’s global ranking from 12 to 7.
DOE restoring four wetlands across country

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is reviving four wetlands, namely Bamdej in southwestern Khuzestan province, Gomishan in northern Golestan province, Arjan in southern Fars province, and Quri Gol in northwestern East Azarbaijan province.
National men’s health week to be marked

TEHRAN – The health ministry will observe the national men’s health week from February 20 to 26 to raise awareness on the importance of men's health among the public and policymakers.

Tourism

Official highlights Isfahan’s potential as West Asia medical tourism hub

TEHRAN - Isfahan has the capacity to become a medical tourism hub not only in Iran but across West Aisa, a provincial tourism official said on Wednesday.
North Khorasan has capacity to become standalone tourism destination, official says

TEHRAN - North Khorasan province has the capacity to become a complete tourism destination on its own, a senior tourism official said during a one-day visit to the province.
Tehran, Baku consider reopening passenger border crossings

TEHRAN - Iran and Azerbaijan are considering reopening of passenger traffic across their shared border following talks between senior officials, Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts said on Saturday.

International

‘Pizza,’ power, and the pedophile blueprint

TEHRAN – The recent release of 3.5 million pages of the final Epstein tranche—bringing the total cache to nearly 7 million—is not merely the latest chapter in a sordid scandal. It is an autopsy of a dying empire, the terminal diagnosis of a Western elite class that has traded its soul for the dark currency of ritualistic abuse and geopolitical blackmail.
$The boomerang of division: Israel's fractured leadership and Gaza's unbroken will$
The boomerang of division: Israel's fractured leadership and Gaza's unbroken will

TEHRAN – The Hamas attack on October 7, 2023 exposed serious failures in Israel’s security system and laid bare deep divisions within the Israeli political and military leadership.
Smuggling, sovereignty, and transitional power: The Lebanese–Syrian border after Assad

BEIRUT — The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government did not bring an end to smuggling between Syria and Lebanon. Instead, it transformed its logic, scale, and actors.

Iran's revolution continues to thrive despite decades of plots and pressure by US

How Epstein files validate Pizzagate horrors and expose the ritualistic rot of the Western elite