Archive - Tehran Times

2024-06-22 13:47

Tehran Times publishes a special issue on late FM

2024-06-22 13:05

By Alireza Enayati, Iran’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia

Amir Abdollahian promoted new regional security order to advance neighborhood policy

TEHRAN - In the summer of 2021, as Ebrahim Raisi began his presidency, the concept of "neighborhood policy" became a cornerstone of the Islamic Republic of Iran's foreign policy.

2024-06-22 13:05

By Mohammad Sadegh Fazli, Director General of the Foreign Minister's Office

1000 days of service

Martyr Hossein Amir Abdollahian was a dedicated and active Foreign Minister of Iran

TEHRAN – For the past few days, the warm and kind voice of the foreign minister has been absent from the hallways, phones, meetings, and offices. There are no messages or instructions, and his always-open office door is now closed, with an eerie silence. He has left this earthly world and chosen to commune with the sacred and celestial.

2024-06-22 13:04

By Mir Masoud Hosseinian, Ambassador of Iran to Tunisia

Amir Abdollahian was highly engaging and consultative

“And do not say about those who are killed in the way of Allah, ‘They are dead’. Rather, they are alive, but you perceive [it] not.” (2:154)

Bright Kupemba, Zimbabwe's esteemed ambassador to Tehran

2024-06-22 13:04

By Mona Hojat Ansari

Amir Abdollahian deeply understood Africa: Zimbabwean envoy

TEHRAN – The late Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian was perhaps the only top Iranian diplomat who understood that the world has different pillars and that all countries must be addressed with the same level of respect and engagement.

Kim Junpyo, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Iran

2024-06-22 13:04

Facilitating key negotiations was testament to Abdollahian’s diplomatic acumen: Korean ambassador

TEHRAN - Kim Junpyo, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Iran, calls Foreign Minister Abdollahian a “notable figure” in the diplomatic community whose untimely demise is a “significant loss” for Iran and the international community.

2024-06-22 13:04

Japanese ambassador says Amir Abdollahian raised Iran’s regional status

TEHRAN – Japan’s ambassador to Iran tells the Tehran Times that Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian “played an instrumental role in realizing stable relations with Iran’s neighbors and raising the profile of Iran in the region.”

Hicabi Kırlangıç, the Turkish ambassador to Iran

2024-06-22 13:02

Amir Abdollahian greatly contributed to strengthening multilateralism: Turkish ambassador

‘His calm diplomatic effort will be a guide for the new generation of diplomats’

TEHRAN - Hicabi Kırlangıç, the Turkish ambassador to Iran, tells the Tehran Times that the late Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian greatly contributed to peaceful world order and strengthening multilateralism.

2024-06-22 13:02

By Mona Hojat Ansari

Amir Abdollahian: The Resistance's strong arm

The late diplomat dedicated his life to serving Iran and the region

TEHRAN – Throughout history, it is unusual to find a figure whose allies and detractors unanimously agree on their character.

2024-06-22 13:01

By Maryam Amir Shabani

Envoy highlights four visits of martyr diplomat to Geneva

‘Tireless and patient Amir Abdollahian never hesitated to take right actions in line with national interests’

TEHRAN/GENEVA – Geneva was a key hub for the government's multilateral diplomacy, which led martyr Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian to visit the city four times last year.

2024-06-22 12:03

Iran beat Kazakhstan at 2024 Asian Women’s U18 Volleyball Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Kazakhstan 3-1 (25-13, 23-25, 25-16, 25-13) in the 15th Asian Women’s U18 Volleyball Championship on Saturday.

2024-06-22 11:25

Iranian athlete Khosravani banned three years for doping

TEHRAN - The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has banned Para athletics athlete Amir Khosravani for a period of three (3) years for committing an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), in breach of the IPC Anti-Doping Code.

2024-06-22 00:39

By Parviz Esmaili, Former Iranian ambassador to Croatia

‘We know nothing about him except good…’

TEHRAN - In light of the recent tragic helicopter crash and the martyrdom of the esteemed President, Foreign Minister, and other servants of our country, it is with a heavy heart that I write. May their souls rest in divine mercy, and may God grant patience and strength to the grieving families and the noble nation of Iran.

