Tehran Times

2025-04-18 01:24
Saudi defense minister presents King Salman’s message to Ayatollah Khamenei

TEHRAN – Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman on Thursday met with Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and presented a message from the country’s King to him.
- Saudi king, crown prince receive letters from Iranian president
- Iran envoy to Saudi Arabia to arrive in Riyadh soon

Internal progress not dependent on Tehran-Washington talks: Iran president

TEHRAN – Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has reassured the public that the country’s internal affairs are progressing without any delays or interruptions, despite ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States.
By Soheila Zarfam

Grossi's dream for UN leadership

How the IAEA chief's aspirations are influencing his stance on Tehran's nuclear activities

TEHRAN – When thinking about Iran’s nuclear program and all the drama surrounding it, it’s easy to also think of a list of names belonging to those who wouldn't exactly mind if things went south.
Araghchi to deliver Leader’s message to Putin

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to travel to Moscow on Thursday to deliver a message from the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, to Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
By Batool Subeiti

The well-balanced arms and diplomacy

LONDON - A military confrontation with Iran remains unlikely for now, but negotiations are expected to be lengthy and complex. Whether the United States continues its talks with Iran or instructs the Israeli occupation entity to initiate a military offensive, in both scenarios, it will be the entity that ultimately bears the cost.
By Sondoss Al Asaad

Riyadh interferes in Lebanon’s municipal elections, excludes Hariri

BEIRUT — Not satisfied with the political quarantine it imposed on Lebanon’s former Prime Minister Saad Hariri more than two years ago, Saudi Arabia is seeking to sideline him as he announced his intention to return to political life by actively contesting the municipal elections scheduled for May 2025.

Politics

Iran ready to help seal Armenia-Azerbaijan peace

TEHRAN – After decades of tensions over Nagorno-Karabakh, a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan seems imminent. Iran, a neighbor with friendly ties to both nations, has offered to facilitate the signing of the finalized treaty.
Tehran Times highlights shared commitment to Palestinian cause during Al Jazeera visit

Doha — A delegation from Iran’s Tehran Times and Mehr Media Group visited Al Jazeera Media Network’s headquarters in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday, engaging in discussions on collaborative journalism and the critical role of media in exposing the Israeli regime’s genocidal crimes in Gaza and across West Asia.
Iran summons Argentine diplomat over unfounded AMIA bombing allegations

TEHRAN – Iran has formally summoned the Argentine chargé d'affaires in Tehran to strongly protest against recent accusations made by Argentine judicial authorities, which targeted senior Iranian officials over the 1994 AMIA bombing.

Sports

Iran book berth in 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Div. B

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Jordan 88-70 on Thursday to book their berth in the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Div. B – WABA Qualification Tournament.
Esteghlal, Gol Gohar share spoils: PGPL

TEHRAN – Gol Gohar and Esteghlal football teams shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw in the 2024/25 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Wednesday.
Iran defeat Syria in FIBA Asia Cup Division B Qualification for Women

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Syria 65-55 Tuesday night in the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup Div. B – WABA Qualification Tournament.

Culture

13th Flying Turtle Awards concludes without golden prize winner

TEHRAN- The 13th edition of the Flying Turtle Awards took place on Tuesday evening, with no announcement made by the jury for a winner of the golden prize.
Iranian theater director Amir Reza Koohestani to lead 34th Ecole des Maîtres

TEHRAN-Iranian theater director and playwright Amir Reza Koohestani has been invited to direct the 34th Ecole des Maîtres (School of Masters), which is an advanced theatre training project, set to be held in various European cities from August 26 to October 3.
“The Dictator's Last Night” at Iranian bookstores

TEHRAN-A Persian translation of Algerian author Yasmina Khadra’s book “The Dictator's Last Night” has recently been published by Vazn-e Donia Publications in Tehran.

Economy

Representatives from 30 countries to attend Iran’s oil investment event

TEHRAN - Representatives from 30 countries across Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa have confirmed their participation in the upcoming “Transformation in Upstream Oil and Gas Investment” event in Iran.
Iran eyes re-export of Brazilian meat under ‘Halal Iran’ brand to Islamic markets

TEHRAN – Iran’s Agriculture Minister says the country may leverage infrastructure developed in Brazil to re-export red meat under the “Halal Iran” brand to Islamic countries, even as domestic meat production improves and direct imports from Brazil gradually decline.
Over $440m attracted for National Housing Movement Scheme

TEHRAN – Iran has mobilized 220 trillion rials (around $440 million) through bank loans and applicant contributions in the Previous Iranian calendar year (ended on March 20, 2025) to finance the construction of housing units in new towns under the National Housing Movement scheme, a senior official said.

Society

DOE developing action plan for conservation of sharks, rays

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) is drafting an action plan for the preservation of sharks and rays.
Knowledge-based companies to attend EXPO MED 2025

TEHRAN – Supported by the Organization for Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, Iranian knowledge-based firms will participate in EXPO MED 2025, which is planned to be held from April 24 to 26, in Istanbul, Turkey.
WFP releases March report on Iran

TEHRAN – The World Food Program (WFP) has released a report, expounding on activities in Iran over the month of March.

Tourism

Researchers uncover key paleolithic findings in cave, western Iran

TEHRAN - A recent archaeological excavation in Ghamari Cave in Lorestan province has drawn considerable domestic and international attention.
Tehran to host UN Tourism’s inaugural forum dedicated to urban attractions

TEHRAN - Tehran has been selected to host UN Tourism’s first-ever urban forum dedicated to urban attractions, following a key agreement reached on the sidelines of a regional conference organized by the UN body in Indonesia.
Isfahan to host UN Tourism gathering for East Asia

TEHRAN -- The ancient city of Isfahan, with a positive vote of over 30 member states of the UN Tourism Commission, has become the host of the 38th gathering of the Regional Commission of East Asia in 2026, said Isfahan Governor-General Mehdi Jamalinejad.

International

The well-balanced arms and diplomacy

LONDON - A military confrontation with Iran remains unlikely for now, but negotiations are expected to be lengthy and complex. Whether the United States continues its talks with Iran or instructs the Israeli occupation entity to initiate a military offensive, in both scenarios, it will be the entity that ultimately bears the cost.
Riyadh interferes in Lebanon’s municipal elections, excludes Hariri

BEIRUT — Not satisfied with the political quarantine it imposed on Lebanon’s former Prime Minister Saad Hariri more than two years ago, Saudi Arabia is seeking to sideline him as he announced his intention to return to political life by actively contesting the municipal elections scheduled for May 2025.
Gaza turns into a “mass grave”

TEHRAN – Doctors Without Borders has issued a strong warning over the Israeli regime’s ongoing genocide against civilians in Gaza.

How the IAEA chief's aspirations are influencing his stance on Tehran's nuclear activities