Tehran Times

2025-01-15 21:53
By Shahrokh Saei

Gaza ceasefire: Israel finally gives in to resistance

TEHRAN- Israel’s military failures have come to the forefront after reaching a ceasefire with Hamas that aims to end the regime’s genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.

By Soheila Zarfam

Zionists call for military and destabilizing measures against Iran in Trump’s first 100 days

TEHRAN – An anti-Iran group based in the United States with close ties to pro-Israeli lobbies says it has turned in a comprehensive plan of aggressive measures to incoming U.S. President Donald Trump – a plan that the group says will force Iran into submission.
Israel, Hamas reach Gaza ceasefire agreement and prisoner deal, Qatar confirms

Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani confirmed that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire deal to pause the Gaza war and release a number of hostages
By Ehsan Etesam

Was JFK assassinated by his successor, and is he the last one?

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian’s firm denial of Iran’s intention to assassinate Donald Trump, juxtaposed with recently surfaced claims linking Lyndon B. Johnson to the JFK assassination, prompts a significant question: does Iran know what Trump knows?
By M.A. Saki

Elon Musk driven by hyper-capitalism and techno-imperialism: philosopher

‘Palestine will constitute future of human rights and international law’

TEHRAN - Arshin Adib-Moghaddam, a professor in global thought and comparative philosophies, says tech billionaire Elon Musk who openly backs “extremist figures” in Europe is “facilitating extremism and misinformation”.
Pezehskian: US lacks commitment, dialogue is not the problem

TEHRAN – In an interview NBC aired on Wednesday based on its “independent translation” of Masoud Pezeshkian’s remarks, the Iranian president said Iran is always open to dialogue, but what obscures its efforts is Washington's lack of commitment to its agreements.

Politics

No direct talks with U.S. until JCPOA return: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Addressing the 2018 U.S. withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has made it clear that Tehran would not engage in direct nuclear negotiations with the U.S. until Washington returns to the deal and clarifies its policies.
Palestinian unity crucial in face of Zionist regime’s war crimes, Iran warns

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, Esmaeil Baqaei, has issued a strong condemnation of the Zionist regime's intensified military actions and human rights violations against the Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, calling on all Palestinian groups to set aside internal differences and strengthen their unity to confront the ongoing aggression effectively.
Zagros: Iran's pioneering signal intelligence destroyer joins naval ranks

TEHRAN – In a ceremony on Wednesday, Iran's first signal intelligence destroyer, "Zagros," was officially welcomed into the Southern Fleet of the Navy in the Gulf of Oman.

Sports

Rahimi to lead Iran’s sitting volleyball in 2026 Asian Para Games

TEHRAN – Former Iran national team sitting volleyball team captain Mohammadreza Rahimi has been named as head coach of Team Melli in the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.
LA fires cast doubt on 2028 LA Olympics

TEHRAN - The Los Angeles wildfire disaster has cast a shadow over preparations for the 2028 Olympics, raising questions over whether the city can deliver a safe and successful Games.
Ex-Esteghlal coach Majidi appointed Al Bataeh coach

TEHRAN – Former Esteghlal coach Farhad Majidi took charge of Emirati side Al Bataeh on Monday.

Culture

Ruholamin unveils new painting to mark Father’s Day

TEHRAN- Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin unveiled a new artwork on Tuesday to celebrate National Father's Day and the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS), the first Shia Imam, which was observed on January 14 this year.
Rumi's art exhibition: a platform for cultural exchange between Iran, Turkey

TEHRAN- An art exhibition showcasing Persian poet and mystic Molana Jalal ad-Din Rumi's poetry through calligraphy, gilding, and miniature painting, was inaugurated in Ankara Music and Fine Arts University, Turkey on Monday.
New Tajik Persian culture research institute launched in Dushanbe

TEHRAN- The Tajik Persian Culture Research Institute was inaugurated in Dushanbe, Tajikistan on Wednesday in a ceremony attended by the Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, the Minister of Culture of Tajikistan Matlubakhon Sattoriyon and a number of Iranian and Tajik cultural and literary figures.

Economy

Iran calls for investment in renewable energy at IRENA summit

TEHRAN - The head of Iran's Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Organization (SATBA) Mohsen Tarztalab proposed that, in addition to international mechanisms like the carbon trading market and emission reduction certificates, national market guarantees should be established in various countries to attract foreign investments in renewable setor.
Only 44% of Iran’s dam capacity filled halfway through winter

TEHRAN - Iran's major dams are entering the second month of winter with only 44 percent of their capacity filled, leaving 56 percent of their storage empty. This comes after a lackluster autumn rainfall that failed to alleviate the impacts of ongoing droughts.
Iran to establish 24 solar energy industrial parks

TEHRAN - Iran's Small Industries and Industrial Parks Organization (ISIPO) has announced the approval of 24 specialized industrial parks dedicated to solar energy.

Society

WFP determined to support Iran in hosting refugees

TEHRAN –Maysaa Alghribawy, the new representative of the World Food Program (WFP) in Iran, has announced the organization’s commitment to supporting Iran as one the biggest refugee hosting countries.
Iran ranks second in 3D printing publications among Islamic nations

TEHRAN –According to a report released by the Web of Science database, with 606 publications on three-dimensional printing over a span of ten years, Iran ranks second among Islamic nations.
IRCS ready to share expertise with Sudan: official

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) director, Razieh Alishvandi, in a meeting with the Sudanese ambassador to Tehran, Abdulaziz Hassan Saleh Taha, has announced readiness to cooperate, and share knowledge as well as experiences with other Red Crescent societies, including Sudan.

Tourism

Discover ‘Alexander’s Prison’ and its fabled dungeon

TEHRAN - This 15th-century domed structure, better known as Zendan-e Iskandar (“Alexander’s Prison”), derives its name from a reference in a Hafez poem and legends surrounding its origins.
Iran plans to boost tourism ties with Tajikistan

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has announced extensive plans to strengthen ties with Tajikistan in tourism, trade, and cultural collaboration.
Tehran, Dushanbe discuss cultural and economic synergies

TEHRAN - In an economic forum between Iran and Tajikistan on Wednesday, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts emphasized the profound cultural and historical ties between the two nations and called for strengthening tourism and economic cooperation to enhance bilateral relations.

International

Gaza ceasefire: Israel finally gives in to resistance

TEHRAN- Israel’s military failures have come to the forefront after reaching a ceasefire with Hamas that aims to end the regime’s genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
Was JFK assassinated by his successor, and is he the last one?

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian’s firm denial of Iran’s intention to assassinate Donald Trump, juxtaposed with recently surfaced claims linking Lyndon B. Johnson to the JFK assassination, prompts a significant question: does Iran know what Trump knows?
Yemen strikes Tel Aviv and electricity plant

TEHRAN – Yemeni forces have kept up military pressure on the Israeli regime with more attacks targeting sensitive sites.

‘Palestine will constitute future of human rights and international law’