Politics

Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Lightning II represents one of the most ambitious attempts ever made to develop a family of combat aircraft around a common design philosophy. Although the aircraft exists in three distinct versions, the F-35A, F-35B, and F-35C were conceived as members of the same family rather than as three unrelated fighters. Each version was designed to satisfy the …

Ahmad Nateq-Nouri (1937–2026) was an Iranian politician, parliamentarian, and sports administrator whose public career extended across several decades of the Islamic Republic of Iran. He was particularly notable for his long representation of the constituency of Noor and Mahmudabad in the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Iran’s parliament, where he served during seven parliamentary terms. His career in the legislature began in …

A group of anti-war activists gathered in the British town of Fairford to protest against the use of British military bases by the United States for military operations involving Iran. The demonstration brought together people from different anti-war organizations and political backgrounds who shared a common concern: Britain should not allow its territory, military infrastructure, or bases to be used …

Four years after the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, the situation facing the Afghan people remains a profound concern for the international community. The political, humanitarian, economic and human rights crises that have developed since August 2021 continue to affect millions of Afghans, while the country’s future remains deeply uncertain. In this context, France reaffirms its solidarity with the …

Seyyed Hassan Mostafavi, widely known as Seyyed Hassan Khomeini, was born on August 1, 1972, in Qom, Iran. He is an Iranian Shiite cleric, scholar, and political figure who belongs to one of the most prominent families in the modern political and religious history of Iran. He is the grandson of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic …

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s first visit to North Korea in seven years marked a significant moment in East Asian geopolitics. While the trip was filled with symbolic gestures, grand ceremonies, and references to the historical friendship between China and North Korea, its deeper significance lay in the political messages conveyed by both leaders. Xi’s two-day state visit to Pyongyang demonstrated …

Ukraine continued its Ramadan iftar tradition this year, bringing together President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian Muslim defenders, leaders of the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People, and representatives of the Muslim community, clergy, and diplomats. During the gathering, state awards were presented to Muslim warriors defending Ukraine on the frontline, recognising their courage and service. For the thirteenth Ramadan …

(MANPADS), developed by the research and production company KBM JSC. Designed to counter a wide spectrum of low-altitude aerial threats, Verba entered service with the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in 2014. Its introduction marked a significant technological evolution in short-range air defense, particularly in the domain of infrared-guided shoulder-fired missiles. A few years prior to its official induction, …

Clocking in at a record one hour and 47 minutes, Donald Trump’s latest address was as much a performance of endurance as it was a political statement. Delivered with characteristic confidence and combative flair, the speech ranged widely across domestic policy, immigration, foreign affairs, and cultural grievances. Supporters praised it as a triumphant declaration of national revival; critics dismissed it …

The First National Congress on “Foreign Policy and the History of Foreign Relations” marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s approach to diplomatic discourse. Held on Sunday, 19 February 2021, the congress was a significant event organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Studies Center. It brought together leading figures from various sectors, including government officials, diplomats, academics, and researchers. …