Tehran Times

2025-06-18 14:17
'Any US military intervention will be met with irreparable harm': Leader

TEHRAN – In a Wednesday message, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei warned Washington against involvement in the ongoing Iran-Israel war, threatening severe consequences.
- Leader: Iran’s Armed Forces will leave Israel "helpless"

By Sahar Dadjoo

G7 tacitly backs Israel as aggressor

TEHRAN- The Group of Seven (G7), in their recent summit in Canada, once again laid bare the glaring double standards that underpin Western foreign policy, particularly in the volatile Middle East region.
Pentagon official axed after calling Israel 'death cult,' highlighting growing US dissent

TEHRAN – The Pentagon has removed Colonel Nathan McCormack from his sensitive advisory role after his scathing criticism of the Israeli regime, including labeling it a "death cult" and questioning if the United States acts as its proxy.
Iran’s nuclear facilities operating normally, says Atomic Chief

TEHRAN - The head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization says the country's nuclear facilities remain secure and fully operational, as international scrutiny intensifies following recent Israeli attacks on Iranian territory.
IRGC says Fattah missiles shattered myth of Zionist regime’s air defense invincibility

TEHRAN - The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps has said in a statement that the 11th wave of the retaliatory strikes on Israel included the first generation of Fattah hypersonic missiles, which have “shattered the myth of invincibility of the Zionist regime’s air defense systems”.
President Pezeshkian stresses national unity as key to overcoming any crise

TEHRAN— Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of national cohesion and public engagement during a cabinet session held on Tuesday, saying that with unity and solidarity, the country can overcome any crisis.

Politics

Parliament warns of historic retaliation following Israeli strikes on Iran

TEHRAN - The Iranian Parliament condemned recent Israeli attacks on Iranian soil and civilians, warning that a “severe and calculated response” awaits the regime in Tel Aviv—one that would serve as a “lesson in history.”
Netanyahu is notorious for killing women and children, Zahra Rahnavard says

TEHRAN — Prominent Iranian academic and political figure Zahra Rahnavard has strongly condemned recent Israeli military strikes on Iran, accusing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of violating international norms and targeting civilians, infrastructure, and scientists.
Iran urges global action in call with Poland over Israeli strikes

TEHRAN – In a phone conversation with Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned Israel’s recent military attack on Iran, calling it a blatant violation of international law and a serious threat to global peace and security.

Sports

Asian Gymnastics Union mourns loss of Iranian gymnast Hajimiri

TEHRAN - Asian Gymnastics Union mourns the loss of Tara Hajimiri, an 8-year-old Iranian gymnast whose life was tragically taken in the recent conflict.
Iran fall short against Germany at 2025 World Aquatics U20 Water Polo C’ships

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

Culture

Legendary Iranian character “Arash the Archer” depicted on new mural in Tehran

TEHRAN – A new mural at Vanak Square in Tehran was unveiled on Tuesday, depicting the legendary Iranian character “Arash the Archer” (Arash-e Kamangir in Persian) ready to shoot his arrow, with missiles launched in the background, and a verse about Iran.
Creative effort launched to promote Ashura culture through handmade crafts

TEHRAN- Iran’s Institute for Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults – Kanoon has announced the launch of a craft campaign titled "Gift of the Good Ones," aimed at promoting and deepening the culture of Ashura among its audience.
Iranian media campaign "Defense of Homeland" launched in response to Israeli aggression

TEHRAN- In the wake of the heinous aggression by the Zionist regime against the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran, a campaign titled "Defense of Homeland" has been initiated among media professionals.

Economy

Iran-China 2-month non-oil trade stands at $4.631b

TEHRAN - The value of non-oil trade between Iran and China stood at $4.631 billion 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).
Trade balance in Qeshm FTZ hits $37.8m in 2 months

TEHRAN - Iran’s Free Zones High Council announced that the trade balance of Qeshm Free Trade Zone, in the southern Qeshm Island, was $37.8 million positive in the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-May 21).
From mirage to reality: Bubble growth of Tel Aviv Stock Exchange index with political backing

TEHRAN- The Israeli Stock Exchange's TA-125 index has deviated from its long-term average and variance to an unprecedented extent, showing clear signs of the formation of a politically-backed price bubble.

Society

Iran denounces Israeli attacks as ‘destructive to environment, biodiversity’

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment has strongly condemned the recent Israeli attacks on fossil fuel tanks and storage facilities, saying it will be destructive to the natural environment and biodiversity.
45-year-old mother martyred in one step hugging her daughter

TEHRAN—Tabassom Pak, 45, was returning from work to her home near Sabounchi Street in Tehran on Sunday, June 15, to hug her 17-year-old daughter and tell her not to be afraid of the sound of war when she was martyred in her car.
Schools to become shelters by decisions of governors

TEHRAN—Spokesman of Education Ministry Ali Farhadi said that schools can be used as shelters. He told ISNA that school provide the area to be applied as shelters following air strikes of Zionist regime. But the Governor-General Offices should also cooperate in this regard, he added.

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)