Tehran Times

2025-06-02 20:53
Khomeini’s line endures

TEHRAN – On the afternoon of March 22, 1963, when the agents of the Pahlavi regime stormed the mourning crowd of students at the Fayziyyah Seminary in Qom—who were commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (AS)—and unleashed their full brutality, the atmosphere of terror was so suffocating that even the city’s hospitals dared not admit the wounded from the savage attack.
- Imam Khomeini: A legacy of spiritual leadership and revolution

By Sondoss Al Asaad

Resistance movements owe everlasting gratitude to Imam Khomeini

Imam Khomeini is credited with energizing Palestinian cause in hearts and minds of Islamic Ummah

BEIRUT — On the anniversary of the passing of Imam Khomeini (ra), Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem affirmed that “revolutionary Iran—under the leadership of Imam Khomeini—stood steadfastly alongside the Resistance Front to liberate Palestine and Holy al-Quds.”
By Xavier Villar

The political legacy of Imam Khomeini

MADRID – On the 36th anniversary of the passing of Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, the central figure of the 1979 Islamic Revolution in Iran, his thought continues to influence not only the political trajectory of the Islamic Republic but also broader debates about the relationship between Islam and politics in the Muslim world.
By Wesam Bahrani

Imam Khomeini and the occupied Palestine

TEHRAN – One of Imam Khomeini’s most enduring legacies is his pivotal role in placing Palestine firmly back on the world’s map.
By Sayed Mehdi Rizvi

Imam Khomeini: A legacy of spiritual leadership and revolution

MUMBAI - Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, who was born in 1900 in the town of Khomeyn, Iran, was a significant figure in the Islamic world, not only as a religious scholar but also a revolutionary leader.
No nuclear deal without enrichment rights: Araghchi

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reiterated that any nuclear agreement with Western powers will be contingent upon full recognition of Iran’s right to enrich uranium, stressing that diplomacy remains the preferred route for resolving tensions.

Politics

Cairo and Tehran: Redrawing the lines of regional engagement

Cairo – The visit of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to Cairo marks a highly significant diplomatic moment in a turbulent regional context. It reflects a gradual shift in Egyptian-Iranian relations, which had been frozen for decades due to geopolitical considerations and divergent regional alliances.
‘Israel exploits nuclear issue to manipulate US foreign policy:’ Iran Foreign Ministry

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baqaei, has asserted that the Israeli regime is exploiting Iran’s nuclear program as a tool to control U.S. foreign policy in West Asia.
Army Aviation boosts fleet with domestically refurbished helicopters

TEHRAN – In a ceremony at the Fourth Combat Aviation Base in Esfahan on Monday, Iran’s Army (Artesh) Aviation Unit integrated 10 refurbished helicopters into its fleet while celebrating the production of its 1000th indigenized aircraft part.

Sports

Women’s football forward Dabbaghi sidelined for months

TEHRAN – Hajar Dabbaghi, Iran’s women’s football team forward, has suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) during a national team camp.
A glance at Amir Ghalenoei’s Iran

TEHRAN - Head coach Amir Ghalenoei has announced his 28-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualification matches against Qatar and North Korea, as Iran's national football team look to solidify their commanding position atop Group A. Having already secured their berth in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Team Melli aim to conclude the third round of Asian qualifying on a high note.
A new chapter begins: Piazza’s Iran

TEHRAN — As the 2025 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) approaches, Iran’s men’s national volleyball team enters the competition with renewed energy and ambition under the leadership of Italian head coach Roberto Piazza.

Culture

Leader’s commendation for “Ruhollah” unveiled

TEHRAN – On Sunday morning, the unveiling ceremony of the commendation for the book “Ruhollah” from the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, took place at the Institute for Research and Cultural Studies of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran.
Andisheh Cultural Center to show, review “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story”

TEHRAN – The 2024 documentary “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui will be shown at the Andisheh Cultural Center in Tehran on Tuesday.
Iranian pianist Mahin Zarinpanjeh passes away at 87

TEHRAN – The Iranian musician, composer, and pianist Mahin Zarinpanjeh passed away on June 1 in Salman Shahr, Mazandaran Province, at the age of 87.

Economy

Tehran signals readiness to boost role in regional transport development

TEHRAN – Iran is fully prepared to play an active and constructive role in the development of regional transport and logistics, Iranian Minister of Transport and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh said at the 13th Meeting of ECO Transport Ministers held in Tehran on Sunday.
Iran’s non-oil exports reach $8.2b in 2 months

TEHRAN – Iran exported 24.6 million tons of non-oil goods worth $8.24 billion in the first two months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21–May 21), according to the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA).
Press conference held on Iran's 1st intl. blockchain conference

TEHRAN- In a press conference held at Atana Hotel in Tehran on Sunday, the details and goals of Iran's first international blockchain conference, titled deBlock 2025, were clarified.

Society

National plan to improve wetland conservation via empowering local communities

TEHRAN –The Department of Environment (DOE) and the Ministry of Agriculture have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to launch a national plan for empowering local communities to protect and promote the sustainable use of wetlands.
Sierra Leone Red Cross seeks to boost ties with Iranian Red Crescent

TEHRAN – The Sierra Leone Red Cross Society has expressed interest in expanding cooperation with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) in the treatment and rehabilitation sectors.
Over 125 earthquakes shake Iran in a week

TEHRAN – A total of 127 earthquakes were recorded across the country from May 23 to 30, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.

Tourism

Esfahak village gains UNESCO research chair for earth architecture

TEHRAN - The village of Esfahak in South Khorasan province has been awarded one of UNESCO’s 34 prestigious research chairs, marking an achievement for the local and national cultural heritage and scientific communities.
Launching direct flights between Iran and Tunisia a strategic step for promoting tourism

TEHRAN—Tunisia’s Ambassador in Iran Imad Al-Rahmuni emphasized on joint cultural capacities between the two countries and called promotion of tourism as one of the important elements of enhancing mutual ties. He called launching direct flights as an important step in this regard.
German ambassador highlights archaeology as a cultural bridge between Tehran and Berlin

TEHRAN - German Ambassador to Iran, Markus Potzel, has described archaeology as a shared language of civilizations and a powerful bridge linking Iran and Germany through science and culture.

International

Ortagus’s successor, another ugly face of Washington

BEIRUT — Israel’s Channel 14 reported on Sunday that Morgan Ortagus, Deputy Special Presidential Envoy for West Asia, would soon leave her post. The news channel said this move “is not good news as Ortagus was a strong supporter of Israel and worked decisively on the issue of disarming Hezbollah.”
Project Esther: Trump’s blueprint to crush Palestine advocacy

TEHRAN— A subtle yet pervasive campaign jeopardizing the foundation of free speech and democratic dissent has emerged in the shadow of America's political theater. Project Esther is more than just a policy initiative. It was designed by the Heritage Foundation and is now part of the Trump administration's second term.
Massacre at Gaza starvation camp

TEHRAN – The Israeli occupation regime kills and injures scores of starving civilians at a “failed” U.S. aid distribution center.

Imam Khomeini is credited with energizing Palestinian cause in hearts and minds of Islamic Ummah