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2025-10-13 21:45
By Garsha Vazirian
A Victim of the Banality of Evil
Saleh al-Jaafarawi: Who he was, and why Israel silenced his voice in Gaza
TEHRAN – Hannah Arendt’s phrase “the banality of evil” describes the terrible ordinariness of a system that makes atrocity routine. In Gaza this October, the phrase revealed itself in flesh and blood.
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Why did Iran choose to skip the Sharm el-Sheikh summit?
TEHRAN – U.S. President Donald arrived in Egypt Monday evening, essentially on a victory lap to celebrate what he claimed no one else could have achieved: a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, but one that virtually no one believes Israel can be expected to comply with in the long run.
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By Wesam Bahrani
Concessions, not military force, help free Israeli captives
TEHRAN – The Palestinian resistance movement said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his occupation army failed for two years to free its captives through military means and ultimately had to accept the resistance’s terms, acknowledging that the only path to their captives’ return was through a prisoner exchange and an end to the war of extermination.
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Iran, Israel, Arabs, and the policy of regional engagement
By Xavier Villar
MADRID – On Saturday, October 11, the publication of classified U.S. military documents by The Washington Post revealed a crucial aspect for understanding the current security dynamics in West Asia. Despite the high tensions that characterize the region and the public expressions of opposition to Israeli military operations in Gaza from many Arab states, a discreet network of military cooperation has emerged.
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By Minoo Khaleghi
The Nobel Peace Prize has lost its meaning
Jurist and researcher in international relations
TEHRAN - The Nobel Prize, established under the will of Alfred Nobel in 1901, was meant to be awarded annually to “the person or organization that has done the most or the best work for the benefit of humanity” in relation to peace. Yet from the very beginning, the interpretation of its criteria has rested in the hands of the Norwegian Committee, and its decisions — especially in politically sensitive cases — have repeatedly stirred controversy.
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By Sedigheh Hosseini
A bridge of shared values: Indonesia's Ani Nigeriawati on deepening ties with Iran
TEHRAN – In an exclusive interview with The Tehran Times, Ani Nigeriawati, the Director of Public Diplomacy at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, elaborated on the robust and multifaceted relationship between Indonesia and Iran.
Politics
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What Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman said at his weekly briefing
TEHRAN – Speaking at his weekly press briefing on Monday, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei reviewed the latest regional and international developments, including Iran’s diplomatic efforts on border security, regional mediation, and nuclear negotiations.
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Russia rejects UN-backed sanctions on Iran, says arms supplies will continue legally
TEHRAN – Russia has dismissed the United Nations’ recent decision to reinstate sanctions on Iran, declaring that Moscow does not recognize the move and will continue its legally approved military cooperation with Tehran.
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Iranians make plea for recapture of Persian Gulf islands of Aryana, Zarkooh
TEHRAN – A group of Iranian citizens have called for the liberation of the Iranian islands of Aryana and Zarkooh, which the United Arab Emirates (UAE) claims ownership of.
Sports
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Iran to compete at Dubai’s football tournament
TEHRAN - Iran national football team will compete in a four-team tournament during the FIFA International Window in mid-November.
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Iran’s Bakhtiar wins silver at 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championship
TEHRAN – Mohsen Bakhtiar of Iran won a silver medal at the 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championship underway in Cairo, Egypt on Monday.
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Iran’s Jafari snatches silver at 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championship
TEHRAN – Amir Jafari Arangeh of Iran claimed a silver medal at the 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championship underway in Cairo, Egypt on Monday.
Culture
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Iran participates in Iraq Gaming Expo (IGEX)
TEHRAN – Iran participated in the Iraq Gaming Expo 2025 (IGEX), the first national exhibition dedicated to video games in Iraq.
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Five Iranian books selected for 2025 White Ravens list
TEHRAN- The 2025 White Ravens Catalogue, compiled by Munich’s International Youth Library (Internationale Jugendbibliothek, IJB), includes five notable works by authors from Iran.
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Iranian short flick “Like A Secret” wins at India’s Pink City International Short Film Festival
TEHRAN – The Iranian short film “Like A Secret” by Saeed Zamanian won an award at the 12th Pink City International Short Film Festival, which was held in Jaipur, India, from October 1 to 12.
