Caviar, saffron, and revolution: From the Shah's courtyard to the Ayatollahs' table
The article explores the cultural significance of food in Iran, highlighting its deep historical and philosophical ties beyond mere sustenance.
From Afonso de Albuquerque to Drones: Hormuz, the Eternal Lock of the World
The Strait of Hormuz remains a crucial strategic passage for global oil supply, with historical significance dating back to the Portuguese colonial era and current geopolitical tensions involving Iran.
Military Actions in the Middle East Have Created the Largest Shock in the Global Oil Market in History
Military actions in the Middle East have caused unprecedented disruptions in the global oil supply, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Agency: War in the Middle East Causes the Largest Shock to the Global Oil Market in History
The war in the Middle East has led to unprecedented disruptions in the global oil market, surpassing past crises in the 20th century.
23 Ramadan: The Death of the Last Persian Power and the Expulsion of the Portuguese from Indonesia
The 23rd of Ramadan marks significant historical events including the end of organized paganism in the Hejaz and the fall of the Sasanian Empire.
Iran, a Mosaic of Tribes and Ethnicities for Millennia
The article explores the rich and diverse history of Iran, emphasizing that its identity cannot be reduced to just the period of Islamization.
Fawzia, Soraya, and Farah: The three women who married the last Shah of Iran
The article discusses the significant life stories and roles of Fawzia, Soraya, and Farah, the three wives of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran, and their influence on Persian royalty.
A Finnish-Persian Woman Thanks Trump Profusely – 'I Was Shaking'
A Finnish-Persian activist expresses her gratitude towards President Trump after the U.S. strikes against Iran, highlighting her emotional response to the news and her family's history.
Do you know how the artist Jāzeps Grosvalds’ “Persian Scenes” came to be during the war march?
The article discusses how artist Jāzeps Grosvalds created his work “Persian Scenes” while navigating the challenges and circumstances of the war in Europe.
The Legendary Battle in Which a Small Greek Force Defeated the Persian Giant Armies
The book discusses significant battles that shaped nations and ideologies, featuring a passage on the Battle of Marathon.
He founded one of the greatest empires of antiquity. He is even mentioned in the Bible
Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid dynasty and leader of the Persian Empire, is renowned for his conquests and unique governance respecting diverse peoples and religions, and is the only pagan ruler mentioned in the Bible.