Tehran Times

2025-05-24 20:32
By Sahar Dadjoo

From indifference to moral posturing: Europe’s betrayal of Gaza’s civilians

History will evaluate Europe based on its actions rather than words

TEHRAN – As the Gaza war reaches its most horrific crescendo, the last-minute diplomatic machinations and rhetorical condemnations of the European Union are being hailed in some quarters as a “watershed moment” in its relationship with Israel.

By Sondoss Al Asaad

Mahmoud Abbas’ Beirut visit: Zero results for the Palestinian cause

South Lebanon — Although President of the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas’s visit to Lebanon does not merit analysis or serious consideration, the treatment he received from Lebanon’s anti-Resistance camp was highly ridiculous.
By Wesam Bahrani

Extermination through planned starvation

‘Consequences of starvation on the entire Gaza population will be profound’

TEHRAN – The United Nations has led urgent global condemnation against the Israeli regime over the escalating hunger crisis in Gaza.
By Mona Hojat Ansari

Army Aviation still stands guard 43 years after Khorramshahr’s liberation, cmdr. tells Tehran Times

TEHRAN – Iranians call the eight-year war against Saddam Hussein’s Iraq the Sacred Defense. For them, it was a time of immense hardship but also great pride. Thousands lost their lives fighting against Saddam’s forces, which were far better equipped and backed by major military powers, including the United States, the UK, and Germany.
IRGC vows crushing response to any hostile act, citing readiness ‘beyond imagination’

TEHRAN —Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) declared on Saturday that it remains at peak readiness and will deliver a powerful and “regret-inducing” response to any act of aggression, stressing that its deterrent capability exceeds what enemies could anticipate.
By Maryam Geshani

Iran’s right to enrich uranium: A legal reality made political by US

TEHRAN – Amid the ongoing tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program, one crucial fact often gets buried beneath heated political arguments: Iran, as a member of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), holds an explicit legal right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes.

Politics

Two-state solution is ‘unachievable promise’ for Gaza, FM says in Vatican

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has firmly dismissed the so-called “two-state solution” as a viable path to peace in Palestine, arguing that the decades-old proposal has done little more than exacerbate the suffering of the Palestinian people.
Martyr Raisi’s final, historic visit to Pakistan despite strong U.S. opposition

ISLAMABAD – The mujahid scholar, servant of Imam Reza (peace be upon him), and devoted servant of the Islamic Ummah—Ayatollah Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi—passed away in a manner akin to martyrdom.
Iran endorses any efforts aimed at eliminating terrorism in the region, says envoy to Turkey

TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to Turkey, Mohammad-Hassan Habibzadeh, reiterated Tehran’s commitment to regional stability, emphasizing that Iran supports any initiative aimed at eliminating terrorism and enhancing security among neighboring countries.

Sports

Esteghlal defeat Sanat Naft to advance to 2024/25 Hazfi Cup final

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team beat 2-0 on Saturday to secure their place in the final of the 2024/25 Iran Hazfi Cup.
Yazdani to miss 2025 World Wrestling Championships

TEHRAN – Iranian freestyle wrestler Hassan Yazdani will not participate in the 2025 World Wrestling Championships.
Tehran to host Iran, N. Korea match in 2026 WC qualifier

TEHRAN –The match between Iran and North Korea football teams in the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification (AFC) will be held in Tehran.

Culture

Iranian author, translator Hassan Kamshad passes away at 100

TEHRAN – The Iranian author, translator, and scholar of Persian literature Hassan Kamshad passed away on Thursday at the age 100.
Tehran Symphony Orchestra performs at Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress

TEHRAN – The Tehran Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Nasir Heidarian, showcased the "Falak-ol-Aflak" Symphony at the centuries-old Falak-ol-Aflak Fortress in Khorramabad on Thursday night, captivating an audience of nearly 2,000 attendees in the western province of Lorestan.
Hilaj Theater to host Michael Frayn’s “Noises Off”

TEHRAN – The play “Noises Off” written by Michael Frayn and directed by Arash Bagheri and produced by Shayan Asadian will be staged at the Hilaj Theater in Tehran on May 28.

Economy

President, transport minister inaugurate, launch over 4,000 projects in country

TEHRAN- During an online ceremony at the place of Iran’s Ministry of Transport and Urban Development on Saturday, 4,219 projects in the fields of transportation, housing, and meteorology were inaugurated or launched in the presence of President Masoud Pezeshkian and Transport and Urban Development Minister Farzaneh Sadegh.
‘Government’s strategy for renewable energies development continuously followed up’

TEHRAN- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian referred to the government's strategy for expanding renewable energies, and stated that the movement in this direction has begun and is being followed continuously and regularly in daily and weekly government meetings.
Sponge iron production rises 7% in a month on year

TEHRAN – Production of sponge iron in Iran rose seven percent in the first month of the current Iranian calendar year, Farvardin (March 21-April21), as compared to the first month in the previous year, As reported, 4.075 million tons of sponge iron was produced in Farvardin of this year, while the figure was 3.807 million tons in the same month of the past year.

Society

Iran’s services to refugees are commendable: UNHCR Commissioner

TEHRAN – Filippo Grandi, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has appreciated Iran’s efforts in providing services to refugees in different fields, such as health, education, and employment.
Strategic plan to be developed for preserving endangered species

TEHRAN – President Masoud Pezeshkian has issued an order, obligating the Department of Environment (DOE) to develop a strategic plan to preserve endangered species in the country.
Indigenized technology contributes to Iran’s key role in AI: COMSTECH official

TEHRAN –Muhammad Iqbal Choudhary, the coordinator general of the Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation (COMSTECH), has said Iran plays a critical role in artificial intelligence (AI), relying on indigenized technology.

Tourism

Reviving roots: a new chapter in Iran’s rural tourism

KERMAN - On May 21, the first-ever national celebration of ecolodges brought together some 600 ecolodge managers, travel insiders, and media personnel from across the country.
Registration documents for ‘Sacred Defense’ elements unveiled

TEHRAN - On the 43rd anniversary of the liberation of Khorramshahr, Iranian authorities unveiled official national registration documents for 12 sites and elements in Khuzestan province linked to the country’s eight-year war with Iraq, known domestically as the Sacred Defense (1980–1988).
Global registration of Gorgan Great Wall on Cultural Heritage Ministry’s agenda

TEHRAN - Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage Ali Darabi announced that preparing a comprehensive dossier on the Great Wall of Gorgan is underway, aiming for its potential inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

International

From indifference to moral posturing: Europe’s betrayal of Gaza’s civilians

TEHRAN – As the Gaza war reaches its most horrific crescendo, the last-minute diplomatic machinations and rhetorical condemnations of the European Union are being hailed in some quarters as a “watershed moment” in its relationship with Israel.
Mahmoud Abbas’ Beirut visit: Zero results for the Palestinian cause

South Lebanon — Although President of the Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas’s visit to Lebanon does not merit analysis or serious consideration, the treatment he received from Lebanon’s anti-Resistance camp was highly ridiculous.
Extermination through planned starvation

TEHRAN – The United Nations has led urgent global condemnation against the Israeli regime over the escalating hunger crisis in Gaza.

History will evaluate Europe based on its actions rather than words

‘Consequences of starvation on the entire Gaza population will be profound’