Tehran Times

Iran's Pezeshkian, Egypt's al-Sisi eye on ‘full restoration of ties’

TEHRAN – The presidents of Iran and Egypt on Thursday reviewed the recent positive steps taken in relations between the two countries and expressed hope that such steps would continue until the “full restoration of ties”.
By Shahrokh Saei

Captive crisis: Israeli PM facing mounting pressure

TEHRAN- Pressure is building up on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his failure to return captives held in the Gaza Strip.
By Wesam Bahrani

Israeli forces assault Gaza hospital

TEHRAN - Israeli forces have waged heavy artillery shelling around Kamal Adwan Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip, resulting in fires breaking out inside its intensive care unit (ICU).
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Is the army chief fit to be Lebanon's president?

BEIRUT - Coinciding with Trump’s return to the White House, Lebanon is awaiting the election of a president on January 9.
President Pezeshkian departs Tehran for D-8 meeting in Egypt

TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian departed Tehran for Egypt to attend the D-8 summit of developing Muslim nations on Thursday.

Politics

Araghchi calls for D-8 action against Israeli aggression in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria

TEHRAN – The 21st Session of the D-8 Council of Ministers convened amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria, resulting from Israeli aggression.
‘You are not a politician’: Iran rebukes Grossi for unprofessional remarks on nuclear program

TEHRAN – Iranian officials have sharply criticized IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi's recent assessment of Iran's nuclear program, with several key figures directly addressing his claims.
Zarif, China envoy discuss bilateral ties, implementation of 25-Year cooperation agreement

TEHRAN – In a meeting held on Wednesday, Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs Mohammad Javad Zarif, and the Chinese Ambassador to Iran, Zong Piyu, underscored the importance of operationalizing the comprehensive 25-year strategic partnership between the two nations.

Esteghlal held by Aluminum in PGPL

TEHRAN – Esteghlal football team were held to a 1-1 draw by Aluminum in the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
Iran into Water Polo World Cup 2025 Division 2 semis

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Portugal 15-11 in the Men's Water Polo World Cup 2025, Division 2 quarterfinals on Friday.
FIFA chief hails women-only crowd at Sepahan, Persepolis match

TEHRAN - FIFA president Gianni Infantino has offered "heartfelt gratitude" to Iranian authorities for allowing tens of thousands of women and girls to attend a top-flight soccer match between Sepahan and Persepolis on Monday.

Iranian short animation, Palestinian feature film make it to 2025 Oscars shortlists

TEHRAN-A short animation from Iran and a feature film from Palestine have found their way into the shortlist of their respected category for the upcoming 97th Oscars ceremony.
Palestine World Prize for Literature announces winners

TEHRAN- The second edition of the Palestine World Prize for Literature announced its winners across six categories during a ceremony held in Baghdad, Iraq, on Monday night.
Tehran photo exhibition showcases Palestinian resilience

TEHRAN- A photo exhibition titled "Keys That Last Longer Than Israel" is currently underway at the Palestine Museum of Contemporary Art in Tehran.

Iran's finance minister meets D-8 secretary-general to discuss trade, investment

TEHRAN – Iran's Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Abdolnaser Hemmati met with Secretary-general of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation Isiaka Abdulqadir Imam on Thursday to discuss boosting trade and investment among the eight developing Islamic nations.
Iran-Egypt trade surges 67% in 8 months amid growing economic ties

TEHRAN – Trade between Iran and Egypt reached $17.18 million in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-November 20), marking a 67 percent increase compared to the same period last year, a trade official said on Thursday.
China ready to invest in combined-cycle power plants in Iran’s Khuzestan

TEHRAN – Chinese investors are prepared to fund the construction of combined-cycle power plants in Iran’s energy-rich Khuzestan province to help address the country’s energy imbalance and boost regional economic development, a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) representative said on Thursday.

Atlas of biosphere reserves, endemic fish poster unveiled

TEHRAN –During a ceremony held on Thursday, the head of the Department of Environment (DOE), Shina Ansari, unveiled an atlas of the country’s biosphere reserves as well as the endemic fish poster.
Intl. congress on nanoscience, nanotechnology slated for January

TEHRAN –The tenth international congress on nanoscience and nanotechnology is scheduled to be held from January 29 to 30 in Rafsanjan, a city in the southern Kerman province.
Over 40% of wetland area exposed to drying up: DOE chief

TEHRAN –Due to low precipitation and insufficient water right allocation, some 43 percent of the wetlands of the country are subject to dryness, the head of the Department of Environment has said.

Yalda Night: a celebration of light and togetherness

Once again, Yalda Night is approaching as a celebration of warmth, love, and togetherness cherished by all devotees of the Persian culture.
Iran handicraft exports see 11% growth in eight months

TEHRAN - Iran’s handicraft exports reached $150 million in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (started on March 20), marking an 11% increase compared to the same period last year.
Cultural initiatives proposed between Iran, Greece

TEHRAN- The Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, met with Greece's Minister of Culture, Lina Mendoni, on Tuesday during his visit to Armenia for the 8th Ministerial Meeting of the Ancient Civilizations Forum.

Captive crisis: Israeli PM facing mounting pressure

TEHRAN- Pressure is building up on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his failure to return captives held in the Gaza Strip.
Israeli forces assault Gaza hospital

TEHRAN - Israeli forces have waged heavy artillery shelling around Kamal Adwan Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip, resulting in fires breaking out inside its intensive care unit (ICU).
Is the army chief fit to be Lebanon's president?

BEIRUT - Coinciding with Trump’s return to the White House, Lebanon is awaiting the election of a president on January 9.