Tehran Times

2026-06-10 20:09
US adventurism: Apache down, F-35 hangar hit, oil up

Iran’s armed forces hit American regional bases in retaliation for US aggression against the country's territory

TEHRAN - The latest exchange of fire between Iran and the United States highlights Washington’s bad faith in the April ceasefire and Tehran’s resolve to respond to any aggression. It is the most serious escalation since the April 8 truce halted the joint US–Israeli war that began on February 28.
- From 'Epic Fury' to 'Fake Victory'
- Retaliatory strikes on US bases reflect Iran’s firm response to continued aggression

IAEA board passes anti-Iran resolution despite objections

TEHRAN- The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Wednesday adopted a resolution concerning Iran by 21 votes in favor, three against, and 10 abstentions, in a move Tehran and its allies described as politically motivated and detrimental to ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Iran honors activists with ‘Right Side of History’ medal

TEHRAN — Iran awarded its “Right Side of History” Medal to a group of international activists, artists, academics, and political figures during a ceremony in Tehran on Monday, highlighting 'a growing global movement in support of Palestine and opposition to Western-backed policies in West Asia.'
US truce breaches have undermined diplomatic efforts, Iran says

TEHRAN- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman said on Wednesday that recent US military actions against the country, coupled with repeated ceasefire violations, have seriously undermined diplomatic efforts, warning that negotiations cannot progress without a minimum level of stability and political consistency.
‘Unprovoked aggression’: Russia, China urge restraint after US-Iran escalation

TEHRAN - Russia has raised concerns about the latest Iran–US escalation, blaming “unprovoked US-Israel aggression” for continued tensions, which began more than 100 days ago.
By Garsha Vazirian

Hydrological horror in Hormozgan and America’s infinite regress to barbarism

TEHRAN — The ruins of two concrete water tanks in Sirik stand as silent witnesses to American brutality. One held 500 cubic meters, the other 2,000.

Politics

Iran consults Turkey and Saudi Arabia on regional security

TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations with his Turkish and Saudi counterparts to discuss the rapidly evolving regional situation following recent US military attacks on southern Iran, reaffirming Tehran’s commitment to defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Pezeshkian: US and Israel can only dream of Iran’s capitulation

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Wednesday that Iran will never give in to threats and pressure amid the latest fighting between Iran on one side and the United States and Israel on the other.
Iran war drives US inflation to 4.2%, highest in three years

TEHRAN - US prices in May rose at their fastest rate in three years, with inflation climbing to 4.2%, the BBC reported.

Sports

Iran set to open 2026 VNL campaign against Brazil

TEHRAN – Iran national volleyball team will face Brazil early Thursday in the 2026 FIVB Men's Volleyball Nations League (VNL).
Iran women’s wheelchair basketball cleared for 2026 Para Asian Games

TEHRAN - Iran women’s wheelchair basketball team have officially secured the opportunity to compete at the 5th Aichi-Nagoya Para Asian Games following approval by the Executive Board of the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) of Iran.
Iran victorious over Poland in 2026 IWBF Men's Repechage

TEHRAN - The Iran men’s national wheelchair basketball beat Poland 81-59 in the 2026 IWBF Men's Repechage on Wednesday.

Culture

“The Sinners” and the cinematic anatomy of Trumpism

TEHRAN- At first glance, Trumpism appears to be a distinctly contemporary political phenomenon, inseparable from the personality, rhetoric, and political career of Donald Trump. Yet reducing Trumpism to a single individual risks overlooking the deeper social and historical forces that made it possible.
Ali Rahbari to conduct Mariinsky Orchestra in St. Petersburg

TEHRAN – Renowned Iranian composer and conductor Ali Rahbari will conduct the Mariinsky Orchestra at the Mariinsky Theater in St. Petersburg, Russia, on June 19.
TMoCA hosting final “Art & War” exhibition, showcasing post-war European masters’ works

TEHRAN – The Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) is hosting the fourth and final installment of its “Art & War” event series.

Economy

Oil crisis deepens as global reserves plummet to 20-year low

TEHRAN- Oil prices set to surge above $105 a barrel as US-Israeli strikes trigger historic supply shock, demand set to shrink for first time since pandemic.
Renewable power plants being developed in line with environmental requirements

TEHRAN- The Deputy of Technical and Engineering of Iran’s Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) wrote in a note: The development of renewable power plants can lead to favorable results only when carried out based on precise technical standards, clear environmental requirements, and continuous monitoring.
Iran, energy transit highway between Central Asia, Persian Gulf

TEHRAN- Iran's geographical position can turn the country into the main energy transit route between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf – a capacity that plays a key role in the region's economy.

Society

Health Ministry to start Family Physician Program in cities on June 15

TEHRAN - The Health Ministry plans to launch the Family Physician Program in 20 selected cities nationwide on June 15, aiming to make treatment referrals more concentrated and provide more convenient access to health services.
VP urges SCO to protect sci-tech infrastructures against foreign aggression

TEHRAN –The vice president for science, technology, and knowledge-based economy, Hossein Afshin, has called for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states to take effective and collaborative measures to protect the science and technology infrastructures of independent countries against foreign aggression.
Tehran, Moscow emphasize need to boost scientific cooperation

TEHRAN – Iranian Science, Research and Technology Minister, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, and Russian Science and Higher Education Minister, Valery Falkov, reviewed strategies for developing scientific, educational, and academic cooperation between the two countries with an emphasis on expanding professor and student exchanges, strengthening research cooperation, and facilitating academic interactions.

Tourism

Historic Ayatollah Taleghani house to open as museum in late September

TEHRAN – The historic house of the late Ayatollah Mahmoud Taleghani in Alborz province is scheduled to be converted into a museum by the end of September, where documents, photographs and personal belongings associated with the prominent cleric and revolutionary figure will be displayed, a provincial cultural heritage official said.
Echoes of the past: Golden bracelet with an inscription older than itself

The pictured golden bracelet is a masterpiece of Neo-Elamite metalwork and a testament to the sophisticated craftsmanship of the period.
Pamenar cited as model for youth return and women’s role in rural tourism development

TEHRAN – Pamenar Village in Iran’s southwestern Khuzestan province has emerged as an example of how rural tourism can help reverse migration, create jobs and strengthen local participation, with young residents and women playing a central role in the village’s development, a tourism official said the Tehran Times on Monday.

International

Hydrological horror in Hormozgan and America’s infinite regress to barbarism

TEHRAN — The ruins of two concrete water tanks in Sirik stand as silent witnesses to American brutality. One held 500 cubic meters, the other 2,000.
The war on the moral identity of Lebanese resistance

TEHRAN – Hezbollah’s supporters in Lebanon have been subjected to continuous psychological, media, and cognitive warfare alongside the fierce Israeli aggression against the country.
Israeli war on Lebanon could serve as catalyst for regional unity

TEHRAN – The Israeli war on Lebanon serves as a major test of the Arab world's willingness to cooperate with Iran. The Islamic Republic has linked its own ceasefire discussions with the U.S. to the inclusion of Lebanon in any agreement. To counter this, the Trump administration has heavily pressured Beirut to enter U.S.-mediated negotiations with Israel. The primary goal is to push Lebanon into direct talks with Israel, potentially forcing the Lebanese government into direct conflict with Hezbollah.

Iran’s armed forces hit American regional bases in retaliation for US aggression against the country's territory