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An Unprecedented Farewell: Remembering the Historic Funeral of Ayatollah Khomeini in June 1989

An Unprecedented Farewell: Remembering the Historic Funeral of Ayatollah Khomeini in June 1989

In June 1989, photojournalists and film crews documented the largest and most heavily attended funeral procession in modern Iranian history. The surviving footage captures an overwhelming sea of mourners pouring down the slopes of Tehran's Abbas Abad hills, standing atop vehicles, and creating a massive, historic gridlock that completely overwhelmed all organized crowd-control efforts.
Pezeshkian: Support System Must Guarantee Social and Economic Independence for Orphaned Children

Pezeshkian: Support System Must Guarantee Social and Economic Independence for Orphaned Children

The President enumerated empowerment, skill-training, and preparing supported children for successful entry into society as among the most important priorities of the country's social support system, stating: "Our most important duty is to provide conditions under which these children, by enjoying the necessary education, skills, and support, can build an independent, successful, and hopeful future for themselves."
Tehran to Host 'Game of Thrones' Film-Concert Featuring Ramin Djawadi's Iconic Score This June

Tehran to Host 'Game of Thrones' Film-Concert Featuring Ramin Djawadi's Iconic Score This June

A grand-scale "Game of Thrones" film-concert, featuring the internationally acclaimed soundtrack composed by Iranian-German composer Ramin Djawadi, is scheduled to hit the stage in Tehran on June 8 and 11, 2026.
Minister: U.S., Israel hold 'civilizational hostility' toward Iran

Minister: U.S., Israel hold 'civilizational hostility' toward Iran

Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts stated during a ceremony marking International Museum Day that attacks on Iran’s historical monuments reflect the "civilizational hostility" of enemies lacking history, lineage, and civilization.
Over 17,000 Iranian Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia: Hajj Official

Over 17,000 Iranian Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia: Hajj Official

The head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization announced that more than 17,500 Iranian pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia, noting that no specific issues have been reported and the visa issuance for a remaining group is being pursued.