TEHRAN PAPERS

Assassination is never a successful way to eliminate the opponent

TEHRAN - In a note, Hamshahri discussed the assassination of two senior judges in Tehran and wrote: Terrorists believe that by assassinating the leaders of the opposition side, they can remove obstacles and achieve their goals without any resistance.

Palestinian Islamic Jihad praises Iran's support, vows to continue resistance

TEHRAN – Secretary-General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement Ziad al-Nakhala has expressed deep appreciation for the courageous stance and unwavering support of Iran toward the people of Gaza.

Gaza ceasefire deal marks historic defeat for Israel, says IRGC commander

TEHRAN – The commander of the Quds Force of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani, has described the recent ceasefire between Hamas and Israel as a significant blow to the occupying regime.

Farewell ceremony held for martyred judges in Tehran

TEHRAN - Iran mourns the loss of two prominent judiciary figures, Ali Razini, head of Branch 39 of the Supreme Court, and Mohammad Moqiseh, head of Branch 53, who were tragically martyred in a terrorist attack at their workplace on Saturday.

‘Americans call them red wasps:’ Iran reveals underground base housing fast attack craft

TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has unveiled a new strategic underground base along the southern coast of Iran, near the Persian Gulf, housing myriads of fast attack craft.

Iran's top general in Pakistan for military and security talks

TEHRAN – Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, has emphasized the strengthening of military and security ties between Iran and Pakistan during his trip to the neighboring country.

Ayatollah Khamenei leads funeral prayer for two prominent judges assassinated in Tehran

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei led prayers on Sunday for two prominent Iranian judges who lost their lives in an armed attack the previous day.

10 questions and answers about Iran-Russia strategic partnership treaty

TEHRAN – Tehran and Moscow deepened their strategic alliance on Friday with the inking of the Treaty on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation in an official signing ceremony attended by President Masoud Pezeshkian and President Vladimir Putin.

UNESCO-registered Rabab instrument rooted in Eastern Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan, official says

TEHRAN — The head of the Department for Intangible Cultural Heritage at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Alireza Izadi, has emphasized that the Rabab, a traditional musical instrument, has ancient and valuable roots in the eastern part of Iran, particularly in Sistan-Baluchestan province.

Iranian climber Rekabi invited to 2026 Youth Olympics

TEHRAN – Iranian climber Elnaz Rekabi will participate at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) as a role model.

Minister hails Tajikistan’s enduring love for Iran and Persian language

TEHRAN – The Iranian tourism minister Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has said he feels proud of the Tajik people’s unwavering love for Iran and the Persian language.

‘Bye Genocide Joe’: Social media reflects on Biden’s legacy on Gaza

As Joseph Biden’s US presidency comes to an end, many on social media this week are saying that his legacy boils down to one thing: his active role in Israel’s fifteen-month war on Gaza, which has been widely defined as a "genocide" by human rights organizations, international bodies and scholars.

Pope calls for Gaza ceasefire to be ‘immediately respected’

Pope Francis called Sunday for a ceasefire in Gaza to be “immediately respected” as he thanked mediators and urged a boost in humanitarian aid as well as the return of hostages.

Privatization to drive efficiency in Iran’s industrial parks

TEHRAN – Reza Ansari, head of the Iran Small Industries and Industrial Parks Organization (ISIPO), has emphasized the need to shift from government-managed industrial parks to non-governmental ones, highlighting their higher efficiency. Over 90 percent of industrial parks in the country are currently government-owned.

Export of farmed caviar rises 112% in 9 months on year

TEHRAN – Naser Karami-Rad, Director-General of the Office for the Restoration and Conservation of Genetic Aquatic Resources at Iran's Fisheries Organization (IFO), announced a 112 percent increase in the country's official exports of farmed caviar during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year 1403 (March 20 – December 20, 2024), compared to the total exports of the previous year.

Tehran, Baghdad ink action plan for scientific cooperation

TEHRAN –Iran and Iraq have signed an action plan to give a boost to their scientific collaborations.

Iran ranks third in traditional medicine trials in ICTRP

TEHRAN – According to a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), Iran ranks third in traditional medicine trials in the International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP), highlighting the country’s status as one of the world's pioneers in traditional and complementary medicine.

Iran, Russia to foster health ties under strategic partnership

TEHRAN –The Treaty on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Russia and Iran covers several core areas including the health sector.

TCCIMA calls for simplifying tax regulations for transport companies

TEHRAN – Peyman Sanandaji, head of the Transport Committee at the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA), has urged the government to address tax-related challenges faced by transport companies, which hinder progress toward a company-centered transport system in Iran.

Tehran, Moscow reach agreements on rail, air, sea, and road transport

TEHRAN - Iran's Transport and Urban Development Minister outlined key agreements between the presidents of Iran and Russia, covering rail, air, sea, and road transport for both goods and passengers.

Mirzaeian Choir and Orchestra to perform at Vahdat Hall

TEHRAN- The Mirzaeian Choir and Orchestra, under the baton of Serjik Mirzaeian, will take the stage at Tehran's Vahdat Hall on Sunday evening.