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'''Cell 14''' ( | '''Cell 14''' (in rusian: Касета 14) is a memoir by [[Ali Khamenei]], the former [[Supreme Leader of Iran]], recounting his imprisonment and exile during the [[Pahlavi dynasty|Pahlavi era]] prior to the [[Iranian Revolution|1979 Islamic Revolution]] (Pars Today, 2026). The work was originally published in Arabic and later in Persian before its Russian translation (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
The original version of ''Cell 14'' was written in [[Arabic]] and published in | The original version of ''Cell 14'' was written in [[Arabic]] and published in Beirut under the title '''''Inna ma’a al-Sabr Nasra''''' (in Arabic: إنّ مع الصّبر نصراً, Indeed, with patience comes victory) (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). The book was introduced by [[Hassan Nasrallah]], the former secretary-general of [[Hezbollah]] (IQNA, 2026b). Subsequently, the work was translated and published in Persian under two titles: '''''Cell 14''''' and '''''Blood of a Heart That Turned Red''''' (in Farsi:خون دلی که لعل شد) (IQNA, 2026b; Pars Today, 2026). | ||
The memoir covers the first half of Khamenei's life, from his childhood through the 1979 revolution (The Moscow Times, 2026), including his six arrests between 1960 and 1970 by [[SAVAK]], the Iranian secret police (Radar NTT, 2026). | The memoir covers the first half of Khamenei's life, from his childhood through the 1979 revolution (The Moscow Times, 2026), including his six arrests between 1960 and 1970 by [[SAVAK]], the Iranian secret police (Radar NTT, 2026). | ||
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The Russian translation was produced by '''Alexander Andryushkin''', a writer, critic, and translator known for his work on Iranian literature (Pars Today, 2026; The Moscow Times, 2026). The translation was prepared from the Persian version (The Moscow Times, 2026). | The Russian translation was produced by '''Alexander Andryushkin''', a writer, critic, and translator known for his work on Iranian literature (Pars Today, 2026; The Moscow Times, 2026). The translation was prepared from the Persian version (The Moscow Times, 2026). | ||
The Russian edition was published by ''' | The Russian edition was published by '''AST (publisher)|AST Publishing''', the largest publisher in Russia (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b), in collaboration with '''Sadra Publishing''' and the '''Islamic Revolution Publishing House''' (ABNA, 2026). The text was prepared and edited by the '''Ibn Sina Iranian Foundation for Islamic Studies in Russia''' (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). | ||
The book was released in April 2026 (The Moscow Times, 2026) with the following specifications: | The book was released in April 2026 (The Moscow Times, 2026) with the following specifications: | ||
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== Reception == | == Reception == | ||
Upon its release in Russia, the book was made available in bookstores and through online retail systems nationwide (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). | Upon its release in Russia, the book was made available in bookstores and through online retail systems nationwide (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). AST Publishing holds approximately 20 percent of the Russian book market and publishes over 40 million copies annually (IQNA, 2026a). | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Ali Khamenei]] | * [[Ali Khamenei]] | ||
* [[Iranian Revolution]] | * [[Iranian Revolution]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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Radar NTT. (2026, March 5). Paradoks Khamenei: Imam Tertinggi Revolusi Penggemar Sastra. ''Radar NTT''. https://radarntt.net/tokoh/paradoks-khamenei-imam-tertinggi-revolusi-penggemar-sastra/?pgrelated=3 | Radar NTT. (2026, March 5). Paradoks Khamenei: Imam Tertinggi Revolusi Penggemar Sastra. ''Radar NTT''. https://radarntt.net/tokoh/paradoks-khamenei-imam-tertinggi-revolusi-penggemar-sastra/?pgrelated=3 | ||
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Latest revision as of 13:13, 11 May 2026
Cell 14 (in rusian: Касета 14) is a memoir by Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, recounting his imprisonment and exile during the Pahlavi era prior to the 1979 Islamic Revolution (Pars Today, 2026). The work was originally published in Arabic and later in Persian before its Russian translation (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b).
History
The original version of Cell 14 was written in Arabic and published in Beirut under the title Inna ma’a al-Sabr Nasra (in Arabic: إنّ مع الصّبر نصراً, Indeed, with patience comes victory) (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). The book was introduced by Hassan Nasrallah, the former secretary-general of Hezbollah (IQNA, 2026b). Subsequently, the work was translated and published in Persian under two titles: Cell 14 and Blood of a Heart That Turned Red (in Farsi:خون دلی که لعل شد) (IQNA, 2026b; Pars Today, 2026).
The memoir covers the first half of Khamenei's life, from his childhood through the 1979 revolution (The Moscow Times, 2026), including his six arrests between 1960 and 1970 by SAVAK, the Iranian secret police (Radar NTT, 2026).
Russian edition
The Russian translation was produced by Alexander Andryushkin, a writer, critic, and translator known for his work on Iranian literature (Pars Today, 2026; The Moscow Times, 2026). The translation was prepared from the Persian version (The Moscow Times, 2026).
The Russian edition was published by AST (publisher)|AST Publishing, the largest publisher in Russia (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b), in collaboration with Sadra Publishing and the Islamic Revolution Publishing House (ABNA, 2026). The text was prepared and edited by the Ibn Sina Iranian Foundation for Islamic Studies in Russia (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b).
The book was released in April 2026 (The Moscow Times, 2026) with the following specifications:
- Page count: 256 pages (Pars Today, 2026; IQNA, 2026b)
- Print run: 2,000 copies (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b)
AST had previously published Russian translations of the Quran and Nahj al-Balagha, as well as a Russian audiobook of the latter, in cooperation with the Ibn Sina Foundation and Sadra Publishing (Pars Today, 2026).
Contents
The book describes Khamenei's experiences of imprisonment and exile under the Pahlavi dynasty. According to the publisher, the narrative emphasizes the hardships faced by political activists of the era alongside themes of steadfastness, resistance, and faith (Pars Today, 2026; IQNA, 2026b).
The Russian edition includes supplementary materials:
- An autobiography of Ali Khamenei (ABNA, 2026)
- Related photographic illustrations (ABNA, 2026)
- Various indexes (ABNA, 2026)
Reception
Upon its release in Russia, the book was made available in bookstores and through online retail systems nationwide (ABNA, 2026; IQNA, 2026b). AST Publishing holds approximately 20 percent of the Russian book market and publishes over 40 million copies annually (IQNA, 2026a).
See also
References
ABNA. (2026, May 10). Russia's largest publisher publishes memoirs of martyred leader "Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei". ABNA English. https://en.abna24.com/news/1812166/Russia-s-Largest-Publisher-Publishes-Memoirs-of-Martyr-Leader
IQNA. (2026a, May 10). « Cellule 14 » publié en Russie. IQNA. https://iqna.ir/fr/news/3495491/-cellule-14-publi%C3%A9-en-russie
IQNA. (2026b, May 9). Russia's largest publisher publishes memoirs of martyred leader. IQNA. https://iqna.ir/en/news/3497395/russia%e2%80%99s-largest-publisher-publishes-memoirs-of-martyred-leader
Pars Today. (2026, May 9). Memoirs of martyred Leader of Revolution published in Russian. Pars Today. https://parstoday.ir/en/news/iran-i243298-memoirs_of_martyred_leader_of_the_revolution_published_in_russian
Radar NTT. (2026, March 5). Paradoks Khamenei: Imam Tertinggi Revolusi Penggemar Sastra. Radar NTT. https://radarntt.net/tokoh/paradoks-khamenei-imam-tertinggi-revolusi-penggemar-sastra/?pgrelated=3