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- 13:30, 14 May 2025 Abu Taleb (hist | edit) [19,776 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Abu Taleb''' ibn Abdul Muttaleb, the father of Ali (peace be upon him), was one of the most influential figures in the early days of Islam. He manfully supported the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) when the great prophet of Islam was being targeted by the poisonous arrows of the polytheists of Mecca from all sides, and thus played an important role in the spread of Islam and the strengthening of Muslims. Abu Taleb (Abd Manaf or Imran Qorayshi) was the uncle and gr...") Tag: Visual edit
- 12:46, 12 May 2025 The International Institute of Peace (hist | edit) [14,638 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The International Institute of Peace''' (IIP) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and strengthening peace through research, dialogue, and policy recommendations. The institute serves as a platform for fostering inclusive multilateralism and supporting evidence-based solutions to global peace and security challenges. Its activities include research, convening policymakers, and providing strategic advice on multilateral processes45. ==Loca...")
- 09:30, 11 May 2025 The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (hist | edit) [16,878 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Cairo Institute for Human Rights Studies (CIHRS) is an independent, non-governmental organization that promotes respect for human rights and democratic values in the Arab region. CIHRS is recognized for its research, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives, focusing on civil and political rights, freedom of expression, and the protection of human rights defenders. The institute is active in engaging with international mechanisms, such as the United Nations, to hi...")
- 10:42, 6 May 2025 The Center for Muslim Studies at the University of Chicago (hist | edit) [13,975 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Center for Muslim Studies at the University of Chicago is an academic hub focused on the interdisciplinary study of Islam and Muslim societies. Its mission is to advance research, teaching, and public engagement on topics related to Islamic civilization, history, and contemporary issues (University of Chicago, n.d.-a). The center fosters both undergraduate and graduate scholarship, supporting lectures, research projects, and academic exchanges in Islamic Studies. ==...")
- 14:04, 4 May 2025 The Gulf Research Centre (hist | edit) [17,507 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "==Overview== '''The Gulf Research Center''' (GRC) is a prominent, privately funded, non-partisan think tank and consultancy specializing in research and analysis of the Arabian Gulf region. Its mission is to provide in-depth, academically rigorous research and strategic recommendations on the political, economic, security, and social dynamics of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and their neighbors, including Iran, Iraq, and Yemen. The GRC aims to address the imb...")
- 16:26, 30 April 2025 Abu Dharr al-Ghifari (hist | edit) [23,966 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Abu Dharr al-Ghifari''' was one of the most prominent companion of the Prophet (PBUH) and his name was Jundab son of Junādah from the tribe of Banu Ghifar, known as Abu Dharr Ghifari. He was a great companion of the Messenger of God (peace be upon him and his family), a companion of Imam Ali (peace be upon him), and one of the four pillars of Islam. Abu Dharr Ghifari is a prominent figure in Islam in terms of spirituality and morality. He was the fifth person t...") Tag: Visual edit
- 13:41, 28 April 2025 The Centre for Islamic Finance (hist | edit) [15,597 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Overview The Centre for Islamic Finance in Iran operates within a financial system that is deeply rooted in Islamic principles, primarily governed by Shariah law, which prohibits interest (riba) and speculative investments (gharar), instead promoting profit-sharing and ethical investment models. Islamic finance plays a crucial role in Iran’s economic policy, supporting key sectors such as agriculture and manufacturing and helping the country navigate external pressures...")
- 17:03, 26 April 2025 Abu Hamzeh Somali (hist | edit) [7,047 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Abu Hamzeh Somali''', was one of the celebrities of Kufa and one of the famous companions of Imam Sajjad (peace be upon him).His full and real name was Sabet ebne Dinar.He was a master of hadith, jurisprudence and exegesis and was teaching the Knowledge of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them) to Shiites. He learned a virtuous prayer from Imam Sajjad (peace be upon him) and narrated that it is recited in the dawn of Holy month of Ramadan and it is known as the pray...") Tag: Visual edit
- 14:53, 23 April 2025 Basij Organization of the Oppressed (hist | edit) [12,823 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Basij Organization of the Oppressed''' is a social and revolutionary organization and institution that was established by order of Imam Khomeini on November 26, 1979. The Basij, or Basij Resistance Force, is a social and popular institution that is a subsidiary of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. It was formed with the aim of creating the necessary capabilities in all individuals who believe in the Constitution and the goals of the Islamic Revolution of Ira...") Tag: Visual edit
- 12:02, 5 April 2025 The First International Quranic Conference "Unity is the Key to Victory" (hist | edit) [7,261 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The first international Quranic conference, "Al-Wahda Ramz Al-Nasr" (Unity is the Key to Victory), was held in Tehran with the participation of Hujjat al-Islam wal-Muslimin Shahriari, Secretary-General of the World Forum for Proximity of Islamic Schools of Thought, ambassadors from Islamic countries, and domestic and foreign scholars. ==Excerpts from the Speech of the Secretary-General of the Proximity Forum== Hujjat al-Islam wal-Muslimin Hamid Shahriari, in his address...")