Economy
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INSTC seen as a path to greater regional integration, Iran’s transport minister says
TEHRAN – Iranian Minister of Transport and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh highlighted the International North–South Transit Corridor (INSTC) as a key driver of regional cooperation between Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia, calling it a platform for deeper connectivity in transport, transit, and energy.
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The invisible war: Baseless accusations as a weapon against Iran’s economy
TEHRAN- In the complex arena of international relations, economic stability is a cornerstone of national sovereignty. For the Islamic Republic of Iran, which has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of decades of external pressure, the growth of its non-oil exports represents a vital lifeline and a testament to its economic ingenuity.
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Iran, Switzerland private sectors seek deeper cooperation in non-sanctioned fields
TEHRAN – Iran and Switzerland’s private sectors are calling for stronger collaboration in non-sanctioned industries, emphasizing the key role of private enterprises in shaping future economic ties between the two countries.
Society
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UNICEF, WHO support vaccination programs in Iran
TEHRAN – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have supported the health ministry in procuring needed vaccinations and will help introduce new vaccines into the national immunization program.
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Disasters are not anymore natural; invest in resilience
TEHRAN – Disasters are not natural but the result of wrong decisions and mismanagement; funding for disaster risk reduction today will contribute to safety and resilience in the future.
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FAO highlights Iran’s strategic role in regional food production and agricultural innovation
TEHRAN – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Farrukh Toirov, recognized Iran’s strategic position in regional food production and agricultural innovation.
Tourism
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Promoting a ‘safe and beautiful Iran’ is key to tourism development: minister
TEHRAN — Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, underscored the importance of presenting an accurate and positive image of Iran on the international stage as the first step toward developing the country’s tourism industry.
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Golestan Palace implements smart water and solar energy management plans
TEHRAN — Golestan Palace, one of Tehran’s oldest and most historically significant palace complexes, is taking major steps toward sustainable resource management by introducing smart irrigation and exploring solar energy use.
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Restoration school launched in Tehran
TEHRAN – A restoration school has been launched at Iran’s Research Institute of Cultural Heritage, aimed at exploring material science and introducing modern analytical techniques related to cultural heritage conservation.
International
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A Victim of the Banality of Evil
TEHRAN – Hannah Arendt’s phrase “the banality of evil” describes the terrible ordinariness of a system that makes atrocity routine. In Gaza this October, the phrase revealed itself in flesh and blood.
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Concessions, not military force, help free Israeli captives
TEHRAN – The Palestinian resistance movement said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his occupation army failed for two years to free its captives through military means and ultimately had to accept the resistance’s terms, acknowledging that the only path to their captives’ return was through a prisoner exchange and an end to the war of extermination.
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Lebanon between Gaza truce and fiery messages
BEIRUT—West Asia is entering a pivotal stage following the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip brokered by US President Donald Trump. However, what appears to be the end of a bloody phase in the Strip opens the door to a highly sensitive phase for Lebanon.
Video Comment
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Culture minister highlights year of progress in arts, global image enhancement
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Gazan Journalists attacked by Israel
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Brother of Iranian scientist murdered in Israeli strike speaks out
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Footage shows Israel hit a kindergarten in Tehran
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Delegates and ambassadors from 28 countries visited the IRIB building
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Hadi Choopan comes second at 2025 Mr. Olympia
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Netanyahu's Putin-carried de-escalation message fails to sway Iran
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Iranians make plea for recapture of Persian Gulf islands of Aryana, Zarkooh
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Genocide — and Nothing Else
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Echoes of the Durand Line: Afghanistan and Pakistan at a crossroads
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Hezbollah organizes a massive scout gathering
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Trump and Rubio gunning for regime change in Venezuela
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Sanctions have limits; Iran is demonstrating that
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Exclusive: Israel’s military failures forced partial withdrawal from Gaza, Aleef Sabbagh says
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Araghchi discusses Afghanistan tensions with Pakistani counterpart
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Iran, China ink cooperation deal on wastewater projects
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Iran’s non-oil exports steady at $25.9b in H1, trade deficit narrows
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Trump's Gaza plan and Iran’s strategy
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Iran invites Malaysian investors to tap into mining sector opportunities
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Comprehensive border management plan reviewed in Iran’s Parliament