Iran not to remain silent on Jerusalem al-Quds plot, says President Rouhani

Speaking at the parliament in Tehran on Sunday, President Hassan Rouhani referred to US Presidnet Donald Trump's recent controversial decision on Jerusalem al-Quds, saying the move won't go unanswered.

Imam Khomeini reminded Hajj pilgrims of their duties, mission

Imam Khomeini underscored socio-political perspectives of Hajj

Here are some important reminders to the Hajj pilgrims, which must be reiterated, though they have been said time and again through Imam Khomeini works and historic messages.

Imam Khomeini underlined the philosophy of Hajj and Eid al-Adha

During the festivities of Eid al-Adha, Muslims pay tribute to Prophet Ibrahim’s submission to the divine order of sacrificing his son.

Muslims converge on Mecca for hajj

Muslims can also perform the Umrah or Lesser Pilgrimage during the rest of the year, but that is no substitute for the obligatory rituals, known as Tumattu Pilgrimage.

Qatar blocking flights to Mecca, Saudi Arabia claims

The flag carrier Saudi Arabian Airlines claims one of its airliners has been prevented from touching down at Hamad International Airport in Doha.

Iranian citizens to take part in this year's hajj pilgrimage

A representative of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ai Khamenei says that the decision was approved last month by the National Security Council.

Al-Jaafari stresses cordial ties with Iran

Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari says cultural and religious commonalities between Iran and Iraq as well as their common policies on regional issues have strengthened mutual relations.