Tehran Times

2026-07-15 20:30
By Fardin Molaei

Missiles fired in Hormuz, ballots shaken in America

From the Strait of Hormuz to Capitol Hill: A war reshaping US politics

TEHRAN– Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced on Wednesday a sweeping new wave of military operations targeting US military infrastructure across the Persian Gulf, saying the strikes were carried out in retaliation for continued American attacks on Iranian territory and violations of the Iran-US Islamabad memorandum of understanding (MoU).
- Iran warns against further aggression, highlight strategic control and enhanced deterrence
- Hormuz locked: Iran crushes US military might

By Syeda Farheen Naqi Mossavi

The Strait of Hormuz: Iran's geographic destiny and strategic red line

HAFIZABAD, Pakistan - For centuries, the narrow blue artery that separates the Arabian Peninsula from the Iranian plateau has been more than a mere shipping lane. The Strait of Hormuz, at its slenderest point a mere 21 nautical miles across, has functioned as the world's petroleum lifeline, the chokepoint through which approximately a fifth of global oil consumption once flowed.
President Pezeshkian: National unity greatest asset to foil enemy designs

TEHRAN — Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has described “national unity” as the country's key asset to navigate challenges and thwart enemy plots. Pezeshkian made the comments during a cabinet session on Wednesday morning, where he called for avoiding divisive rhetoric and emphasized that safeguarding national solidarity is a collective responsibility.
Assembly of Experts demands retribution for martyred Leader

TEHRAN — Ayatollah Mohammad-Ali Movahedi Kermani, Chairman of the Assembly of Experts, said all planners and perpetrators behind the assassination of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, must be identified, prosecuted, and decisively punished.
Why are American families paying price for Washington's reckless Iran policy?

Renewed Iran strikes spike U.S. gasoline prices, expose energy independence myth

TEHRAN- The United States boasts the title of the world's largest oil producer, churning out over 13 million barrels of crude daily and exporting more than it imports. Only about 8 percent of U.S. imported oil comes from the Persian Gulf. By that arithmetic, one might assume that a military confrontation with Iran would barely register at American gasoline pumps.
By Mahnaz Abdi

Beyond exhibition: How Iran is securing its share of trillion-dollar halal market

TEHRAN- The global halal economy is no longer a peripheral niche. Valued well above two trillion dollars and expanding at a remarkable annual rate, it encompasses not only food and beverages but also pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, tourism, and financial services.

Politics

Iran condemns UK designation of IRGC

TEHRAN– Iran’s Army has strongly condemned the United Kingdom’s decision to designate the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist organization," describing the move as politically driven and reaffirming its unwavering solidarity with the IRGC in defending the country’s national security and sovereignty.
Iranian government: Over 30 civilians killed in recent US attacks

TEHRAN — Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated on Wednesday that more than 30 civilians have lost their lives in recent US strikes targeting southern Iran. In a statement published on the social media platform X, Mohajerani expressed her deepest condolences to the victims' families and pledged full government support for the affected communities in the region.
Iran slams Israeli war crimes in Gaza and West Bank

Iran has denounced Israel’s escalating attacks against the Palestinian people in Gaza and the West Bank, demanding international action to stop the killings and hold Israeli leaders accountable.

Sports

Iran lose to Ukraine at 2026 VNL Week 3

TEHRAN - Iran opened Week 3 of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) with a 3-1 (25-22, 25-21, 29-31, 25-19) on Wednesday.
Iran down U.S. at 2026 Sitting Volleyball World Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s men registered their fifth win at the 2026 Sitting Volleyball World Championships, beating the U.S. in straight sets (25-21, 25-15, 25-16) on Wednesday.
Iran names flag bearers for 2026 Asian Games

TEHRAN - Iran's National Olympic Committee has officially named Atousa Golshadnezhad, the reigning world karate champion, and Fazel Atrachali, captain of the national kabaddi team, as the country's flag bearers for the 2026 Asian Games.

