Tehran Times

2025-04-20 22:12
By Nayereh Heshmati Manesh

Vigilant against Western scheme

A look at what Iran's Leader wrote to Putin this week, and why it matters

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi travelled to Moscow on Thursday to deliver the Leader of the Islamic Revolution’s message to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- New world order in 21st century: Iran, Russia and China are forming new bloc in the East
- Russia says ties with Iran based on national interests

By Sahar Dadjoo

The day Americans march against authoritarianism

TEHRAN—The nationwide "50501" protests held on April 19 represent a significant and multifaceted grassroots mobilization against President Donald Trump's policies and governance style during his second term.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Ortagus's rude diplomacy reflects American policy

BEIRUT — With the phrase “Crack is wack, Walid,” Morgan Ortagus, the U.S. Deputy Special Envoy to West Asia, addressed Lebanon’s Druze leader Walid Jumblatt on X in response to a statement he made last weekend describing the United States’ conditions for Lebanon as “impossible.”
By Wesam Bahrani

Israeli troops caught in deadly ambush

TEHRAN – Hamas executes a complex ambush against Israeli occupation forces in Gaza, causing casualties.
‘US cannot challenge Iran in Persian Gulf:’ IRGC Navy Chief

TEHRAN – Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, commander of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, declared the United States “incapable” of challenging Iran’s maritime dominance and vowed “decisive retaliation” against any aggression toward its oil tankers or territorial waters.
Pope Francis dies aged 88

The Vatican has announced that Pope Francis died at the age of 88.

Politics

Iran showcases defense capabilities at major Baghdad military exhibition

TEHRAN – The Iranian Ministry of Defense is showcasing its latest military advancements at the 17th Baghdad Security and Military Expo, marking a significant step in the nation's ongoing efforts to highlight its defense capabilities on the international stage.
Tehran open to initiatives that helps lift sanctions: spokesperson

TEHRAN – Iran's government spokesperson said the indirect negotiations with the U.S. have so far shown positive results, adding that Tehran remains open to any initiative that helps lift sanctions and secure the rights of the Iranian people.
Saudi Defense Minister's Tehran visit marks turning point in bilateral ties, says Iranian MP

TEHRAN — The visit of Saudi Arabia’s Defense Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, to Iran has been hailed as a pivotal step toward deepening bilateral ties, with Iranian officials emphasizing the strategic importance of cooperation between the two regional powers.

Sports

Issaeian reflects on two decades of service to Iran’s women’s basketball

TEHRAN - Edna Issaeian, the captain of Iran’s women’s basketball team, has announced her retirement from national duty after nearly 20 years of dedicated service. She expressed pride in her contributions to the team, particularly as a key player in securing a spot for Iran in the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Division B in Jordan.
Reza Darvish quits as Persepolis general manager

TEHRAN – Reza Darvish is no longer the Persepolis general manager after more than three years.
Iranian Para shooter Javanmardi to compete in 2028 Paralympic Games

TEHRAN – Four-time Paralympic gold medalist Sareh Javanmardi has announced her intention to compete in the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. Previously, she had indicated that she would retire from the sport after the 2024 Paralympics.

Culture

Tragic death of Palestinian photojournalist Fatima Hassouna sparks outrage, calls for justice

TEHRAN- On Wednesday, the Palestinian artistic community mourned the tragic loss of Fatima Hassouna, a 25-year-old photojournalist and artist, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in northern Gaza.
French institute to show documentary on scholar of Shi’ism Mohammad Ali Amir-Moezzi

TEHRAN-The documentary “The Professional” directed and produced by Masoud Taheri will be screened at the Ecole Pratique des Hautes Études (EPHE) in Paris, France, on April 28.
91 foreign publishers registered for Tehran Publishing Fellowship Program

TEHRAN- A total of 91 publishers from 34 countries have registered to participate in the first edition of Tehran Publishing Fellowship Program, which will be held in the Iranian capital from May 12 to 15, coinciding with the 36th Tehran International Book Fair (TIBF).

Economy

Tehran to host 7th Iran Expo with over 2,000 foreign traders in attendance

TEHRAN - The 7th edition of the Iran Export Capabilities Exhibition (Iran Expo 2025) will be held in Tehran from April 27 to May 1, showcasing the country’s export potential to a global audience.
Iran aims for 8m tons of rail transit in current year, eyes 40m in long term

TEHRAN – Iran moved five million tons of goods via rail transit in the last Iranian year (ended late March 2025) and plans to increase that to eight million tons this year, the head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways (RAI) said on Sunday.
Moscow to host 18th Iran-Russia Joint Economic Committee meeting

TEHRAN - The 18th meeting of the Iran-Russia Joint Economic Committee will be held in Moscow from April 22 to 24, aimed at expanding bilateral cooperation between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation.

Society

UN program for persons with disabilities in Iran drives meaningful progress

TEHRAN – Launched in 2023 by the United Nations Iran, the program for persons with disabilities, materialized through the joint efforts of World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has been greatly successful in improving their quality of life.
Iranian, Italian universities ink scientific, educational MOU

TEHRAN – Shahid Beheshti University and the University of Salento, Italy, have signed a memorandum of understanding to foster scientific, research, and educational ties.
Tashkent seeks to boost sci-tech ties with Tehran

TEHRAN – Daliv Shahrukh Khozhakbarovich, Uzbekistan's First Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, has called on Iranian universities and scientific institutions to help develop technology and innovation in Uzbekistan, saying that face-to-face interaction between scientific officials is much more effective than diplomatic communications.

Tourism

Iran launches monitoring plan to track land subsidence at historic sites

TEHRAN - Iran has launched a national plan to monitor land subsidence in and around its historical sites, according to Seyyed Hamid Pourmohammadi, Head of the Planning and Budget Organization.
Salehi-Amiri: Sadi’s language, a means of cultural diplomacy

TEHRAN - The culture and language of great Iranian poet Sadi Shirazi stems from identity of Iranians, said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri on Saturday.
Iran, Turkey discuss closer cultural and tourism cooperation

TEHRAN - In a meeting held on Saturday between Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, and Turkey’s ambassador to the Islamic Republic, Hicabi Kirlangic, emphasized strengthening cultural ties and expanding cooperation in tourism and heritage sectors.

International

The day Americans march against authoritarianism

TEHRAN—The nationwide "50501" protests held on April 19 represent a significant and multifaceted grassroots mobilization against President Donald Trump's policies and governance style during his second term.
Ortagus's rude diplomacy reflects American policy

BEIRUT — With the phrase “Crack is wack, Walid,” Morgan Ortagus, the U.S. Deputy Special Envoy to West Asia, addressed Lebanon’s Druze leader Walid Jumblatt on X in response to a statement he made last weekend describing the United States’ conditions for Lebanon as “impossible.”
Israeli troops caught in deadly ambush

TEHRAN – Hamas executes a complex ambush against Israeli occupation forces in Gaza, causing casualties.

A look at what Iran's Leader wrote to Putin this week, and why it matters