Tehran Times

2025-06-17 11:46
IRGC strikes hit Aman, Mossad headquarters in Israel

TEHRAN - Missiles launched by Iran have struck various locations across the occupied Palestinian territories, with footage showing the Aman logistics center—part of the Israeli military intelligence complex in Glilot—still burning following the attack.
- Iran launches second missile strike Monday as war with Israel enters fourth day
- Iran missiles hit Israeli Weizmann Institute of Science

Islamic, Arab states censure Israel, demand ending attacks on Iran

TEHRAN – By issuing a joint statement, the foreign ministries of twenty-one Arab and Muslim nations have denounced Israeli strikes against Iran, urging the Zionist regime to abstain from targeting Iran’s nuclear facilities and reduce tensions in the region.
No military action can put an end to Iran’s capabilities, UK foreign minister warns

TEHRAN – British Foreign Minister David Lammy has warned that military action alone cannot neutralize Iran's capabilities, emphasizing the "grave danger for the region" and significant economic risks posed by the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
Majlis approves harsher punishment for collaborators with Zionist regime

TEHRAN –Alireza Salimi, a member of the Iranian Parliament (Majlis), has said a double-urgency bill has been approved to increase punishment for individuals who cooperate with the Zionist regime and hostile governments, ISNA reported on Tuesday.
Iran's High Council for Human Rights condemns Israeli attack on state TV headquarters

TEHRAN— The High Council for Human Rights of the Islamic Republic of Iran has issued a forceful condemnation of the Israeli regime's "criminal" attack on the headquarters of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB).
By Garsha Vazirian

Trump’s frenzied 'evacuation' threats and G7 retreat underscore his fear of Iran’s military might

TEHRAN — In a stark display of desperation, U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Iran on Tuesday, issuing incoherent threats on Truth Social while abruptly cutting short his appearance at the G7 summit in Canada.

Politics

Three killed, four injured as Israel hits checkpoint in Kashan

TEHRAN – The Zionist regime targeted a security inspection station in Kashan, central Isfahan province, on Tuesday morning, killing three individuals and injuring four others.
Second IRIB employee martyred in Israeli airstrike on broadcasting headquarters

TEHRAN– A second employee of Iran's Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) has been martyred following an Israeli airstrike on the broadcaster’s central headquarters in Tehran on Monday.
IRGC announces assassination of intl. chief, promises to fight until Israel’s destruction

TEHRAN - The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Sunday night issued a statement announcing the assassination of its top intelligence official in the Israeli aggression, promising to continue striking the Zionist regime until its “complete destruction.”

Sports

Iran Volleyball aim for resurgence in VNL Week 2

TEHRAN - The Iranian National Team arrive in Belgrade for Week 2 of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Nations League (VNL) with a mix of relief and renewed determination after securing their first victory against Ukraine in Rio de Janeiro.
I want to make history at 2028 Olympics: Mobini

TEHRAN – Reyhaneh Mobini, Iranian long jumper who secured gold at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea, expressed her ambition to make history at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Iran beat Kazakhstan at 2025 World Aquatics Men's U20 Water Polo Championships

TEHRAN – Iran beat Kazakhstan 16-9 at the 2025 World Aquatics Men's U20 Water Polo Championships on Monday.

Culture

Iranian music artists condemn Zionists’ attacks on homeland, emphasize unity, dignity

TEHRAN – Many Iranian musicians, singers, and composers have reacted to the Zionist regime’s attacks on Tehran and several other Iranian cities on social media, condemning the brutal attack and emphasizing the same themes: unity, dignity, and the inviolability of Iran’s soil, ISNA reported.
Celebrated veteran artists condemn Israeli aggression against Iran

TEHRAN – Over 100 distinguished veteran artists from various disciplines have issued a collective statement condemning the Zionist enemy’s aggression against Iran’s homeland.
Large murals in Tehran depict Iran’s readiness for retaliation against Israel’s aggression

TEHRAN – Following the Zionist regime's aggression against Iran and the response of the Islamic Republic to the aggressors, the major murals in Tehran have been changed.

Economy

Transit of goods via railway increases by 131% in Shahid Rajaei port

TEHRAN- As announced by Iran’s Port and Maritime Organization (PMO), transit of commodities via railway has increased by 131 percent in Shahid Rajaei port, in south of Iran, during the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-May 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
Iran exports non-oil products valued at $322m to Pakistan in 2 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $322 million to Pakistan during the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-May 21), according to the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).
Liquefied propane, natural gas major non-oil exported products in 2 months

TEHRAN- As announced by the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA), liquefied propane and natural gas were the major non-oil products Iran exported in the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21–May 21).

Society

We stand with Iranians in this difficult, uncertain time: UN office

TEHRAN – Following the recent Israeli terrorist attacks, the United Nations office in Iran has announced that it stands with the people of Iran in this difficult and uncertain time.
FDA: Don’t worry about medicine, supplies are enough

TEHRAN—Medicine as a strategic commodity can be a safe issue during crisis time. According to Mehr news agency, in recent days that Iran has witnessed attacks of Zionist regime in some parts, the issue of supplying vital drugs is of high importance. The patients are worried that the medicine will not reach them.
Latin American states denounce Israeli attacks on Iran, express solidarity

TEHRAN –Various Latin American heads of state and political groups have condemned the Zionist regime’s terrorist strikes against Iran, expressing solidarity with the Iranian nation.

Tourism

Israeli airstrikes near Taq-e Bostan threaten Iran’s ancient heritage

TEHRAN - Over the past two days (Saturday and Sunday), multiple Israeli missile strikes targeted areas within three kilometers of Taq-e Bostan, one of Iran’s most significant Sasanian-era archaeological complexes near Kermanshah.
Shams Tabrizi mausoleum gets major boost with new funding

KHOY, West Azarbaijan province – The Iranian government has allocated 30 trillion rials (approximately $375,000) to advance the long-delayed construction of the mausoleum of Shams Tabrizi, the famed Sufi mystic and spiritual mentor of the celebrated Persian poet Rumi.
Iran evacuates heritage amid Israeli air assault

TEHRAN - Facing an ongoing Israeli air campaign, Iran has undertaken an unprecedented emergency operation to safeguard its most valuable cultural treasures.

International

Lebanon and the US-led Israeli war against Iran

BEIRUT—Analysts are examining the extent to which Lebanon will be affected by the repercussions of the U.S.-led Israeli aggression against Iran, particularly the possibility of Hezbollah’s involvement in the battle and its consequences.
Israeli infantry caught in ambush

TEHRAN – Two occupation vehicles have been destroyed in the Gaza Strip, resulting in casualties.
China condemns Israel's 'military adventurism' against Iran; U.S. calls strikes 'excellent'

BEIJING - In a powerful demonstration of diverging global perspectives, China has strongly condemned Israel’s recent unprovoked strikes against Iran, labeling them as military adventurism. The condemnation comes as the United States openly praised the attacks, with President Donald Trump calling the airstrikes “excellent,” further fueling tensions in the already volatile West Asia (Middle East)