Tehran Times

2025-03-08 22:44
Bullying governments want negotiations to impose their will: Leader

TEHRAN – When bullying governments insist on negotiations, it's a calculated move to impose their will, not a genuine attempt to solve problems, said Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, as U.S President Donald Trump continues to express willingness to engage in talks with Iran despite keeping sanctions in place.
- Tehran to consider leaving NPT if snapback activated, Deputy FM warns
- Leader: Trust in the West does not work

By Parviz Rashidi

Syria is on the brink again

TEHRAN - That violence has returned to some parts of Syria is extremely annoying. If calm is not restored to Syria’s western coastal cities and villages, the entire country may burn in flames again.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Why the fragmentation of the Islamic nation

BEIRUT — In the first ten days of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the passing of two founding Islamic figures who played a pivotal role in defending Prophet Muhammad and Islam: His uncle Abu Talib and his wife Sayyeda Khadija. From their exceptional struggle, there are many lessons that the nation can learn.
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh

Steadfast and resilient: Widow of terror victim on love, loss, and life after terrorism

TEHRAN – On the occasion of International Women’s Day, we reached out to a woman whose life has been intertwined with the pain and anguish of terrorism.
Iran says OIC must move from ‘rhetoric’ into ‘action’ as it demands collective sanctions on Israel

TEHRAN – At the extraordinary Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) meeting in Jeddah on Friday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi delivered a harsh condemnation of Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza and demanded immediate collective sanctions against the regime.
By Maryam Tavassoli

Intl. Women’s Day highlights rights, equality, and empowerment for all women

TEHRAN – Observed on March 8 annually, International Women’s Day is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic, or political.

Politics

Muslim unity necessary to counter forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel: Iran FM

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia have emphasized the urgent need for unity within the Muslim world to counter Israel’s efforts to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.
Attack on Iran's nuclear facilities a recipe for ‘regional catastrophe’, warns Qatari PM

TEHRAN – Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani has issued a stark plea to the United States and Israel to abandon threats of military action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, describing such escalation as a direct threat to regional survival.
Canada doubles down on sanctions against Iran

TEHRAN – Canada has announced a new round of sanctions against Iran, targeting individuals and entities it says support Tehran’s military activities.

Sports

Esteghlal midfielder Rezavand to miss Al Nassr match

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team midfielder Arash Rezavand will be absent in the match against Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr.
Iran NPC winner of 2025 International Women’s Day Recognition Award

TEHRAN - The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced the three exceptional winners of the 2025 International Women’s Day Recognition Awards. 
Al Riyadi defeat undefeated Tabiat: 2024/25 WASL

TEHRAN - Al Riyadi found their extra gear in overtime and left behind the erstwhile unbeaten Tabiat, 110-100, to go 2-0 in the 2024/2025 FIBA WASL-West Asia League, Friday night.

Culture

Iran announces nominees for Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava

TEHRAN- Iran has chosen 12 books to represent the country in the 30th Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava (BIB), scheduled to take place from October 3 to January 10, 2026, at Bratislava Castle in Slovakia.
Five Iranian short films to attend 19th West Chester Film Festival

TEHRAN-Five short films from Iran will take part in the 19th West Chester Film Festival, which is set to be held in Pennsylvania, the U.S., next month.
Erich Maria Remarque’s “Heaven Has No Favorites” available in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “Heaven Has No Favorites” written by the German writer Erich Maria Remarque has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Economy

Nearly $63b supplied for essential goods, trade, and service needs

TEHRAN - Iran’s Center of Exchange of Currency and Gold has announced that a total of $63 billion has been allocated for essential goods, commercial imports, and service-related needs since the beginning of the current Iranian year (late March 2024).
Govt. approves support package for exchange-listed and non-listed industries

TEHRAN - Iran's Cabinet has approved a support package to mitigate the impact of electricity and gas cuts on both publicly traded and private companies, Tasnim News Agency reported.
Petchem industry nearing 100m tons of production capacity

TEHRAN - Iran’s petrochemical industry is on the verge of reaching a production capacity of 100 million tons, with feedstock already supplied to several petrochemical plants set to become operational in the coming months, the head of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said.

Society

Pneumococcal, Rotavirus vaccinations for babies at no cost: health ministry

TEHRAN – Children can get free pneumococcal and rotavirus vaccinations in all medical centers across the country, the deputy health minister, Alireza Raeisi, has said.
Tehran hosts national conference on conservation of natural resources

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) held a national conference on the conservation of natural resources in Tehran on Saturday.
Iran, China announce new Talented Young Scientist Program

TEHRAN –The new edition of the Iran-China Talented Young Scientist Program (TYSP), announced in January, opens up 53 opportunities for young scientists from the two countries.

Tourism

Hasht Behesht Palace: a jewel of Safavid architecture

TEHRAN – Nestled in the heart of Isfahan, Hasht Behesht Palace stands as one of the most exquisite remnants of the Safavid era. Known as one of the last royal residences of the Safavid kings, this majestic palace has long been celebrated as one of the most beautiful of that epoch.
Silk Road intl. youth photography competition opens call for entries

TEHRAN – The 4th Silk Road International Youth Photography and Short Video Competition has opened a call for entries.
Iran set to implement comprehensive system for medical tourism

TEHRAN - Iran is set to roll out a comprehensive management system dedicated to medical tourism across the country, following a successful pilot program in Khorasan Razavi province.

International

Syria is on the brink again

TEHRAN - That violence has returned to some parts of Syria is extremely annoying. If calm is not restored to Syria’s western coastal cities and villages, the entire country may burn in flames again.
Why the fragmentation of the Islamic nation

BEIRUT — In the first ten days of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the passing of two founding Islamic figures who played a pivotal role in defending Prophet Muhammad and Islam: His uncle Abu Talib and his wife Sayyeda Khadija. From their exceptional struggle, there are many lessons that the nation can learn.
Israel launches largest attack on south Lebanon since ceasefire

Israel launched on Friday night the biggest series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon since the November 27 ceasefire.