Tehran Times

2025-03-08 22:44
Bullying governments want negotiations to impose their will: Leader

TEHRAN – When bullying governments insist on negotiations, it's a calculated move to impose their will, not a genuine attempt to solve problems, said Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, as U.S President Donald Trump continues to express willingness to engage in talks with Iran despite keeping sanctions in place.
- Tehran to consider leaving NPT if snapback activated, Deputy FM warns
- Leader: Trust in the West does not work

By Parviz Rashidi

Syria is on the brink again

TEHRAN - That violence has returned to some parts of Syria is extremely annoying. If calm is not restored to Syria’s western coastal cities and villages, the entire country may burn in flames again.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Why the fragmentation of the Islamic nation

BEIRUT — In the first ten days of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the passing of two founding Islamic figures who played a pivotal role in defending Prophet Muhammad and Islam: His uncle Abu Talib and his wife Sayyeda Khadija. From their exceptional struggle, there are many lessons that the nation can learn.
By Faramarz Kouhpayeh

Steadfast and resilient: Widow of terror victim on love, loss, and life after terrorism

TEHRAN – On the occasion of International Women’s Day, we reached out to a woman whose life has been intertwined with the pain and anguish of terrorism.
Iran says OIC must move from ‘rhetoric’ into ‘action’ as it demands collective sanctions on Israel

TEHRAN – At the extraordinary Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) meeting in Jeddah on Friday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi delivered a harsh condemnation of Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Gaza and demanded immediate collective sanctions against the regime.
By Maryam Tavassoli

Intl. Women’s Day highlights rights, equality, and empowerment for all women

TEHRAN – Observed on March 8 annually, International Women’s Day is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic, or political.

Politics

Muslim unity necessary to counter forced displacement of Palestinians by Israel: Iran FM

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia have emphasized the urgent need for unity within the Muslim world to counter Israel’s efforts to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.
Attack on Iran's nuclear facilities a recipe for ‘regional catastrophe’, warns Qatari PM

TEHRAN – Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani has issued a stark plea to the United States and Israel to abandon threats of military action against Iran’s nuclear facilities, describing such escalation as a direct threat to regional survival.
Canada doubles down on sanctions against Iran

TEHRAN – Canada has announced a new round of sanctions against Iran, targeting individuals and entities it says support Tehran’s military activities.

Sports

Iran NPC winner of 2025 International Women’s Day Recognition Award

TEHRAN - The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced the three exceptional winners of the 2025 International Women’s Day Recognition Awards. 
Al Riyadi defeat undefeated Tabiat: 2024/25 WASL

TEHRAN - Al Riyadi found their extra gear in overtime and left behind the erstwhile unbeaten Tabiat, 110-100, to go 2-0 in the 2024/2025 FIBA WASL-West Asia League, Friday night.
Iran runners-up in 2025 Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship

TEHRAN – Iran lost to India 32-25 in the final match of the Asian Women’s Kabaddi Championship 2025 on Saturday.

Culture

Iran announces nominees for Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava

TEHRAN- Iran has chosen 12 books to represent the country in the 30th Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava (BIB), scheduled to take place from October 3 to January 10, 2026, at Bratislava Castle in Slovakia.
Five Iranian short films to attend 19th West Chester Film Festival

TEHRAN-Five short films from Iran will take part in the 19th West Chester Film Festival, which is set to be held in Pennsylvania, the U.S., next month.
Erich Maria Remarque’s “Heaven Has No Favorites” available in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “Heaven Has No Favorites” written by the German writer Erich Maria Remarque has been released in the bookstores across Iran.

Economy

Loading, unloading of goods rises 75% in Abadan ports

TEHRAN- As announced by a provincial official, the loading and unloading of goods in the ports of Abadan city, in the southwest of Iran, rose 75 percent during the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.
Electricity consumption rises 7% year-on-year

TEHRAN – Iran's peak electricity demand reached 47,902 megawatts on March 1, marking a seven percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to the country's Power Network Performance Analysis Group.
Azar oil field gas facilities successfully commissioned

TEHRAN – The project manager for the development of the Azar oil field has announced the successful completion of the commissioning and operational launch of the field’s gas facilities.

Society

Lake Urmia’s water volume increases by 80 mcm

TEHRAN –According to the CEO of West Azarbaijan regional water company, the volume of water in Lake Urmia has risen by 80 million cubic meters compared to the same time last year, reaching 1,630 billion cubic meters.
Over 350 individuals benefitted from IRCS rescue services in 3 days

TEHRAN –Over the past three days, the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) provided rescue services to 357 people.
Ellen Award proposed to honor ‘the mother of Siberian cranes’

TEHRAN – Iranian environmentalists have proposed establishing a special award in recognition of the dedicated Finnish conservationist Ellen Vuosalo, who made great efforts for over fifty years in the Caspian Sea province of Mazandaran for preserving migratory birds, especially Siberian cranes.

Tourism

Hasht Behesht Palace: a jewel of Safavid architecture

TEHRAN – Nestled in the heart of Isfahan, Hasht Behesht Palace stands as one of the most exquisite remnants of the Safavid era. Known as one of the last royal residences of the Safavid kings, this majestic palace has long been celebrated as one of the most beautiful of that epoch.
Silk Road intl. youth photography competition opens call for entries

TEHRAN – The 4th Silk Road International Youth Photography and Short Video Competition has opened a call for entries.
Iran set to implement comprehensive system for medical tourism

TEHRAN - Iran is set to roll out a comprehensive management system dedicated to medical tourism across the country, following a successful pilot program in Khorasan Razavi province.

International

Syria is on the brink again

TEHRAN - That violence has returned to some parts of Syria is extremely annoying. If calm is not restored to Syria’s western coastal cities and villages, the entire country may burn in flames again.
Why the fragmentation of the Islamic nation

BEIRUT — In the first ten days of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the passing of two founding Islamic figures who played a pivotal role in defending Prophet Muhammad and Islam: His uncle Abu Talib and his wife Sayyeda Khadija. From their exceptional struggle, there are many lessons that the nation can learn.
Israel launches largest attack on south Lebanon since ceasefire

Israel launched on Friday night the biggest series of airstrikes on southern Lebanon since the November 27 ceasefire.