Tehran Times

2025-04-01 22:09
White House spins Iran's defensive preparations as 'military threats' in response to Tehran Times

TEHRAN - The White House reacted to an exclusive report by the Tehran Times, which revealed on Sunday that Iran has readied missiles inside its sprawling underground facilities to respond to a potential U.S. attack on its nuclear sites, a threat President Donald Trump has been throwing ever since he took office in January.
- Russia warns of 'catastrophic' consequences if US strikes Iran
- Missile capabilities secured Iran’s seat at negotiation table: Araghchi

Russia says seeks solutions to Iran's nuclear program that respect right to civilian nuclear energy

Russia says US threats of military strikes on Iran are unacceptable and illegal

TEHRAN - Russia said on Thursday that threats of military strikes against Iran were “unacceptable and illegal” and warned that attacking the Islamic Republic could lead to potentially catastrophic results if nuclear installations were bombed, U.S. News reported.
No such thing as ‘military option’ let alone ‘military solution’ to Iran nuclear issue: Tehran

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stressed the importance of diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear program, warning there is no “military solution” as tensions escalate following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to bomb Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
Iran to Grossi: IAEA must take clear stance on military threats against Iran’s nuclear sites

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) must take a clear position regarding military threats against Iran's nuclear facilities by the Donald Trump administration.
Trump puts tariffs on islands inhabited only by penguins

President Donald Trump has announced new tariffs on a collection of remote islands—despite the fact that their only residents are penguins.
Gaza rescuers ‘executed by gunshots either in the head or chest’

The Israeli military killed 15 medics and emergency workers in southern Gaza and buried the bodies with their ambulances and rescue vehicles last month.

Politics

Pezeshkian talks to MBS, says Iran ready to allay nuclear concerns based on mutual respect

TEHRAN - President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran is “ready to engage in dialogue” to ease possible concerns about its nuclear activities “based on mutual interests and respect.”
Regional sedition won’t halt Israel’s rapid move towards decline: IRGC

TEHRAN - Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the resistance front will finally put an end to the “disgraceful” existence of Palestine’s occupiers.
Tehran criticizes EU for being silent on US military threats

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday criticized the European Union for not taking a stance against the provocative remarks of U.S. officials against Iran, saying this approach undoubtedly poses a threat to international peace and security.

Sports

Iran move up in FIFA Futsal Men’s World Ranking

TEHRAN – Iran moved up one place to fifth in the FIFA Futsal Men’s World Ranking released on Friday.
Iran unchanged in FIFA rankings

TEHRAN – Iran national football team remained in 18th place in the latest FIFA ranking released on Thursday.
Sepahan complete signing of Ben Yedder

TEHRAN - Sepahan Isfahan football club announced the signing of French striker Wissam Ben Yedder on a free transfer.

Culture

"The Storm Still Rages” launches in Caracas, showcasing global artistic solidarity

CARACAS- The international poster and illustration exhibition titled “The Storm Still Rages” has arrived in the city of Caracas, Venezuela.
Venezuelans express solidarity for Palestine during Quds Day observance

Caracas- The Quds Day ceremony was held in the capital of Venezuela, Caracas, on Friday evening, receiving a warm welcome from the people of Venezuela, local Muslims, as well as Iranian and Palestinian residents.
"Traces of Resistance" opens in Caracas

Caracas – The cultural-artistic event "Traces of Resistance," featuring works by prominent artists from Iran and Latin America, was inaugurated during a ceremony at the National Art Museum of Caracas on Tuesday in Venezuela.

Economy

Iran, Turkmenistan agree to launch pilot passenger train service

TEHRAN – Iran and Turkmenistan have reached an agreement to launch a pilot passenger train service and increase rail freight capacity to 400 wagons, Iran’s transport minister said upon returning from Ashgabat.
Major contracts signed in Iran’s oil, gas industry in a year

TEHRAN – Iran’s Oil Ministry subsidiaries recorded a strong performance in the previous Iranian calendar year (ended on March 20) by signing notable medium- and large-scale contracts, marking a significant step toward expanding the country’s hydrocarbon industry.
Iran exports non-oil goods worth $2.2b to Pakistan in 11 months

TEHRAN – Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $2.2 billion to Pakistan during the 11-month period from March 20, 2024 to February 18, 2025, the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.

Society

Iran among countries rich in genetic reserves

TEHRAN – Being home to over 37,000 unique animal species, Iran is one of the richest countries in genetic reserves, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.
Iran proposes BRICS to establish green innovation, plastic waste management funds

TEHRAN –Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment (DOE), has suggested member states of BRICS set up a joint green innovation fund for supporting projects on climate change adaptation in developing countries, and a global fund for managing plastic pollution.
IRCS, Tajikistan discuss fostering ties on health, humanitarian issues

TEHRAN—Pirhossein Kolivand, the head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), and Zohidi Nizomiddin Shamsiddinzoda, the ambassador of Tajikistan to Tehran, have explored avenues for boosting collaborations in health and humanitarian fields.

Tourism

Over 5.3 million travelers visit Isfahan province during Nowruz

TEHRAN – The governor-general of Isfahan province, Mehdi Jamalinejad, announced that more than 5.3 million people have visited Isfahan’s historical and cultural attractions since the beginning of the Nowruz holidays.
Minister underlines job creation at opening of 5-star hotel in northern Iran

TEHRAN – Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Minister Seyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has announced that a private sector investment of $150 million in a newly built five-star hotel in Nowshahr has led to the creation of 900 jobs in Mazandaran province, northern Iran.
Chogha Hill: a tourism delight in 'Little Paris'

TEHRAN - Chogha Hill, known as the "Roof of Borujerd," has become one of the city's most prominent tourist and recreational centers.

International

A pearl of Chinese culture: The art of inside-bottle painting at Hongqiao Market

BEIJING - Hongqiao Market, commonly referred to as the Pearl Market, is a feast for the senses in the Chinese capital Beijing.
China’s Hainan Island: A must-visit for tourism and investment

HAINAN, China - Hainan Island is rapidly establishing itself as one of China's most attractive locations for tourists and investors from around the globe.
China’s New Quality Productive Forces: Driving Innovation and Global Collaboration

The term “new quality productive forces” has become the heartbeat of China’s development. For the second consecutive year, this vision has been highlighted in China’s government work report, and its impact is already visible across the country. From cutting-edge robotics to green energy solutions, China is redefining what it means to innovate in the 21st century.

Russia says US threats of military strikes on Iran are unacceptable and illegal