Tehran Times

2026-06-28 20:26
By Soheila Zarfam

‘US and Israel must be brought to justice for their crimes’

Leader tells Judiciary to pursue prosecution of US-Israeli officials responsible for 2025 and 2026 attacks

TEHRAN — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei has ordered Iran's Judiciary to pursue the prosecution of American and Zionist officials responsible for war crimes against the Iranian people, declaring that the restoration of the nation's violated rights is among the most urgent judicial matters facing the country.

Iran to respond more forcefully to MoU violations after 2nd night of fire exchange with US

TEHRAN - In a statement released following overnight strikes on at least eight U.S. military installations and the diversion of unauthorized vessels attempting to transit the Hormuz Strait via an unconfirmed route, the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) declared that it will hit American bases harder in the coming days and deal more decisively with ships attempting to pass through the strait without authorization.
Qalibaf: Iran seriously pursuing an end to Israel's war on Lebanon

TEHRAN — Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf announced on Sunday that Tehran is vigorously pursuing an end to the war in Lebanon, the restoration of Lebanese sovereignty, and the unconditional withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied territories, describing these objectives as central to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding signed with the United States.
Araghchi warns against foreign interference in Hormuz reopening

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned on Sunday that any foreign interference in Iran's management of the Strait of Hormuz would complicate efforts to restore maritime traffic and delay the reopening of one of the world's most strategically important waterways, as he held a series of high-level meetings in Baghdad focused on bilateral relations, regional security, and post-conflict diplomacy.
By Wesam Bahrani

How the Lebanese government advances Israel’s interests!

TEHRAN – The signing of the Pakistan-mediated memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Iran and the U.S. dealt a great blow to the Israeli regime’s expectations from the Lebanese-Israeli negotiations.
By Garsha Vazirian

Yemen will ensure the Somaliland scheme becomes a catastrophic trap for Israel

TEHRAN — Any temporary reduction of military hostility by Israel along its northern borders or toward Iran must not be misconstrued as a sign of regional peace. Driven by long-term schemes and intense domestic political crises, including the looming prospect of early Knesset elections, Benjamin Netanyahu remains structurally dependent on a perpetual state of warfare for his political survival.

Politics

Iran pledges to pursue accountability for Sardasht chemical attack

TEHRAN– Iran has reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing legal accountability for those responsible for the 1987 chemical bombardment of the northwestern city of Sardasht, with senior officials describing the attack as one of the gravest war crimes of the Iran-Iraq War and a lasting reminder of 'international double standards' over the use of weapons of mass destruction.
Iran to pursue US war crimes in int’l courts

TEHRAN – Iran's Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei said on Sunday that Tehran is determined to pursue legal action against ‘US war crimes against the Iranian nation,’ stressing that the Judiciary, in coordination with the Foreign Ministry and other bodies, is preparing cases for international courts.
The signature and the reservation

MADRID - The signing of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran marks a definitive rupture in the security architecture of West Asia, following months of protracted asymmetric conflict.

Sports

Iran defeat Cuba in 2026 VNL

TEHRAN - Iran ended Week 2 of the 2026 FIVB Men's Volleyball Nations League on a positive note with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Cuba in Pool 4 on Sunday.
Iran's World Cup dream ends in heartbreak

TEHRAN - In a cruel twist of fate, Iran narrowly missed out on a historic place in the World Cup knockout stage. Had just one of three results elsewhere gone in their favor, Team Melli would have reached the Round of 32 for the first time. Instead, every outcome worked against them.
Nenad Kljaić officially appointed Iran handball head coach

TEHRAN - Iran Handball Federation has officially appointed renowned Croatian coach Nenad Kljaić as the new head coach of the Iran men's national handball team.

