Iranshahr Theater hosting “The Murder of Mr. Haversham”

TEHRAN – Iranshahr Theater in Tehran is hosting the play “The Murder of Mr. Haversham” every night on the stage of its Master Samandarian Hall.

IAF to show by Mike Flanagan’s “The Life of Chuck”

TEHRAN – The 2024 American fantasy drama film “The Life of Chuck” written and directed by Mike Flanagan will be screened at the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Friday.

Two Iranian films participating in 4th Ethnological Film Festival in Montenegro

TEHRAN – The Iranian feature documentary “Isatis” directed by Alireza Dehghan opened the 4th Ethnological Film Festival in Risan, Montenegro, on August 30, and the short film “Shadow of the King” by Hadi Shariati is taking part in the event.

TEHRAN PAPERS

Either seeking diplomacy or rushing to sanctions

TEHRAN - Etemad examined Europe's haste to send a letter to the United Nations Security Council to invoke the snapback mechanism in an interview with Rahman Ghahremanpour, an expert on international affairs.

Russia and China join Iran to reject E3 ‘snapback’ trigger as legally baseless

TEHRAN – In a move that appeared to signal unity, Iran, Russia, and China jointly denounced the European powers' (E3) attempt to trigger the JCPOA’s so-called snapback mechanism as “legally baseless” and “politically destructive.”

Iran says ready to send humanitarian assistance to quake-hit Afghanistan

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced Tehran’s readiness to provide humanitarian assistance following a devastating earthquake that struck the eastern province of Kunar late Sunday, killing hundreds and injuring thousands.

Iran’s intelligence unveils identities of Israeli drone operators, IRIB reports

The Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) has aired a documentary-style report highlighting the achievements of Iranian intelligence in penetrating Israel’s drone network during the recent conflict.

Indonesian ambassador meets Iranian Media, stresses cultural and people-to-people ties

TEHRAN – The Indonesian Ambassador to Iran, Roliansyah Sumirat, emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural relations and people-to-people connections between Iran and Indonesia, alongside traditional economic and political cooperation.

By Peiman Salehi

The snapback mechanism: Europe’s last gamble and Iran’s road to sovereignty

TEHRAN – On August 29, 2025, the European troika announced the activation of the so-called “snapback” mechanism, seeking to reimpose all UN sanctions on Iran. In Western media this move was framed as a defense of the nuclear order and international security.

Israeli terrorism cannot break Yemeni support for Palestine: Iran foreign ministry

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry has condemned Israel’s assassination of Yemeni Prime Minister Ahmed Ghaleb Al-Rahawi and eight senior officials in airstrikes on Sana’a, declaring that such “terrorist crimes” will never weaken the Yemeni nation’s steadfast backing for the Palestinian cause.

National AI congress in natural resources to spotlight challenges in education, research

TEHRAN – The first national congress on artificial intelligence (AI) in natural resources aims to focus on challenges in education, research, and its applications in agriculture, natural resources, and the environment.

Tehran to play host to Royan Intl. Twin Congress

TEHRAN –Royan International Twin Congress, including the 26th Congress on Reproductive Biomedicine, the 21st Congress on Stem Cell Biology and Technology, and the 20th seminar on Nursery and Midwifery, is planned to be held in Tehran from September 3 to 5.

100 historical coins unearthed from Kamar-Zarrin site of Isfahan

TEHRAN—Archaeologists have identified 100 historical coins during their second season of excavations in Kamar-Zarrin site in the ancient city of Isfahan, said Director General of Isfahan Cultural Heritage Department Amir Karamzadeh on Monday.

Tourism rally to run from world’s largest adobe citadel to largest adobe house

TEHRAN--The second “Brick to Brick” tourism rally will be held by the Kerman Automobile and Tourism Vehicle Association, the National Camping and Caravanning Club, and the Kerman Chamber of Commerce with the participation of campers and caravans in Kerman province during September 14-19.

Tehran-Hamedan tourist train to begin September 4

TEHRAN – A special tourist train linking Tehran and Hamedan will begin operations on September 4, officials said.

Tehran to host trade show dedicated to camping and ecotourism

TEHRAN - Iran will hold a trade show dedicated to ecotourism, camping, and related industries from Sept. 3 to 6 at Shah-e Aftab International Fairground in southern Tehran, a tourism official said on Monday.

Iranian deputy minister named evaluator for World Crafts bid

TEHRAN - Maryam Jalali-Dehkordi, Iran’s deputy minister for handicrafts and traditional arts, has been selected as an international evaluator to assess the nomination of Sibay in Russia’s Bashkortostan Republic as a World Crafts City, Iran’s Cultural Heritage News Agency reported.

Iran’s Hosseini selected MVP of 2025 FIVB U21 World Championship

TEHRAN - Iran’s Matin Hosseini was named the Most Valuable Player of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship after powering his side to a second consecutive world title in Jiangmen, China.

Iran shines at INNOVERSE 2025

TEHRAN – Iranian students have managed to grab 13 medals - three gold medals, four silver medals, and six bronze medals - at the INNOVERSE International Invention & Innovation Expo, showcasing their exceptional talents in science and technology.