How did Imam Khomeini become the leading Marja’ in Iran after the demise of Ayatollah Boroujerdi?

Iran Navy will continue to defend interests in high seas

A senior Iranian commander says the country's naval fleet will continue its presence in the high seas to protect Iran's national interests.

Leader emphasizes scientific passive defense against enemies’

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has emphasized the increasing importance of passive defense in the face of the new threats posed by the Islamic Republic's enemies.

Iran lawmakers pass bill on fighting terror financing

Iran's parliament has endorsed a bill on combating the financing of terrorism as a step towards implementing international standards set by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). The combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) bill, one of four put forward by the government to meet FATF demands, was passed on Sunday by 143 votes to 120.

Leader says Hajj demonstrates power of Islamic Ummah

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says the annual Hajj pilgrimage demonstrates the power of the Islamic Ummah and boosts contacts among Muslims.

Had Imam Khomeini the support of French government when he was in France? How did they allow him to ...

World community must stand up to US violations of intl. law: Iran president

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has called on the global community to stand up to Washington’s violations of international agreements and regulations, saying it is especially in the interest of independent nations to unite against US bullying and interventionist policies.

Iran's Rouhani vows 'crushing' response to Ahvaz terrorist attack

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Islamic Republic will give a "crushing" response to the slightest threat against the country.