Tehran Times

2025-06-12 13:40
Iran to launch new enrichment facility in response to IAEA board resolution

TEHRAN - The Iranian Foreign Ministry and the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran issued a joint statement on Thursday stating that the Islamic Republic will launch a new enrichment facility in a “highly secure” place in response to the adoption of a "political" resolution against Iran by the Board of Governors at the International Atomic Energy Agency accusing Iran of “non-compliance”.
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Iranian pilot sues Argentine president, senior officials over detention and torture

TEHRAN – An Iranian pilot and four crew members have launched a legal case against 13 Argentine officials—including the country’s president, senior ministers, and a federal judge—accusing them of kidnapping, torture, and psychological abuse during a five-month ordeal in Buenos Aires.
Leader hails Iranians’ national character in meeting with lawmakers

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TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei met with Iranian lawmakers on Wednesday, where he expounded on a range of topics, including the national characteristics he finds admirable in Iranians.
Araghchi engages in high-stakes diplomacy at Oslo Forum 2025

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Norway on Tuesday to participate in the 22nd annual Oslo Forum, joining over 100 mediators, policymakers, and diplomats from across the globe.
Iran tests advanced 2-tonne ballistic missile warhead

TEHRAN – Iran showcased its ever-evolving defense capabilities this week, with Defense Minister Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh announcing the successful testing of a ballistic missile equipped with a two-tonne warhead, an achievement he said is a sign of the country’s commitment to strengthening its national security.
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Southern Lebanon on brink of heated tension

SOUTH LEBANON — The violent Israeli raids on Lebanon on the eve of Eid al-Adha provoked the Lebanese Army Command to issue a strongly worded statement, including an unprecedented warning to freeze its cooperation with the Ceasefire Supervision Committee.

Politics

Tehran says European snapback threats ‘unprofessional’ and ‘desperate’

TEHRAN – In a televised interview on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei delivered a scathing critique of European powers’ renewed push to invoke the UN sanctions “snapback” mechanism against Tehran.
'Iran will react strongly': Araghchi warns Europe over looming resolution

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi took to X on Wednesday to warn Europe against adopting a resolution that would accuse Iran of non-compliance over its nuclear program at this year’s June meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting.
Guardian Council approves strategic partnership treaty with Russia

TEHRAN – Iran's Guardian Council, the body responsible for ensuring laws align with the country’s principles and the constitution, has officially approved the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Iran and Russia.

Sports

2025 VNL: Iran lose to powerhouses Brazil

TEHRAN – Iran opened the 2025 Volleyball Nations League with a 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-18) loss to Brazil on Wednesday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Safarzadeh aims to set record at 2025 World Para Athletics Grand Prix

TEHRAN – Iranian Paralympic sprinter Hajar Safarzadeh, who won a silver medal in the 400 meters T12 at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, has expressed her determination to improve her record at the upcoming World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2025.
B.League champs Utsunomiya edge Tabiat in BCL Asia 2025

TEHRAN – DJ Newbill showed nerves of steel in the endgame to lift Japanese club Utsunomiya past Tabiat of Iran in double overtime, 94-93, to reach the BCL Asia 2025 Semi-Finals at the Coca-Cola Arena, Wednesday.

Culture

Bridging cultures: Russia, Iran reinforce ties through cultural diplomacy

TEHRAN – As Iran hosts the ongoing Russia’s Cultural Week, Russian Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova is currently in Tehran to participate in the event. In an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times, she discussed how this cultural celebration aims to deepen the ties and foster closer collaboration between Russia and Iran.
Exposing Israel’s genocide, human rights violations in Gaza through art at Holocide event

TEHRAN - The press conference for the 3rd International Cartoon, Caricature, and Poster Contest Holocide was held on June 11 at the Tehran Municipality building, with the presence of a number of international visual artists.
Gaza martyr journalists commemorated in Tehran

TEHRAN- In response to the atrocities committed against journalists by the Israeli forces and the ongoing efforts to marginalize the truth, the "Red Subjects" ceremony was held on Wednesday at the City Journalists' House to honor the memory of the martyr journalists of Gaza.

Economy

Iran, Kazakhstan boost agricultural co-op for sustainable future at Central Asia expo

TEHRAN – Iran and Kazakhstan pledged deeper cooperation in agriculture to ensure sustainable development and food security, Iran’s agriculture minister said during the opening ceremony of the Central Asia Products Expo (Expo Goods) in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Iran exports non-oil goods worth $673m to Turkey in 2 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $673 million to Turkey during the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-May 21), according to the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).
Iran reaches preferential tariff deals with Oman, Pakistan

TEHRAN - Iran has reached agreements with Oman and Pakistan to export goods under preferential tariff arrangements, Industry, Mining and Trade Minister Mohammad Atabak announced on Wednesday.

Society

FAO highlights SFM practices to address Zagros Forest challenges

TEHRAN – Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Forestry Officer from the Regional Office of Asia Pacific has highlighted the need for adopting global Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) practices at the local level to address Zagros Forest challenges.
WHO to back Markazi province in addressing health challenges

TEHRAN – Key health authorities in Markazi Province have explored opportunities for collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) to address the province’s pressing health challenges, including a high burden of road traffic injuries and air pollution.
The invisible hand of data: how algorithms quietly shape your daily life

TEHRAN - From the moment you wake up and check your phone to the late-night scroll before bed, algorithms are working behind the scenes, shaping what you see, buy, and even think.

Tourism

Where history meets healing: Hamedan welcomes ECO member states for major health tourism event

TEHRAN - Hamedan is fully prepared to host the 3rd ECO Confobition on Health Tourism, according to the province’s Governor-General Hamid Molanouri-Shamsi.
ECO approves Iran’s proposal to implement Carnet de Passages system

TEHRAN - The Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) has officially approved Iran’s proposal for the implementation of the international Carnet de Passages en Douane (CPD) system among its member states.
Sang-e Chakhmaq's 8,000-year-old flute featured in museum's new video project

TEHRAN - The National Museum of Iran, in collaboration with the Public Relations Department of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, has begun producing a series of short videos to introduce its artifacts to the public.

International

Southern Lebanon on brink of heated tension

SOUTH LEBANON — The violent Israeli raids on Lebanon on the eve of Eid al-Adha provoked the Lebanese Army Command to issue a strongly worded statement, including an unprecedented warning to freeze its cooperation with the Ceasefire Supervision Committee.
Yemeni missiles hit back at Tel Aviv

TEHRAN – Yemeni forces struck back at Israel just 24 hours after the occupation regime launched an attack on the port city of Hodeidah.
Secrecy behind GHF: Ethnic cleansing

TEHRAN - Since March 2, 2025, Gaza has been under a stringent Israeli siege, halting crucial humanitarian items like food, water, and medical supplies. This blockade has triggered a severe crisis for Gaza's 2.3 million residents, with nearly half a million facing acute malnutrition and potential death.