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Iranians in Yazd, Mashhad, and Bushehr hold mourning ceremonies for martyred Leader

TEHRAN – In the wake of the martyrdom of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, mourning ceremonies have been held across several Iranian cities, including Yazd, Mashhad, and Bushehr.

Today 01:16

Mearsheimer: Israel Drew U.S. into ‘Catastrophic War’

TEHRAN- Renowned American political scientist Professor John Mearsheimer delivered a forceful critique during a speech at the Arab Center in Washington, D.C., blaming Israel for pulling the United States into 'a disastrous war' and for obstructing efforts to reach a ceasefire.

Today 01:14

Iran’s strong diplomacy aims to secure regional stability: Velayati

TEHRAN- Ali Akbar Velayati, a senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution on international affairs, says Iran’s robust diplomatic approach is focused on safeguarding national sovereignty and promoting regional peace and stability.

Today 01:11

Iran to UN: Assassination of Kharrazi is an attack on diplomacy itself

TEHRAN- Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has said that Israel’s assassination of the senior Iranian official, Kamal Kharrazi, reflects a deliberate pattern of criminal conduct aimed at silencing advocates of peaceful engagement and systematically undermining diplomatic pathways.

Today 01:07

Ashish Prashar says Washington and Tel Aviv underestimated Iran’s preparedness

U.S.-Israeli pressure on Iran risks strategic failure: Political strategist

TEHRAN — Ashish Prashar, an award-winning political strategist and human rights advocate who has advised senior political figures in the United States and Europe, spoke with Tehran Times about the implications of the U.S.–Israeli attacks on Iran since February 28.

Today 00:53

By Shahrokh Saei

Tehran enters Islamabad talks with deep distrust of Washington

TEHRAN - High-profile Iranian and American officials held their first round of talks in Pakistan on Saturday in the wake of a two-week ceasefire, following a 40-day US–Israeli war against Iran that began on February 28.

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Yesterday 20:59

“Iran Symphony” unveiled in Italy

TEHRAN – At a ceremony in Italy, the musical work “Iran Symphony,” composed by the renowned Italian musician Antonio Pappalardo was unveiled.

Yesterday 20:53

Artists, cultural figures to honor Martyr Leader at Tehran’s Vahdat Hall

TEHRAN – The 40th-day mourning ceremony for the Martyrdom of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei by the American-Zionist enemy will be held with the presence of cultural, artistic, and media figures at Vahdat Hall in Tehran on Sunday.

Yesterday 20:48

12th Islamic Revolution Art Week kicks off with nationwide street performances

TEHRAN- The 12th edition of the Islamic Revolution Art Week officially commenced nationwide on Thursday, marking the martyrdom anniversary of Seyyed Morteza Avini.

Yesterday 20:44

Drying intl. wetlands in Golestan province coming back to life

TEHRAN – Three international wetlands of northern Golestan province, which were drying due to drought in previous years, are being restored thanks to recent rainfall, the head of the provincial Department of Environment has said.

Yesterday 20:40

Blood donation among women, first-time donors on rise during war

TEHRAN – Since the beginning of the US-Israeli imposed war on February 28, there has been a notable growth in the number of women and first-time donors referring to blood donation centers across the country, an official with the Blood Transfusion Organization has said.

Yesterday 20:38

The untrustworthy America cannot be relied upon

Siasat-e-Rooz, in its editorial, addressed the issue of the ceasefire and the United States’ record of breaking commitments. It wrote: A ceasefire has now been established after 40 days of war—the same ceasefire that the martyred Leader had emphasized should not dominate the country’s atmosphere.

Yesterday 20:37

Hezbollah chief praises Ayatollah Khamenei’s enduring legacy on 40th day after his martyrdom

Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem issued a statement on the 40th day since the martyrdom of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei praising his legacy and inspiration to the regional resistance.

Yesterday 20:37

By staff writer

A leaky umbrella: The fraying myth of US security pacts

TEHRAN – For a long time, Washington has peddled the same story to the world: hand your security over to us, and all you need to do is obey and pay. Once, there were those who believed it. Now, even the storyteller can no longer keep the tale straight.

