Religious
Marja statements, hajj/ziyarat news, religious announcements.
ReligiousIran says flights to and from Iraq to resume on Sunday
Iran's Civil Aviation Organization announced that Iranian and Iraqi airline flights will resume on Sunday after senior officials from both countries reached decisions. The resumption follows Iraq securing a US exemption for 40 daily flights by Iranian airlines, except Mahan Air, through Najaf International Airport.
ReligiousIraqi cleric Ammar al-Hakim calls for reopening Tehran-Baghdad flights
Iraqi cleric Ammar al-Hakim urged the reopening of all airports between Tehran and Baghdad after Iraq suspended flights to and from Iran. Protests were held across Iraq on Monday against the suspension.
ReligiousAyatollah Khamenei Calls Prayer Iran's Source of Strength in Message to Mashhad Summit
In a message read at a summit at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad, Ayatollah Khamenei described prayer as the pillar of religion and a source of strength for Iran, emphasizing its role in national struggle.
ReligiousIraq resumes flights between Najaf and Iranian airports after brief suspension
Iraq has resumed commercial flights between Najaf and Iranian airports after a temporary suspension caused by foreign ground-handling companies' concerns over US sanctions. The move follows efforts by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and protests across Iraq.
ReligiousHamas official Khaled Meshaal outlines plans to counter Israeli measures at Al-Aqsa Mosque
Khaled Meshaal cited a 40-day closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque and efforts to impose temporal and spatial division as evidence of an Israeli agenda, and announced four strategies to counter it.
ReligiousIran's SNSC denies military retaliation over aviation bans, says talks ongoing
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretariat denied claims it would retaliate militarily against recent air transport restrictions, saying diplomatic talks to lift them are underway and non-military options remain available.
ReligiousGrand Ayatollah Shobeiri Zanjani passes away at 98
Grand Ayatollah Shobeiri Zanjani, a senior Shia marja, died on Monday at 98 after being hospitalized in Qom with a pulmonary complication. His office said funeral arrangements will be announced later.
ReligiousMehr News Analysis Argues Islamic Unity Is a Civilizational Necessity
A Mehr News analysis argues that Islamic unity is an existential and rational necessity, not merely a slogan, and outlines its security, economic, and scientific benefits while identifying obstacles and strategies.
ReligiousIRGC Aerospace Commander Urges Iranians to Maintain Unity and Solidarity
Brigadier General Majid Mousavi issued a message on the eve of the 200th night of the Iranian nation's "mission of revival," praising public gatherings and calling for continued unity under the directives of Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
ReligiousIran says barring nuclear chief from IAEA conference violates sovereign rights
Iran's envoy to the IAEA, Reza Najafi, said blocking AEOI head Mohammad Eslami from addressing the 70th General Conference violates Iran's rights and the IAEA Statute. Iran has asked the conference to add an item on prohibiting attacks against safeguarded nuclear sites.
Religious12th Iran-Nevesht Stationery Exhibition opens in Tehran
The 12th Iran-Nevesht Stationery Exhibition, focusing on martyrs of the Sacred Defense, opened at Tehran's Mosalla of Imam Khomeini (RA) on Tuesday.
ReligiousIranian media professionals pledge to follow Leader's guidelines
Iranian media professionals issued a statement reaffirming their commitment to the Leader's guidelines, describing them as a roadmap amid an existential war. They pledged to promote national unity and counter Western media's negative portrayal of Iran.
ReligiousIran's Leader Approves Pardon or Sentence Reduction for 2,577 Convicts
Iran's Supreme Leader has agreed to pardon or reduce the sentences of 2,577 convicts, following a recommendation from the Judiciary Head.
ReligiousMashhad's Imam Reza Shrine Hosts Prophet Muhammad's Birth Anniversary Celebrations
The Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad held celebrations for Prophet Muhammad's birth anniversary, attended by pilgrims and residents.
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Iran's Leader Issues Message on Unity Week
Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei issued a message on the occasion of Unity Week, emphasizing the importance of Muslim unity.
ReligiousIran's Cabinet Pledges Full Support for Leader's Path
Iran's cabinet issued a statement on Saturday, pledging to safeguard national unity, prioritize the economy, and advance diplomacy and defense as complementary wings, in response to the Leader's guidance.
ReligiousPezeshkian thanks Leader for support, pledges unity
President Masoud Pezeshkian thanked Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei for his supportive message, calling it a continuation of the late leader's backing, and pledged unity with other branches of government.
ReligiousIran's top security official stresses national unity as key to security
Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, said national unity and social cohesion are fundamental to Iran's power and security, citing the Leader's remarks as a clear strategy.
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Leader stresses domestic production and national unity in Government Week message
In a message marking Government Week, Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized domestic production as key to solving economic problems and called for preserving national unity and social cohesion.
ReligiousIslamic Unity Stressed as Strategy for Regional Security
The article emphasizes Islamic unity as a strategic necessity for regional security, highlighting the need for an Islamic alliance to counter US and Israeli influence and support Palestine.
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Topics of Leader's Meeting with President Pezeshkian Reviewed
The Leader's official website reviewed the seven topics discussed in a seven-hour meeting between Ayatollah Khamenei and President Pezeshkian, including basic needs, foreign currency, and unity.
ReligiousIranian Government Officials Renew Allegiance at Imam Khomeini's Mausoleum
President Masoud Pezeshkian and cabinet members visited Imam Khomeini's mausoleum on Sunday to reaffirm their commitment to the ideals of the Islamic Republic's founder and its martyrs.
ReligiousTehran marks Eid of Renewing Allegiance at Vali-e Asr Square
A public gathering called 'Eid al-Bay'at' was held at Tehran's Vali-e Asr Square on Friday, marking the eve of the beginning of Imam Mahdi's Imamate.
ReligiousLife of Imam Hasan al-Askari (AS): A Brief Overview
Imam Hasan al-Askari (AS), the eleventh Shia Imam, was born in Madina in 232 AH. He lived under Abbasid persecution and was martyred at age 28, leaving his son Imam Mahdi (AS) as the awaited savior.