International summit on Yemen plight kicks off in Iranian capital

The International Conference on Supporting the Oppressed and Resistant Yemenis has kicked off in the Iranian capital, with dozens of intellectuals and civil rights activists from 35 countries in attendance. The event, which opened in Tehran on Thursday morning, is expected to highlight the sufferings of the Yemeni nation caused by a brutal Saudi-led war on the impoverished country.

Millions of pilgrims honor Imam Hussein (PBUH) on Arba’een

The occasion, known as the world’s largest annual Muslim pilgrimage, comes 40 days after Ashura, the 10th day of the lunar calendar month of Muharram. Imam Hussein is a highly-venerated figure not only among Shia Mulims but also among Sunnis, Christians, and people of other faiths.

Massacre by Shah regime on Black Friday caused Pahlavi dynasty to collapse

17 Shahrivar 1357 AHS (8 September, 1978) on the Iranian calendar was dubbed "Black Friday" when Shah regime imposed martial law in response to protests against Pahlavi dynasty.

Imam Khomeini's first speech after arrival from Exile in February 1979

The founder of the Islamic Republic delivered his first general address to large crowds gathered in the Iranian capital, Tehran in 1979.

Imam Khomeini encouraged women's participation in all fields

Imam Khomeini on several occasions advised women to participate in all fields of life, including sports. The great leader used to encourage sportsmen to participate and win titles on international level and world cups in various fields.

Quds Day rallies staged in over 800 cities across globe

The International Quds Day is a legacy of the late founder of the Islamic Republic Imam Khomeini, who designated the day in solidarity with the Palestinians.

Exhibition displays Islamic Revolution events in pictures

Iranian capital set to hold summit on al-Quds

The summit titled “ al-Quds as capital of peace for religions’ will be held at the main complex of the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization on January 31, 2018 in the Iranian capital, Tehran.