Culture

“Burnt Breaths” photo exhibition opens in Tehran to mark Sardasht chemical attack anniversary

TEHRAN- Concurrent with the 39th anniversary of the chemical bombardment of Sardasht and the National Day of Fight against Chemical and Biological Weapons, the "Burnt Breaths" conference and photo exhibition officially opened at the Melal Cultural Center in Tehran on Sunday.
Adaptation of Sartre’s play “No Exit” to be staged at Iran Mall Black Box

TEHRAN – An adaptation of Jean‑Paul Sartre’s play “No Exit” will be staged at the Iran Mall Black Box performance hall on June 29.
Kiarostami’s “Certified Copy” to be shown at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival

TEHRAN – Abbas Kiarostami’s 2010 art film “Certified Copy” will be screened at the 60th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, which is set to be held from July 3 to 11 in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.

Economy

Iran-UAE trade reactivated

TEHRAN- The Deputy for Commercial Services of Iran's Trade Promotion Organization announced the reactivation of trade exchanges between Iran and the UAE via Jebel Ali Port, one of the most important ports in the southern Persian Gulf.
Iran, Kazakhstan sign $25m contract for establishing a logistics center at Shahid Rajaei Port

TEHRAN- The investment contract for establishing a logistics center of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the hinterland of Shahid Rajaei Port, in Iran’s southern Hormozgan province, was signed in a ceremony attended by the head of Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), and Ontalap Onalbayev, the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Tehran.
Iran, Azerbaijan discuss joint investment, greater use of border trade capacity

TEHRAN- The head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture and the head of the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs' Organizations of the Republic of Azerbaijan emphasized the expansion of joint investments between the two countries and making greater use of border trade capacity.

Society

Pakistan proposes setting up scientific working group with Iran

TEHRAN – The Pakistani Minister of State for the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Wajiha Qamar, met with the Iranian Minister of Science, Research, and Technology, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, proposing that the two countries establish a joint scientific working group.
AI education to expand from schools to universities

TEHRAN – The Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy has emphasized a comprehensive strategy to expand artificial intelligence (AI) education from schools to universities, highlighting the importance of strengthening AI-related training across the country.
Intl. Day of Tropics marks challenges, opportunities

TEHRAN – Marked on June 29, the International Day of the Tropics celebrates the extraordinary diversity of the tropics, highlighting challenges and opportunities tropical nations face.

Tourism

Iran minister announces memorial initiatives for Minab school attack victims

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, said on Sunday that the government plans to establish a national campaign to commemorate those martyred in the missile strike on Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary School in Minab, including the creation of a museum, a permanent secretariat and a nationwide cultural initiative.
Iran seeks larger share of Muslim health tourism market

TEHRAN – Iran should shift its medical tourism strategy from relying primarily on attracting foreign patients to exporting healthcare services, developing joint investments abroad and expanding regional partnerships, the head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce's tourism commission said during a meeting with industry representatives in the southern province of Fars.
French archaeologist cracks 4,000-year-old Elamite script from Iran

TEHRAN – French archaeologist François Desset has decoded the 4,000-year-old Linear Elamite writing system from ancient Iran, unlocking one of the last undeciphered scripts of the ancient Near East after years of research.

International

How the Lebanese government advances Israel’s interests!

TEHRAN – The signing of the Pakistan-mediated memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Iran and the U.S. dealt a great blow to the Israeli regime’s expectations from the Lebanese-Israeli negotiations.
Yemen will ensure the Somaliland scheme becomes a catastrophic trap for Israel

TEHRAN — Any temporary reduction of military hostility by Israel along its northern borders or toward Iran must not be misconstrued as a sign of regional peace. Driven by long-term schemes and intense domestic political crises, including the looming prospect of early Knesset elections, Benjamin Netanyahu remains structurally dependent on a perpetual state of warfare for his political survival.
Karbala, where resistance was born

HAFIZABAD, Pakistan - Muharram is not a month of grief; it is a school of resistance.

Leader tells Judiciary to pursue prosecution of US-Israeli officials responsible for 2025 and 2026 attacks