Tehran Times

2026-06-19 20:50
Leader: US president used all available leverage out of desperation to reach MoU

TEHRAN - The latest message from the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, has received strong backing from Iranian political and military officials, underscoring national unity following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United States.
- Tehran–Washington MoU: A clear admission of Iran’s military and political upper hand

Tehran–Washington MoU: A clear admission of Iran’s military and political upper hand

TEHRAN – The memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday between Tehran and Washington marks the clearest political acknowledgment yet of Iran’s victory in the joint US‑Israeli aggression that began on February 28. What started as a massive military campaign aimed at destroying Iran’s military capabilities and collapsing the Islamic Republic has ended with Washington accepting terms shaped by Iran’s resilience and military achievements.
Pezeshkian hails Qatar, Pakistan, and Tajikistan for supporting diplomacy and regional peace

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has praised the constructive roles played by Qatar, Pakistan, and Tajikistan in supporting diplomatic efforts that culminated in a recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Iran and the United States aimed at ending the US-Israeli war of aggression and promoting regional stability.
Iran warns of consequences as Ben-Gvir says 'all of Lebanon must burn'

TEHRAN – Iran has strongly condemned Israel’s latest military attacks on Lebanon and denounced inflammatory remarks by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, warning that the continued escalation by the Tel Aviv regime poses a serious threat to regional and international security.
By Garsha Vazirian

The war on Muharram epitomizes the Bahraini monarchy’s terminal terror

TEHRAN — The sulfurous sting of tear gas has become the Al Khalifa regime’s preferred incense for the month of Muharram. In the early hours of June 17, the village of Abu Saiba, a quiet Shia enclave on the outskirts of Manama, was turned into a battlefield.
By Wesam Bahrani

Civilian deaths mount in southern Lebanon as Israeli aggression escalates despite ceasefire

TEHRAN – Despite the so-called ceasefire agreement, the Israeli regime has intensified its attacks on southern Lebanon, killing at least 30 people, including women and children.

Politics

Did Iran defeat America at the negotiating table?

ISLAMABAD - The official 14-point memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States does not read like the document Washington and Tel Aviv said they were fighting to impose. It does not announce regime change in Tehran. It does not place Iran’s missile program on the table.
Araghchi expands diplomatic consultations as world supports Iran-US MoU

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has intensified diplomatic consultations with regional and international counterparts following the conclusion of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Iran and the United States, as Tehran seeks to consolidate support for the agreement and ensure its full implementation.

Sports

Roberto Piazza targets 2028 Olympics quota

TEHRAN - Iran men's national volleyball coach Roberto Piazza has reaffirmed that securing a place at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics remains the team's ultimate objective, expressing full confidence in his players and the team's setter despite recent criticism.
Iran, Belgium chase first Group G victory: 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN – Iran national football team will face in a pivotal Group G clash at Los Angeles Stadium Sunday night, with all four teams in the group deadlocked on one point apiece.
Ahmad Kohani claims Asian Championships bronze on rings

TEHRAN - Iranian artistic gymnast Mehdi Ahmad Kohani secured a bronze medal in the men's rings final at the Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships, marking a successful return to international competition after a two-year absence.

Culture

Families of Minab’s martyred students honored at Imam Ali (AS) Shrine

TEHRAN- A special ceremony was held at the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf on Wednesday to honor the families of the martyred students of Minab, marking a profound gesture of solidarity and spiritual kinship.
“The Book of Doors” published in Persian

TEHRAN- A Persian translation of British author Gareth Brown’s novel “The Book of Doors” has recently been published by Milkan Publications in Tehran.
Eco Cultural Institute hosts commemoration ceremony honoring Magtymguly Pyragy

Tehran - The ECO Cultural Institute (ECI) hosted a commemorative ceremony entitled “Magtymguly Pyragy: The Voice of Unity and Cultural Renaissance” on Wednesday, bringing together diplomats, academics, researchers, and cultural figures to celebrate the enduring legacy of the renowned Turkmen poet, philosopher, and thinker.

Economy

Tehran, Moscow focus on banking co-op development, facilitating trade exchanges

TEHRAN- The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), in a meeting with the Governor of the Central Bank of Russia, emphasized the expansion of banking cooperation, increasing bilateral trade, and strengthening the North-South Corridor.
Iran presents its priority project list to Islamic Development Bank

TEHRAN- The Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance and Head of the Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran, as the alternate member of the Board of Executive Directors of the Islamic Development Bank, met and held talks with Mohammed Al-Jasser, the President of the Islamic Development Bank.
Iran's plan to connect electricity grids of SCO member states welcomed

TEHRAN- The Deputy Head of the Renewable Energy Organization and Electricity Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) announced the welcoming of Iran's plan to connect the electricity grids of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states and said: The development of renewables has increased the opportunity for convergence.

Society

Knowledge-based company develops nano kit for early detection of gastric cancer

TEHRAN – An Iranian knowledge-based company has managed to develop a nano diagnostic kit for early detection of antigens associated with helicobacter pylori, which is the most frequent cause of chronic gastritis, duodenal ulcer, and stomach cancer.
DOE, UNEP to boost co-op on documenting war damage

TEHRAN— The head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, and the under-secretary-general of the United Nations and Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), Inger Andersen, have discussed ways to expand cooperation on documenting war environmental impacts in the country.
CPDI depicts ways to improve Iran’s sci-tech co-op with BRICS

TEHRAN – The Center for Progress and Development of Iran (CPDI) has prepared a report illustrating Iran’s participation in scientific, technological, and innovation cooperation within BRICS, as well as strategic opportunities and required measures to enhance the country's role in this sector.

Tourism

Ancient DNA reveals Zagros foothills as Bronze Age crossroads of peoples and cultures

TEHRAN - The Zagros mountain range and its foothills have long served as a crossroads for the movement of peoples, cultures, and languages. A question that has occupied scholars for decades is whether these cultural influences and population movements were accompanied by significant genetic changes. New research published in Genome Biology, which analyzed the ancient DNA of 17 individuals from the archaeological site of Bakr Awa in Iraqi Kurdistan, located in the western foothills of the Zagros, offers important insights into this question.
Iran showcases culture and handicrafts in Mexico City

TEHRAN – Iran's pavilion at the Chapultepec village cultural exhibition in Mexico City has drown large numbers of visitors, media representatives and cultural figures, showcasing the country's handicrafts, cultural heritage, traditional arts and cuisine, organizers said on Saturday.
Malileh Kari of Zanjan: a legacy of Persian silver filigree

TEHRAN – Malileh Kari, the traditional Persian art of silver filigree, is one of Iran’s most distinguished handicrafts and a defining symbol of the northwestern city of Zanjan. Renowned for its delicate craftsmanship and intricate designs, the art has earned the city international recognition and helped secure its place on the global map of traditional arts.

International

The war on Muharram epitomizes the Bahraini monarchy’s terminal terror

TEHRAN — The sulfurous sting of tear gas has become the Al Khalifa regime’s preferred incense for the month of Muharram. In the early hours of June 17, the village of Abu Saiba, a quiet Shia enclave on the outskirts of Manama, was turned into a battlefield.
Civilian deaths mount in southern Lebanon as Israeli aggression escalates despite ceasefire

TEHRAN – Despite the so-called ceasefire agreement, the Israeli regime has intensified its attacks on southern Lebanon, killing at least 30 people, including women and children.
In a city of rubble and martyrs’ posters, Ashura becomes the war’s requiem

TEHRAN — The procession moved with solemn purpose through streets that barely resembled a city. Flanked by mounds of pulverized concrete and snarled metal, the crowd chanted and beat their chests.