Tehran Times

2026-05-09 21:47
Hezbollah is Iran’s red line, not Trump’s photo op

The upcoming Israel–Lebanon negotiations will take place against the backdrop of ongoing Israeli attacks in Lebanon

TEHRAN - Israel’s continued deadly bombardments of Lebanon, despite a ceasefire agreement, clearly indicate that the truce exists only on paper — and that Israel has no scruples about violating it.

Iran's parliament advances plan to establish an independent body for managing Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN- Iran's parliament is reviewing an 11-article strategic bill titled “Strategic Action for Ensuring Security and Sustainable Development of the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf.” The proposed legislation seeks to grant Iran full control over what it describes as the world’s most critical oil and energy chokepoint.
US intel community confirms Iran was not developing nukes before war

TEHRAN- US President Donald Trump, who launched an unprovoked war against Iran on February 28, 2026, alongside Israel, has faced mounting criticism at home and abroad. The decision to attack Iran was based on the pretext that Tehran was developing nuclear weapons — a claim now publicly contradicted by senior former intelligence officials.
Trump administration under fire for evasion on Minab school attack

TEHRAN - The administration of President Donald Trump continues to shirk responsibility over a US missile attack on a school in southern Iran that killed nearly 170 people on the first day of the joint US–Israel war on February 28.
Iran teaches Yankees a lesson

Navy responded Thursday night to a ceasefire violation by US pirates around the Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN - Iran’s strong response to US naval forces in the Persian Gulf region has once again highlighted President Donald Trump’s failed attempt to force open the Strait of Hormuz.
Pezeshkian says he met Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei

TEHRAN- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Thursday he had met the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, in person and spoken with him for two and a half hours.

Politics

Iran's top diplomat criticizes US ‘provocations’ in talks with Turkish, British counterparts

TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held separate phone conversations with his Turkish and British counterparts on Friday to discuss recent regional developments, ongoing diplomatic efforts, and the fragile ceasefire following the US-led war against Iran.
UAE expels thousands of Pakistani workers amid rift over Pakistan's Iran mediation

TEHRAN- The United Arab Emirates has launched a large-scale expulsion of Pakistani workers, straining ties with Islamabad as Pakistan attempts to mediate an end to the US war on Iran, The New York Times reports.
Russian ambassador in Tehran marks Victory Day, reflecting pride in Soviet WWII legacy

TEHRAN – Russian Ambassador to Iran Alexey Dedov took part in Victory Day commemorations in Tehran on Saturday, marking the 81st anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.

Sports

Mourinho: Iran deserve World Cup place

TEHRAN – Portuguese well-known coach José Mourinho insists Iran national football team deserve to play at the 2026 World Cup.
Iran among women’s futsal ranking top 10

TEHRAN - Brazil have remained top of both the women’s and men’s FIFA Futsal World Rankings in the latest edition, while Iran’s women’s futsal team have secured a spot within the top 10.
Iran’s junior weightlifters poised for 2028 Olympic glory

TEHRAN - Despite facing immense challenges, Iran’s junior weightlifting team has showcased remarkable talent and resilience, with federation president Sajjad Anoushiravani confidently predicting a bright future, including a strong showing at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Culture

The union of majesty and beauty: Reem Al-Wurimi on spiritual sovereignty of Tehran

TEHRAN – In the wake of the recent US-Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, a voice from North Africa has emerged to articulate the spiritual and civilizational resilience of the Iranian nation. Reem Al-Wurimi, the acclaimed Tunisian poet and journalist, has captivated the Islamic world with her latest work, "Take Me to the Streets of Tehran."
Iranian short film “Playground” selected for Classics section of 79th Cannes Film Festival

TEHRAN – A new Iranian short film has been selected for the Classics section of the 79th Cannes Film Festival.
Minab school tragedy survivor's story chronicled in new doc “Hoda”

TEHRAN – Iranian director Hamed Saadat’s documentary “Hoda” on a survivor of Minab school’s tragedy, is currently in the final stages of editing, the Documentary and Animation Center (DEFC) has announced.

Economy

US appliance giant Whirlpool warns Iran war triggering recession-level slump

TEHRAN- Appliance giant Whirlpool says the Iran war has caused a “recession-level industry decline” in the US, driven by a collapse in consumer confidence in late February and March.
Iran's naval blockade has no legal logic, main goal is pressure on China: economic expert

TEHRAN- An economic analyst said the US behavior in the naval blockade not only has no compliance with international law, but one of its main goals is to exert economic pressure on China and endanger its energy supplies.
ICCIMA board member mentions 3 post-war economic scenarios

TEHRAN- A member of the board of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) explaining three possible scenarios for the economic situation in the post-war period, said: Two months have passed since the military aggression of the American-Zionist coalition against Iran, and now all countries are affected by its consequences, such that the Strait of Hormuz has shown that it impacts not only the countries of the region but the entire global energy cycle, including America.

Society

DOE updating national document on public participation

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is updating and completing an existing national document on public participation in environmental protection.
Second expo on advanced technologies in Persian medicine to be held

TEHRAN – The second exhibition on Iran's advanced technologies in Persian medicine (known as Farre Iran) will be held to introduce the country’s technological and knowledge-based products.
Health insurance provided for some 2m patients with rare, hard-to-treat diseases

TEHRAN – According to the health ministry, about two million patients with rare and hard-to-treat diseases are covered by the Health Insurance Organization.

Tourism

Pezeshkian condemns aggression on cultural heritage, orders urgent restoration of Saadabad Complex

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has strongly condemned the recent attacks on Iran’s historical and cultural sites by the US and the Zionist regime, describing such actions as a blatant violation of international law and a destructive campaign against the civilization and identity of nations.
Minab School Martyrs Museum to expose injustices against innocents to global public

TEHRAN – Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has emphasized the necessity of a scientific and narrative-driven approach for the establishment of the Minab School Martyrs Museum within the Saadabad Palace Cultural-Historical Complex, calling for it to become a global platform against atrocities committed against children.
Beyond modern life: discovering Iran’s tribal worlds

TEHRAN - Under the vast Iranian sky, where mountains stretch into the horizon and rivers carve their way through ancient valleys, a different rhythm of life quietly endures. For travelers weary of crowded cities and hurried itineraries, tribal tourism in Iran offers something rare: a journey not only across landscapes, but into a living, breathing past.

International

Hezbollah bravely confronting IOF commando unit

TEHRAN – Hezbollah continues to mount fierce resistance against Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF), inflicting losses on the regime’s military as it attempts to occupy southern Lebanon.
America’s casino kleptocracy

TEHRAN — When asked recently about the ethical implications of political insiders gambling on war outcomes via prediction markets, Trump’s response was as blunt as it was unsurprisingly nihilistic: “The world is a casino. It is what it is.”
Rubio seeking to pacify Pope as he eyes presidency

TEHRAN - In a high-stakes diplomatic balancing act, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV at the Apostolic Palace on Thursday. The two-and-a-half-hour meeting comes at a pivotal moment, as the Trump administration remains locked in a bitter verbal feud with the Holy See over the morality of the U.S. war on Iran.