Israeli troops kill father of martyrs in Jenin; settlers murder teenager near Hebron

Israeli forces and armed settlers unleashed a wave of violence across the West Bank on August 21–22. Troops executed 58-year-old Fathi Khazem in Jenin, while settlers shot 17-year-old Karim Shalaldeh in Hebron. Over 4,300 settler attacks recorded in 2026. UN data shows 12,300 housing units advanced and 3,800 Palestinians displaced.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529317/Israeli-troops-kill-father-of-martyrs-in-Jenin-settlers-murder

Iran FM, Pakistani Army chief discuss regional stability, security

🔹Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Pakistani Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir held a phone conversation on Saturday to discuss the latest regional developments and effective ways to strengthen peace, stability, and security in West Asia.

🔹The two sides exchanged views on bilateral relations and ongoing diplomatic efforts to address regional tensions.

Iran, Egypt FMs discuss Gulf, Red Sea security in phone call

🔹Foreign Ministers Abbas Araghchi and Badr Abdelatty held a phone conversation on Saturday to discuss the latest developments in West Asia, including the situation in the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea, as well as recent diplomatic efforts to reduce regional tensions.

SNSC: Iran must reform diplomatic approach after US betrayals

🔹SNSC Secretary Mohsen Rezaei stated that Iran needs to reform its diplomatic behavior after multiple rounds of negotiations and US betrayals.

🔹"America's image as peace-loving has changed in the minds of Iranian youth," he said, adding that national unity has been as effective as missile launchers in confronting the enemy.

🔹Rezaei warned that "the next war will be different" and cautioned regional countries against joining the US economic war, saying Iran would consider them enemies.

🔹He noted that 1,200 tankers have become useless and over 15% of the global fleet is out of trade. The Strait remains closed until the US corrects its behavior.

🔹Rezaei affirmed: "Iran seeks an end to war in West Asia and stands against warmongers."

Iran's trade diplomacy surges with expansion of commercial attaché network

Iran has expanded its commercial attaché network in key markets, including Iraq, Turkey, and African nations, to boost export infrastructure. TPO official Abdolamir Rabihavi highlighted Expo 1403's success, attracting 700 African delegates, and new trade centers in previously unserved countries. Strategic trade roadmaps with Iraq and Turkey are also under way.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529308/Iran-s-trade-diplomacy-surges-with-expansion-of-commercial-attach%C3%A9

When the judge is punished: America, the veto and the unravelling of international law

Washington has sanctioned ICC judges who dared scrutinize Israel, exposing the farce of a “rules-based order” that applies only to adversaries. Backed by relentless vetoes shielding Gaza atrocities, the US proves that for the powerful, law is optional—and justice, a privilege. The UN's paralysis demands urgent reform. Otherwise, international law becomes a dictatorship wearing robes.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529311/When-the-judge-is-punished-America-the-veto-and-the-unravelling

From broken promises to open war: The contradictions of Trump’s Iran policy

Trump’s Iran policy followed a predictable rhythm for years: threats, diplomacy, stepped-back brinkmanship. After his return, that changed. Diplomatic deadlines became military operations, demands escalated from nuclear curbs to “unconditional surrender”, and direct strikes replaced restraint. Tehran watched the space between diplomacy and coercion steadily disappear—the defining contradiction of a policy that moved from tearing up a deal to open war.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529306/From-broken-promises-to-open-war-The-contradictions-of-Trump-s

Quds Force commander: Palestine is a living, unchangeable cause

🔹IRGC Quds Force Commander Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani stated that the cause of Palestine, "from the river to the sea," is more alive and attainable than ever.

🔹He said Zionist settlement expansion and crimes are attempts to escape crisis and the deep military, security, political, and social deadlock in occupied territories—but cannot hide their strategic defeats since October 7.

🔹"Palestine is a living and unchangeable cause—one that will remain steadfast until the victory of truth, with God's help."

Pakistani Army Chief to visit Tehran for regional security talks

🔹Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei announced that Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of the Pakistani Army, will travel to Tehran on Monday at the head of an official delegation.

🔹Baghaei stated that the visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation and continue Islamabad's constructive efforts to help enhance peace and security in the region.

