Politics

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. …

The Fajr decade is a ten-day celebration of Ruhollah Khomeini’s return to homeland in 1979. The annual celebration is held between 1 and 11 February. Its beginning coincides with the date of Khomeini’s arrival and ending with the Iranian Revolution; a day called the Anniversary of the Iranian Revolution, Islamic Revolution’s Victory Day, or 22 of Bahman.Dahe-ye Fajr marks the …

چ presence in the Indian Ocean. They saw this as a significant vulnerability, one that could prove costly in the event of a regional conflict. The strategic importance of the region, with its proximity to oil-rich countries in the Middle East and to the trade routes that connected Europe and Asia, was impossible to ignore. It was clear that the …

Behzad Nabavi, born on July 13, 1942, is a prominent Iranian politician and a key figure in the history of political activism within the country. He has been known for his long-standing involvement with various political movements and organizations, notably the Mojahedin of the Islamic Revolution Organization, where he earned the nickname “The Old Guerrilla” due to his active participation …

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, a figure deeply embedded in the political and military history of Iran, has occupied some of the most influential positions in the country over the past few decades. Known for his leadership roles, his military background, his tenure as mayor of Tehran, and his multiple candidacies for president, Ghalibaf’s life is a story of ambition, controversy, and …

A ceremony commemorating the 40th anniversary of Ashraf Boroujerdi’s passing was held on Wednesday, February 28, 1404, at the National Archives and Library of Iran. The event brought together a distinguished group of individuals to honor the legacy of the late intellectual and political figure. Among the attendees were Hojatoleslam Saeed Boroujerdi, Alaeddin Boroujerdi, Faezeh Hashemi, Hadi Khaniki, Gholamreza Zarifian, …