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Yesterday 19:48
By Fardin Molaei
Iran condemns fresh US strikes, warns of retaliation while pursuing regional diplomacy
TEHRAN — Iran has strongly condemned a new wave of US military strikes on its territory, describing them as grave violations of international law and the ceasefire memorandum reached between Tehran and Washington, while simultaneously intensifying diplomatic engagement with regional partners to prevent a broader escalation in the Persian Gulf.
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2026-07-03 16:02
Iranian, Russian experts ink MOU to combat SDSs in Khuzestan province
TEHRAN – The natural resources and watershed management department of Khuzestan province has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with MA VOSTOK, a Russian company, to combat desertification and mitigate the impacts of sand and dust storms (SDSs) in the province's industrial regions, particularly the Shadegan oil field.
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2026-06-29 15:43
Iranian, Russian universities ink MOU
TEHRAN – Shahid Beheshti University has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia to deepen cooperation within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) agreements.
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2026-06-26 21:06
Russia’s envoy tells Tehran Times:
New joint nuclear projects in discussion
TEHRAN – Russia is seen as one of Iran’s most important allies, which naturally makes Tehran’s relationship with Moscow during the recent U.S.-Israeli war against Iran especially significant. This is particularly true amid ongoing tensions with Washington and in light of the many potential challenges that may emerge in the future.
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2026-06-17 21:11
Iran expands diplomatic coordination with Russia, China, and Oman following Islamabad Accord
TEHRAN – Iran has intensified diplomatic consultations with key regional and international partners following the conclusion of the Islamabad Accord with the United States, holding high-level talks with Russia, China, and Oman on the agreement’s implementation, regional security, and future cooperation.
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2026-06-15 21:27
Beyond the West: The rise of a multipolar order
TEHRAN- A recent discussion hosted jointly by Tehran Times and Sputnik featured retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Karen Kwiatkowski, who shared her views on U.S. foreign policy, the conflicts involving Iran and Ukraine, and the changing balance of power in the international system.
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2026-06-13 17:16
‘Iran, the Origin of All Stories’ initiative unveiled at Russian tourism forum
TEHRAN – Iran has unveiled a new international tourism initiative titled “Iran, the Origin of All Stories” at the sixth International Tourism Forum of Russia, where representatives from 32 countries gathered in Moscow.
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2026-06-12 17:25
Tehran, Moscow sign three-year tourism cooperation roadmap
TEHRAN – Iran and Russia have signed a tourism cooperation action plan covering the period from 2026 to 2028 during the sixth International Tourism Forum that runs from June 10 to 12 in Moscow.
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2026-06-10 20:10
‘Unprovoked aggression’: Russia, China urge restraint after US-Iran escalation
TEHRAN - Russia has raised concerns about the latest Iran–US escalation, blaming “unprovoked US-Israel aggression” for continued tensions, which began more than 100 days ago.
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2026-06-10 20:04
IAEA board passes anti-Iran resolution despite objections
TEHRAN- The Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Wednesday adopted a resolution concerning Iran by 21 votes in favor, three against, and 10 abstentions, in a move Tehran and its allies described as politically motivated and detrimental to ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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2026-06-10 15:23
Tehran, Moscow emphasize need to boost scientific cooperation
TEHRAN – Iranian Science, Research and Technology Minister, Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, and Russian Science and Higher Education Minister, Valery Falkov, reviewed strategies for developing scientific, educational, and academic cooperation between the two countries with an emphasis on expanding professor and student exchanges, strengthening research cooperation, and facilitating academic interactions.
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2026-06-07 15:56
INSF, RSF to support joint research projects
TEHRAN – Iran and Russia will support the implementation of 15 research projects proposed after the third joint call by the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF) and the Russian Science Foundation (RSF).
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2026-05-29 20:59
Iran calls for a new regional security order
TEHRAN - The deputy secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) for international affairs has said a growing number of countries have welcomed Tehran’s proposal to establish a new regional security equation aimed at ensuring long-term peace and stability in the region and beyond.
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2026-05-19 19:55
A look at Iran’s treasure trove in Russia
The State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia, houses one of the most important and richest collections of pre-Islamic Iranian art and artifacts in the world. This unique collection ranges from Elamite pottery to Achaemenid reliefs and Parthian coins, offering visitors a vivid picture of the history and art of ancient Iran.
