Tehran Times

2026-06-12 20:39
Iran–US MoU: Too close, too far

TEHRAN - Tehran and Washington appear to be preparing to finalize a memorandum of understanding aimed at permanently ending the joint US-Israeli aggression, but America's history of bad faith and failure to uphold its commitments remains a major obstacle to lasting peace.
- Iran negotiation team travels to Qatar to continue diplomacy
- Trump blows hot and cold on deal to curb oil prices

Pezeshkian: Iranian nation united in defense amid pressure and threats

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Friday that the Iranian people have foiled the plans of the country’s adversaries through nightly gatherings following the joint US-Israeli war that began on February 28.
Iran warns against further aggression, highlight strategic control and enhanced deterrence

TEHRAN — Senior Iranian military officials have underscored the country’s strengthened deterrence capabilities, warning that any future aggression by the United States or its allies would trigger a swift and far more severe response, while emphasizing Iran’s firm control over critical regional waterways and energy security.
By Mir Mohammad Alikhan

America’s endless betrayals: From Mossadegh to midnight tweets

ISLAMABAD - America has never been a reliable partner on the world stage. From the dusty archives of the early 20th century to the blood-soaked fields of Asia, Washington has woven a tapestry of betrayal, toppling governments, fueling wars, and discarding allies when they no longer served its imperial appetite. Iran knows this pain intimately, but it is far from alone.
By Garsha Vazirian

Flamingo Revolution, Israeli footprint, and Albanian PM’s Iranophobic ravings

Jared Kushner’s Sazan Island luxury project strips Albania of its sovereignty, sparking an unprecedented uprising against foreign domination

TEHRAN — The pink flamingo has evolved from a delicate wetland bird into the fierce emblem of a nation refusing to be erased. In the streets of Tirana, tens of thousands of angry Albanians have been marching with inflatable flamingos held high, their powerful chants echoing off government buildings.
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.

Politics

US containment strategy in West Asia

BERLIN- Israel, armed by the U.S., is starving Gaza and pushing the yellow line inside to occupy 70% of the besieged and terribly battered coastal enclave.
Iran condemns US attack, urges global action against escalating regional tensions

TEHRAN — Iran’s Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the latest US military attack against the country, warning that Washington will bear full responsibility for the consequences of its actions and cautioning that continued international silence could deepen instability across the region and beyond.
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.

Sports

Iran gear up for World Cup opener against New Zealand

TEHRAN – Iran's national football team are putting the finishing touches on their preparations for the opening match of its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against New Zealand.
Iran learn fate at 2026 IWBF World Championships

TEHRAN - Wheelchair Basketball Canada hosted the Official Draw for the Ottawa 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships Friday afternoon, revealing the competition groups and opening matchups that will shape the path to the podium this September.
Iran sweep Argentina to earn first win in 2026 VNL

TEHRAN – Iran secured their first victory in the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) with a commanding straight-sets win over Argentina (25-19, 25-23, 25-19) early Saturday.

Culture

Tehran honors winners of Trumpism art contest for defending global justice, peace

TEHRAN- The closing ceremony of the 3rd edition of the Trumpism International Cartoon and Caricature Contest was held at Tehran’s Valiasr Square on Wednesday night, bringing together cultural officials and artists to honor works that challenge global hegemony and unilateralism.
Book on brave women in early Islam published in English

TEHRAN – The English translation of Fatima Daulati’s novel “I Will Return” has been released on the international publishing market by Lantern Publications.
Iranian tenor Reza Fekri to perform at KotorArt International Festival

TEHRAN – Iranian tenor Reza Fekri will appear as a soloist at the opening ceremony of the KotorArt International Festival in Montenegro on July 13.

Economy

Iran starts LPG exports from Khorramshahr Port to Afghanistan, Pakistan

TEHRAN- The Director General of Khorramshahr Port and Maritime Department announced the successful completion of the first liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) export operation via combined transport to destinations in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Iran-India agricultural cooperation should expand to a strategic level: Iranian minister

TEHRAN- Iran's Minister of Agriculture, referring to India's achievements in meeting the food needs of its population of over one billion people, praised India's successful experiences in agriculture and rural development, and called for expanding joint cooperation between the two countries in agricultural research, water resource management, modern technologies, mechanization, seed production, food industries, and agricultural trade.
‘Iran's presence in BRICS an opportunity to enhance urban diplomacy, develop urban regeneration’

TEHRAN- The Managing Director of Iran's Urban Regeneration Company, explaining the goals and dimensions of the Islamic Republic of Iran's presence at the BRICS summit, described this presence as a strategic opportunity to strengthen urban diplomacy, develop international cooperation in the field of urban regeneration, transfer experience, attract innovative ideas, and enhance Iran's position in emerging global equations.

Society

IRCS, ICRC hold workshop to strengthen readiness for chemical incidents

TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent (ICRC) have held a workshop on safety equipment and personal protection in chemical incidents for 50 selected members of rapid response and primary medical care teams of the IRCS.
Iran to attend IOAA 2026

TEHRAN – Five Iranian students will participate in the 19th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) 2026, which is scheduled to take place in Hanoi, Vietnam, from September 25 to October 5.
World Blood Donor Day: One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives.

TEHRAN – Observed on June 14 every year, World Blood Donor Day is a celebration to honor donors, an effort to raise awareness of the ongoing need for safe blood and blood products, and a call to action to inspire consistent and new voluntary blood donations to ensure the availability of safe, adequate blood supplies.

Tourism

Tehran, Moscow sign three-year tourism cooperation roadmap

TEHRAN – Iran and Russia have signed a tourism cooperation action plan covering the period from 2026 to 2028 during the sixth International Tourism Forum that runs from June 10 to 12 in Moscow.
Tehran, Beijing move to expand tourism ties

TEHRAN – Tehran and Beijing are working toward a joint roadmap to expand tourism cooperation and increase people-to-people exchanges, Iran’s minister of cultural heritage, tourism and handicrafts underlined in a meeting with a senior Chinese tourism official in Spain.
Iran, Greece agree to develop tourism cooperation package, explore ‘philosophical tourism’

TEHRAN – Iran and Greece have agreed to draft a joint cooperation package covering tourism, cultural heritage, education, investment and people-to-people exchanges.

International

Flamingo Revolution, Israeli footprint, and Albanian PM’s Iranophobic ravings

TEHRAN — The pink flamingo has evolved from a delicate wetland bird into the fierce emblem of a nation refusing to be erased. In the streets of Tirana, tens of thousands of angry Albanians have been marching with inflatable flamingos held high, their powerful chants echoing off government buildings.
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.