Tehran Times

2025-11-18 21:11
By Shahrokh Saei

A Trojan Horse for Gaza

10 reasons the UN Gaza resolution masks injustice behind diplomacy

TEHRAN – The United Nations Security Council has approved a U.S.-drafted resolution on Gaza, hailed in Washington as a diplomatic breakthrough. But for Palestinians and many around the world, it's another failed plan—one that prioritizes policing over justice and control over freedom.
- U.S. proposal for Gaza: ‘Board of Peace’ or cover for occupation?

June attack against Iran a clear violation of UN Charter, Indonesian envoy tells Tehran Times

TEHRAN – In an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times newspaper, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to Iran His Excellency Rolliansyah Soemirat discussed the 75th anniversary of bilateral relations, calling for deeper cooperation while condemning the June attack on Iran as a breach of international law.
By Wesam Bahrani

New report exposes U.S. atrocities in Iraq during occupation

TEHRAN – More evidence has emerged revealing that U.S. troops carried out horrific civilian killings in Iraq that were long concealed.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Hezbollah will counter financial stranglehold amid hybrid war

BEIRUT—With a sharply worded warning, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem cautioned the Lebanese authorities and Banque du Liban (BDL) against taking any step that would constrict Al-Qard Al-Hassan institute, describing it as nothing less than the “social lung” of a country whose state structures have all but collapsed.
By Shahrokh Saei

China's Fujian and USS Gerald R Ford: Stability vs. coercion on the high seas

TEHRAN – China’s Fujian aircraft carrier, commissioned earlier this month, marks a historic milestone in the country’s naval modernization and stands as a symbol of reassurance. More than a warship, Fujian embodies Beijing’s rise through self-reliance, stability, and a commitment to peace, projecting confidence without aggression and ensuring maritime order remains predictable and secure.
By Katayoon Dashti

Tourism opportunities in Iran: Expert weighs in

Arashk Masaeli, a faculty member at the Research Institute of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, has elaborated on the fundamental conditions needed to expand Iran’s tourism sector. He outlines a seven-part framework, examines the impact of recent regional conflict, and assesses the potential of medical and regional tourism.

Politics

Diplomacy and culture meet at Tehran bazaar

TEHRAN – Dozens of Iranian brands and foreign embassies set up booths in a huge northeastern Tehran venue Tuesday to mark the opening of a multi-day charity market.
Araghchi: Caspian Sea as vital as Persian Gulf

RASHT – Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has declared the Caspian Sea to be of equal strategic importance to Iran as the Persian Gulf, emphasizing that the nation is deeply committed to fostering cooperation among its northern neighbors.
At Moscow summit, SCO slams ‘illegal’ Western sanctions on Iran

TEHRAN – The vast hall of Russia’s National Center provided the backdrop for a display of Eurasian unity on Tuesday as the 24th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit of prime ministers opened.

Sports

Saeid Ezatolahi sidelined for two months

TEHRAN – Iran national football team midfielder Saeid Ezatollahi faced a challenging setback in a recent match against Uzbekistan.
Iran rout Zanzibar at 2025 Women’s Kabaddi World Cup

TEHRAN – Iran overpowered Zanzibar 51-15 at the 2025 Women’s Kabaddi World Cup on Wednesday.
Iran runners-up at Al Ain International Cup

TEHRAN – The Iran national football team finished as runners-up after losing to Uzbekistan on penalties in the final of the Al Ain International Cup Tuesday night.

Culture

Resistance Theater Festival launches Nations section to promote global collaboration

TEHRAN- The 20th International Resistance Theater Festival has introduced a new section named Nations for its upcoming edition.
Tehran’s Rudaki Hall presents "Johann Sebastian Bach Night"

TEHRAN- Tehran’s Rudaki Hall is hosting a three-night classical music concert titled "Johann Sebastian Bach Night," which started on Monday.
Fereshteh Hosseini wins best actress award at Rabat International Author Film Festival

TEHRAN – Iranian-Afghan actress Fereshteh Hosseini has won an award at the 30th Rabat International Author Film Festival, which was held from November 8 to 15 in Morocco.

Economy

Iran positions itself as central bridge for China–Europe rail corridor

TEHRAN – Iran’s transport minister said progress on the strategic Marand–Cheshmeh-Soraya railway is accelerating, paving the way for a continuous China–Europe rail route that would place Iran at the heart of a major new transit corridor.
Iran eyes stronger foothold in Iraqi market with $20b trade goal

TEHRAN – Iran is seeking to expand its commercial presence in Iraq, with the Iran–Iraq Joint Chamber of Commerce outlining a three-year target to raise bilateral exchanges to $20 billion, driven by Iran’s capacity to supply a broad range of consumer goods, food products and industrial materials.
Qeshm to host digital export development event

TEHRAN – The managing director of Qeshm Free Zone Organization said the island will host a Digital Export Development event known as “Q-Gate” on December 16–17, as part of a broader push to strengthen Iran’s digital economy and expand technology-based exports.

Society

IRCS, ICRC hold webinar on early rehabilitation

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Committee for the Red Cross (ICRC) have hosted a webinar on ‘Early Rehabilitation in Conflicts and Disasters’.
Iran, ITU to expand co-op on AI, communication infrastructure

TEHRAN – The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister, Sattar Hashemi, and the Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Doreen Bogdan-Martin, have discussed ways to promote collaborations in different fields, including artificial intelligence (AI), communication infrastructure, digital multilateralism, and communication security.
Iran to attend CITES COP20

TEHRAN – Iran will participate in the twentieth meeting of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES COP20), which is scheduled to be held from November 24 to December 5 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

Tourism

4.5 million tourists visit Iran in six months, minister says

TEHRAN—Close to 4.5 million tourists from target countries visited Iran during the first half of current Iranian year (March-September 2025), said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri.
Mazandaran hosts Caspian tour operators and influencers to promote Iran’s image

TEHRAN – Tourism officials in Mazandaran province hosted tour operators and social media influencers from Russia, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan this week as part of a program aimed at promoting Iran’s image and showcasing the region’s tourism capacity.
Deputy minister says Shirvan seeking national designation for Dotar making

TEHRAN – Iran’s deputy minister for handicrafts said on Tuesday that authorities are working to register the northeastern city of Shirvan as the country’s national hub for Dotar making during a visit to local artisans in the city located in North Khorasan province.

International

Eyes are on climate meeting in Brazil

TEHRAN – Nobody is safe from global warming, especially the people living in arid and semi-arid regions of the world, like West Asia.
A Trojan Horse for Gaza

TEHRAN – The United Nations Security Council has approved a U.S.-drafted resolution on Gaza, hailed in Washington as a diplomatic breakthrough. But for Palestinians and many around the world, it's another failed plan—one that prioritizes policing over justice and control over freedom.
Hezbollah will counter financial stranglehold amid hybrid war

BEIRUT—With a sharply worded warning, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem cautioned the Lebanese authorities and Banque du Liban (BDL) against taking any step that would constrict Al-Qard Al-Hassan institute, describing it as nothing less than the “social lung” of a country whose state structures have all but collapsed.

10 reasons the UN Gaza resolution masks injustice behind diplomacy