Tehran Times

2026-05-15 21:40
UAE from Iran war to BRICS: ‘The lady doth protest too much’

TEHRAN - The United Arab Emirates’ “direct involvement” in the US–Israeli aggression against Iran has come to light against the backdrop of a BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in India, alongside revelations that senior Israeli officials travelled to the small Persian Gulf state during the conflict.
- Araghchi says Iran has ‘no trust’ in US, talks depend on seriousness

Araghchi says Iran has ‘no trust’ in US, talks depend on seriousness

TEHRAN - Iran’s foreign minister said on Friday that Tehran has “no trust” in Washington and would only consider talks with the administration of President Donald Trump if it demonstrated seriousness.
By Kurosh Alyani

The night vigil: How feminine culture is reshaping Iran’s streets

Just as Iranian women were being framed by global hegemonic propaganda through the lens of the burqa—a garment that has never fundamentally belonged to Iran—the most feminine social movement of the century was emerging. On the streets of Iran, this movement was giving rise to a new kind of nocturnal life.
Nakba continuing unstoppably

TEHRAN – In 1917, British Foreign Minister Arthur Balfour set the stage for a tragedy that is still bleeding, and there is no light at the end of the tunnel.
By Garsha Vazirian

The rape factories Israel can no longer bury

TEHRAN — The New York Times report on the sexual abuse of Palestinian prisoners did not reveal a mystery so much as force open a door that had been held shut by fear, propaganda, and Western cowardice. What emerged was the outline of a detention system where humiliation, sexual violence, starvation, and medical neglect have been allowed to harden into routine. Israel’s response, predictably, was denial, legal threats, and the old smear that anyone exposing Palestinian suffering is somehow trafficking in “antisemitic blood libel.”
By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah inflicts more casualties on IOF

TEHRAN – Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) admit another soldier has been killed by the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.

Politics

Busy day for Iran's top diplomat; Araghchi holds diplomatic blitz in New Delhi

TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi engaged in an intensive diplomatic round in New Delhi this week, holding separate meetings with his counterparts from South Africa, India, Russia, Malaysia, and Thailand, as well as India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting.
Russia pledges close cooperation with Iran to resolve crisis in West Asia

TEHRAN – Russia is committed to working closely with Iran to find peaceful solutions to West Asia crisis within the framework of international law, a senior Russian security official announced on Thursday, during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart on the sidelines of a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Kyrgyzstan’s capital.
Russia calls for immediate end to war against Iran

TEHRAN — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Friday during his visit to India that the primary task at present regarding Iran is to immediately end the war and achieve a sustainable agreement.

Sports

Roberto Piazza set to arrive in Iran on May 23

TEHRAN - The Italian head coach of Iran national volleyball team will likely arrive in Tehran on May 23.
Naderi: resilience and grit propel Iran to victory, World Cup dreams ignite

TEHRAN – Iran’s beach soccer national team has once again hoisted a championship trophy, but head coach Ali Naderi reveals the true narrative behind their latest triumph: a saga of unwavering resilience, disrupted preparations, and the sheer determination of extraordinary players aiming to make waves on the global stage.
Iran’s Chamipa wins gold at 2026 Asian Boxing U17 Championship

TEHRAN – Matin Chamipa of Iran claimed a gold medal at the Asian Boxing U17 Championship on Friday.

Culture

Leader emphasizes potential of Persian language, literature for promoting Islamic-Iranian culture

TEHRAN – In a message issued on the occasion of the Persian Language Day and in commemoration of the great Iranian poet Ferdowsi (May 15), Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, emphasized the vast potential of the Persian language and literature for promoting the rich culture and civilization of Islamic Iran on a global scale.
Painter Hassan Ruholamin creates new work live in Tajrish Square

TEHRAN – In an artistic event on Thursday night, simultaneously with the enthusiastic presence of people in Tajrish Square in the north of Tehran, Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin created a new painting.
Hojjatoleslam Imanipour addresses 15th General Conference of ICESCO in Russia

TEHRAN – The 15th session of the General Conference of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) opened on Wednesday in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation, on the sidelines of the 17th Russia–Islamic World International Economic Forum: KazanForum, with the participation of a number of ministers, heads of national commissions, member states’ delegations, and representatives of international and regional organizations from more than 35 countries.

Economy

European medicine supplies at risk due to Iran tensions

TEHRAN – European countries could face significant shortages of medicines and essential pharmaceutical components if tensions surrounding Iran escalate and lead to a blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, according to a recent analysis.
IMF sees risks to global growth forecast over sustained Iran war

TEHRAN- The International Monetary Fund warned on Thursday that continuing disruptions due to the Iran war meant its global economic outlook was moving towards an "adverse" scenario, with growth pared down and greater risks to inflation, AFP reported.
TPO official outlines key pillars for achieving $10b Iran-Pakistan bilateral trade target

TEHRAN- The Director General of Asia and Subcontinent Department of Iran's Trade Promotion Organization said: Focusing on removing infrastructure barriers, activating the transit corridor, developing border market activities, and utilizing the barter mechanism under current circumstances are the main pillars of the Iran-Pakistan trade roadmap to increase bilateral trade to the level of $10 billion.

Society

Government announces policies, programs for infertility treatment

TEHRAN – To address infertility, which is known as one of the main challenges of health and population in the country, the government has adopted different measures, including infertility insurance to lower high-cost and out-of-pocket expenses of infertility treatment.
National Health Week marked by inaugurating 198 projects

TEHRAN – A total of 198 medical projects were inaugurated nationwide via video conference on Saturday morning by Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi on the second day of the National Health Week.
WTISD 2026 highlights need for robust, secure digital infrastructure

TEHRAN – Celebrated every year on May 17, World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) highlights the growing role of digital technologies in our lives and commemorates the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – the United Nations Agency for Digital Technologies.

Tourism

Zionist attacks aimed at avenging Iranian Jews' national loyalty, tourism minister says

TEHRAN – In a gathering titled "Melody in the Wounded Synagogue of Tehran," Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, emphasized that national solidarity remains the primary shield against external threats.
Historical cisterns in Bandar-e Khamir to be repurposed into tourism hubs

TEHRAN – A restoration and revival project has been launched for four historical cisterns (Ab-Anbars) in Bandar-e Khamir, a coastal city in southern Hormozgan province, aimed at bolstering cultural tourism, a local tourism official has said.
Ramadan War inflicts $160 Million blow to Iran’s tourism sector

TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism industry has suffered a staggering financial blow totaling 285 trillion rials (approximately $160 million) due to the recent Ramadan War, a senior tourism official announced on Tuesday, highlighting the deep economic and human scars left by the conflict on one of the country’s most promising sectors.

International

Nakba continuing unstoppably

TEHRAN – In 1917, British Foreign Minister Arthur Balfour set the stage for a tragedy that is still bleeding, and there is no light at the end of the tunnel.
The rape factories Israel can no longer bury

TEHRAN — The New York Times report on the sexual abuse of Palestinian prisoners did not reveal a mystery so much as force open a door that had been held shut by fear, propaganda, and Western cowardice. What emerged was the outline of a detention system where humiliation, sexual violence, starvation, and medical neglect have been allowed to harden into routine. Israel’s response, predictably, was denial, legal threats, and the old smear that anyone exposing Palestinian suffering is somehow trafficking in “antisemitic blood libel.”
Hezbollah inflicts more casualties on IOF

TEHRAN – Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF) admit another soldier has been killed by the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah.