Tehran Times

2025-03-20 13:34
Leader names 1404 the year of "Investments for Production"

TEHRAN — In his annual message marking the start of the new Iranian year (1404 in the Persian calendar), the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, named the year "Investments for Production."
- The first message of the year by Ayatollah Khamenei: Reflections and Perspectives for the future

Trump’s approach toward Iran suffers from fundamental contradiction: Hill

Publicizing a letter before it reaches intended recipient is an unusual diplomatic move

TEHRAN - In an opinion piece on March 17, The Hill wrote that Donald Trump’s approach toward Iran “suffers from fundamental contradiction”.
By Mona Hojat Ansari

Trump breaks character as he strikes Yemen, threatens Iran

TEHRAN – The United States renewed strikes against Yemen on Saturday, marking an opening salvo of assaults under President Donald Trump who had said in his inaugural address that contrary to his predecessor Joe Biden, he would act as a “peace-maker”.
Tehran, Tokyo insist on diplomacy in regard to Iran’s nuclear program

TEHRAN – The Iranian and Japanese foreign ministers have insisted on the need to “employ diplomacy” and launch “diplomatic talks” especially on Iran’s nuclear program, IRNA reported on Monday.
Iran calls renewed Israeli raids on Gaza ‘continuation of genocide and ethnic cleansing’

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Tuesday strongly condemned renewed Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, describing them as a “continuation of genocide and ethnic cleansing” in the besieged territory, Press TV reported.
By Batool Subeiti

Power and persistence: The shifting dynamics of West Asia in the Trump era

LONDON - The future direction of West Asia remains uncertain, but one fundamental principle holds: power determines survival. Those who lack strength—whoever they may be—will not endure, including the Israeli occupation. Meanwhile, the strong will consolidate their position.

Politics

Tehran writes to UN about US threatening language against Iran

TEHRAN – Tehran’s ambassador to the UN has denounced inflammatory remarks by Donald Trump and his senior officials against Iran and said Washington’s accusations against the Islamic Republic regarding Yemen are entirely “baseless”.
Iran’s nuclear program: double standards of Western pressure

TEHRAN – The discussion regarding Iran’s nuclear program is once more at the forefront of U.S. foreign policy talks, with a recent article from the Wall Street Journal advocating for the total nuclear disarmament of Iran.
A look at the history of Iran’s efforts for the nationalization of its oil

TEHRAN – Soon after oil was discovered in Iran in 1908 as the first country in the region, colonial powers, particularly Britain and later the United States sought to bring the Iranian national wealth under their control, depriving the impoverished nation of its revenues.

Sports

Victory against UAE will confirm Iran’s spot at 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN - Victory for Iran against the UAE in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to 26 on Thursday will almost surely confirm their spot at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Tractor return top of PGPL

TEHRAN – Tractor football team edged past Gol Gohar 2-1 Sunday night to return top of the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).
Iran come third at Karate 1-Premier League

TEHRAN – Iranian athletes captured one gold medal, two silvers, and two bronzes at the 2025 Karate 1-Premier League in Hangzhou.

Culture

"Dreams on a Pillow": tap to journey through Nakba

TEHRAN-In the world of mobile games, where quick reflexes and high scores often take center stage, some experiences go beyond mere entertainment. "Dreams on a Pillow" is one such game—a mobile adventure that not only challenges your skills but also immerses you in a powerful emotional journey through one of the most defining moments in Palestinian history: the Nakba of 1948.
Ariana Neumann’s “When Time Stopped” available in Persian

TEHRAN-The Persian translation of the book “When Time Stopped: A Memoir of My Father's War and What Remains” written by Ariana Neumann has been released in the bookstores across Iran.
Veteran Iranian graphic designer, painter Kamran Katouzian passes away

TEHRAN-The veteran Iranian graphic designer and painter Kamran Katouzian passed away in Tehran on Saturday at 83.

Economy

Iran exports $17m worth of tea; Russia, India top destinations

TEHRAN – Iran has exported 13,000 tons of tea worth $17 million over the past 11 months, with Russia and India as the main destinations, the head of the Iran Tea Organization said.
Iran exports commodities worth $95.3m to Kyrgyzstan in 10 months

TEHRAN- Iran exported commodities valued at $95.322 million to Kyrgyzstan in the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025), the spokesperson for the Trade Development Committee of the House of Industry, Mining, and Trade announced.
Daily gasoline consumption expected to reach 135m liters during Nowruz

TEHRAN – Iran’s daily gasoline consumption is expected to hit 135 million liters during the Nowruz holidays, up from the current 124 million liters per day, the head of the National Iranian Oil Products Distribution Company (NIOPDC) said.

Society

Tehran to host first symposium on AI in health

TEHRAN –The first symposium on artificial intelligence in health, with a focus on smart hospitals, is planned to be held in Tehran in the summer.
Shiraz, St. Petersburg universities conducting joint research projects

TEHRAN –Shiraz University and St. Petersburg University are conducting ten collaborative research projects.
Rainfall drops by 36% in current water year

TEHRAN – From the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2024) till March 14, precipitations across the country amounted to 96.6 mm, indicating a 36-percent decrease compared to 152.4 mm recorded in the same period last year, according to the Metrological Organization.

Tourism

Nowruz in Tehran embraces tranquility amidst urban splendor

TEHRAN - As Nowruz approaches, Tehran’s hustle and bustle gives way to serene tranquility, offering visitors a unique perspective on the Iranian capital.
Kish Island to host new museum dedicated to Islamic heritage

TEHRAN - A historical building on Kish Island is set to be converted into a museum dedicated to showcasing Islamic-era relics and arts following a newly signed agreement between the Dafineh Museums Group and the Kish Free Zone Organization.
UNESCO-listed Nowruz celebrated at Persepolis with Central Asian diplomats

TEHRAN – A multinational Nowruz remembrance was held at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Persepolis, bringing together ambassadors from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan to celebrate the ancient Persian New Year.

International

Over 400 killed as Israel resumes war on Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday’s air attacks that killed hundreds of Palestinians in Gaza are “only the beginning” and Israel will press ahead until it realizes all its war goals, destroying Hamas and freeing all captives held by the group.
Beyond the bricks: CIPCC's memorable expedition to the Great Wall of China

BEIJING- Imagine standing atop a structure that snakes across mountains as far as the eye can see. The Great Wall of China is more than just bricks and stones. It's a symbol of history, resilience, and human ingenuity.
Child killed as Syria’s HTS militants shell civilians in eastern Lebanon

A child has been killed and four other civilians injured as militants aligned with Syria’s ruling Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) regime launched a volley of rockets at a residential neighborhood in Lebanon’s eastern province of Baalbek-Hermel.

Publicizing a letter before it reaches intended recipient is an unusual diplomatic move