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2026-05-15 21:58
Russia calls for immediate end to war against Iran
TEHRAN — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Friday during his visit to India that the primary task at present regarding Iran is to immediately end the war and achieve a sustainable agreement.
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2026-05-15 21:55
Russia pledges close cooperation with Iran to resolve crisis in West Asia
TEHRAN – Russia is committed to working closely with Iran to find peaceful solutions to West Asia crisis within the framework of international law, a senior Russian security official announced on Thursday, during a meeting with his Iranian counterpart on the sidelines of a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Kyrgyzstan’s capital.
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2026-05-09 20:56
By Shahrokh Saei
Russian ambassador in Tehran marks Victory Day, reflecting pride in Soviet WWII legacy
TEHRAN – Russian Ambassador to Iran Alexey Dedov took part in Victory Day commemorations in Tehran on Saturday, marking the 81st anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
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2026-05-02 21:03
Iran’s top diplomat steps up talks with France, Russia, and S. Korea to end war
TEHRAN- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has held a series of diplomatic consultations with his French and Russian counterparts as efforts intensify to bring an end to the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel.
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2026-04-28 20:35
Former British diplomat: War with Iran is a global war against a corrupt financial architecture
TEHRAN- Former British diplomat and leading geopolitical analyst Alastair Crooke has warned that the ongoing war with Iran is not a conventional military conflict but a global war against a corrupt financial architecture that has long suppressed the real economy in favor of Wall Street speculation.
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2026-04-28 12:42
FM: Tehran and Moscow are strategic partners
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2026-04-27 09:19
Araghchi Arrives In St. Petersburg
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2026-04-21 21:37
Russia: US-Israeli strikes on Iran undermine NPT
TEHRAN- Russia has condemned the U.S.-Israeli military aggression against Iran, warning that the attacks have severely weakened the global nuclear nonproliferation regime and the IAEA safeguards system.
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2026-04-21 13:09
Russia has sent urgent humanitarian aid to Lebanon
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2026-04-18 18:12
Iran, Russia urge UNESCO action over damage to Tehran heritage site
TEHRAN – Iran and Russia have sent a joint letter to the UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany protesting damage to civilian infrastructure and cultural heritage in Tehran following airstrikes.
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2026-04-14 23:37
Top diplomats from Russia, Egypt, and Oman discuss latest developments with their Iranian counterpar
Iran has intensified a flurry of diplomatic engagements with regional and global powers as efforts continue to contain escalating tensions following weeks of conflict and inconclusive negotiations with the United States.
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2026-04-12 22:42
Iran, Russia presidents discuss West Asia developments
TEHRAN- Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian held a phone call to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East, according to a statement from the Kremlin.
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2026-04-07 23:41
Russia and China veto UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz amid US threats
TEHRAN - Russia and China vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution on Tuesday that sought to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, hours before a US-imposed deadline for Iran to allow transit or face attacks on its infrastructure. The heavily watered-down measure, which passed with 11 votes in favor, two against, and two abstentions, had removed any language authorizing offensive action, limiting it to “defensive means necessary” for securing navigation. Even in its weakened form, the resolution was blocked by Moscow and Beijing, underscoring growing opposition to US and Israeli aggression against Iran.
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2026-04-06 23:45
Iranian FM cautions counterparts on 'Inaction Towards Aggressors'
TEHRAN – “It is clear that this inaction… has further emboldened the aggressors to continue these brutal attacks in violation of international principles and rules,” Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned during a series of high-level phone calls with his counterparts from France, India, and Russia.
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2026-03-31 17:31
Lavrov says ‘old world order’ is crumbling, urges end to war on Iran
TEHRAN - Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said the global system is undergoing a profound transformation, warning of a “teardown” of the “old world order” amid intensifying competition for international leadership.
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2026-03-26 20:41
By Dr. Jin Liangxiang, Director, Center for Middle East Studies, SIIS
Iran’s anti-US-Israeli war: A conflict set to reshape the global order
SHANGHAI - The military campaign against Iran, spearheaded by the United States and Israel, is already demonstrating a potential to eclipse the Russia-Ukraine war in its long-term consequences for the global order. Despite recent signals from the Trump administration hinting at a desire for a ceasefire, the domestic political realities in both Israel and Iran make an immediate ceasefire unlikely. Regardless of its eventual outcome, this conflict is poised to inflict a deeper and more enduring scar on the international system than its predecessor in Eastern Europe.