Tehran Times

2025-03-21 16:15
Leader warns US will face 'severe blows' for any malicious act

TEHRAN - On the first day of the year 1404 in the Iranian solar calendar [March 21, 2025], the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, met with thousands of people from various walks of life.
- Leader names 1404 the year of "Investments for Production"

Kremlin says Iran has right to nuclear energy, acting in line with international law

TEHRAN - Iran has the right to peaceful nuclear energy and is acting in line with international law, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday.
Leader names 1404 the year of "Investments for Production"

TEHRAN — In his annual message marking the start of the new Iranian year (1404 in the Persian calendar), the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, named the year "Investments for Production."
Iran committed to ‘diplomacy and dialogue’, FM says in Persian New Year message

TEHRAN – In a message on the onset of the Persian New Year, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is committed to “diplomacy and dialogue” as alternatives to sanctions and threats in regard to its civilian nuclear program.
Trump’s approach toward Iran suffers from fundamental contradiction: Hill

Publicizing a letter before it reaches intended recipient is an unusual diplomatic move

TEHRAN - In an opinion piece on March 17, The Hill wrote that Donald Trump’s approach toward Iran “suffers from fundamental contradiction”.
Putin congratulates Ayatollah Khamenei, Pezeshkian on Nowruz

TEHRAN - The Kremlin announced in a statement on Friday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a congratulatory message to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian on the Persian New Year, Nowruz.

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US and Israel to meet for Iran talks next week

The US and Israel are set to convene a strategic meeting on Iran's nuclear program as the administration of President Donald Trump ramps up its maximum pressure campaign on Tehran, Middle East Eye reported.
Tehran writes to UN about US threatening language against Iran

TEHRAN – Tehran’s ambassador to the UN has denounced inflammatory remarks by Donald Trump and his senior officials against Iran and said Washington’s accusations against the Islamic Republic regarding Yemen are entirely “baseless”.
Iran’s nuclear program: double standards of Western pressure

TEHRAN – The discussion regarding Iran’s nuclear program is once more at the forefront of U.S. foreign policy talks, with a recent article from the Wall Street Journal advocating for the total nuclear disarmament of Iran.

Iran start 2025 AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup on high

TEHRAN - Iran kicked off their AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2025 campaign with an emphatic 12-2 victory over Indonesia in Group C at the Jomtien Beach Arena on Friday.
Iran beat UAE at 2026 World Cup qualifier

TEHRAN - Iran moved within a point of sealing a fourth consecutive FIFA World Cup appearance after defeating United Arab Emirates 2-0 in their AFC Asian Qualifiers – Road to 26 Group A tie on Thursday.
Victory against UAE will confirm Iran’s spot at 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN - Victory for Iran against the UAE in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to 26 on Thursday will almost surely confirm their spot at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

"Dreams on a Pillow": tap to journey through Nakba

TEHRAN-In the world of mobile games, where quick reflexes and high scores often take center stage, some experiences go beyond mere entertainment. "Dreams on a Pillow" is one such game—a mobile adventure that not only challenges your skills but also immerses you in a powerful emotional journey through one of the most defining moments in Palestinian history: the Nakba of 1948.
Ariana Neumann’s “When Time Stopped” available in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “When Time Stopped: A Memoir of My Father's War and What Remains” written by Ariana Neumann has been released in the bookstores across Iran.
Veteran Iranian graphic designer, painter Kamran Katouzian passes away

TEHRAN-The veteran Iranian graphic designer and painter Kamran Katouzian passed away in Tehran on Saturday at 83.

Iran exports $17m worth of tea; Russia, India top destinations

TEHRAN – Iran has exported 13,000 tons of tea worth $17 million over the past 11 months, with Russia and India as the main destinations, the head of the Iran Tea Organization said.
Iran exports commodities worth $95.3m to Kyrgyzstan in 10 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported commodities valued at $95.322 million to Kyrgyzstan in the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), the spokesperson for the Trade Development Committee of the House of Industry, Mining, and Trade announced.
Daily gasoline consumption expected to reach 135m liters during Nowruz

TEHRAN – Iran’s daily gasoline consumption is expected to hit 135 million liters during the Nowruz holidays, up from the current 124 million liters per day, the head of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) said.

Tehran to host first symposium on AI in health

TEHRAN –The first symposium on artificial intelligence in health, with a focus on smart hospitals, is planned to be held in Tehran in the summer.
Shiraz, St. Petersburg universities conducting joint research projects

TEHRAN –Shiraz University and St. Petersburg University are conducting ten collaborative research projects.
Rainfall drops by 36% in current water year

TEHRAN – From the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2024) till March 14, precipitations across the country amounted to 96.6 mm, indicating a 36-percent decrease compared to 152.4 mm recorded in the same period last year, according to the Metrological Organization.

Nowruz in Tehran embraces tranquility amidst urban splendor

TEHRAN - As Nowruz approaches, Tehran’s hustle and bustle gives way to serene tranquility, offering visitors a unique perspective on the Iranian capital.
Kish Island to host new museum dedicated to Islamic heritage

TEHRAN - A historical building on Kish Island is set to be converted into a museum dedicated to showcasing Islamic-era relics and arts following a newly signed agreement between the Dafineh Museums Group and the Kish Free Zone Organization.
UNESCO-listed Nowruz celebrated at Persepolis with Central Asian diplomats

TEHRAN – A multinational Nowruz remembrance was held at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Persepolis, bringing together ambassadors from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan to celebrate the ancient Persian New Year.

No nation in history has endured oppression as profoundly as Jewish people

This is my sincere and unfiltered perspective as a Muslim in the Middle East: No other people have suffered so tragically from mass atrocities, the slaughter of women and children, and the collective loss of both life and dignity throughout world history.
Over 400 killed as Israel resumes war on Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday’s air attacks that killed hundreds of Palestinians in Gaza are “only the beginning” and Israel will press ahead until it realizes all its war goals, destroying Hamas and freeing all captives held by the group.
Beyond the bricks: CIPCC's memorable expedition to the Great Wall of China

BEIJING- Imagine standing atop a structure that snakes across mountains as far as the eye can see. The Great Wall of China is more than just bricks and stones. It's a symbol of history, resilience, and human ingenuity.