2024-06-22 00:27

Iran, Qatar vow to strengthen ties, end Israeli crimes in Gaza

TEHRAN – Iran's acting Foreign Minister Ali Baqeri Kani has lauded the burgeoning political and economic relations between Iran and Qatar, emphasizing the Islamic Republic’s strategic policy of fostering strong ties with neighboring countries.

2024-06-22 00:26

TEHRAN PAPERS

The world admits that Iran's nuclear activity is peaceful

TEHRAN - Siasat-e-Rooz devoted its editorial to the report of the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) and wrote: In recent days, numerous news and reports have been published about the increasing tendency of the possessors of nuclear weapons to expand these weapons, and this is a big alarm for the security of the world.

2024-06-22 00:25

Iranian MP condemns silence on Israeli atrocities in Gaza

TEHRAN – Sara Fallahi, the representative of Ilam in Iran’s Islamic Consultative Assembly, has criticized the silence of human rights advocates regarding the Israeli regime's actions in Gaza, which has led to a severe humanitarian crisis.

2024-06-22 00:25

Egypt, Jordan, UAE exports to Israel rise despite Gaza onslaught

Egyptian exports to Israel doubled in 2024 compared to the previous year despite Israel's devastating war on Gaza since October, according to a new report by Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics.

2024-06-22 00:25

Foreign Affairs: Hamas stronger than October 7

Nine months of Israeli air and ground combat operations in Gaza have not defeated Hamas, nor is Israel close to vanquishing the group, Foreign Affairs wrote in an article.

2024-06-22 00:24

By Shahrokh Saei

Doomsday clock ticking for Israel’s annihilation

An Israeli official says Hezbollah can make Israel ‘uninhabitable in 72 hours’

TEHRAN- As Israel’s saber-rattling against Lebanon’s Hezbollah heats up, the regime’s vulnerability in case of a possible full-blown conflict with the resistance movement is thrust into the public spotlight.

2024-06-22 00:23

By Wesam Bahrani

More Israeli casualties in Gaza

Palestinian resistance forces ambush occupation forces

TEHRAN - The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) confirmed on Friday that two sergeants were killed during battles in the Gaza Strip, while eight others were injured, three of whom sustained serious injuries.

2024-06-22 00:23

Tensions rise to unprecedented levels as Canada blacklists IRGC

TEHRAN – Canada’s recent decision to designate a major branch of Iran’s military as a “terrorist organization” has been met with a strong rebuke from the Iranian side, which says it reserves the right to reciprocate with a "proper” response.

2024-06-22 00:22

Iran sounds alarm on weaponization of ICT

TEHRAN - At a Security Council high-level debate on evolving threats in cyberspace, convened by the Republic of Korea, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations acknowledged that while information and communications technology (ICT) presents numerous opportunities, it also introduces ever-evolving threats.

2024-06-22 00:22

Prominent Iranian cleric slams distortion of Quranic verses by ex-FM

TEHRAN – A leading Iranian cleric and head of the Islamic Development Organization has strongly criticized former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif for misrepresenting verses of the Holy Quran in a recent TV appearance.

2024-06-22 00:21

Iranian commander praises vigilant protection of national airspace

TEHRAN – Brigadier General Alireza Sabahifard, commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Air Defense Force (IRIADF), a branch of the nation’s Army, has praised the force's rigorous oversight of Iran’s airspace.

2024-06-22 00:21

‘Illegal robbery': Iran condemns U.S. auction of Venezuela's Citgo oil firm

TEHRAN - Iran's Foreign Ministry has condemned the U.S. court-ordered auction of shares in Venezuela's Citgo Petroleum Corporation, calling it a violation of international law.

2024-06-22 00:20

By Mona Hojat Ansari

Candidates talk economic policies in 2nd televised debate

TEHRAN – The six candidates running for president in the June 28 vote appeared on TV for the second time on Thursday to discuss their plans and policies for Iran’s economy, which has been under straddling pressure in the past few years due to U.S. sanctions.