Tehran Times

By Shahrokh Saei

From fatigues to fashion: Al-Sharaa's suit and tie cannot hide rebels’ true nature

TEHRAN - Syria’s de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has been dancing to the tune of his foreign backers, notably Turkey and the United States, since his armed men ousted the Syrian government earlier this month.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Implications of Lebanese-Syrian ties after Jumblatt’s visit

BEIRUT - For the first time after 13 years of estrangement, Walid Jumblatt, Lebanon’s Druze leader, visited Damascus on Sunday, December 22.
By Wesam Bahrani

Iraq rejects US demand to dismantle popular forces

TEHRAN – Iraq has firmly rejected efforts by the United States to dismantle the Hashd al-Shaabi, also known as the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU).
Iran never left the negotiating table: foreign ministry spokesperson on talks with West

TEHRAN – The spokesperson for Iranian Foreign Ministry has affirmed the country’s commitment to diplomacy and dialogue, addressing Iran’s readiness for nuclear talks.
‘Resistance robust and self-sufficient, IRGC insurmountable:’ Salami

TEHRAN – Major General Hossein Salami, the Commander-in-Chief of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), emphasized the steadfast resilience and independence of the regional Axis of Resistance.

Politics

Pezeshkian tells Russian Deputy PM Iran resolved to complete Rasht-Astara railroad

TEHRAN – Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has underscored the nation's unwavering commitment to completing the Rasht-Astara railroad project, a crucial part of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).
U.S. hostage-taking of nationals breach of intl. law: Iran deputy FM

TEHRAN – Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular, Parliamentary, and Expatriate Affairs, Vahid Jalalzadeh, has vehemently denounced the recent arrests of Iranian nationals by the United States, accusing the U.S. of engaging in "hostage-taking" and violating international law.
Iraq’s Kurdistan Region aims to deepen ties with Iran under new consul general

TEHRAN – In a bid to enhance bilateral ties, the Iranian Consul General in Erbil, Faramarz Asadi, received a call for increased cooperation from Safeen Dizayee, the Foreign Relations Minister of Iraq's Kurdistan Region, during their credentials meeting on Sunday.

Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 16: Persepolis to play Sepahan

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team will play defending champions Sepahan in 2024/25 Iran’s Hazfi Cup Round of 16.
Reasons behind Juan Carlos Garrido’s dismissal as Persepolis head coach

TEHRAN - Juan Carlos Garrido's tenure at Persepolis football club was short-lived, lasting only five months. During this time, the team struggled to meet expectations, both domestically and in the AFC Champions League Elite.
Iran’s Sharifi snatches gold at 2024 Asian Youth & Junior Championships

TEHRAN – Iran’s Haniyeh Sharifi of Iran won a gold medal at the 2024 Asian Youth & Junior Championships on sunday.

Playwright’s Night honors veteran figures

TEHRAN-The Playwright’s Night ceremony, held at the Shahnaz Hall of the Iranian Artists Forum, celebrated the contributions of iconic Iranian playwrights.
Iran's culture ministry denies claims of TRT Persian Channel license

TEHRAN- Iran’s Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has announced that, contrary to published reports, the TRT Persian channel does not possess an operating license.
Veteran actress Zhaleh Olov passes away at 97

TEHRAN-Veteran Iranian actress and dubbing artist Zhaleh Olov passed away on Monday in Tehran at the age of 97.

Iran exports non-oil goods worth $4.8b to UAE in 8 months

TEHRAN – Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $4.8 billion to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) 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.
Electricity generated by solar farms up 38% in a month on year

TEHRAN – Generation of electricity by solar farms in Iran increased by 38 percent during the ninth Iranian calendar month Azar (November 21 – December 20), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
Tehran hosting intl. printing, packaging, related machinery exhibit

TEHRAN- The 31st International Printing, Packaging and Related Machinery Exhibition of Iran (IPP) kicked off at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on Monday.

Iranian women making headway in technology

TEHRAN – Having made great strides in manufacturing high-tech products and growing the knowledge-based economy, Iranian women are conveying to the world the message that they have the potential to shine in the field of ‘technology’, the same as other fields.
Iran has capacity to accept more Iraqi students

TEHRAN – An official with the Iranian science ministry has said the country's universities hold the capacity to accept more Iraqi students.
WFP releases November report on Iran

TEHRAN –The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over the month of November.

Iran advances to fourth place globally in intangible cultural heritage rankings

TEHRAN- Iran has risen from seventh to fourth place globally in intangible cultural heritage, the Deputy Minister for Cultural Heritage has announced.
Agha Bozorg Mosque’s restoration complete

TEHRAN- A recent restoration project has come to an end on the 18th century Agha Bozorg Mosque in Kashan.
Iran celebrates 3rd anniversary of Yalda Night’s UNESCO designation

TEHRAN- A ceremony commemorating the third anniversary of Yalda Night's listing on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list was attended by Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, along with a number of cultural heritage officials and foreign ambassadors in Tehran on Saturday.

From fatigues to fashion: Al-Sharaa's suit and tie cannot hide rebels’ true nature

TEHRAN - Syria’s de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has been dancing to the tune of his foreign backers, notably Turkey and the United States, since his armed men ousted the Syrian government earlier this month.
Implications of Lebanese-Syrian ties after Jumblatt’s visit

BEIRUT - For the first time after 13 years of estrangement, Walid Jumblatt, Lebanon’s Druze leader, visited Damascus on Sunday, December 22.
Iraq rejects US demand to dismantle popular forces

TEHRAN – Iraq has firmly rejected efforts by the United States to dismantle the Hashd al-Shaabi, also known as the Popular Mobilization Units (PMU).