Tehran Times

By Wesam Bahrani

Hamas reveals stunning details of October 7

TEHRAN – For the first time, details of the Al-Aqsa Storm Operation carried out by the armed wing of Hamas have been revealed.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

US political meddling in Lebanon aimed to compensate for Israel's defeat

SOUTH LEBANON – It was not surprising when the Israeli occupation regime announced that it does not intend to completely withdraw from southern Lebanon following support from the Trump administration. The announcement confirms the occupation regime’s usual policy of disrespecting any UN agreement.
By Mahnaz Abdi

“Pioneers of Progress” exhibit, manifestation of private sector’s capabilities

Senior officials visit private sector’s achievements

TEHRAN- “Pioneers of Progress” exhibition, showcasing the latest achievements and capabilities of the private sector, kicked off on Tuesday, January 21, at the Imam Khomeini Hosseiniyeh.
Over 70 women in charge of key positions

TEHRAN – More than 70 women are acting as vice president, minister, spokesperson, and other key positions in the government.
Gandhi Peace Prize awarded to Iran for advocacy of Palestinian rights

TEHRAN – Iran has been awarded the International Gandhi Peace Prize for its ongoing support of Palestinians and its contributions toward peace in West Asia.

Politics

Tehran slams European Parliament for exploiting human rights to target Iran

TEHRAN – Iran has strongly condemned the recent resolution by the European Parliament, asserting it has exploited human rights as a pretext for politically motivated allegations against the nation.
Accusations of arms smuggling to Lebanon ‘baseless’, Iran refutes Israeli regime’s claims

TEHRAN – In a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the rotating President of the Security Council, Iran has categorically denied allegations from the Israeli regime that it has been smuggling advanced weapons systems to Lebanon.
Sanctions harming children’s rights in Iran, says deputy minister at UN review

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy for Human Rights and International Affairs at the Ministry of Justice has addressed the detrimental effects of unjust sanctions on efforts towards advancing children's rights in Iran.

Esteghlal, Malavan share the spoils in goalless draw

TEHRAN – Esteghlal and Malavan football teams played to a goalless draw in the 2024/25 Iran's Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Saturday.
Ismail Kartal optimistic about future of Persepolis

TEHRAN – Newly-appointed head coach of Persepolis expressed his hope for winning title with the team.
Financial transactions between Iran and IOC facilitated

TEHRAN - The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has deposited $240,000 into the account of Iran's National Olympic Committee (NOC) for the first time.

40th International Fajr Music Festival to host 6 international musicians, bands

TEHRAN-The 40th International Fajr Music Festival aims to enhance the artistic quality of the festival based on the available resources, focusing on more serious and art music, said the head of the Music Office at the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance Ahmad Sadri.
Palestinian filmmaker Abdallah Motan detained without trial by Israeli authorities

TEHRAN- On Thursday, the Artists at Risk Connection (ARC) released a statement expressing deep concern for the well-being of young Palestinian documentary filmmaker Abdallah Motan. Arrested by Israeli authorities on January 13, he has been sentenced to six months of "administrative detention" without trial or charges.
Tehran center to host reading performance of “Rumors”

TEHRAN- Iran Boutique Theater in Tehran will be playing host to a reading performance of the American playwright and screenwriter Neil Simon’s play “Rumors” on Monday.

“Pioneers of Progress” exhibit, manifestation of private sector’s capabilities

TEHRAN- “Pioneers of Progress” exhibition, showcasing the latest achievements and capabilities of the private sector, kicked off on Tuesday, January 21, at the Imam Khomeini Hosseiniyeh.
Iran, Turkey discuss expansion of transport, transit co-op

TEHRAN- During a meeting between Iranian Ambassador to Turkey Mohammad-Hassan Habibzadeh and Turkish Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Enver Iskurt, the two sides discussed the ways to expand cooperation between Iran and Turkey in the fields of transportation and transit.
Iran exports commodities worth $202.5m to Kazakhstan in 9 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported commodities valued at $202,587,787 to Kazakhstan in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20 – December 21, 2024), according to a reported published by the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).

Iran's first AI park to be set up in two years

TEHRAN –The first artificial intelligence (AI) park in the country is planned to be established in Tehran by the next two years, an official with the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology, and Knowledge-Based Economy has said.
Clean energy ensures safer, better world for all

TEHRAN –Alternative sources of energy that are clean, accessible, and reliable will contribute to addressing climate change, mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, and empowering vulnerable communities worldwide.
Ministry of Energy, UNICEF to improve water supply to South Khorasan

TEHRAN –The Ministry of Energy, in cooperation with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has enhanced water quality and ensured consistent access to water with adequate flow pressure for households by supporting the construction and rehabilitation of the water network in eastern Birjand’s villages in South Khorasan province.

Loan exhibit of Persian artifacts opens at Sichuan museum

TEHRAN – A loan exhibition titled Land of Kindness showcasing 151 historical artifacts from Tehran’s prominent museums has officially opened at the Sichuan University Museum in Chengdu, China.
Japan’s ambassador visits UNESCO-registered Dome of Soltanieh

TEHRAN - The Japanese ambassador to Iran, Tamaki Tsukada, recently toured the Dome of Soltanieh, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned as one of the largest brick domes in the world.
UN Tourism chief visits Iran’s pavilion at FITUR 2025

TEHRAN - Zurab Pololikashvili, the Secretary-General of the UN Tourism, formerly known as UNWTO, visited the Iranian pavilion during the opening of the 45th International Tourism Trade Fair aka FITUR 2025 in Madrid, Spain.

Ayatollah Khamenei’s Prediction Comes True: Resistance Becomes Stronger

TEHRAN - Israel is laboring under the delusion that it has dealt debilitating blows to resistance groups in West Asia through its aggressive military operations.
Hamas reveals stunning details of October 7

TEHRAN – For the first time, details of the Al-Aqsa Storm Operation carried out by the armed wing of Hamas have been revealed.
US political meddling in Lebanon aimed to compensate for Israel's defeat

SOUTH LEBANON – It was not surprising when the Israeli occupation regime announced that it does not intend to completely withdraw from southern Lebanon following support from the Trump administration. The announcement confirms the occupation regime’s usual policy of disrespecting any UN agreement.