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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- The day Carter broke US ties with Iran

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

Iran, Morocco futsal teams settle for draw: Riyadh 2025

TEHRAN – Iran and Morocco futsal teams shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw in Group B of the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Tuesday.
Azerbaijan sweep Iran’s women’s volleyball: Riyadh 2025

TEHRAN – Azerbaijan’s women’s volleyball team eased past Iran 3-0 (25-11, 25-16, 26-24) at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Tuesday.
Alireza Jahanbakhsh signs for FCV Dender EH

TEHRAN - Iranian international winger Alireza Jahanbakhsh has joined Jupiler Pro League side FCV Dender EH.

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

Iran, Oman move to accelerate PTA implementation, sign industrial committee MOU

TEHRAN – Iran and Oman have agreed to accelerate the implementation of their preferential trade agreement and expand industrial cooperation through a newly formed bilateral industrial committee, according to Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO).
China sees Iran as an attractive investment destination

TEHRAN – Chinese companies view Iran as an appealing destination for industrial investment, said Tan Kai, President of the Iran Federation of Overseas Chinese Association, during a forum on economic cooperation opportunities between the two countries.
17th bitumen, asphalt, machinery exhibition opens in Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran’s 17th Bitumen, Asphalt and Machinery Exhibition opened on Tuesday, bringing together 54 domestic companies for a three-day event hosted by the Road, Housing and Urban Development Research Center.

Society

DOE attends Lebanon, Azerbaijan conferences on combating SDSs, climate change

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has participated in international conferences in Lebanon and Azerbaijan, expounding on activities to deal with sand and dust storms and climate change.
‘BRICS should capitalize on IRCS expertise’

TEHRAN – Marco Fernandes, the Brazilian representative at BRICS Civil Council, has highlighted the need to benefit from the experiences and knowledge of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS).
Iran hosts annual meeting on Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria

TEHRAN –The annual meeting on the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria was held from October 29 to 31 in Sari, Mazandaran Province, both in person and online.

Tourism

Iran is not what Western media depicts, Indian ambassador says

TEHRAN - In an exclusive interview with the Times of Tehran on Saturday, the Indian ambassador to Iran urged greater efforts to correct what he called a “distorted image” of Iran shaped by Western media.
Zaveh, an emerging agritourism destination in northeast Iran

TEHRAN — Zaveh county in northeast Iran has the potential to become a leading agritourism destination thanks to its high-quality saffron and vast areas dedicated to the cultivation of this valuable crop, a local official has said.
Minister highlights sustainable village employment through ecotourism resorts

TEHRAN — Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has emphasized the importance of sustainable rural development, stressing that villages should remain vibrant through initiatives such as ecotourism resorts.

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