Tehran Times

2025-04-25 22:10
By Soheila Zarfam

Talks III in Muscat

Indirect discussions will resume in Muscat as Iran and the U.S. work towards a potential resolution on nuclear issues

TEHRAN – Iran and the U.S. have agreed to meet for a third round of indirect talks this Saturday in Muscat, Oman.

At least 500 injured as explosion rocks Shahid Rajaee Port

TEHRAN - A huge explosion occurred at around 12.30 pm local time on Saturday at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Hormozgan Province, leaving at least 500 casualties so far.
By Sahar Dadjoo

Pushes for ties with Israel in shadow of Syria's occupation

TEHRAN - Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the leader of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and the new president of Syria, has recently made statements regarding a willingness to normalize relations with Israel—something previously inconceivable given the historical backdrop of Israeli territorial occupation of parts of Syria.
France under fire for 'medieval tactics:' Third Iranian citizen arrested for pro-Palestine activism

TEHRAN – Shahin Hazamy, a French-Iranian journalist and outspoken advocate for Palestinian rights, became the third Iranian citizen detained in France during the last 18 months for expressing solidarity with Gaza, amid intensifying criticisms that Paris is exploiting counterterrorism measures to target pro-Palestine advocacy.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

The planned polls in South Lebanon irritate anti-resistance team

BEIRUT — The anti-resistance team does not hide its objection to the municipal elections in south Lebanon that will coincide with Resistance and Liberation Day, May 25th. This reflects the anti-resistance team’s deplorable and resounding moral decline; they claim it is intentional by the Shiite duo to encourage people to vote!
By Wesam Bahrani

Intense strikes on Yemen after the Haifa operation

TEHRAN – U.S. warplanes wage intense airstrikes on Yemen following an unprecedented attack on Israeli targets in Haifa.

Politics

How Europe caused a diplomatic fallout with Iran, and how it can undo it

MADRID – In the ongoing indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States to reach a new nuclear agreement, a significant absence stands out compared to the talks that led to the landmark JCPOA: the absence of European countries.
Operation Eagle Claw: US Army fiasco in Iran’s Tabas Desert

TEHRAN – Forty-five years ago, on April 25, 1980, the United States launched a covert military operation in the northeastern Iranian Tabas desert dubbed Operation Eagle Claw, aimed at airlifting the U.S. embassy personnel who were held in Tehran. But it ended in total failure due to a sandstorm.
Iran FM arrives in Beijing to reaffirm Iran-China's strategic partnership

BEIJING - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran continues to “consult and update” China about the country’s talks with the United States over its nuclear issue.

Sports

Bottlegate in Iran football

TEHRAN - On Friday night, during a heated match between Foolad and Tractor in the Iranian football league, an incident occurred that marred the excitement of the game.
Tractor earn late dramatic win over Foolad

TEHRAN – Tractor football team earned a late dramatic 2-1 win over Foolad in 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
Gol Gohar advance to 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup semifinals

TEHRAN – Gol Gohar defeated Nassaji 3-1 in the 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup quarterfinals on Friday.

Culture

Saeed Roustayi’s “Woman and Child” enters 78th Cannes Film Festival

TEHRAN-The 78th Cannes Film Festival has announced late-breaking additions to its 2025 festival lineup, including the new film by the Iranian filmmaker Saeed Roustayi.
Culture minister emphasizes cultural collaboration with Pakistan

TEHRAN- In a meeting with his Pakistani counterpart on the sidelines of the Asia Cultural Cooperation Forum (ACCF 2025) in Hong Kong on Thursday, the Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Abbas Salehi, highlighted the importance of enhancing cultural, artistic, media, and tourism collaborations between the two neighboring countries.
Iran's "Rectangle" gains recognition at Fujairah Monodrama Festival

TEHRAN- The Iranian play "Rectangle," directed by Sahra Ramezanian, earned recognition at the 11th Fujairah International Monodrama Festival in the United Arab Emirates last week.

Economy

Iran, Russia discuss bolstering INSTC, trade, energy co-op

TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to Russia said Tehran and Moscow are determined to deepen bilateral ties across several sectors, including the International North–South Transit Corridor (INSTC), transit projects, and gas transfers. He stressed the need to strengthen trade and complete joint initiatives to enhance Iran's international standing and security.
IMF forecasts economic improvement for Iran by 2026

TEHRAN - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a modest improvement in Iran’s economic outlook, with the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) expected to grow by 1.1 percent in 2026.
Tehran, Bangkok push for closer trade ties via joint chamber, financial mechanisms

TEHRAN - Iran and Thailand are looking to strengthen bilateral trade through the establishment of a joint chamber of commerce and the creation of mutual financial mechanisms, officials from both countries said during a recent meeting in Tehran.

Society

85 Iranian universities in THE Asia university rankings 2025

TEHRAN-The Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2025 has placed 85 Iranian universities among the top Asian institutions compared to 75 universities in 2024.
Maternal health literacy secures family health

TEHRAN – Maternal health literacy is one of the main key factors in ensuring the health of the family and society. It involves engaging in preventive behaviors, adopting healthy nutrition and lifestyle, as well as promoting mental, sexual, and reproductive health.
Iran, Russia ink MOU on cell, gene therapy

TEHRAN – The Pediatric Cell and Gene Therapy Research Center of Tehran University of Medical Sciences and the Federal State Budgetary Institution “Hematological Research Center” of the Ministry of Health and Social Development of the Russian Federation have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote scientific cooperation.

Tourism

Kandelous: a living museum of history, nature, and cultural preservation

TEHRAN - Nestled in the breathtaking Mazandaran province, northern Iran, Kandelous village stands as a testament to the country’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
Salehi proposes naming 2026 as Cultural Year of Iran and China

TEHRAN--Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Seyyed Abbas Salehi suggested to name 2026 as “Year of Cultural and Tourism Cooperation Between Iran and China,” which was welcomed by Gao Zheng, director-general of the Bureau of International Exchanges and Cooperation of the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Tourism promotion ways explored between Kish and Dagestan

TEHRAN--Mohammad-Jafar Kabiri, CEO of the Kish Free Zone Organization, during his one-day visit to Russia’s Republic of Dagestan, met with local officials, talked and studied ways of promoting tourism cooperation between Kish Island in southern Iran and Russia, IRNA quoted the Public Relations Department of Kish Free Zone Organization as saying on Thursday.

International

Pushes for ties with Israel in shadow of Syria's occupation

TEHRAN - Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the leader of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and the new president of Syria, has recently made statements regarding a willingness to normalize relations with Israel—something previously inconceivable given the historical backdrop of Israeli territorial occupation of parts of Syria.
The planned polls in South Lebanon irritate anti-resistance team

BEIRUT — The anti-resistance team does not hide its objection to the municipal elections in south Lebanon that will coincide with Resistance and Liberation Day, May 25th. This reflects the anti-resistance team’s deplorable and resounding moral decline; they claim it is intentional by the Shiite duo to encourage people to vote!
Intense strikes on Yemen after the Haifa operation

TEHRAN – U.S. warplanes wage intense airstrikes on Yemen following an unprecedented attack on Israeli targets in Haifa.

Indirect discussions will resume in Muscat as Iran and the U.S. work towards a potential resolution on nuclear issues