Tehran Times

2025-11-03 21:15
Ayatollah Khamenei: Iran-US conflict a deep-seated clash of interests

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei addressed the prospect of Iran-US normalization on Monday, saying the two countries represent two different currents, and that Washington must take several necessary steps before it can establish ties with Iran.
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By Shahrokh Saei

From Gaza to Darfur: Mossad’s strategic footprint in Sudan’s genocide

TEHRAN – As the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) consolidate control over western Sudan with the fall of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, questions are growing about the involvement of foreign actors—particularly Israel and the United States—in shaping the trajectory of the country’s civil war.
By Wesam Bahrani

Israel, U.S. fabricating a plot to justify attack on Iraq

TEHRAN – The American and Israeli regimes fabricate an Iraqi threat to justify aggression and destabilize regional stability.
By Garsha Vazirian

Gaza’s shadow over NYC: How a mayoral race turned into a moral referendum

Calling genocide by its name, Zohran Mamdani forced a reckoning and unleashed a fierce counterattack

TEHRAN – Zohran Kwame Mamdani, the Ugandan-Indian son of a postcolonial scholar who was born in Uganda, has done something the pundit class assumed impossible: his campaign dragged the once-distant politics of Gaza into the center of a New York mayoral election and forced voters to decide whether American power remains accountable.
Iran's military ready for stronger response to aggression, says IRGC chief

TEHRAN – On Monday, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) chief commander informed Iranian lawmakers that the country’s armed forces now possess superior defensive and offensive capabilities compared to those during the 12-day war fought against Israel and the United States in June.
What Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman said at his weekly briefing

TEHRAN – In his weekly press conference on Monday, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei addressed a broad range of domestic, regional, and international issues — from the ongoing genocide in Gaza and U.S. interference in regional affairs to Iran’s nuclear policy, water rights, and relations with neighboring and allied countries.

Politics

Another alleged Iranian spy arrested in Israel

TEHRAN – Israeli media report that a 23-year-old Israeli citizen, of Tubariya, has been apprehended on charges of spying for Iran in exchange for money.
Iranian MPs approve provisions to counter infiltration of foreign spy services

TEHRAN – The National Security and Foreign Policy Committee of Iranian Parliament has approved some provisions of a motion on countering the infiltration of enemies.
‘Same results for Israel— only worse’, Iran FM cites greater readiness than 12-day war

TEHRAN – Iran is fully prepared to defend itself against any aggression, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera published on Sunday, asserting that the country’s military, intelligence, and missile capabilities are stronger and more coordinated than ever.

Sports

Tractor edge Al Shorta at 2025/26 ACL Elite

TEHRAN - Tractor football club secured a second successive win in the AFC Champions League Elite 2025/26 after registering an edgy 1-0 victory against Al Shorta at the Yadegar-e-Imam Stadium on Monday.
The Spike of Silence: From power to prayer, the heartrending story of Kazemi

TEHRAN - One of Iran’s brightest volleyball stars, Saber Kazemi, went from lighting up arenas with his spikes to lying in a hospital room, fighting for life. His story is a haunting reminder of the human fragility behind the glory of sport.
Persepolis to face Tractor at 2025/26 Hazfi Cup Round of 32

TEHRAN – Tractor football team will host Persepolis at Round of 32 of the 2025/26 Iran’s Hazfi Cup.

Culture

Hans Zimmer film concert to be held in Tehran

TEHRAN – The film concert of Hans Zimmer’s musical works will be held at the Espinas Palace Hotel in Tehran on November 15 and 18.
Paytakht Junior Orchestra to showcase classical masterpieces at Roudaki Hall

TEHRAN- The Paytakht Junior Orchestra, under the guest conduction of Mahmoudreza Mirsayafi, will perform at Roudaki Hall in Tehran on November 7 and 8.
Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” on stage at Tehran theater

TEHRAN- Iranian director Javad Molania is staging an adaptation of William Shakespeare’s masterpiece “Macbeth” at Tehran Pardis Theater Complex.

Economy

Pezeshkian inaugurates 4 key water, power projects across Iran

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday inaugurated four major water and power projects nationwide via video conference, marking a new step in expanding Iran’s renewable energy capacity and improving water infrastructure.
Tehran hosting 25th intl. Industry Exhibition

TEHRAN – The 25th International Industry Exhibition has opened at Tehran’s Permanent International Fair Grounds, bringing together more than 300 Iranian and foreign companies to showcase the latest industrial technologies, equipment, and engineering solutions.
Iran, China stress creation of joint cooperative committee to boost economic ties

TEHRAN – Iran and China have agreed to form a joint cooperative committee to enhance collaboration in key economic sectors, including agriculture, mining, petrochemicals, and joint investment, officials from both sides said during a meeting in Tehran.

Society

Tehran to host Iran Smart City Exhibition and Conference

TEHRAN – The sixth Iran Smart City Exhibition and Conference will kick off tomorrow in Tehran and will wrap up on Friday.
Iran secures first place among Islamic nations in Leiden ranking

TEHRAN – The 2025 Leiden University ranking system has included 48 Iranian universities among the top 1,594 universities worldwide, up from 46 in 2024, ranking the country first among Islamic nations in terms of the number of universities for the second consecutive year.
Pasteur Institute of Iran holds intl. pandemic preparedness course in Pakistan

TEHRAN – The Pasteur Institute of Iran has organized a week-long international training course in Pakistan to enhance the pandemic preparedness capacity in addressing future health threats.

Tourism

Golestan Palace: centuries-old canal to be restored to revive Persian garden layout

TEHRAN – Restoration work on a historical water canal at Tehran’s UNESCO-listed Golestan Palace is set to begin after 13 years, as part of efforts to revive the traditional geometry of the Persian garden.
UNESCO recognizes Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha

TEHRAN--The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has recognized the two major Islamic holidays of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha at the 43rd session of UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand.
House of late Dr. Shariati even highlights Davarzan’s history and culture, governor says

TEHRAN – The house of the late Dr. Ali Shariati, the 20th-century Iranian revolutionary and sociologist renowned for his work on the sociology of religion, holds significance beyond being a historical monument, the governor of Davarzan has said.

International

From Gaza to Darfur: Mossad’s strategic footprint in Sudan’s genocide

TEHRAN – As the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) consolidate control over western Sudan with the fall of el-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur, questions are growing about the involvement of foreign actors—particularly Israel and the United States—in shaping the trajectory of the country’s civil war.
Israel, U.S. fabricating a plot to justify attack on Iraq

TEHRAN – The American and Israeli regimes fabricate an Iraqi threat to justify aggression and destabilize regional stability.
Gaza’s shadow over NYC: How a mayoral race turned into a moral referendum

TEHRAN – Zohran Kwame Mamdani, the Ugandan-Indian son of a postcolonial scholar who was born in Uganda, has done something the pundit class assumed impossible: his campaign dragged the once-distant politics of Gaza into the center of a New York mayoral election and forced voters to decide whether American power remains accountable.

Calling genocide by its name, Zohran Mamdani forced a reckoning and unleashed a fierce counterattack