Tehran Times

2025-10-28 21:35
From security to unity: ECO ministers meet in Tehran

President Pezeshkian calls for unified, resilient framework to foster stability and growth

TEHRAN – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has urged member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) to work toward a unified and sustainable regional security framework that supports stability and economic growth.
- Iran, Tajikistan sign landmark security pact amid growing bilateral ties
- ‘Side by side through regional turbulence’, Iranian President hails Tehran-Muscat relations

By Shahrokh Saei

Historical amnesia: Europe turns a blind eye to Iran’s WWII humanitarian legacy

Professor Azarov: Israel and the US shape West’s anti-Iran stance

TEHRAN – During the darkest days of World War II, when Europe was engulfed in flames, Iran extended a hand of humanity—welcoming more than 100,000 Polish refugees and offering them safety, dignity, and a chance to rebuild their shattered lives. That chapter of compassion and solidarity remains etched in history as a testament to Iran’s generosity.
By Shahab Sarmadi

Israel’s war excuses expose the sham Gaza ceasefire

TEHRAN – Israel is making excuses to restart full war on Gaza. This shows that U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire was never a real peace plan—it was just a cover for the goals of Washington and Tel Aviv.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Syria’s reconstruction: Between foreign control and mirage of renewal

BEIRUT—14 years after the war began, Syria’s reconstruction remains more of a mirage than a milestone. What was once the beating heart of Arab civilization is now ensnared between foreign agendas, economic collapse, and a global tug-of-war over its soil, sovereignty, and soul.
By Wesam Bahrani

Israel resorting to airstrikes in occupied West Bank

TEHRAN – The Israeli regime’s escalating West Bank assault, driven by annexation aims, fuels Palestinian resistance and a consequent rise in civilian casualties.
By Mahnaz Abdi

The Last to Leave: An ambassador's pledge and a bridge of trust

TEHRAN- On October 19, the Tehran Times hosted a high-level delegation from the South Korean Embassy, led by His Excellency Ambassador Kim Junpyo. The visit featured extensive and constructive talks with the newspaper's directors and editors, as well as an exclusive interview with the Ambassador, the text of which follows.

Politics

What Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman said at his weekly briefing

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, addressed a wide range of domestic, regional, and international issues in a press briefing on Monday morning, highlighting Iran’s approach to diplomacy, regional stability, and international law.
IAEA’s inspection of nuclear sites subject to Parliament legislation: Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran’s foreign minister says the presence of inspectors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is ruled by Iranian Parliament’s legislation.
Today’s world facing new competition known as war of corridors: Iranian general

TEHRAN – A senior Iranian military advisor says competition among trade corridors has turned into a pivotal issue in today’s world.

Sports

Iran’s girls’ handball win first-ever gold at 2025 AYG

TEHRAN – Iran’s girls’ handball team won the first-ever gold in the history of women’s handball on Tuesday.
Iranian athlete Keyhan banned for eight years

TEHRAN – Iranian 3,000 meters runner Hossein Keyhani has been banned for eight years following a positive test for erythropoietin (EPO).
Tahmasbi wins Iran’s first gold in wrestling: 2025 AYG

TEHRAN – Parsa Tahmasbi won Iran’s first gold medal in wrestling in the 2025 Asian Youth Games (AYG) on Tuesday.

Culture

The Last to Leave: An ambassador's pledge and a bridge of trust

TEHRAN- On October 19, the Tehran Times hosted a high-level delegation from the South Korean Embassy, led by His Excellency Ambassador Kim Junpyo. The visit featured extensive and constructive talks with the newspaper's directors and editors, as well as an exclusive interview with the Ambassador, the text of which follows.
Iran’s Trumpism competition to critique imperialism, Trump’s policies

TEHRAN- Trumpism International Cartoon and Caricature Contest is scheduled to be held in the near future, highlighting the importance of satire as a tool of resistance, the organizers announced during a press conference held in Tehran on Monday.
“Safavid Persia in the Age of Empires” published in Persian

TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “Safavid Persia in the Age of Empires” written by Charles Melville has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Economy

Iran, Uzbekistan explore trade potential to strengthen economic ties

TEHRAN – Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Iran Fariddin Nasriev met with Mohammad Ali Dehghan Dehnavi, head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) and deputy minister of industry, mining and trade, to discuss ways to expand bilateral economic relations and develop trade cooperation between the two countries.
Tehran hosts intl. power distribution conference focused on digital transformation

TEHRAN – The 29th International Conference on Power Distribution Networks opened on Saturday at the Niroo Research Institute, with the participation of officials and specialists from Iran’s electricity industry.
Iran ranks 79th globally in organic production

TEHRAN – Iran ranks 79th among 280 countries worldwide in the production of organic products, according to Seyed Reza Nourani, head of the Iran Organic Association.

Society

First intl. AI symposium on education, research, production in health to be held

TEHRAN – The National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology in Tehran will host the first international artificial intelligence (AI) symposium on education, research, diagnosis, treatment, and production in the health sector.
Iran welcomes foreign investment in pharmaceutical industry: health minister

TEHRAN – Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi has announced the country’s readiness to attract foreign investment in its pharmaceutical industry.
Charity foundation creates over 30,000 jobs in 7 months

TEHRAN – Barekat Charity Foundation, affiliated with the Headquarters for Executing the Order of the Imam, has created 30,309 jobs in some 4,356 deprived areas in the first seven months of the current Iranian calendar year, which started on March 21.

Tourism

Salehi-Amiri: Iran's future development will pass through the sea-based economy

TEHRAN — Iran's future development will pass through the sea-based economy, said Minister of Cultural Heritage Reza Salehi-Amiri.
Tajik interior minister visits tourist attractions in Isfahan

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s Minister of Internal Affairs Ramazon Rahimzoda visited the historic city of Isfahan on Monday as part of his ongoing trip to Iran.
Iran plans to take part in Fitur, EMITT expos in 2026

TEHRAN--Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran (TACI), as the exclusive representative of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts and one of the main organizers of international tourism and handicrafts events, will participate in the international exhibitions Fitur (Spain) and EMITT (Turkey) for 2026.

International

Israel’s war excuses expose the sham Gaza ceasefire

TEHRAN – Israel is making excuses to restart full war on Gaza. This shows that U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire was never a real peace plan—it was just a cover for the goals of Washington and Tel Aviv.
Syria’s reconstruction: Between foreign control and mirage of renewal

BEIRUT—14 years after the war began, Syria’s reconstruction remains more of a mirage than a milestone. What was once the beating heart of Arab civilization is now ensnared between foreign agendas, economic collapse, and a global tug-of-war over its soil, sovereignty, and soul.
Israel resorting to airstrikes in occupied West Bank

TEHRAN – The Israeli regime’s escalating West Bank assault, driven by annexation aims, fuels Palestinian resistance and a consequent rise in civilian casualties.

President Pezeshkian calls for unified, resilient framework to foster stability and growth

Professor Azarov: Israel and the US shape West’s anti-Iran stance