BBC Persian is a multimedia news service operated by the BBC, providing impartial reporting and analysis in the Persian language to audiences in Iran, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and the wider Persian-speaking diaspora. Launched in 2009, it offers television, radio, and digital content, covering global and regional news, culture, and current affairs, with a focus on delivering […]
During his anticipated visit to Saudi Arabia in 2025, President Donald Trump is set to make waves in Middle Eastern geopolitics by announcing that the United States will officially adopt the term “Arabian Gulf” or “Gulf of Arabia” instead of the historically recognized “Persian Gulf.” This decision has ignited fierce controversy, particularly in Iran, where […]
Bijan R. Kian is an Iranian-American businessman and former senior U.S. government official who has served under Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump. He was twice confirmed by the U.S. Senate and held significant roles, including Deputy Lead for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence during the 2016 presidential transition, […]
Shahram Homayoun is an Iranian-American political activist, journalist, and the founder of Channel One, a Persian-language satellite television network based in Los Angeles that broadcasts daily into Iran. He fled Iran in 1991 due to his outspoken support for democracy and human rights, becoming a marked man under the Islamic Republic regime. Since settling in […]
Manoto TV is a London-based Persian-language television channel launched in October 2010 by Marjan Television Network. It gained popularity among Persian-speaking audiences for its diverse programming, including documentaries, films, series, and reality shows like Googoosh Music Academy and Befarmaeed Sham. Initially available via satellite, Manoto ceased its satellite broadcasting on January 31, 2024, but continues […]
Iraj Mesdaghi, born in Tehran in 1960, is a prominent Iranian-Swedish writer and human rights activist. After being imprisoned for over a decade in Iran due to his political activities, he fled to Sweden in 1994. Mesdaghi has dedicated his life to exposing human rights abuses in Iran, particularly the 1988 mass executions of political […]
Mortgages offer a pathway to homeownership, allowing buyers to spread the cost of a property over years with competitive interest rates. Exploring mortgage options, such as fixed-rate or adjustable-rate loans, can help secure favorable terms tailored to your financial goals. Using tools like mortgage calculators and comparing lenders ensures you find the best deal, maximizing […]
Menashe Amir, born on December 27, 1939, in Tehran, Iran, is a distinguished Iranian-Israeli journalist and broadcaster celebrated for his influential Persian-language radio program on Israel Radio International, part of Kol Yisrael. Starting his journalism career at 17 with Tehran’s Kayhan newspaper, he moved to Israel in 1959 and rose to prominence as a leading […]
Majid Mohammadi is an Iranian-American sociologist, political analyst, and author known for his extensive work on Iranian politics and society. He has written numerous books in Persian, Arabic, and English, including Under the Leader’s Cloak, which examines the structure and operations of the Iranian supreme leader’s office. Mohammadi contributes to various news outlets, such as […]