Yesterday 20:36

By Maedeh Zaman Fashami

20 million Iranians, one voice: The story of the grassroots ‘JANFADA’ campaign

TEHRAN - At a time when the world is more divided than ever grappling with crises, polarization, and social fractures, the emergence of large-scale grassroots movements takes on a meaning far beyond ordinary collective action. The “Janfada” campaign is one such phenomenon: an initiative that began on March 29 and, in a remarkably short time, has reached a staggering figure, over 21 million participants at the time of writing.

Yesterday 20:36

‘Minab 168’ flight: Iran carries the weight of US aggression into Islamabad talks

TEHRAN – As Iran’s delegation departed for negotiations with the United States in Pakistan, the journey itself became an act of remembrance — and a quiet indictment.

Yesterday 20:36

‘Damage to Pasteur Institute of Iran threatens regional health security’

TEHRAN – Mario Moreira, President of the Pasteur Network, has expressed concern over the destruction of Pasteur Institute of Iran, targeted by the US-Israeli airstrikes on April 2, and warned of the potential regional impacts as it disrupts the major role of this century-old pillar of global health in prevention and control of existing and rising health threats in the region.

Yesterday 19:19

41st Night Of Supporting Iran

Yesterday 19:16

Minab Kids Accompanying Negotiators

Yesterday 16:40

Team Iran arrive in Sanya for Asian Beach Games

TEHRAN - After a lengthy journey, Iran’s athletic delegation has officially landed in Sanya, China, the host city for the upcoming Asian Beach Games.

Yesterday 16:35

Iran’s Benyamin Faraji secures spot in 2026 Youth Olympic Games

TEHRAN - The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) has officially announced that Iran’s rising star, Benyamin Faraji, has earned qualification for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games.

Yesterday 16:31

FIFA confirms Iran’s 2026 World Cup matches will go ahead in the U.S.

TEHRAN - FIFA has put an end to speculation surrounding Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, confirming that Team Melli’s matches will take place in the United States as originally scheduled. The proposal to relocate Iran’s fixtures to Mexico has been rejected.

Yesterday 15:50

Shipping costs in region increased up to threefold

TEHRAN- Shipping costs are influenced by various factors, including wars and military tensions. With any level of military tension, shipping costs typically change, with increased risk being one of these factors.

Yesterday 15:49

Government pursuing a plan to compensate industrial, production units damaged in war

TEHRAN- The head of the Iran Chamber of Industries and Mines stated that issues related to paying facilities, compensating damages, and supporting industrial units are on the government's serious agenda.

Yesterday 15:38

‘Strait of Hormuz to determine future of global economy’

TEHRAN- An economic expert, stating that the Strait of Hormuz will determine the future of the global economy, said: Given the $40 trillion debt of the US federal government and Russia's decision to sell oil in yuan, not only will America's position in global trade weaken, but it will also further cement China's role in the global economy.

Yesterday 15:32

Economic consequences of US-Israeli attack on Iran & ensuing war on global price stability

TEHRAN- The prospect of a coordinated US-Israeli military attack on Iran, followed by a full-scale regional war, is not merely a geopolitical crisis—it is a looming economic catastrophe.

Yesterday 01:15

By Wesam Bahrani

Hezbollah strikes Zionist regime after Lebanon massacre

TEHRAN – Hezbollah has intensified its attacks on the Zionist regime, launching non-stop rocket barrages and long-range missiles.

Yesterday 01:13

“Strategic success beyond imagination”

TEHRAN – A senior expert says Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy corridor, is a “strategic success beyond imagination.”

Yesterday 01:07

By Garsha Vazirian

Why the war on Iran will dictate the next era in American politics

On Washington’s deepening fissures, the economic backlash, and the right’s good-cop, bad-cop routine

TEHRAN — The fragile two-week ceasefire that took effect around April 8, decidedly not a victory for Washington or Tel Aviv, has forced Iran’s adversaries to confront the limits of their military pressure and the internal rivalries that both fuel the war and are now being reshaped by its possible fallout.