Tehran Times

2025-07-19 21:28
By Soheila Zarfam

The new US drones made in Iran

The cloning of Iranian Shahed drones comes after years of US dismissal of Iran's military advancements

TEHRAN – Iran's military development is a singular story. Few nations can claim to have independently transformed their military capabilities as dramatically as Iran has in just four and a half decades.

By Sahar Dadjoo

Legal front opens in Global South to challenge Israeli impunity

TEHRAN - A decisive shift is underway regarding the international community’s posture toward the Gaza crisis. A coalition of countries is moving beyond rhetoric to impose targeted sanctions on Israel.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Security-judicial meeting in Beirut on Syrian prisoners

BEIRUT — Amid escalating pressure from the HTS–led regime to extradite Syrian prisoners from Lebanon, President Joseph Aoun held a second security meeting to address the issue.
By Shahrokh Saei

Truce or trap: Israel’s ceasefire in Syria signals deeper hegemonic agenda

TEHRAN — A newly announced ceasefire between Syria and Israel—brokered in the aftermath of an Israeli military escalation—has thrown into sharp relief the Tel Aviv regime’s relentless pursuit of regional dominance in West Asia.
By Seyed Ehsan Khandoozi, Former Minister of Economy

National independence

Why did Israel’s attack unite Iran instead of dividing it?

TEHRAN – For many foreign observers, a critical question remains: Why did Israel’s attack on Iran foster unity among the country’s political and social factions? Despite seven years of crippling inflation and dissatisfaction with different governments’ performance, why did the attack not trigger mass protests?
Pezeshkian: Iranians defeated the enemy with their unity and sacrifice

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has praised the nation’s resilience in the face of recent aggression by the Zionist regime, saying the people have defeated the enemy through their unity and unwavering support for the country.

Politics

Iran never desires war but remains ‘prepared’ as truce is ‘fragile’: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran was left with no choice but to defend itself against unprovoked Israeli aggression, emphasizing that while Iran never desired war, it remains fully prepared for any scenario as the current pause in hostilities remains fragile.
Iran condemns EU’s ‘moral hypocrisy’ on Israeli aggression against Syria

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has issued a scathing critique of the European Union’s response to the Israeli regime’s latest airstrikes in Syria, denouncing Brussels for “gaslighting at its finest” by characterizing the attacks as merely 'escalating strikes' rather than acts of aggression.
Former US Security Adviser says attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites were unnecessary

TEHRAN – The former U.S. National Security Adviser has admitted that the Trump administration’s decision to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities was unnecessary and counterproductive, especially at a time when Tehran was ready to accept a long-term diplomatic deal.

Sports

Iran advance to AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026

TEHRAN - Iran defeated Jordan 2-1 in Group A of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 Qualifiers on Saturday to confirm their ticket to the Finals.
France defeat Iran in 2025 VNL Week 3

TEHRAN – 2024 Olympics champion France defeated Iran in straight sets (26-24, 25-16, 26-24) in the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) Week 3 Saturday night.
Iran lose to Pakistan in 2025 Asian U16 Volleyball Championship final

TEHRAN – Pakistan came from two sets down to beat Iran 3-2 (22-25, 21-25, 30-28, 25-21, 15-10) in the 2025 Asian Men's U16 Volleyball Championship final on Saturday.

Culture

Tehran exhibition honors Hazrat Abbas (AS)through Ghahve-Khaneh paintings

TEHRAN – The “Mir-e Alamdar” exhibition, centered on Hazrat Abbas (AS), the brother of Imam Hussein (AS) and the standard-bearer of the Imam's group during the battle of Ashura in 680, inaugurated in Tehran’s Arasbaran Cultural Center on Friday.
Iranian director to restage “Glengarry Glen Ross” in Tehran

TEHRAN- Iranian director Farid Rahmati plans to restage an adaptation of American playwright and filmmaker David Mamet’s play “Glengarry Glen Ross” at Da Theater Hall in Tehran on July 30.
Tarantino’s nonfiction book “Cinema Speculation” published in Persian

TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the nonfiction book “Cinema Speculation” by American filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Economy

SATBA advances construction of 1,000 solar power plants to boost grid stability

TEHRAN - Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) has reported significant progress in the construction of 1,000 local solar power plants, each with a capacity of 3.0 megawatts, as part of a nationwide effort to expand clean energy infrastructure and enhance grid efficiency.
National Iranian Drilling Company ready to play a more prominent regional role

TEHRAN- National Iranian Drilling Company, a subsidiary of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC), is a key player in Iran's oil and gas industry, responsible for drilling operations.
Iran-Armenia trade approaches $1b as economic, tourism ties grow

TEHRAN - Bilateral trade between Iran and Armenia has reached nearly $1.0 billion, reflecting deepening economic ties between the two neighbors, according to Iran’s ambassador to Yerevan.

Society

National document on quantum science, technology put into effect

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared the implementation of the ‘national document on quantum science and technology’.
WHO verifies Iran's elimination of measles, rubella in 2023

TEHRAN – The regional verification commission for measles and rubella (RVC MR), affiliated with the World Health Organization (WHO), has verified the elimination of the two diseases in the country in 2023.
Iranian students shine at International Mathematical Olympiad

TEHRAN – Iran grabbed two gold medals, three silver medals, and a bronze medal at the 66th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO 2025), held from July 10-20 in Australia.

Tourism

Tehran to host meeting of UNESCO-affiliated centers

TEHRAN - Iran has officially been selected to host the 2026 annual meeting of UNESCO Category 2 Centers active in the field of intangible cultural heritage.
Iranian photog wins honorable mention at Canadian festival

TEHRAN - Amirhossein Honarvar, an Iranian photographer, has gained an honorable mention at the 2nd Fine Shot Photo Salon in Canada for his image of a traditional Giveh shoemaker at work.
Iraqi Airways resumes flights to Iran’s Rasht airport after a one-month hiatus

TEHRAN – Iraqi Airways has resumed its weekly flights to Rasht Airport in Iran’s Gilan province after a nearly one-month suspension caused by the recent 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel.

International

Legal front opens in Global South to challenge Israeli impunity

TEHRAN - A decisive shift is underway regarding the international community’s posture toward the Gaza crisis. A coalition of countries is moving beyond rhetoric to impose targeted sanctions on Israel.
Security-judicial meeting in Beirut on Syrian prisoners

BEIRUT — Amid escalating pressure from the HTS–led regime to extradite Syrian prisoners from Lebanon, President Joseph Aoun held a second security meeting to address the issue.
Truce or trap: Israel’s ceasefire in Syria signals deeper hegemonic agenda

TEHRAN — A newly announced ceasefire between Syria and Israel—brokered in the aftermath of an Israeli military escalation—has thrown into sharp relief the Tel Aviv regime’s relentless pursuit of regional dominance in West Asia.

The cloning of Iranian Shahed drones comes after years of US dismissal of Iran's military advancements

Why did Israel’s attack unite Iran instead of dividing it?