A new book reveals the untold story of Iran's elite naval commandos and their commander during the brutal, iconic 34-day defense of the city of Khorramshahr against Iraqi forces.
Martyr Mohsen Hassanpour, who was both a cleric and an IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps) member, began his activities by distributing leaflets of Imam Khomeini (RA) at the start of the Islamic Revolution, leading to his arrest and torture by SAVAK (the former secret police). After his release, he joined the fronts and was eventually martyred.
A Glimpse into the Life and Times of the Immortal Martyr, Tayeb Haj Rezaei / Author: Ghasem Tabrizi
Navideshahed: On the 26th of Khordad, 1329 (June 16, 1950), in the modest neighborhood of Khani-Abad, Tehran, a child was born whose very steps promised blessing and grace. His parents named him Mohammad Javad, hoping he would follow the path of the Prophet’s household.
A Basiji--Martyr Hussain Fahmideh was one of the brave teenagers who sacrificed his life to counter the enemy, proving all Iranians, regardless of their ages, are well-prepared and iron-willed to safeguard the Iranian soil.
The speech of Imam Moussa al-Sadr was made in assembly of the Ulema and Clergymen on the night of Eid al-Adha in February 1972 in Hosseinia Emadzadeh, Esfahan.
The official website of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, www.khamanei.ir, has recently released seven memories by the Leader on the occasion of the anniversary of the Sacred Defense.