TEHRAN PAPERS

We should not show weakness by insisting on negotiations

TEHRAN - In an interview with Foad Izadi, an expert on American affairs, Kayhan discussed the relationship between not negotiating with the United States and preserving national interests.

Greenland's opposition wins election dominated by independence and Trump

Greenland's center-right opposition has won a surprise general election victory - in a vote dominated by independence and US President Donald Trump's pledge to take over the semi-autonomous territory.

By Mohammed Amin in Port Sudan, Sudan

Sudan's biggest 'jihadi' group says it will disband once it defeats the RSF

The office in Port Sudan has no distinguishing features. No sign on the outside, no indication of what’s going on inside.

Strategic military ties strengthened as Iran, Belarus ink defense agreement in Minsk

TEHRAN – Iran and Belarus solidified their partnership by signing a defense cooperation agreement on Wednesday, a move both nations described as critical to countering shared security threats and advancing a multipolar world order.

Iran, China, and Russia to convene in Beijing to discuss nuclear issue, sanctions removal

TEHRAN – In a move to counter Western economic pressure and reinvigorate nuclear negotiations, Iran, China, and Russia are scheduled to hold trilateral talks in Beijing this Friday.

Iran to publish list of US elements involved in terrorism

TEHRAN – Iran is compiling a list of American individuals it’s found are linked to terrorist actions, a Foreign Ministry official has announced.

Senior Emirati diplomat arrives in Tehran with Trump’s letter

TEHRAN – Anwar Gargash, the diplomatic advisor to the President of the United Arab Emirates, was received by Iran’s foreign minister in Tehran on Wednesday, as he carried a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump. 

Iranian court holds US responsible for divers' massacre in Iran-Iraq War

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, coinciding with Martyrs' Day, a Tehran court announced a verdict condemning the United States for its role in the brutal killing of Iranian divers captured during Operation Karbala-4 in the 1980s Iran-Iraq War.

‘Do whatever the hell you want,’ Pezeshkian says in response to Trump's threatening language  

TEHRAN – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has repeated the country’s stance on talks with the United States, saying Tehran will not engage with Washington under any circumstances as long as President Donald Trump keeps sanctions in place and threatens Iran with military action. 

Persian vocalist Sina Sarlak to Perform in Los Angeles

TEHRAN-The acclaimed Iranian vocalist Sina Sarlak will perform in Los Angeles next month, together with Raz Band.

Lasting legacy of Hakim Nizami commemorated in Tehran

TEHRAN-Hakim Nizami is a poet who has an enduring status and lasting legacy throughout the Persian-speaking lands. With the power of poetry, he took a step in Iranian literature that is everlasting, the Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance said.

“Picasso in Tehran” exhibition opens at TMoCA

TEHRAN-“Picasso in Tehran” exhibition featuring works by Pablo Picasso opened at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art (TMoCA) on Tuesday evening.

West Asia can ensure its own security, foreigners should stay out: Iran Navy commander

TEHRAN – Iran's Navy Commander, Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, stated that countries in West Asia are capable of handling their own security and urged external actors to rethink their involvement in the region. 

Fearing for their lives, Syrian Alawites flee into Lebanon: LA Times

MASAOUDIYEH, Lebanon — Hassan Suleiman huffed in the morning sun, sweating despite the ice-cold water running up to his shins under the weight of the child sitting on his shoulders, a backpack and a full-to-bursting plastic bag he carried across the Kabir River.

Lebanese forces 'heavily focused' on preventing conflict as Syrian Alawites flee across border

The Lebanese Armed Forces have been deployed heavily in the north of the country to prevent potential conflict and after thousands of fleeing Syrian Alawites crossed the border, reigniting tension, security sources told The National on Wednesday.

By Mahnaz Abdi

Foreign media delegation astonished by Jiayuguan history

JIAYUGUAN- A number of foreign journalists from different countries visited some astonishing historical sites in Jiayuguan city, in China’s northwestern Gansu province, on Wednesday.

Iran beach soccer team named for 2025 Asian Cup

TEHRAN – Iran beach soccer coach head coach Ali Naderi announced his 12-man side for the 2025 AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup.

IRCS ready for Nowruz services

The Iranian Red Crescent Society held a drill on Tuesday for dispatching forces to different parts of the country to offer services to travelers during the Nowruz holidays, which start on March 21.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Regular screening key to kidney health

TEHRAN –Regular screening, adhering to nutritional guidelines, and avoiding risky behaviors are the effective ways to keep kidneys healthy and prevent kidney cancer, an official with the health ministry has said.

Normal, less than normal precipitation forecast for a month

TEHRAN –Average rainfall is forecasted to be less than normal from March 10 to April 4 and normal from April 5 to 20, according to the Metrological Organization.

Iranian, Polish universities to boost scientific ties

TEHRAN –Marcin Wilczek, the chargé d’affaires of Poland in Iran, and Elham Aminzadeh, the vice president of the University of Tehran for international affairs, have explored avenues for developing scientific interactions between the universities of the two countries.

Iranian teams learn fate at AVC Men's and Women's Volleyball Champions League

TEHRAN - The draw for the 1st Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Men's and Women's Volleyball Champions League has been completed, and the Iranian teams have learned their opponents.

UNDP, DOE beef up ties to tackle air pollution

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance the country’s capacity to address air pollution using new technologies.

Ansarallah says ‘any Israeli vessel’ in waters off Yemen again a target

The Yemeni resistance group is warning shippers that “any Israeli vessel” travelling through the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden is now a target, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday.

Iran’s non-oil export to Saudi Arabia rises 99 times

TEHRAN- The value of Iran’s non-oil export to Saudi Arabia increased by 99 times during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-December 21, 2024), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, according to Ruhollah Latifi, spokesperson for the Trade Development Committee of the House of Industry, Mining, and Trade.

‘Expanding trade with Kuwait requires visa facilitation, land transport route’

TEHRAN – The head of the Iran-Kuwait Joint Chamber of Commerce said economic relations between the two countries are hindered by issues such as the lack of visa issuance for Iranians and the absence of a land transport route for goods.

'Diplomatic engagements key to enhancing Iran Expo 2025’s impact'

TEHRAN - Hossein Pir-Moazzen, Vice President of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA), has emphasized the crucial role of diplomatic interactions in maximizing the effectiveness of Iran Expo 2025.

NISOC, NIOC sign cooperation agreement

TEHRAN – The National Iranian South Oil Company (NISOC) and the Exploration Directorate of the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) have signed a cooperation agreement to enhance collaboration in exploration, development, and production processes.

Iran issues permits for 29,000 MW of solar power plants

TEHRAN – Iran has issued permits for 29,000 megawatts (MW) of solar power capacity, reflecting growing private sector interest in renewable energy. However, the Planning and Budget Organization and economic authorities must further facilitate investment conditions for private sector participation.