On Monday Afternoon in Tehran On a warm Monday afternoon, under the marble arches of the Parsian Esteghlal Hotel in northern Tehran, President Saud Pezhakian entered the conference hall accompanied by a modest security detail. The hall was filled with families — men, women, and children — many bearing the visible scars of grief. They had all been touched, in …
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Hassan Tehrani Moghadam in the picture frame
Hassan Tehrani Moghadam: The Father of Iranian Missiles Hassan Tehrani Moghadam (November 26, 1959 – November 12, 2011) was a pivotal figure in Iran’s military history, particularly in the development and advancement of the Islamic Republic’s missile program. Often revered as the “Father of Iranian Missiles,” Tehrani Moghadam’s legacy is marked by both strategic innovation and controversial military achievements. As …
Read More »Mourning ceremony for Tasua’i Hosseini with the presence of “Masoud Pezashkian”
The Tasua’i Hosseini Mourning Ceremony in East Azerbaijan: A Testament to Devotion and National Identity On Saturday, the 14th of Tir 1404 (July 14, 2025), a deeply symbolic and emotional mourning ceremony was held in the heart of East Azerbaijan Province in commemoration of Tasua, the ninth day of Muharram, a date of particular religious importance in Shia Islam. Known …
Read More »Gulani unveils new Syrian national emblem
In a move rich with symbolism and historical significance, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stood before the world this week at the Presidential Palace in Damascus, revealing the country’s new national emblem — a golden eagle with three stars above its head. It is a moment being hailed by state media and reformist circles as the dawn of a new Syria: …
Read More »Sidenotes from the commemoration of the martyrs of authority
Commemoration of the Martyrs of Iran’s Authority Held at the Khomeini Mosque – A Night of Reverence and National Unity On the evening of Wednesday, 11 Tir 1404 (July 2, 2025), the Khomeini Grand Mosque in southern Tehran transformed into a sanctuary of remembrance and reverence, hosting a grand ceremony to commemorate the martyrs of Iran’s authority. The event, imbued …
Read More »Tehranis rejoice after Iran attacks US base
Iran’s Missile Attack on Al‑Udeid: Context, Impact, and Aftermath Introduction On a tense Monday morning, the Middle East witnessed a new chapter in its turbulent recent history when Iran launched a missile attack on Al‑Udeid Air Base in Qatar. The attack came as a direct response to a series of US airstrikes conducted over the weekend, targeting three Iranian nuclear …
Read More »Get to know Iran’s best ballistic missiles
The Khorramshahr-4, also known as the Khyber, is one of Iran’s most advanced ballistic missiles, representing a significant step forward in the nation’s military and aerospace capabilities. Developed as an evolution of the earlier Khorramshahr series, this new variant is designed for long-range precision strikes and rapid launch readiness, making it an important element in Iran’s strategic arsenal. One of …
Read More »Political figures at the funeral of Hashemi Rafsanjani’s brother
A ceremony marking the third day of the passing of Ahmad Hashemi Rafsanjani, the brother of the late Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani (RA), was held with the presence of numerous prominent political, cultural, and religious figures. The event served as both a memorial and a tribute to a family that has played a pivotal role in Iran’s contemporary history. Among …
Read More »Side effects of the Pezeshkians’ trip to Azerbaijan
On April 28, a significant diplomatic event unfolded, marking another pivotal step in the ever-evolving relationship between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, hosted a limited-format meeting with his Iranian counterpart, President Masoud Pezeshkian. This meeting, though relatively small in its setup, carried immense strategic weight, as it covered a …
Read More »Kim Jong-un and his daughter at the unveiling of a new destroyer
A New Era at Sea: Kim Jong-un and Daughter Ju-ae Unveil North Korea’s Latest Naval Power On the morning of April 25, 2025, under an overcast sky tinged with the soft grays of a hesitant spring, the western port city of Nampho in North Korea stirred with rare and electric anticipation. At the center of this momentous occasion stood North …
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