Tehran Times

2026-10-27 20:10
Maintain control of Hormuz, Leader insists in meeting with security chief

TEHRAN — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei met with Major General Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), for a review of the country’s situation across culture, politics, economy and security, and the region’s shifting order.

Pezeshkian calls for stronger gas cooperation, condemns US sanctions and military aggression

TEHRAN— Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on major natural gas producers to strengthen strategic and technical cooperation to safeguard global energy security, warning that unilateral sanctions and US military interventions in the Persian Gulf are destabilizing energy markets and threatening economic growth worldwide.
China to send special envoy to Middle East amid fears of conflict spillover

TEHRAN - China will dispatch a special envoy to countries in the Middle East and surrounding regions in the near future to strengthen diplomatic engagement, ease tensions, and prevent the ongoing conflict from spreading further, the Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday.
By Sahar Dadjoo

‘No Kings’ sees public mobilization as essential to defending US democracy, says American activist

Rebecca Winter discusses the role of mass protests, electoral participation and community organizing in challenging authoritarianism

TEHRAN- Rebecca Winter, executive director of Massachusetts 50501, is involved in organizing grassroots efforts to defend democracy and oppose authoritarianism in the United States. The movement, which emerged from a nationwide call for protests in February 2025, seeks to mobilize Americans through demonstrations, boycotts, voter participation and community action.
Iran opposes nuclear technology monopoly, calls for equal access to advanced technologies

TEHRAN — Iran has called for equitable global access to advanced nuclear technologies, urging the international community to eliminate discriminatory barriers, expand technical cooperation and strengthen protections for peaceful nuclear facilities.

Politics

Bagheri: Tehran quadrilateral meeting reflects Iran’s defense capabilities

TEHRAN — Ali Bagheri Kani, deputy for international affairs at the Secretariat of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, has described the quadrilateral meeting between Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan in Tehran as a product of the Iranian nation’s resistance and the courage of its Armed Forces, saying the gathering reflected a growing recognition among regional countries that 'lasting security must be built through cooperation and reliance on domestic capabilities.'
Araghchi holds separate calls with Egyptian, Jordanian and Turkmen counterparts

TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations with his Egyptian, Jordanian and Turkmen counterparts to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments and diplomatic efforts to promote stability and security.
Oman: No lasting Persian Gulf security without Iran’s participation

TEHRAN — Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi has called for an inclusive regional security framework bringing together Iran, Iraq and the six member states of the Persian Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), warning that any arrangement excluding Tehran would be inherently unstable and incapable of delivering lasting security.

Sports

Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestler Esmaeili wins gold at World Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestler Saeid Esmaeili from Iran won gold at the 2026 World Wrestling Championships Tuesday night.
Dadgar elected president of Iran’s Shooting Federation

TEHRAN – Ali Dadgar has been elected president of Iran’s Shooting Federation after securing a majority of votes in the federation’s electoral assembly.
Shabab Al Ahli more clinical in decisive moments: Bakhtiarizadeh

TEHRAN - Esteghlal head coach Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh said that the difference between his team and Shabab Al Ahli came down to two decisive goal-scoring moments, in which the Emirati side showed greater professionalism and managed to score.

Culture

Iran, Tajikistan to expand cultural cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Culture Minister Mohsen Javadi and the Minister of Culture of the Republic of Tajikistan Matlubakhon Sattoriyon emphasized the formation of a specialized working group to follow up and implement the two countries’ cultural agreements in the fields of printing and book publishing, translating literary works, and introducing the shared Persian-language heritage.
Baran Auction to showcase Iranian calligraphy, miniatures

TEHRAN – The fifth edition of Baran Auction, specializing in Iranian and Islamic art, will be held in Tehran on Friday, October 30, featuring works of traditional calligraphy and Persian miniature painting, including “The Third Feather” by the late Iranian master Mahmoud Farshchian.
Iran participating in 69th Belgrade International Book Fair

TEHRAN – The Islamic Republic of Iran is participating in the 69th Belgrade International Book Fair, which kicked off in the Serbian capital on October 23.

Economy

Iran, Belarus ink energy cooperation MOU

TEHRAN- A cooperation memorandum of understanding was signed between Abbas Aliabadi, Iran’s Minister of Energy, and the Belarusian Minister of Energy, aimed at establishing cooperation between the parties in the energy sector for mutual benefit.
Tehran, Doha discuss expansion of energy cooperation

TEHRAN- Iran’s Acting Oil Minister Hamid Bovard met with Saad bin Sherida Al-Kaabi, Qatar’s Minister of Energy, on Tuesday (October 27), on the sidelines of the eighth summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) held in Moscow, and discussed the development of Iran-Qatar cooperation in the energy sector.
Freight development, fleet productivity, service quality, top priorities of railways

TEHRAN- The CEO of the Railways listed the development of international rail transport, an increase in the movement of export cargo, faster wagon turnaround, improved safety, and higher quality passenger services as the company’s priorities.

Society

ICRC praises Iranian rescuers, pledges support for Red Crescent

TEHRAN – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has expressed readiness to strengthen cooperation with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and provide it with the necessary equipment, praising Iranian rescuers for their efforts during crises.
Health ministry, WHO hold TOT workshop on generating reliable mortality data

TEHRAN – The health ministry, in cooperation with the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office, has held a training-of-trainers workshop on cause of death determination and medical death certification.
National call launched to advance Persian medicine, herbal research

TEHRAN - Iran has launched a national call for scientific, research, and technology-based proposals in Persian medicine, medicinal plants, traditional pharmacy, and natural products, focusing on technological development, artificial intelligence (AI), international cooperation, and commercialization.

Tourism

‘Night of Iran’ highlights need for better global understanding of Iranian civilization

TEHRAN - Iran has yet to properly present its rich history and civilization to younger generations and the international community, the cultural heritage minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri underlined at an event titled “Night of Iran,” calling for a more comprehensive and historically grounded account of the country’s cultural, scientific and artistic achievements.
Farhangsara-ye Khorasan, a cultural hub rooted in Tehran’s history

TEHRAN – Farhangsara-ye Khorasan, or Khorasan Cultural Center, in southern Tehran is a place where people can take part in cultural activities, enjoy artistic programs and attend educational and social events. But what makes it especially interesting is its location in an area with a rich history.
Permanent handicrafts exhibition planned at Shams Tabrizi shrine in northwest Iran

TEHRAN - A permanent handicrafts exhibition themed around the spiritual and literary traditions of Shams Tabrizi and Jalal al-Din Rumi is planned at the shrine of Shams Tabrizi in Khoy, West Azarbaijan province, as part of efforts to promote local artisans and strengthen cultural tourism.

International

Lula defeats pro-Israel Bolsonaro, dealing Trump a major Latin American blow

TEHRAN — Brazilians re-elected Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Sunday, October 25, giving the 80-year-old leftist a fourth term and the Trump administration its most consequential defeat in the Western Hemisphere. Lula took 51.8 percent to Senator Flávio Bolsonaro’s 48.2, a lead of more than 4 million votes, three weeks after trailing by 2.2 million. No one had ever won Brazil’s presidency after finishing second in the first round.
Who is the Hebrew-speaking ‘fox applying for the henhouse guard job?’

TEHRAN — Having spent years whitewashing Abu Dhabi’s submission to Israeli interests, Lana Nusseibeh is now being promoted by her handlers to run the United Nations.
The Yemen mandate that was never asked for

TEHRAN – Yemen’s “recognized” government has international backing but was not elected, has no money of its own, and no control over its own forces.

Rebecca Winter discusses the role of mass protests, electoral participation and community organizing in challenging authoritarianism