Tehran Times

2026-08-30 17:01
“Ummah of Ahmad” celebration highlights Islamic unity

TEHRAN — A major public celebration titled “Ummah of Ahmad” was held in Tehran on Sunday to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) and the Islamic Unity Week.
- “Narrative of Mercy” art event underway in Tehran

Leader: US, Israel 'sworn enemies' of Muslim unity and friendship

TEHRAN — Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, issued a resolute call for solidarity across the Islamic world, emphasizing that the hostile policies of Western imperialism threaten all regional states.
Iran’s unity led to defeat of US and Israel in three wars: Hezbollah chief

TEHRAN — Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem has said Iran’s national unity and steadfastness enabled the country to defeat the United States and Israel in three wars against the Islamic Republic.
By Kurosh Alyani

Master Marc Lynch and the decline of empire

TEHRAN — Marc Lynch has written an article in Foreign Affairs titled “The End of the American Middle East”. Its very first paragraph opens with a sentence that, only a few years ago, would have been almost impossible to imagine appearing in that magazine.
Iran’s Leader: Any action undermining social cohesion is prohibited

TEHRAN- Iran’s Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, has stressed the importance of preserving national unity and social cohesion, saying that any action or statement that undermines social cohesion is prohibited.
By Fardin Molaei

Oman understanding does not mean Hormuz reopening: Iran

TEHRAN- Iran has sought to temper expectations over a new understanding with Oman on navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, saying the arrangement does not amount to an immediate reopening of the strategic waterway.

Politics

40th Islamic Unity Conference wraps up in Mashhad with calls for regional resistance and solidarity

TEHRAN — The 40th International Conference on Islamic Unity concluded on Sunday in the northeastern city of Mashhad, bringing together hundreds of Muslim scholars, elites, and prominent Shia and Sunni figures from around 40 countries.
Iran rebuilds defense-industrial capacity after recent conflicts: Defense Ministry

TEHRAN — Iran is moving to replenish strategic weapons stocks and expand its defense-industrial capacity following two recent conflicts, with the Ministry of Defense focusing on production resilience, indigenous technology and lessons learned from combat, Defense Ministry spokesman Brigadier General Reza Talaei-Nik said.
Senator Elizabeth Warren calls Trump ‘the most corrupt president ever in American history’

TEHRAN — US Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren has delivered a scathing critique of President Donald Trump, labeling him "the most corrupt president ever in American history" and accusing major energy corporations aligned with his administration of reaping vast financial gains from the military conflict against Iran.

Sports

Bagherpour happy with Iran’s performance in Asia

TEHRAN - Iran women’s national volleyball team middle blocker Soudabeh Bagherpour said the team put on a strong performance against the continent’s top sides at the Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship.
Iran lose to Philippines at FIBA World Cup Asian qualifier

TEHRAN – The Philippines rallied past Iran 68-56 to complete a crucial sweep in the fourth window of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers on Sunday before a packed crowd at Mall of Asia Arena.
Iran finish fourth in 2026 AVC Women Asian Continental Championship

TEHRAN - Iran’s women’s national volleyball team finished fourth at the 2026 AVC Women Asian Continental Championship after suffering a straight-sets defeat to Japan (25–21, 25–16, 26–24) in the third-place playoff.

Culture

French puppeteer Philippe Genty to hold session at Tehran-Mobarak Intl. Puppet Theater Festival

TEHRAN – The specialized session “A Stage for a Dream,” taught by the renowned French puppeteer Philippe Genty and his assistant Eric Lambla de Sarria, will be held on Friday at the City Theater Complex in Tehran as part of the 21st Tehran-Mobarak International Puppet Theater Festival.
Sliman Mansour, iconic voice of Palestinian art, passes away at 79

TEHRAN- Palestinian painter Sliman Mansour, whose work became closely identified with the land, heritage and collective memory of Palestine, died on Monday following a prolonged illness, according to his family. He was 79.
“Narrative of Mercy” art event underway in Tehran

TEHRAN- The “Narrative of Mercy” (“Revayat-e Rahmat”) art event, featuring performances by artists from the fields of music, theater and traditional arts, is underway at Tehran’s City Theater Complex as part of Islamic Unity Week celebrations.

Economy

Iran's agricultural production reaches 137 million tons

TEHRAN- The Deputy Agriculture Minister for Cultivation Affairs stated that while the agricultural sector plays a fundamental role in ensuring the country's food security, agricultural production has risen from approximately 130 million to 137 million tons despite drought, water resource constraints, sanctions, and existing imbalances.
Drilling of wells in joint Balal field enters new phase

TEHRAN- The project manager of the joint Balal gas field development plan announced the completion of drilling for two wells in the field, stating that upon its commissioning, Iran's daily gas production capacity will increase by approximately 14 million cubic meters, offsetting part of the country's gas imbalance.
Operational plan to be prepared for building a ‘Stronger Iran’: economy minister

TEHRAN- The Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran stated: "A stronger Iran can be achieved through unity and empathy, and by making maximum use of the capacity of elites and the people."

Society

IRCS, ICRC hold TOT workshop on psychological support for specialist teams

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have organized a Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop on ‘Delivering Psychosocial Support for the Specialist Teams of the Iranian Red Crescent Society.’
Data-driven strategies to strengthen biodiversity conservation efforts

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is implementing a comprehensive range of conservation, scientific, legal and operational initiatives to strengthen the protection of wildlife species and habitats across the country based on a targeted and strategic approach, with priorities guided by data and scientific research.
Iran shines at International Earth Science Olympiad

TEHRAN – Iranian students concluded their participation in the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO 2026) in Italy with an impressive haul of two silver medals, six bronze medals and a top prize.

Tourism

New conservation and infrastructure projects underway at Persepolis

TEHRAN – A series of new conservation and infrastructure projects are underway at the UNESCO-registered Persepolis in southern Iran, including fencing of some 70 hectares of surrounding land, the director of World Heritage site has said.
‘Eagles’ Castle’ photo exhibition brings Alamut heritage to Tehran Metro

TEHRAN – A photo exhibition showcasing the historic and architectural features of Alamut and Lambsar castles has opened at Tehran’s Mirdamad Metro Station, following the inscription of Alamut Castle and Related Fortifications on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
Se Gonbad: A Seljuk-era tomb tower in the heart of Urmia

TEHRAN – Rising from the historic fabric of Urmia in northwestern Iran, the Se Gonbad Tomb Tower is one of the city’s most distinctive surviving monuments from the Seljuk period.

International

Master Marc Lynch and the decline of empire

TEHRAN — Marc Lynch has written an article in Foreign Affairs titled “The End of the American Middle East”. Its very first paragraph opens with a sentence that, only a few years ago, would have been almost impossible to imagine appearing in that magazine.
Settler rampages, military raids accelerate across West Bank

TEHRAN — Armed Israeli settlers backed by armed forces launched a series of violent rampages across the West Bank over the weekend, unleashing systematic terror against Palestinian civilians, foreign journalists, and human rights defenders.
How valid are U.S. commitments under Trump?

TEHRAN - Under Trump, America’s agreements increasingly appear conditional, reversible, and vulnerable to sudden policy shifts, raising fundamental questions about the credibility of U.S. commitments.