Politics

Ahmad Tavakoli in the picture frame

[custom_adv] Ahmad Tavakoli (1955 – 1 Mordad 1404 / July 23, 2025) was an influential figure in the political landscape of the Islamic Republic of Iran. A longstanding conservative voice and a staunch advocate for transparency, social justice, and economic reform, Tavakoli’s political journey was characterized by both loyalty to the Islamic Republic and a willingness to critique the very …

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Doctors and Zakani meet with a group of war-affected families

[custom_adv] 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, …

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Hassan Tehrani Moghadam in the picture frame

Hassan Tehrani Moghadam: The Father of Missiles – Hassan Tehrani Moghadam (November 26, 1959 – November 12, 2011) was a pivotal figure in  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 a high-ranking …

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Gulani unveils new Syrian national emblem

[custom_adv] 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 …

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Sidenotes from the commemoration of the martyrs of authority

[custom_adv] 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, …

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Tehranis rejoice after Iran attacks US base

[custom_adv] 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 …

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Get to know Iran’s best ballistic missiles

[custom_adv] 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 …

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Political figures at the funeral of Hashemi Rafsanjani’s brother

[custom_adv] 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. …

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Side effects of the Pezeshkians’ trip to Azerbaijan

[custom_adv] 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 …

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Kim Jong-un and his daughter at the unveiling of a new destroyer

[custom_adv] 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 …

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