Tehran Times

Two Iranian Supreme Court judges assassinated in Tehran terrorist attack

TEHRAN – Two Iranian Supreme Court judges were killed on Saturday in a shooting attack. They have been identified as Ali Razini, head of Branch 39 of the Supreme Court, and Mohammad Moqiseh, head of Branch 53.
What does the Russia-Iran strategic partnership treaty encompass?

The Treaty on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the Russian Federation and the Islamic Republic of Iran builds upon an agreement that was signed between the two countries in 2001 and subsequently extended for two five-year periods.
By Shahrokh Saei

Wild goose chase: Israeli army scrambles to achieve unattainable goals

TEHRAN - The escalation of Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip following the announcement of a ceasefire highlights the regime's deep sense of desperation.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Resistance triumphs, exposing Western double standards

SOUTH LEBANON - After more than 15 continuous months of barbaric US-led Israeli aggression, the Palestinian resistance – i.e. the Axis of Resistance – has triumphed.
By Wesam Bahrani

Regional reactions to Gaza ceasefire

TEHRAN – Reactions from across the region to the Gaza ceasefire agreement have been coming in. Here are some highlights.

Politics

Araghchi congratulates Hamas on Gaza ceasefire victory

TEHRAN – Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi congratulated the Palestinian Resistance group Hamas for its "significant victory over Israel in the conflict in Gaza."
Coast guard joins Iranian armed forces in national drill

TEHRAN – Iran conducted a naval drill along the shores of the Oman Sea in Chabahar, with the participation of Brigadier General Ahmadreza Radan, Commander-in-Chief of the Law Enforcement Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran, as well as military and law enforcement leaders from Sistan and Baluchestan Province.
IRGC announces arrest of 15 terrorists in SE Iran

TEHRAN – The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) has apprehended 15 terror suspects in Iran's southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchistan.

Iran beach soccer legend Mesigar bids farewell

TEHRAN – Iran national beach soccer team captain Moslem Mesigar announced his retirement from the sport on Saturday.
Iran beach soccer edge Belarus in friendly

TEHRAN – The Iran national beach soccer team narrowly defeated Belarus 2-1 in a friendly match held in Bushehr on Saturday.
Iran to play Indonesia at 2025 AFC U20 Asian Cup opener

TEHRAN – Iran will play Indonesia in the opening match of the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025.

Minister advocates for joint research on Persian dialects during Tajikistan visit

TEHRAN- Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri has proposed conducting research to identify and introduce the shared dialects of the Persian language between Iran and Tajikistan.
IAF cinematheque to screen “Platoon”

TEHRAN- The Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) will screen American filmmaker Oliver Stone’s war drama “Platoon” on Monday.
What’s in Tehran art galleries

Paintings by Mehdi Farrokhi are currently on view in an exhibition at Gooya Gallery. The exhibition named “Iranian Abstraction” will be running until February 3 at the gallery located at No. 89, Karim Khan Ave.

Iran-Russia monetary agreement implemented, bank networks connected

TEHRAN - The Governor of Central Bank of Iran (CBI), who accompanied Iran's president on a visit to Russia, announced the implementation of the Iran-Russia monetary agreement and the integration of the Mir and Shetab card payment networks.
Iran exports non-oil goods worth $5.2b to Turkey in 9 months

TEHRAN – Iran exported non-oil commodities valued at $5.2 billion to Turkey during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-Decemebr 21, 2024), the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) announced.
Iran strengthens role in Tajikistan’s water and energy projects

TEHRAN – Iran's Energy Minister announced plans to facilitate the export of Iran’s engineering and technical services to Tajikistan, emphasizing the active involvement of Iranian engineers in the country's water and power projects.

EU funds €2m to WFP to help support refugees in Iran

TEHRAN –The European Union (EU) has provided supplementary humanitarian funding of €2 million to the World Food Programme (WFP) in Iran to help the organization support refugees in the country.
Iranian students shine at ICPC 2025

TEHRAN – Young Iranian inventors have won two gold medals and a silver medal at the 7th International Creative Papers Conferences and Olympics (ICPC) 2025.
Baghdad calls for joint educational programs with Tehran

TEHRAN –Iraqi Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Naeem Al-Aboudi, has underscored the significance of exchanging professors and students as well as implementing joint educational programs with Iran to meet the scientific and research needs of Iraq.

Putin underlines stronger Iran-Russia cooperation in tourism and direct flights

TEHRAN - Russian President Vladimir Putin during a joint press conference with his Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation and further direct flights.
Archaeologist highlights potential of Oltan fortress for World Heritage status

TEHRAN - The ruined Oltan fortress, a vast mud-brick complex located in northwest Iran, has been identified as a site of significant historical value with the potential to achieve UNESCO World Heritage recognition, an Iranian archaeologist told IRNA on Saturday.
Iranian dish Khoresh Bamieh ranked among World’s 100 Worst Foods by TasteAtlas

TEHRAN - In a surprising development, Khoresh Bamieh, a traditional Iranian stew, has been ranked 50th among the “100 Worst Rated Foods in the World” by the popular culinary ranking platform, TasteAtlas.

Wild goose chase: Israeli army scrambles to achieve unattainable goals

TEHRAN - The escalation of Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip following the announcement of a ceasefire highlights the regime's deep sense of desperation.
Resistance triumphs, exposing Western double standards

SOUTH LEBANON - After more than 15 continuous months of barbaric US-led Israeli aggression, the Palestinian resistance – i.e. the Axis of Resistance – has triumphed.
Regional reactions to Gaza ceasefire

TEHRAN – Reactions from across the region to the Gaza ceasefire agreement have been coming in. Here are some highlights.