Tehran Times

2025-03-17 22:15
By Mona Hojat Ansari

Trump breaks character as he strikes Yemen, threatens Iran

TEHRAN – The United States renewed strikes against Yemen on Saturday, marking an opening salvo of assaults under President Donald Trump who had said in his inaugural address that contrary to his predecessor Joe Biden, he would act as a “peace-maker”.
- It is an illusion that U.S.-UK attacks can deter Yemen
- Anglo-American attacks on Yemen are making Ansarullah stronger

By Batool Subeiti

Power and persistence: The shifting dynamics of West Asia in the Trump era

LONDON - The future direction of West Asia remains uncertain, but one fundamental principle holds: power determines survival. Those who lack strength—whoever they may be—will not endure, including the Israeli occupation. Meanwhile, the strong will consolidate their position.
By Wesam Bahrani

Yemen targets USS Harry Truman Aircraft Carrier

TEHRAN – The Yemeni Armed Forces have announced that they successfully targeted an American aircraft carrier for the second time within just a few hours.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Washington’s open interference in selecting Lebanon’s central banker

BEIRUT — In continuation of the recent U.S.-led Israeli military attacks on Lebanon and following the election of Joseph Aoun as President of the Republic and the appointment of Nawaf Salam as Prime Minister, American pressure on Lebanon is escalating in an attempt to “undermine” the influence of Hezbollah and its allies.
President Pezeshkian meets senior military commanders to discuss defense, security

TEHRAN – In a significant engagement with the country’s military leadership, President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics on Sunday evening, where he held discussions with high-ranking commanders of Iran’s Armed Forces.
“Inevitable” revenge for deadly US raids on Yemen

Ansarallah pledges to make Americans repent for electing Trump

TEHRAN – American and British airstrikes on Yemen have resulted in the deaths of more than 30 civilians and left at least 100 others injured.

Politics

Pezeshkian hails Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal in call with Armenian PM

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has welcomed the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, calling it a significant step toward regional stability.
Iran will not start war but will respond to threats with force: IRGC chief

TEHRAN – The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has reaffirmed that while Tehran has no intention of initiating a war, it will respond forcefully and decisively to any threats or acts of aggression.
Iran urges West to acknowledge role in 1988 Halabja chemical attack

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Ministry is using the 37th anniversary of the Halabja chemical attack to remind the world of the atrocity and its lasting impact.

Sports

Tractor return top of PGPL

TEHRAN – Tractor football team edged past Gol Gohar 2-1 Sunday night to return top of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
Iran come third at Karate 1-Premier League

TEHRAN – Iranian athletes captured one gold medal, two silvers, and two bronzes at the 2025 Karate 1-Premier League in Hangzhou.
Hassan Yazdani: I want 2028 Olympics gold medal

TEHRAN - Prominent freestyle wrestler Hassan Yazdani is determined to win a gold medal at the upcoming Olympic Games.

Culture

Three Iranian short films to vie at Fribourg International Film Festival

TEHRAN-Three short films from Iran will compete in the 39th Fribourg International Film Festival (FIFF), set to be held from March 21 to 30 in Fribourg, Switzerland.
Resistance Film Festival delegation arrives in Baghdad for cultural exchange

TEHRAN- A delegation from the 18th edition of the Resistance International Film Festival, led by Mohammad Ali Shojaei Fard, the deputy secretary of the festival, arrived in Baghdad on Saturday with a mission to enhance cultural and artistic exchanges between Iran and Iraq.
International screenings of “Woolina and the No Birds” continue

TEHRAN- The Iranian animated film “Woolina and the No Birds” co-directed by Hossein Saffarzadegan and Meisam Hosseini has been screened in Vietnam, Iraq, Pakistan, and Armenia.

Economy

Iran exports $17m worth of tea; Russia, India top destinations

TEHRAN – Iran has exported 13,000 tons of tea worth $17 million over the past 11 months, with Russia and India as the main destinations, the head of the Iran Tea Organization said.
Iran exports commodities worth $95.3m to Kyrgyzstan in 10 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported commodities valued at $95.322 million to Kyrgyzstan in the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), the spokesperson for the Trade Development Committee of the House of Industry, Mining, and Trade announced.
Daily gasoline consumption expected to reach 135m liters during Nowruz

TEHRAN – Iran’s daily gasoline consumption is expected to hit 135 million liters during the Nowruz holidays, up from the current 124 million liters per day, the head of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) said.

Society

Tehran to host first symposium on AI in health

TEHRAN –The first symposium on artificial intelligence in health, with a focus on smart hospitals, is planned to be held in Tehran in the summer.
Shiraz, St. Petersburg universities conducting joint research projects

TEHRAN –Shiraz University and St. Petersburg University are conducting ten collaborative research projects.
Rainfall drops by 36% in current water year

TEHRAN – From the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2024) till March 14, precipitations across the country amounted to 96.6 mm, indicating a 36-percent decrease compared to 152.4 mm recorded in the same period last year, according to the Metrological Organization.

Tourism

Nowruz in Tehran embraces tranquility amidst urban splendor

TEHRAN - As Nowruz approaches, Tehran’s hustle and bustle gives way to serene tranquility, offering visitors a unique perspective on the Iranian capital.
Kish Island to host new museum dedicated to Islamic heritage

TEHRAN - A historical building on Kish Island is set to be converted into a museum dedicated to showcasing Islamic-era relics and arts following a newly signed agreement between the Dafineh Museums Group and the Kish Free Zone Organization.
UNESCO-listed Nowruz celebrated at Persepolis with Central Asian diplomats

TEHRAN – A multinational Nowruz remembrance was held at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Persepolis, bringing together ambassadors from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan to celebrate the ancient Persian New Year.

International

Power and persistence: The shifting dynamics of West Asia in the Trump era

LONDON - The future direction of West Asia remains uncertain, but one fundamental principle holds: power determines survival. Those who lack strength—whoever they may be—will not endure, including the Israeli occupation. Meanwhile, the strong will consolidate their position.
Yemen targets USS Harry Truman Aircraft Carrier

TEHRAN – The Yemeni Armed Forces have announced that they successfully targeted an American aircraft carrier for the second time within just a few hours.
Washington’s open interference in selecting Lebanon’s central banker

BEIRUT — In continuation of the recent U.S.-led Israeli military attacks on Lebanon and following the election of Joseph Aoun as President of the Republic and the appointment of Nawaf Salam as Prime Minister, American pressure on Lebanon is escalating in an attempt to “undermine” the influence of Hezbollah and its allies.