In the early years of the critical 20s of the Iranian calendar, a young man returned to Iran after receiving his doctorate in law from the University of Paris and began teaching at the University of Tehran. However, after a while, he felt that being a university professor was not enough to serve Iran during its turmoil and that he needed to take on a more effective role in political, cultural, and social activities; thus, he decided to publish a newspaper named Kayhan. This ambitious young man, who was referred to as a successful entrepreneur in Iran at that time, was Mostafa Mesbahzadeh. This is the introduction written by Mohammad Reza Hamidi, a writer for the London edition of Kayhan, on the 72nd anniversary of its founding on the publication's website. The London edition of Kayhan, which stopped printing its paper copies about two years ago, is set to resume its print edition soon. In an interview with Mohammad Reza Hamidi, who has collaborated with Kayhan in Iran and London for over 50 years, we first ask him why the London edition of Kayhan is resuming its print publication.
Kayhan Returns to London
The London edition of the Kayhan newspaper, which had ceased its paper publication two years ago, is set to resume printing soon. This decision comes as part of its 72nd anniversary, reflecting a renewed commitment to political and cultural discourse among Iranian expatriates. The move is significant as it indicates a potential shift in the media landscape for Iranians abroad.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
The London edition of the Kayhan newspaper, which had stopped printing two years ago, is set to resume its print publication. This decision marks the 72nd anniversary of the newspaper and reflects a renewed commitment to engage with Iranian expatriates on political and cultural issues.
- Kayhan was founded by Mostafa Mesbahzadeh to address political and cultural needs in Iran.
- The London edition's return to print signifies a shift in the media landscape for Iranians abroad.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Kayhan has a long history as a significant publication in Iran, and its London edition serves as a voice for Iranians living abroad, especially during times of political upheaval.
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