🔹The Pakistani Army Chief is scheduled to meet with senior Iranian officials during his stay.

Iran, South Africa seek closer tourism cooperation through private sector

Iran and South Africa have discussed expanding tourism ties, focusing on joint tours, private-sector partnerships, and easing visas. The talks took place on the sidelines of the BRICS tourism meeting in India between Iran's minister Salehi-Amiri and South Africa's deputy minister Machi. Both sides also highlighted cultural ties, women's employment, and handicraft exhibitions as avenues for cooperation.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529302/Iran-South-Africa-seek-closer-tourism-cooperation-through-private-sector

FM Araghchi: Trump's economic operation is a repeat of same old bullying

🔹Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking on the sidelines of a ceremony at Imam Khomeini's shrine, dismissed Trump's claimed economic operation as "a repeat scenario and the same old bullying in US policies."

🔹"It's a film we've watched many times before," he said. "We know how to confront and deal with it."

🔹Araghchi noted that the US has returned to old plans after failing in military operations, showing they are "desperate and have no solution."

🔹"They must know that there is no way but to speak with respect to the Iranian people and find a solution based on justice and dignity," he added.

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Iranian artist showcases ‘Constitutional Revolution of Iran’ at US exhibition

Iranian photographer and filmmaker Armin Amirian is showcasing “Constitutional Revolution of Iran” at the 13th International FL3TCH3R Exhibition in Tennessee, running until September 27. The work is part of his “Until History Freezes” series, depicting figures from Iran’s 1905 constitutional movement beneath ice. Amirian has over 100 international exhibitions to his name.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529299/Iranian-artist-showcases-Constitutional-Revolution-of-Iran

Iran, China to support joint research projects

Iran and China will back the implementation of joint specialized workshops to boost science diplomacy and research networking. Each project will receive 7 billion rials (about $3,700) for one year in fields like advanced materials and novel sensors. The collaboration builds on earlier agreements covering water, energy, biotechnology, and traditional medicine.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529296/Iran-China-to-support-implementation-of-joint-research-projects

Ghalibaf mocks Trump's economic measures: Frozen meat can't fix a frozen economy

🔹Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf responded to Trump's recent measures to control commodity prices in the US by sharing a post on X, mocking the administration's economic policies.

🔹"Frozen meat imports to control meat prices? Fine, maybe that works. But what's your plan for bonds? Import frozen yields? For housing, import frozen buyers? For wages, issue frozen paychecks?" he wrote.

🔹"A frozen, uninspired foreign policy yields a frozen, stagnant economy. The only thing still in motion? The Iranian boomerang coming back to hit you in the face."

IRGC spox: US economic war is admission of military defeat; we have scenarios for every hostile action

🔹IRGC Spokesman Brigadier General Hossein Mohebi stated that Trump's declaration of an "economic war" against Iran is "implicit acknowledgment of the enemy's humiliating defeat in the military field."

🔹"If you had won militarily, you wouldn't need to start an economic war," he said. "Has economic war just begun? You've been waging one for 47 years."

🔹Mohebi emphasized that Iran has "scenarios for every hostile action" and can easily establish economic ties with other countries, bypassing US pressure. "We have economic relations right next to America's doorstep," he said.

🔹"The enemy wants to make us believe they will win—but the results will be seen soon," he added.

Iran shifts to offensive posture

Iran's SNSC chief warns of retaliation against any nation joining US economic warfare. With the Strait of Hormuz closed, Tehran vows to block all Persian Gulf oil exports if hostilities persist. Washington must honor its commitments—or face a struggle it cannot win, Rezaei said.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529353/Iran-shifts-to-offensive-posture

US tanker aircraft leave Bulgaria as Iran war raises doubts over NATO protection

Two US KC-135 tankers have left Bulgaria's Bezmer Air Base following Iranian warnings that hosting them would mean "complicity in aggression." Their departure has brought local relief, but many Bulgarians now doubt NATO's ability to protect them—fearing Washington's shifting priorities could leave allies exposed.

https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/529350/US-tanker-aircraft-leave-Bulgaria-as-Iran-war-raises-doubts-over