Culture

Inaugural Global Poetry Award for Martyr Leader concluded

TEHRAN – The closing ceremony of the first Martyr Leader Global Poetry Award, aimed at commemorating the legacy and path of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei, was held on Monday at the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization in Tehran with the presence of cultural officials, intellectuals, and prominent international poets.
Iranian director to stage adaptation of Chekhov’s "Uncle Vanya"

TEHRAN- Iranian director Yousef Bapiri will stage an adaptation of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov’s play "Uncle Vanya" at Tehran’s Labkhand Theater Hall on Thursday.
Abbas Kiarostami to be commemorated at Cinema Museum

TEHRAN – The Nations’ Diplomacy Think Tank, concurrently with the official launch of its Cultural Diplomacy Department, in collaboration with the Cinema Museum of Iran, is hosting a special ceremony to commemorate the late Abbas Kiarostami, the prominent filmmaker and enduring figure of Iranian culture and arts.

Economy

Why are American families paying price for Washington's reckless Iran policy?

TEHRAN- The United States boasts the title of the world's largest oil producer, churning out over 13 million barrels of crude daily and exporting more than it imports. Only about 8 percent of U.S. imported oil comes from the Persian Gulf. By that arithmetic, one might assume that a military confrontation with Iran would barely register at American gasoline pumps.
Beyond exhibition: How Iran is securing its share of trillion-dollar halal market

TEHRAN- The global halal economy is no longer a peripheral niche. Valued well above two trillion dollars and expanding at a remarkable annual rate, it encompasses not only food and beverages but also pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, tourism, and financial services.
Iran showcases trade potential at China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing

TEHRAN — Iran strengthened its commercial presence in China by establishing a dedicated pavilion at the fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing, underscoring the growing strategic and economic partnership between the two countries.

Society

Technology transfer centers to accelerate rural development

TEHRAN – Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, has said that the projected inauguration of seven technology transfer centers will accelerate rural development.
OCHA condemns US attacks on Iranian relief centers, humanitarian infrastructure

TEHRAN - The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has condemned attacks by the United States and the Zionist Regime targeting Iranian relief workers, medical personnel, ambulances, and humanitarian infrastructure, stressing the need to uphold international humanitarian law and ensure the protection of aid workers and civilians.
Tehran, Jakarta hold webinar to bolster scientific-research ties

TEHRAN –The Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the Indonesia National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) conducted a joint webinar, titled ‘Advancing Iran-Indonesia Research Collaboration: Strategic Opportunities Ahead’, on Wednesday to explore avenues for the expansion of scientific and research cooperation between the researchers, scientists, and the scientific institutions of the two countries.

Tourism

Minister calls municipalities key partners in tourism development, historical district restoration

TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts on Tuesday said cooperation between the government and municipalities was essential for expanding tourism infrastructure and restoring historical urban districts.
Kazakhstan sees Iran’s Golestan as potential tourism destination

TEHRAN - Kazakhstan sees Iran’s Golestan province as a potential tourism destination, its consul general in Gorgan said during talks with provincial tourism officials on Wednesday aimed at expanding cooperation between the two sides.
Specialized travel media report major shift in tourism patterns

TEHRAN - Specialized tourism media outlets and international travel research institutions say travel patterns in 2026 are undergoing significant changes, with travelers increasingly seeking cultural experiences, lesser-known destinations, sustainable tourism options, artificial intelligence-based planning tools and event-driven travel.

International

The Strait of Hormuz: Iran's geographic destiny and strategic red line

HAFIZABAD, Pakistan - For centuries, the narrow blue artery that separates the Arabian Peninsula from the Iranian plateau has been more than a mere shipping lane. The Strait of Hormuz, at its slenderest point a mere 21 nautical miles across, has functioned as the world's petroleum lifeline, the chokepoint through which approximately a fifth of global oil consumption once flowed.
Bloodthirsty Netanyahu scrambling to save political career

TEHRAN – The chances of Benjamin Netanyahu, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza, remaining in power do not appear promising.
Rubio’s crusade to dismantle the ICC is a global confession of guilt

TEHRAN — Marco Rubio’s July 13 Wall Street Journal broadside reads like the frantic howl of an imperial political class that has lost control of the global narrative.

From the Strait of Hormuz to Capitol Hill: A war reshaping US politics

Renewed Iran strikes spike U.S. gasoline prices, expose energy independence myth