Human Rights in Xizang in the New Era

The State Council Information Office (SCIO) of the People's Republic of China has published a white paper detailing the successful strategies implemented to enhance the economy and elevate the living standards of residents in the Xizang Autonomous Region.

Gilan sees surge in Nowruz tourism with over six million visitors

TEHRAN - Gilan province in northern Iran has experienced a considerable boost in tourism in line with the Nowruz holidays, with over six million travelers visiting the region.

Pezeshkian talks to Egyptian president, calls for greater unity against oppression

TEHRAN - In a telephone conversation on Monday afternoon with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated him and the Egyptian people on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr and called for effective position against oppression though more unity.

Proud Naderi lauds Iran’s history makers

TEHRAN – Ali Naderi was beaming with pride after Iran rewrote the history books by retaining the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup title on Sunday.

“One who sits in a glass house, does not throw stones at others,” IRGC commander

‘50,000 American forces’ in 10 military bases are within Iran’s reach: IRGC

TEHRAN - A high-ranking commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warned on Monday that the U.S. forces in the region are sitting in a “glass house” and should avoid “throwing stones at others.”

Iran says bullying is the reason for “indirect negotiations” with US

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the fact that Iran does not negotiate directly with the United States is that Washington acts like a bully.

Hakim ccalls for Iraq's exemption from sanctions on Iranian gas and electricity imports

Sayyed Ammar Hakim, leader of the Iraqi National Wisdom Movement, has called for Iraq to be exempted from sanctions affecting the import of Iranian gas and electricity.

Leader says 'strong blow' will ensue any vicious act by US or Israel

TEHRAN - Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, led the Eid al-Fitr prayers this morning at Imam Khomeini’s Musalla in Tehran, attended by a large congregation of the Iranian nation.

Iran warns US through Swiss embassy it will act swiftly to aggression

TEHRAN - Given the ongoing malicious acts of the Zionist regime aimed at creating insecurity in the region coupled with U.S. President Donald Trump’s military threats against Iran, the acting head of the Swiss embassy in Tehran was summoned to the Iranian Foreign Ministry.

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China’s Hainan Island: A must-visit for tourism and investment

HAINAN, China - Hainan Island is rapidly establishing itself as one of China's most attractive locations for tourists and investors from around the globe.

Tourism minister highlights Eid al-Fitr as opportunity for unity in Islamic World

TEHRAN – Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, extended his congratulations to the Iranian people and Muslims worldwide on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, describing it as a chance to strengthen civilizational and religious ties within the Islamic world.

Trump’s open threat to ‘bomb’ Iran is a shocking affront to global peace, Tehran warns

“Violence breeds violence, peace begets peace," Iran advises Trump

TEHRAN - U.S. President Donald Trump’s open threat of “bombing” Iran is an “affront” to global peace and security, the Iranian Foreign Ministry warned on Monday.

Human Rights in Xizang in the New Era

‪The following is the full text of a white paper on human rights in Xizang in the new era.‬ ‪The white paper was released by the State Council Information Office of the People's Republic of China at a press conference in Lhasa, capital city of southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, on Friday.‬

Iran win 2025 AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup

TEHRAN - Iran reigned supreme again at the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup after they defended their title with an 8-1 win against Oman in the Thailand 2025 final on Sunday.

Iran champions of Asian U20 Water Polo Championships

TEHRAN – Iran won the title of the 2025 Asian U20 Water Polo Championships on Sunday.

Fars province leads in culture tourism during Nowruz holidays

TEHRAN – The province of Fars has emerged as the leading destination for culture tourism in Iran during the Nowruz holidays, with historical and cultural landmarks attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors. Official statistics indicate a significant surge in domestic travel, reaffirming the province’s status as a cornerstone of Iranian cultural heritage.

Bodies of 14 missing Gaza health workers killed by Israel found

The Palestine Red Crescent Society says it has recovered 14 bodies of health workers in Rafah after its personnel came under heavy Israeli fire last week, Al Jazeera reported.

Iran and Egypt discuss situation in Gaza and the wider region

TEHRAN - During a phone conversation on Sunday night, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Atti and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Aragchi exchanged congratulations on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr and discussed regional developments, particularly the Israeli war on Gaza.

Netanyahu revives prospect of Palestinians being forced to leave Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday vowed to increase military pressure on Hamas. He said the tactic would pave the way for Israel to take control of Gaza and implement “the Trump plan" for evicting Palestinians from the enclave.

Exclusive: Iran has readied missiles for potential response amid Trump's escalating threats

TEHRAN - The Tehran Times has learned that Iran's armed forces have readied missiles with the capability to strike US-related positions, amid ongoing threats of military action from President Donald Trump if Tehran does not agree to a new nuclear agreement on his terms.

3.5m marine passengers trips recorded in 1st 2 weeks of Nowruz holidays

TEHRAN — More than 3.5 million marine passenger trips were conducted safely across Iran’s northern and southern coasts during the first two weeks of the Nowruz 2025 holidays, according to the spokesperson for the Nowruz marine transport operations at the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO).

Iran to UN: No military solution to the current situation in Yemen

TEHRAN – Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht Ravanchi suggested on Saturday that there is “no military solution” to the current situation in Yemen.

Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah patience not endless

‘If Israel does not comply, we will have no choice but to resort to other options’

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem stressed on Saturday that International Al-Quds Day is a day of solidarity with the occupied Al-Quds and all the oppressed all over the world against the tyrants.