Pope Francis, head of the Roman Catholic Church, has expressed sympathy with the Canadian people over the discovery of remains of scores of indigenous children at a former church-run residential school in Canada, saying he is following with “pain” the news about the “shocking” finding.
Sunday, June 06, 2021 12:01
Iran this year is marking the 39th anniversary of the liberation of the southwestern city of Khorramshahr from forces of the ex-Iraqi dictator’s regime in the course of the eight-year war imposed on the Islamic Republic in 1980s.
Monday, May 24, 2021 12:31
Iranians across the country are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, while observing strict health protocols due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Thursday, May 13, 2021 09:00
Al-Quds day was declared by Iran’s revolutionary Islamic leader Ayatollah Khomeini in 1979 as a day when the entire world is to turn their attentions to the plight of the Palestinian people. The event falls on the last Friday of Ramadan, which will this year work to energize the already inspired Palestinian people to take a greater stand over the attacks on al-Quds.
Friday, May 07, 2021 12:59
Iranians are marking Laylat al-Qadr or the Night of Destiny, the occasion when the holy Quran was revealed to the Prophet of Islam some 14 centuries ago. This year, Muslims have observed the holy occasion with social distancing.
Thursday, May 06, 2021 11:53
Every year, on the 21st day of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, mourners gather in mosques and religious centers across Iran to attend ceremonies commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Ali (PBUH) the truthful successor of the holy prophet of Islam . Along with Iranians, Muslims worldwide also pay tribute to Imam Ali, Prophet Muhammad’s cousin and son-in-law.
Monday, May 03, 2021 07:05
The original work in Persian, published under the title “Arba’in, ya chihil hadith” was written by Imam Khomeini about a half century ago. The book contains treasures of mysticism and spirituality.
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 12:45