Iranian armed forces hold nationwide military parades to mark Sacred Defense Week

Iran’s armed forces are holding military parades across the country on the first day of Sacred Defense Week, which marks an eight-year war of aggression on Iran by then-Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein in the 1980s.

What did Imam Khomeini expect youth?

Imam Khomeini promoted unity among followers of all divine religions, oppressed nations

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Revolution had undertaken serious efforts to create unity and harmony among followers of all divine regions.

Ayatollah Baqir al-Sadr termed Imam Khomeini as great divine treasure of contemporary history

Mohammad Baqir al-Sadr, who had great devotion towards Imam Khomeini, in a historic message had termed Imam the great divine treasure and strength for the Islamic societies in contemporary history.

Iran marks return anniversary of soldiers captive in Saddam’s prisons

The 26th of Mordad in the Iranian calendar, which falls on August 17, marks the return anniversary of Iranian soldiers who were held captive by the regime of Western-backed Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein during the 1980s war on Iran.

Imam Khomeini’s legacy a viable model of Islamic governance

It is safe to say that without Imam Khomeini, it would have been a different story today. The ideological tremors triggered by this charismatic leader of the Islamic Revolution during his lifetime went beyond the borders of Iran and the Persian Gulf region.

Iranians will never forget Western countries’ role in Saddam's chemical attacks during war

Iran's envoy to the UN says the Islamic Republic, as the main victim of chemical weapons, denounces the use of such weapons altogether as it is a serious violation of international law and a crime against humanity.

Youths largely contributed to victory of revolution

According to Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic, self-training and purification can play a key role in success of the youths and current generations.