Pakistani poet condemns Israel’s actions, emphasizes cultural security

TEHRAN – In a recent statement reflecting on Israel’s strikes on Iran, Pakistani poet and scholar Ali Kumail Qazalbash highlighted the nature of Israel and emphasized the importance of cultural and diplomatic approaches to resolving disputes.

“The Full Moon Coffee Shop” at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN – A Persian translation of Japanese author Mai Mochizuki’s “The Full Moon Coffee Shop” has recently been published by Milkan Publications in Tehran.

Iranian actors Parsa Pirouzfar, Hoda Zeinolabedin win awards at Cinema Jove

TEHRAN - The 2024 Iranian drama romance television miniseries “At the End of the Night” directed by Ida Panahandeh has won two awards from the 40th Valencia International Film Festival - Cinema Jove, which was held in Spain from June 19 to 28.

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Revealing the core of Western hostility

TEHRAN - Arman-e-Melli discussed the enemy's defeat in an interview with Mohammad Hassan Asefri, a political analyst, highlighting attempts to divide the state and the nation.

Negotiations are meaningless under current conditions: Iran Foreign Ministry

TEHRAN – Iran says the negotiations with Europe are futile under the current conditions, urging European nations to reassess their conduct.

Iran says it reserves right to peaceful uranium enrichment

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister has ruled out any possibility of halting uranium enrichment, insisting the country will continue to develop its nuclear program within the framework of international law and for peaceful purposes.

By Wesam Bahrani

Israel suffers more casualties

TEHRAN – Palestinian resistance forces have started more deadly operations against the Israeli occupation forces in Gaza.

Australian injured protesting Gaza war could lose sight in one eye

A former political candidate from the Australian Greens says she may permanently lose vision in her right eye after her “interactions with police” at a peaceful pro-Palestine protest in Sydney last week.

Iran establishes special courts to prosecute Mossad agents 

TEHRAN – As Iran carries out a nationwide manhunt to catch mercenaries and spies working for the Zionist regime, the country’s judiciary has ordered the immediate establishment of special courts across the country to prosecute the relevant detainees. 

UK court allows export of F-35 components to Israel

A British court ruling rejected on Monday to halt the export of F-35 fighter jet parts to Israel as it continues its war on Gaza.

No painkillers to treat Gaza children for ‘extremely painful injuries’

Hundreds of cultural figures urge UK not to ban Palestine Action

A group of over 400 cultural figures from across the political spectrum has called on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper to halt the proscription of Palestine Action on free speech grounds. 

IAEA’s double standards threaten regional and global peace, Pezeshkian tells Macron

TEHRAN — In a scathing rebuke of the UN nuclear watchdog, President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Iran’s suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) a “natural reaction” to Director General Rafael Grossi’s “biased, unconstructive, and destructive conduct,” which paved the way for Tel Aviv’s June 13 aggression and subsequent U.S. strikes on its civilian nuclear facilities.

Religious outcry grows as West escalates rhetoric against Ayatollah Khamenei

TEHRAN – In response to escalating threats from U.S. President Donald Trump and senior Israeli officials against the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Akbar Hosseini Haeri, a senior Marja and prominent religious authority based in Najaf, issued a Fatwa declaring that any assault on Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei would be regarded as an attack on the entire Islamic world and met with severe consequences.

Did Azerbaijan help Israel’s war against Iran?

Baku rejects allegations, but reports show investigation is needed 

TEHRAN – Throughout the Iran-Israel war, and in the days following the cessation of hostilities, considerable attention has focused on the Republic of Azerbaijan and its potential role in the regime’s aggression against Iran.

Exclusive: Iran let US know it’s attacking American bases 12 hours before strike

TEHRAN – An Iranian source told the Tehran Times that Iran informed the United States 12 hours before its June 23 strike on Al Udeid Air Base that it intended to target U.S. installations in the region.

US, Israel have failed to eliminate Iran’s nuclear program: nuclear policy analyst

“You cannot destroy knowledge and technology”

TEHRAN – In an interview with Australasian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), a scholar specializing in Middle East security and nuclear policy says if Israel and the United States intended to destroy Iran’s nuclear program they have failed.

Iran’s museums remain closed until conditions are normal: minister

TEHRAN—Iran’s museums and historic sites will be closed until the government declares normal conditions for the country, said Cultural Heritage Minister Raza Salehi-Amiri.

Children’s tourism book unveiled in Kashan

TEHRAN— A tourism book for children was unveiled in Kashan, Isfahan province, in a ceremony attended by Isfahan Governor-General Mehdi Jamalinejad and several cultural heritage and tourism managers.

19 Muharram-mourning elements made national heritage

TEHRAN – A selection of 19 religious and cultural traditions associated with the mourning rituals of Muharram in the northern Gilan province have been inscribed on Iran’s National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage, a local official announced on Monday.

Tehran hotels shelter 1,100 people affected by war

TEHRAN—Some 13 hotels in Tehran accommodated 1,100 people affected by Israeli attacks, said the hoteliers in a gathering with Tourism Minister Reza Salehi-Amiri in Tehran.

Virtual tours now available for Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex

TEHRAN - In response to the current closure of historical sites in Iran, the Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex has launched a free 360-degree virtual tour, allowing users to explore the historic palace and its museums from anywhere in the world.

Cool escapes from Tehran's summer heat: destinations to visit

TEHRAN - As the summer sun blazes over Tehran, many residents and visitors alike search for refreshing retreats to escape the heat.

By Maryam Tavassoli

‘Nature, the silent part in wars’

TEHRAN –Nature is part of our community, but unlike people, it is silent, and this silence is the most dangerous sign of its suffering, an official with the Department of Environment has said.