Tehran Times

Iran FM in China for ‘new chapter’ in bilateral ties

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has embarked on an official visit to China, aiming to deepen the longstanding partnership between Tehran and Beijing.
By Shahrokh Saei

Boxing Day in London: Protesters call for ending arms sales to Israel

TEHRAN- On the eve of the new year, people in Britain hit the streets to once again condemn Israeli crimes in the Gaza Strip.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Will US-Israeli pressure on Hezbollah work?

BEIRUT – Israel has violated the terms of the truce since the declaration of the 60-day ceasefire with Lebanon by launching 816 land and air attacks.
By Wesam Bahrani

Yemen targets Israeli Ben Gurion Airport

TEHRAN – The Yemeni Armed Forces have announced operations deep inside occupied Palestine and in the Arabian Sea as part of their ongoing support for Gaza and in response to the Israeli aggression against Yemen.
Iran gains observer status in Eurasian Economic Union

TEHRAN - Iran's observer membership in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) was formalized on Thursday, December 26, 2024, IRNA reported.

Politics

‘Like Arab countries, Iran desires stability in Syria,’ Iran tells Arab League

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed the Arab League's accusations against Iran, naming several reasons why Tehran seeks "stability" in Syria, Press TV reported.
Tehran condemns Israeli attacks on Yemen’s civilian infrastructure

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a strong condemnation of the recent attacks by the Israeli regime on Yemen, denouncing these assaults as a severe breach of international norms and principles.
Yemeni strikes shift Israeli calculations amid hubris over Syria: IRGC spox

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Ali Mohammad Naeini, spokesperson for Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), has underscored the transformative impact of Yemeni Ansarullah’s missile strikes on Israeli-occupied territories.

Head of weightlifting federation Anoushiravani lauds Iranian youngsters

TEHRAN – Head of Iran weightlifting federation Sajjad Anoushiravani praised the country’s young weightlifters.
Persepolis linked with former Dortmund coach Terzic

TEHRAN – Several German media outlets reported that on Saturday Persepolis football club have been linked with former Borussia Dortmund head coach Edin Terzic.
Sepahan move top of PGPL

TEHRAN – Sepahan football team defeated Havadar 5-0 to move top of 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.

“Azure Narrative” exhibition features Iranian artworks in Yerevan

TEHRAN- An international art exhibition titled “Azure Narrative” was inaugurated in Artists' Union of Armenia in Yerevan on Thursday, featuring the works of more than 60 Iranian artists from various artistic realms.
Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll's House” on stage at Niavaran Cultural Center

TEHRAN-The play “A Doll's House” written by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen is being staged at Niavaran Cultural Center in Tehran.
Iranian Artists Forum to show Ingmar Bergman’s “Saraband”

TEHRAN-The 2003 Swedish drama film “Saraband” directed by Ingmar Bergman, will be shown at the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) on Monday.

Iran produces over 28m tons of steel in 11 months: WSA

TEHRAN - Iran's crude steel production reached over 28 million tons in the first 11 months of 2024, registering a 0.5 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to the latest report by the World Steel Association (WSA).
Iran exports non-oil goods worth $4.4b to Turkey in 8 months

TEHRAN – Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $4.4 billion to Turkey during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-November 20), the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.
'Petchem industry plays a vital role in promoting Iran’s status in intl. economy'

TEHRAN- The head of Iran’s National Petrochemical Company (NPC) said the petrochemical industry plays a vital role in promoting Iran’s status in the international economy.

Tehran, Riyadh to foster co-op in ICT sector

TEHRAN –The head of the Information Technology Organization of Iran, Mohammad-Mohsen Sadr, and the head of Saudi Arabia's Communications, Space & Technology Commission, Mohammed Altamimi, have explored the potential for enhancing collaborations between the two countries in different fields.
Conference on management of technology, innovation slated for January

TEHRAN – The 14th Conference on Management of Technology and Innovation is scheduled to be held on January 8 and 9 in Tehran.
Health minister slams Israeli attack on Gaza hospital, urges Guterres to take action

TEHRAN –Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi in a letter to the Secretary General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, has condemned the renewed attacks by the Zionist regime on Kamal Adwan Hospital, the only active medical center in northern Gaza, calling for immediate action by the United Nations.

Iran seeks UNESCO recognition for the art of mirror work in architecture

TEHRAN - Iran has submitted the dossier for “Ayeneh-kari in Iranian architecture” to UNESCO, aiming to inscribe this intricate art form on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Iran drafts roadmap for tourism dedicated to ACD member states

TEHRAN - Iran has prepared a draft roadmap to bolster tourism among member states of the Asia Cooperation Dialogue (ACD), according to Moslem Shojaei, chair of the ACD Tourism and Culture Committee.
Traces of large-scale Sasanian agricultural estate discovered in southern Iran

TEHRAN - A significant Sasanian agricultural estate, or dastgerd, featuring multiple gardens and kushks, has been identified in Mohammadabad-Baghdasht Plain, situated in Fars province, southern Iran.

Boxing Day in London: Protesters call for ending arms sales to Israel

TEHRAN- On the eve of the new year, people in Britain hit the streets to once again condemn Israeli crimes in the Gaza Strip.
Yemen targets Israeli Ben Gurion Airport

TEHRAN – The Yemeni Armed Forces have announced operations deep inside occupied Palestine and in the Arabian Sea as part of their ongoing support for Gaza and in response to the Israeli aggression against Yemen.
Will US-Israeli pressure on Hezbollah work?

BEIRUT – Israel has violated the terms of the truce since the declaration of the 60-day ceasefire with Lebanon by launching 816 land and air attacks.