Tehran Times

By Shahrokh Saei

Lebanon: The graveyard of Israeli ambitions

TEHRAN - Israel has consistently violated a ceasefire with Hezbollah that initially went into effect on November 27 last year.
By Maryam Geshani

Humanitarian rhetoric or a new Nakba?

Trump’s 900kg bombs for Israel speak louder

TEHRAN - In a statement that has sparked global outrage, U.S. President Donald Trump recently suggested relocating Palestinians from Gaza to Jordan and Egypt, reigniting debates over the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the fate of the Palestinian nation.
By Wesam Bahrani

Gazans reject forced exile: Over 500,000 return to north

TEHRAN - The mass return of Palestinians to northern Gaza sends a defiant message: they refuse to be displaced, rejecting any notion of relocating from their homeland.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Raids to terrorize residents of southern Lebanon: 8 villages still occupied

SOUTH LEBANON – The Israeli enemy forces launched two raids targeting Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Zawtar al-Sharqiya after relative stability in southern Lebanon following the end of the 60-day deadline for their withdrawal, while 8 border villages remain occupied.
No message exchange with U.S. on sanctions talks so far: Iran FM

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has dismissed speculation that the new U.S. administration has reached out regarding possible negotiations on lifting sanctions.

Politics

From exile to victory

TEHRAN – Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Iran’s Islamic Revolution, returned to his country on Thursday, February 1, 1979, after 14 years in exile. His arrival was a pivotal moment in the revolution, marking the beginning of the Ten-Day Fajr (Dawn).
'Victory assured,' Tehran's military leaders hail Palestinian Resistance, assert Iran's strength

TEHRAN – Iran's prominent military leaders has celebrated the recent victories of the Palestinian Resistance, describing them as a clear and strategic triumph against the Israeli regime's aggression in Gaza.
We must end U.S. interference in Iran's foreign policy: Zarif

TEHRAN – Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif, stated, "I do not see the United States as an opportunity for Iran's foreign policy. I consider the U.S. a nuisance or a shackle that must be removed from Iran's foreign policy."

Esteghlal's coaching carousel spins again

TEHRAN - Esteghlal FC, one of Iran's most storied football clubs, find themselves once more in turmoil as South African coach Pitso Mosimane has unilaterally terminated his contract.
I want to win title with Persepolis: Ismail Kartal

TEHRAN - Ismail Kartal, the newly appointed head coach of Persepolis, has expressed his ambition to secure the league title with the team.
Sports minister Donyamali appointed head of Iran’s Paralympic movement

TEHRAN – Youth and Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali has been appointed as the head of Iran’s Paralympic movement.

Fajr Music Festival to honor resistance with new award

TEHRAN- The upcoming edition of the International Fajr Music Festival will feature an award named "Peace and Resistance," the organizers have announced.
Iranian films line up for Poland’s Zoom-Zblizenia festival

TEHRAN- Six films by Iranian directors will be competing in the 28th edition of International Film Festival Zoom-Zblizenia, which will take place from March 3 to 9 in Jelenia Góra, Poland.
Pulitzer-prize-winning play “Dinner with Friends” on stage in Qazvin

TEHRAN-The play “Dinner with Friends” written by Donald Margulies is being staged at Qazvin City Theater in Qazvin Province.

China to invest in Iran’s renewable energy sector

TEHRAN - Tehran and Beijing have reached an initial agreement on Chinese investment in Iran’s renewable energy sector, with a Chinese company set to cover 70 percent of the investment.
Tehran, Moscow chambers to expand economic cooperation

TEHRAN - Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) and Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry have agreed to strengthen trade relations between Iran and Russia, particularly in the food industry.
Sudan needs Iran's knowledge, expertise for establishing upstream oil industries

TEHRAN- A representative from Sudan's Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, who was a member of the delegation sent to Iran, said: "We need Iranian knowledge and expertise to establish upstream oil industries."

Iran, Norway hold meeting on supporting Afghan refugees

TEHRAN – Paul Klouman Bekken, the Norwegian Chargé d’Affaires for Afghanistan, has met with Nader Yar-Ahmadi, the head of the National Organization for Migration, discussing ways to help support Iran in hosting Afghan refugees.
WHO highlights Iran's capacity to serve as model in rare blood management

TEHRAN –Jaffar Hussain, World Health Organization (WHO) Representative to Iran, has highlighted Iran's capacity to serve as a model for other nations in the realm of blood transfusion and rare blood management.
Lake Urmia's rising level underscores effective restoration

TEHRAN –Satellite images show that the level of Lake Urmia basin, measured on January 24, has increased from 1,270.05 meters to 1,270.13 meters, and the volume of the lake has risen by 0.19 billion cubic meters, reaching 1.24 billion cubic meters, compared to the same day last year.

Isfahan to host 100 tour experts from around world

TEHRAN - The historic city of Isfahan is set to host a major international tourism event titled "100 Tour Operators in Half of the World" from February 19 to 23.
Ruins of Valerian’s palace to undergo archaeological excavation

TEHRAN – Valerian’s Palace, which was once a residence for the captivated Roman Emperor during Sassanid era, in Bishapur, southern Iran, is set to undergo archaeological excavation.
Van-Tehran train service to start after months-long hiatus

TEHRAN - Train services between Van and Tehran will restart after a hiatus of several months.

Lebanon: The graveyard of Israeli ambitions

TEHRAN - Israel has consistently violated a ceasefire with Hezbollah that initially went into effect on November 27 last year.
Gazans reject forced exile: Over 500,000 return to north

TEHRAN - The mass return of Palestinians to northern Gaza sends a defiant message: they refuse to be displaced, rejecting any notion of relocating from their homeland.
Raids to terrorize residents of southern Lebanon: 8 villages still occupied

SOUTH LEBANON – The Israeli enemy forces launched two raids targeting Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Zawtar al-Sharqiya after relative stability in southern Lebanon following the end of the 60-day deadline for their withdrawal, while 8 border villages remain occupied.