France holds defense cabinet meeting, as Iran-US tensions mount

French President Emmanuel Macron was convening key ministers and experts on Wednesday to discuss Iran, including its nuclear program, amid growing tensions between Tehran and U.S. President Donald Trump, three diplomatic sources said.

 Persian Gulf Arab states, including Saudi Arabia, oppose potential US attack on Iran: Guardian

TEHRAN - In a commentary on March 31, the British newspaper the Guardian wrote an article saying that the Persian Gulf Arab states are opposed to a possible U.S. attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities, believing it will make the Middle East region more insecure.

Iranian robotics team shines in Kazakhstan RoboLand 2025

TEHRAN – Iranian students aged 7-17 won second place among seven countries in the Kazakhstan RoboLand 2025 which was held from March 27 to 29 in the city of Karaganda.

Sanctions contradict UNESCO’s Open Access Policy: science minister

TEHRAN – Science Minister Hossein Simaei-Sarraf has condemned sanctions imposed on the country’s science sector, saying that the sanctions are in opposition to UNESCO’s Open Access Policy.

Hakim: Regional developments should not be underestimated or exaggerated

Ammar Hakim, the leader of Iraq's National Wisdom Movement, met with Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Kazem Al Sadeq to discuss regional developments and bilateral relations, emphasizing the need for peace and stability in the region.

Iran taking part in BRICS Environment Working Group meetings

TEHRAN – Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment, represents the country in the 11th BRICS Environment Working Group (EWG) meetings, which are taking place in Brazil.

No such thing as ‘military option’ let alone ‘military solution’ to Iran nuclear issue: Tehran

TEHRAN - Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stressed the importance of diplomacy over Iran’s nuclear program, warning there is no “military solution” as tensions escalate following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to bomb Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.

White House spins Iran's defensive preparations as 'military threats' in response to Tehran Times

TEHRAN - The White House reacted to an exclusive report by the Tehran Times, which revealed on Sunday that Iran has readied missiles inside its sprawling underground facilities to respond to a potential U.S. attack on its nuclear sites, a threat President Donald Trump has been throwing ever since he took office in January.

S. Arabia, UAE and Kuwait refuse to let US use air bases for possible Iran attack: i24NEWS

TEHRAN - Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait secretly told Tehran that they will not allow the US to use their air bases to strike Iran, a Saudi source told i24NEWS early on Monday.

Tehran tells UN it will respond decisively in case of US attack on Iran

TEHRAN – On Monday, Iran filed an official protest at the United Nations Security Council against U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to conduct military strikes against the Islamic Republic, warning Washington and Tel Aviv of a swift and decisive response in case of any act of aggression.

Iran will be forced to build nuclear arms if it is bombed: top politician

TEHRAN - Ali Larijani, a top Iranian politician, says Iran has the capability to build nuclear weapon but the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has issued a fatwa (religious decree) banning its production, but if the United States or Israel attacks Iran then the Islamic Republic will be pushed toward building nuclear weapons under public pressure at home.

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.

“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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

IRCS ready to assist quake-hit Myanmar

TEHRAN – The director of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) for international affairs, Razieh Alishvandi, has announced the IRCS's readiness to dispatch rescue forces and relief supplies to help people affected by the earthquake in Myanmar.

Iran, FAO hold workshops to enhance pistachio safety, export potential

TEHRAN –Under a project entitled “Improving Pistachio Production and Export through Establishment of Integrated Product Management,” the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Iran in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture has organized a series of workshops to strengthen the pistachio safety and export potential.

Venezuelan ambassador, Cuban diplomat participate in Tehran’s Quds Day demonstrations

TEHRAN - The Venezuelan Ambassador to Iran and the Chargé d’Affaires of the Cuban Embassy took part in this year’s Quds Day demonstrations in Tehran, joining thousands of Iranians and international representatives in expressing solidarity with the Palestinian cause.​

Iranians mark International Quds Day

Rallies held in 900 cities across Iran

TEHRAN - International Quds Day, which falls on the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, was commemorated in different cities and villages across Iran.