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Tehran extends condolences to Turkey after deadly hotel blaze

TEHRAN – In the wake of a catastrophic fire at a ski resort hotel in northwestern Turkey, Iran has extended its heartfelt condolences to the victims' families and expressed deep sympathy to the Turkish people.

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Top Iranian security source denies alleged drone deal with PKK, says Turkish report fabricated

TEHRAN – An Iranian security source has denied claims circulating in Turkish media regarding a supposed secret meeting between Iranian officials and members of the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militant group, labeling the report as entirely fabricated.

2025-01-12 17:53

Flights from Gorgan to Istanbul to begin next week

TEHRAN – Weekly flights between Iran’s Gorgan and Istanbul are set to commence on January 21, the director-general of Golestan province’s airports said on Sunday.

2025/01/08

By Mohammad Khatibi

Turkey's foreign policy: anti-Israel posturing, Western alignment, and neo-Ottoman ambitions

TEHRAN – Following the collapse of the Bashar al-Assad government in Damascus, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's supporters and fervent loyalists have been boasting about a major victory for Turkey.

2024-12-30 22:53

By Dr. Amir Azizi

Recent Syria developments and its implications for the Belt and Road Initiative

TEHRAN – On December 8, the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its allied armed opposition groups took control of Syria, including Damascus, the country's capital. Various political delegations have met with Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa, also known by his nom de guerre Abu Mohammad al-Julani, the current de facto leader of the country, giving him some sort of political legitimacy.

2024-12-30 15:15

Tehran to enhance relations with Ankara, Dushanbe in education sector

TEHRAN –Holding separate sessions with ambassadors of Turkey and Tajikistan to Tehran on Sunday, Education Minister Alireza Kazemi explored avenues to expand educational cooperation between Iran and the two other countries.

2024-12-25 22:30

Prof. Hunter talks to Tehran Times

It’s hard to predict HTS would embrace inclusive government in Syria: scholar

TEHRAN - An independent scholar believes it is hard to anticipate whether the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) would establish a government with the involvement of Syria’s diverse ethnic and religious groups.

2024-12-25 22:19

By Xavier Villar

TRT Persian launch: Turkey's soft power amidst regional rivalry

MADRID – Less than three months after Mohammad Zahid Sabaji, president of Turkey’s State Radio and Television Corporation (TRT), announced the creation of a Persian-language channel, the broadcaster has commenced its operations from Turkish territory.

The honeymoon between Turkey and Syria’s new leadership will likely be over, it is merely a matter of time.

2024-12-23 22:12

By Shahrokh Saei

From fatigues to fashion: Al-Sharaa's suit and tie cannot hide rebels’ true nature

TEHRAN - Syria’s de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has been dancing to the tune of his foreign backers, notably Turkey and the United States, since his armed men ousted the Syrian government earlier this month.

2024-12-21 17:59

Iran becomes Türkiye’s second-largest source of tourism in November

TEHRAN - Iranian tourists have emerged as Türkiye’s second-largest group of visitors in November, contributing significantly to the country’s booming tourism sector.

Yalda Night: a celebration of light and togetherness

2024-12-18 16:49

By Afshin Majlesi

Yalda Night: a celebration of light and togetherness

Once again, Yalda Night is approaching as a celebration of warmth, love, and togetherness cherished by all devotees of the Persian culture.

2024-12-16 22:17

By Soheila Zarfam

Why Iran’s influence in West Asia is not going anywhere

TEHRAN – A recent article published in the Foreign Policy Magazine attempts to present a narrative in which Iran’s role in Syria has been diminished by Turkey’s growing influence following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad.

2024-12-14 22:03

By Xavier Villar

Iran's role in the geopolitical shift of West Asia

MADRID – The fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria and the subsequent transformation of the country into a "failed state" —a fragmented territory torn by the actions of various internal groups and foreign powers such as Turkey, the United States, Qatar, and Israel— has dealt a blow to one of the strategic pillars of Axis of Resistance.

2024-12-14 15:30

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Turkey did not adhere to Doha agreement on Syria crisis

Tehran Times understands Fidan’s statement on deal with Iran, Russia on Syria crisis is inaccurate

TEHRAN – The Turkish Foreign Minister has claimed that Turkey successfully persuaded Iran and Russia not to intervene militarily during the Syrian rebels' offensive which led to the downfall of President Bashar al-Assad's government in the early hours of December 8.

2024-12-13 21:59

A Libya or Sudan outcome possible in Syria without clear roadmap: analysis

TEHRAN - In a commentary published on Dec. 9, a Middle East security expert at Princeton University says once the Syrian opposition gets rid of their common enemy “and the process of shaping the future begins, their differences will surface, and it remains uncertain how reconcilable these differences will be.”

2024-12-13 01:46

Turkey appoints diplomat for long-defunct Damascus embassy

Burhan Koroglu has been appointed as the interim charge d’affaires for the Turkish embassy in Damascus.

2024-12-06 19:48

Erdogan appears to support HTS offensive

2024-12-04 19:55

Iran, Russia, and Turkey to meet on the Syria conflict in Qatar

TEHRAN – The foreign ministers of the three guarantors of the Astana peace process will meet in Doha, Qatar, soon to discuss the resurgence of terrorism in Syria, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Wednesday.

2024-12-04 16:56

The future of Syria: Implications for global and regional powers

TEHRAN - As Donald Trump will take power in the White House on January 20, the strategic regions of the world are now being trapped in a situation known as "tactical wars". These conflicts do not seek a definitive victory but rather aim to create a state of instability and uncertainty in key areas vital to U.S. global interests.

2024-12-03 20:36

Turkey received ‘clear message’ on Syria, foreign ministry spox says after FM’s Ankara visit

TEHRAN – In remarks made on Tuesday, Esmail Baghaei, spokesman for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized the Islamic Republic's unwavering stance against terrorism in the region.

2024-12-03 15:19

Iraq, Turkey, Afghanistan, top destinations for Iranian nano-tech products

TEHRAN –Iranian nanotechnology companies export their products to 49 countries around the world, mainly to Iraq, Turkey, Afghanistan, India, and China.

2024-12-02 22:49

By Mona Hojat Ansari

'Terrorism in Syria will affect neighbors'

In Ankara, Araghchi says he held ‘straightforward’ talks with Turkish counterpart on Syria

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Ankara in the early hours of Monday after a short visit to Syria. The Arab country is currently battling a renewed wave of terrorism in its northwestern Aleppo province after about five years of relative calm.

2024-12-01 22:24

By Soheila Zarfam

Ironclad backing

In Damascus, Araghchi links US and Israeli goals to terrorism in Syria

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived at Damascus International Airport on Sunday as Syria battles a resurgence of terrorism in its north.

2024-11-30 21:58

By Soheila Zarfam

Terrorists aid Israeli aims in Syria

Iran says it will support Syria against new terrorist insurgency backed by Israel and the West

TEHRAN – Following a five-year lull, terrorist violence has resurfaced in Syria with a series of attacks beginning Wednesday. Reports and evidence show the attacks are supported by Turkey and Israel.

2024-11-30 02:24

HTS terrorists and Turkish-backed allies reach Syria's Aleppo

Terrorists and their Turkish-backed allies reached Syria's second city of Aleppo on Friday, as they pressed a lightning offensive against forces of the Syrian government.