Politics

Expanding Homeland-Russia Strategic Cooperation: A Landmark Meeting Between Presidents Masoud Mezkiyan and Vladimir Putin In a significant development for international relations, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Mezkiyan, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin Palace on Friday afternoon. This meeting underscored a shared commitment to deepening bilateral ties and addressing pressing global challenges. Following …

Commemorating Ayatollah Rafsanjani: The Inauguration of a Comprehensive Cancer Center The eighth anniversary of the passing of Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani was marked with the inauguration of the Ayatollah Rafsanjani Hospital, a state-of-the-art Comprehensive Cancer Center in Tehran. The ceremony, held on a solemn and reflective occasion, symbolized the enduring legacy of a political figure who left an indelible mark …

Diplomacy Amidst Tension: The Story of Cecilia Sala’s Release from Iran The release of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala from Iranian detention marks a pivotal moment in the complex interplay of international diplomacy, media freedoms, and human rights. Arrested on December 19, Sala’s detention became a flashpoint in the already fraught relationship between Tehran and Western nations. Her story is emblematic …

Yassamin Ansari, born on April 7, 1992, is an American-Persian climate policy activist and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Arizona’s 3rd congressional district. A member of the Democratic Party, Ansari made history as the youngest female member of Congress and the first Iranian American elected to public office in Arizona. Her journey from grassroots activism to a prominent …

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, made an indelible mark not only during his presidency but also in the years that followed. After leaving office in 1981, Carter became renowned for his humanitarian efforts, global diplomacy, and his unwavering commitment to human rights, earning him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. However, his life story began long …

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 …

Seyed Abbas Abtahi was born in Evin-Darke neighborhood, which in the past had a traditional and religious background like all the villages of Shemiranat. The Abtahi clan along with the Arabi, Masoudian, Mir Sharifi, Evini, Shoaibi, Fekri, Mir Rahimi and Bazar Afshan clans are among the old and traditional families of Evin and Derke. Darka police station is also called …

Saeed Mortazavi: A Controversial Career in Iran’s Judiciary Saeed Mortazavi, born in 1346 in the city of Taft, Iran, is a name closely associated with some of the most controversial events in the country’s judicial history. Known for his long tenure in various high-ranking legal and governmental positions, Mortazavi’s career has been marked by significant controversy, particularly for his role …