Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s inner sanctum bore signs of a hasty exit.In a sumptuous palace office, a pair of wigs lay abandoned on a desk strewn with documents, bottled water, a glasses case and a magnifying glass. Mr Assad and his family fled the country when rebel forces entered the capital, Damascus, on Sunday, marking the end of about …

In a statement shared first with NBC News, Rep. Michael McCaul, D-Texas, the House Foreign Affairs Committee chairman, called out the “barbarity” of the Assad regime and called for the international community to work “to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS.” “Bashar Al Assad has been one of the world’s most brutal war criminals and dictators. Backed by Russia, Iran, …

French President Emmanuel Macron rolled out a lavish welcome for Donald Trump, the United States’ president-elect, as he visited Paris on Saturday. Against the backdrop of the highly anticipated reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the meeting was as much about spectacle as it was about addressing urgent global crises. Macron, a seasoned diplomat, showcased France’s hospitality while navigating the …

Pegah Ghafoori is a multi-faceted Persian actress and singer-songwriter who has made a name for herself in the vibrant cultural and creative landscape of Toronto, Canada. Born and raised in Tehran, Iran, Pegah’s journey is one of ambition, talent, and the ability to excel in diverse fields. Since relocating to Toronto in 2009, she has flourished as an artist, combining …

Razi High School, one of Capital’s most prominent educational institutions, holds a unique position in the city’s history. Situated on Vali-Asr Street, above the Mirdamad intersection, the school boasts not only a prime location but also a rich heritage that intertwines education, culture, and history. As one of the largest high schools in Tehran, Razi High School has become an …

The Baladiyeh Cafe or the Municipality Cafe had been an important part of people’s collective memories for three decades since the beginning of the Pahlavi era. A place for playing, traveling, a place for politicians to meet and listen to different music. As the newspapers of the time wrote, the Baladiyeh Cafe was a large building that “Monsieur Fard” built …

On Monday, December 12, a heartfelt ceremony was held at the Bagh Ziba site to honor veteran artists born in November and December. This gathering, which brought together some of the most respected names in the arts, celebrated the lives, achievements, and challenges of artists who have significantly contributed to the Iranian cultural scene. Among the attendees were Afsar Asadi, …

Ataullah Bahmanesh (14 April 1923 – 11 July 2017) was a multi-faceted personality in Iran’s sports landscape, contributing as an athlete, sports manager, reporter, correspondent, and journalist. Over his nine-decade-long life, he left an indelible mark on the history of Iranian sports, earning a reputation as one of the most distinguished sports reporters and pioneers in live sports broadcasting. Early …

Roozbeh Moeini: A Versatile Figure in Theater and Television He is a multi-talented individual whose career spans acting, production, and training in the arts. Her journey into theater and drama began during her teenage years, when she actively participated in school and college productions. This early involvement laid the foundation for a dynamic career in Iran’s entertainment industry. Her first …

Seventy years ago, a remarkable moment unfolded in the annals of Iranian history when a group of citizens who had been held captive in the former Soviet Union finally returned home. This event, which took place in December 1955, marked the release of 56 Iranian men, women, and children—40 men, 9 women, and 7 children—from Soviet prisons. Their homecoming was …