The implementation of the presidential decree before the inauguration ceremony is a critical aspect of Iran’s political system. According to Paragraph 9 of Article 110 of the Iranian Constitution, this act is one of the duties and powers of the Leader of the Islamic Republic. This procedure is essential and does not merely have a ceremonial aspect; it has significant …

Saeed Faeghi, deputy of the Physical Education Organization in the Khatami government, recently spoke to the Khabar Online website about the reason why guerrilla organizations opposed to the Shah paid attention to judo in the 1950s. In this conversation, he mentions the unsuccessful kidnapping operation of Shahram Pahlavinia, the niece of Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, by Mohammad Mehrayin, who was …

The gleaming white Vickers Viscount had taken off in bright moonlight from Tehran. Now, some ten hours later, escorted by a squadron of Italian jet fighters, it touched down at Rome’s Ciampino airport. Wearing a blue air marshal’s uniform with gold pilot’s wings, Mohammed Reza Pahlavi, the handsome, greying Shah of Iran, stepped from the plane one day last week, …

He was hospitalized since March 2017 due to a severe infection and spent the last months of his life in the ICU until he died on August 7. Mr. Kandachi started assembling and producing trucks in Homeland more than 70 years ago and was the founder of the “Iran Kaveh” company, which was later renamed Saipa Diesel. With the establishment …

Sudabe Chaman Ara, born in 1951 in the city of Kermanshah, is a notable figure in both Persian history and the global movement for women’s rights. Her life story is a testament to resilience, determination, and a relentless commitment to justice. Sudabe’s journey from being among the first female police officers in Iran to becoming a prominent advocate for abused …

Saeed Rad’s name is a reminder for those interested in football and cinema of his memorable roles and his constant presence in important games of Persepolis at Azadi Stadium. Rad, who was considered a symbol of physical ability and a healthy body among movie actors, is currently transferred to a nursing home and, as his daughter reported, he is not …

Queen Nazli Sabri, born in June 1894, played a pivotal role in Egyptian history as the first queen consort of the Kingdom of Egypt from 1919 to 1936. Her life was marked by significant political and personal events that reflected the tumultuous era in which she lived. This comprehensive biography explores her early life, royal duties, challenges, and eventual life …

The annual mourning ceremony for Hosseini Majid Majidi, a well-known cinema director, was held last night with the presence of Islamic pilgrims Seyyed Hassan Khomeini and Seyyed Mohammad Khatami, alongside a notable assembly of artists, cultural figures, and servants of Seyyed Al Shahada (AS). This solemn event not only commemorated the life and contributions of Majidi but also paid homage …

Jamshid Hashempour, also known by his stage name Jamshid Aria, is a legendary figure in Iranian cinema. Born on April 3, 1323 (April 24, 1944), in Tehran, Hashempour began his illustrious career at the age of 24. Over the years, he has starred in more than 100 films and several home show series, becoming one of Iran’s most beloved and …

On May 9, 1975, a significant event took place in the annals of Middle Eastern history. Saddam Hussein, the deputy chairman of the Iraqi Revolutionary Command Council, arrived in Tehran two months after the signing of the 1975 Algiers Agreement. This agreement marked a pivotal moment in reducing border tensions between Iraq and Iran, two countries with a long history …