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View Timeline →Friday Prayer Leader of Shahr-e Kord: Enjoining Good and Forbidding Wrong Must Preserve Individuals' Dignity
The Friday Prayer Leader of Shahr-e Kord stressed the importance of preserving dignity in the practice of enjoining good and forbidding wrong. This statement highlights…
Iran's January Crackdown: Deployment of Snipers at Key Locations Amidst Protests
In January, Iran intensified its crackdown on dissent, deploying snipers at the office of a Friday prayer leader and at a dormitory, signaling a heightened…
Friday Prayer Leader: The People of Kerman Have Always Contributed to the Freedom Movements of Our Country
The Friday prayer leader of Kerman emphasized the historical role of the people of Kerman in Iran's revolutionary and freedom movements, particularly referencing the anniversary…
Friday Prayer Leader of Shahrekord: Participants in Night Gatherings Remain in the Field Despite Neglect
The Friday Prayer Leader of Shahrekord praises the commitment of religious individuals who continue to participate in gatherings despite facing neglect. This shows a strong…
Haj Ali Akbari: Quranic Activities Should Be Strengthened in Mosques
Haj Ali Akbari emphasized the importance of enhancing Quranic activities in mosques, linking their significance to the subject of the Holy Quran. This statement reflects…
Former Head of the Council for Policy-Making of Friday Prayer Leaders: The Strait of Hormuz is No Longer Managed According to the Enemy's Wishes
The former head of the Council for Policy-Making of Friday Prayer Leaders asserts that the Strait of Hormuz is under Iranian control and will no…
Director General of Islamic Propagation in Tehran: The Friday Prayer Leader Must Be Present in People's Lives
The Director General of Islamic Propagation in Tehran highlighted the importance of the Friday prayer leader's role beyond just leading prayers, stressing the need for…
Haj Ali Akbari: The Passing of Ayatollah Shabiri is a Deep Loss for the Religious and Revolutionary Community
Ayatollah Shabiri Zanjani has passed away, prompting condolences from Haj Ali Akbari, who emphasized the significant loss for the religious community. This event highlights the…
Inauguration of the Model Exhibition of Basij Bases in Zarand County
The model exhibition of Basij resistance bases was opened in Zarand County, attended by local officials including the Friday prayer leader and the governor. This…
From Teacher Shortages to Organizing School Transport in Zarand
A meeting was held in Zarand County to prepare schools for the new academic year, addressing key educational issues with the participation of local officials.…
Iran's Friday Prayer Leaders Dismiss US Negotiations and Call for Revenge
Iran's Friday Prayer Leaders have publicly rejected any negotiations with the United States and have intensified their calls for revenge against perceived adversaries. This stance…
Friday Prayer Leader Assassinated in Southeast Iran
A Friday prayer leader in Mirjaveh, southeastern Iran, was assassinated by unidentified gunmen on Monday. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region, particularly…
Friday Prayer Leader Warns Countries Supporting Iran's 'Enemies' Could Become Targets
The Friday prayer leader of Iran has warned that countries aiding its enemies could become targets for retaliation. This statement highlights the ongoing tensions in…
12 More Members of 'Erfan Halqeh' Arrested in Isfahan
The IRGC has arrested 12 members of the 'Erfan Halqeh' group in Isfahan, including two main leaders. This follows a history of arrests and protests…
Response to Protests at Friday Prayers: 'Do Not Stand Against the Regime for the Sake of Your Empty Stomach'
Iranian Friday prayer leaders have condemned recent protests over economic issues, urging citizens not to oppose the regime for financial reasons. They emphasize the need…
"Resilient Economy" or How the Government Trains People to Accept Poverty
The article discusses how the Iranian government promotes a 'resilient economy' as a means to condition the populace to accept poverty while deflecting blame for…
Leader's Representative in the IRGC Describes Document 2030 as Very Dangerous
Ali Saidi, a representative of Iran's Supreme Leader, condemned Document 2030 as dangerous and called for elite intervention. The document, part of a UN initiative…
Mohammad Khatami's Dilemma for the 'System': Weak, Harmless, but Untrustworthy
Khamenei's rejection of Khatami's national reconciliation proposal highlights Khatami's perceived weaknesses and the regime's fear of his influence. Despite being seen as harmless, Khatami remains…
The Divergence of Rouhani's Government from the Institutions Controlled by the Supreme Leader
The article discusses the growing divergence between Rouhani's government and the institutions controlled by the Supreme Leader, particularly regarding the JCPOA and its implications for…
The Republic of Disqualifications
As the registration for candidates for the upcoming elections closes, tensions rise within Iran's political factions, particularly between reformists and conservatives. The Guardian Council's role…