Tehran Times

2025-01-01 22:35
American bases will be trampled by Syrian youth

Martyr Soleimani considered defending Al-Aqsa a core principle, Leader says

TEHRAN – Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, met with a number of Iranian martyrs’ families, including the family of the late General Qassem Soleimani.
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By Mona Hojat Ansari

The Battle of Chaldoran: a lost war that consolidated Iranian identity

Elegies are a huge part of Iranian mourning rituals. They don't just let mourners show their sorrow and sadness; they also keep the memories of the person alive by telling stories of their life. Anyone remembered in a ceremony with an elegy is seen as important. In public ceremonies, they are important historical, national, or religious figures, and in private ones, they are beloved family members.
By Matin Jamshidi

While the world is celebrating New Year, Gazans are living in anguish

TEHRAN - While the world is celebrating the New Year people in Gaza are suffering from the endless and tragic killings of their loved ones, starvation, disease, displacement, shortage of drinking water, hopelessness, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), etc.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Why did Iran send Gen. Soleimani to Syria?

Narratives that must be recounted

BEIRUT – Four years have passed since the assassination of Lt. Gen. Qassem Soleimani. Every time the anniversary passes, an exceptional biography of an exceptional hero comes to mind. He was a hero who devoted his entire life to others and supported the oppressed, standing tall as an impregnable barrier in the face of imperialist ambitions.
By Shahrokh Saei

New Year: Gazans face double whammy of Israeli airstrikes and flooding

TEHRAN- Forcibly displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip commenced the New Year amidst continuous Israeli airstrikes, while winter rains have inundated their temporary shelters, exacerbating their hardships.
Missile capabilities secured Iran’s seat at negotiation table: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized the critical role of Iran's missile capabilities in shaping its diplomatic engagements with global powers.

Politics

Foreign ministry honors terror victims in Tehran ceremony

TEHRAN – A ceremony commemorating the martyrs of terrorism and unveiling the Encyclopedia of 23,000 Iranian Terror Victims was held on Wednesday, coinciding with the anniversary of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani's martyrdom.
General Qassem Soleimani: master of soft power in Iran's strategic culture

MADRID – In the global competition for influence, soft power has become a key indicator of national strength. In contrast to direct confrontations involving hard power, an increasing number of countries are opting for less costly yet equally effective strategies, using resources that attract and persuade rather than impose.
Iran’s military power yet to be fully displayed: Army chief

TEHRAN – The Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army, Major General Seyed Abdolrahim Mousavi, has Mousavi asserted that the country’s full military capabilities remain untapped.

Sports

Persepolis too strong for rock-bottom Havadar: PGPL

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team defeated rock-bottom Havadar 5-0 on Matchweek 15 of 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Wednesday.
Esteghlal vs. Sepahan: A classic clash under the spotlight

TEHRAN - Esteghlal and Sepahan, two of Iran's most storied football clubs, are set to face off in a highly anticipated match on Thursday in the 15th week of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
Taekwondo captain Mardani announces retirement

TEHRAN – Iran national taekwondo team captain Sajad Mardani announced the end of his professional career at the age of 36.

Culture

Portrait of Martyr General Soleimani unveiled

TEHRAN- A portrait of esteemed Martyr General Qassem Soleimani has been unveiled and made available to the public, coinciding with the fifth anniversary of his martyrdom.
Resistance festival receives 3,400 submissions worldwide

TEHRAN- The 18th edition of the Resistance International Film Festival has so far received 3,400 submissions from around the world, the deputy secretary of the event has announced.
“Resistance Day” commemorates Martyr General Soleimani's fifth anniversary

TEHRAN- In commemoration of the fifth anniversary of Hajj Qassem Soleimani’s martyrdom, the "Resistance Day" event was held at the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization in Tehran on Monday.

Economy

Iran exports non-oil goods worth $1.2b to India in 8 months

TEHRAN – Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $1.2 billion to India during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-November 20), the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.
Kish Expo 2025 to host over 300 foreign participants

TEHRAN- Over 300 foreign participants will attend Kish Expo 2025, which is planned to be held at the Kish International Exhibition Center on Kish Island in the south of Iran during January 18-24, the executive secretary of the exhibition announced.
National Housing Movement loan increased

TEHRAN- Iranian transport and urban development minister announced about the increase in the amount of loan for the National Housing Movement units.

Society

Students, teachers help free female prisoners

TEHRAN –Students and teachers of a school in Tehran have contributed to the release of two women who had been imprisoned for financial issues.
Rainfall declines by over 40% compared to long-term average

TEHRAN –Since the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2024), precipitations have dropped by 42 percent compared to long-term average, according to Metrological Organization.
Wild goat population in private protected areas up by 21%

TEHRAN –The number of wild goats (Capera aegagrus) in private protected areas across the country has grown by 21 percent compared to the past Iranian year (March 2023-March 2024), an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.

Tourism

Intl. tourism in Iran sees modest recovery, still 37% below pre-pandemic levels

TEHRAN - Iran hosted over 3.1 million foreign tourists in the first half of 2024, a 37% drop compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, according to updated figures from the UN Tourism.
Tehran, Dushanbe discuss enhanced tourism, cultural collaboration

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, met with Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Nizomiddin Zohidi, on Tuesday at the ministry’s headquarters in Tehran to discuss strengthening ties in tourism and cultural cooperation.
Iran pursues ICESCO heritage status for ancient port

TEHRAN - The ancient port of Tis, situated in Chabahar county in southeastern Iran, is set to be registered on the Islamic Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) cultural heritage list.

International

While the world is celebrating New Year, Gazans are living in anguish

TEHRAN - While the world is celebrating the New Year people in Gaza are suffering from the endless and tragic killings of their loved ones, starvation, disease, displacement, shortage of drinking water, hopelessness, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), etc.
Why did Iran send Gen. Soleimani to Syria?

BEIRUT – Four years have passed since the assassination of Lt. Gen. Qassem Soleimani. Every time the anniversary passes, an exceptional biography of an exceptional hero comes to mind. He was a hero who devoted his entire life to others and supported the oppressed, standing tall as an impregnable barrier in the face of imperialist ambitions.
New Year: Gazans face double whammy of Israeli airstrikes and flooding

TEHRAN- Forcibly displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip commenced the New Year amidst continuous Israeli airstrikes, while winter rains have inundated their temporary shelters, exacerbating their hardships.

Martyr Soleimani considered defending Al-Aqsa a core principle, Leader says

Narratives that must be recounted