- 11:03, 5 April 2025 The Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (hist | edit) [5,268 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization''' (ISESCO) is a specialized institution of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) dedicated to promoting education, science, and culture in Islamic countries (ISESCO, 2023). Established in 1982, ISESCO aims to strengthen cooperation among Muslim-majority nations while preserving Islamic identity and heritage. This article examines ISESCO’s role in Islamic education, scientific advancement, and cul...")
- 16:44, 30 March 2025 The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) (hist | edit) [62,107 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)''' is the implementing body for the Chemical Weapons Convention, which entered into force on 29 April 1997. The OPCW, with its 193 Member States, oversees the global endeavour to permanently and verifiably eliminate chemical weapons. About Us.We want to live in a world free of chemical weapons.Retrieved March 30,2025,from <nowiki>https://www.opcw.org/about-us</nowiki> == Mission == The OPCW’s mission...") Tag: Visual edit
- 16:48, 29 March 2025 UNESCO (hist | edit) [42,197 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''UNESCO''' (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is an acronym for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, aimed at promoting peace and universal welfare through international cooperation among nations. == History == On November 1, 1945, just as World War II was ending, a major conference was held in London. Representatives from forty countries attended this conference. France and the United Kingdom, as two of...") Tag: Visual edit
- 10:57, 28 March 2025 The Islamic System Expediency Discernment Assembly (hist | edit) [28,288 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Islamic System Expediency Discernment Assembly''' is an institution that was established by the decree and initiative of Imam Khomeini in 1987 to resolve the dispute between the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Guardian Council in some of the Islamic Consultative Assembly's resolutions. Then, the position, duties, powers, and members of this institution were clarified in the revision of the Constitution in 1989, in accordance with the principles: "110, 111, 1...") Tag: Visual edit
- 13:44, 25 March 2025 Al Jazeera Centre for Studies (hist | edit) [4,885 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Al Jazeera Centre for Studies (AJCS) was established in 2006 as part of the Al Jazeera Media Network. It is an independent research institution dedicated to providing balanced insights into the geopolitics of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with a focus on the Arab world. Its objectives include fostering research expertise, organizing intellectual forums, and promoting cultural dialogue through media and communication technologies (Al Jazeera Centre f...")
- 13:29, 18 March 2025 Islamic Consultative Assembly (Majlis) (hist | edit) [29,320 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Islamic Consultative Assembly''' is one of the pillars of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Its representatives are elected every four years through direct and secret ballot by the people for a four-year term. The Assembly has so far completed eleven terms, with the twelfth term beginning in May 2024. Its primary functions are enacting and interpreting ordinary laws and also supervising the implementation of laws. == History of the parliament in Iran == The fir...") Tag: Visual edit
- 12:54, 18 March 2025 The Islamic Revolution Council of Iran (hist | edit) [4,341 bytes] Rahmani (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Islamic Revolution Council of Iran''' was a temporary institution established based on the necessities of the early revolutionary period. It was publicly formed on January 12, 1979, by the order of Imam Khomeini, with the aim of organizing the administration of the revolution and the country. This council was the most important revolutionary institution of the Islamic Republic of Iran at the beginning of the Islamic Revolution,which responsible for both legislativ...") Tag: Visual edit
- 11:49, 18 March 2025 The International Institute for Counter-Terrorism (hist | edit) [12,606 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The International Institute for Counter-Terrorism''' (ICT), based in Israel, is a prominent research organization dedicated to so-called terrorism and counter-terrorism studies. From Iran's perspective, the ICT's activities are viewed with skepticism, given the geopolitical tensions between the two nations. Iran perceives the ICT as aligned with Israeli and Western narratives on terrorism, which often frame Iran as a state sponsor of terrorism. This report examines th...")
- 12:59, 17 March 2025 The American Islamic Forum for Democracy (hist | edit) [5,624 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The American Islamic Forum for Democracy (AIFD) is a Muslim-led organization founded in 2003 by Dr. M. Zuhdi Jasser, primarily aimed at promoting the separation of mosque and state and advocating for universal human rights within the Muslim community. ==Mission and Activities== AIFD's primary mission is to advocate for the preservation of the founding principles of the United States Constitution, emphasizing liberty and freedom through the separation of mosque and stat...")
- 13:19, 15 March 2025 Rand Corporation (hist | edit) [6,174 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Rand Corporation is a nonprofit research organization that provides analysis and recommendations to policymakers on a wide range of issues, including national security, international relations, and global challenges. One of the main concentrations of Rand's research is related to Islam, Islamic countries, and Iran, particularly in the context of international relations and security. ==Background on Rand Corporation== Rand Corporation was founded in 1948 as a researc...")
- 14:15, 9 March 2025 The Center for the Study of Islam and Democracy (hist | edit) [9,566 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Center for the Study of Islam and Democracy''' (CSID) is a U.S.-based organization established in 1998 to promote the compatibility of Islam with democratic principles. Its work focuses on fostering dialogue between the Muslim world and Western societies, advocating for democratic reforms, and addressing misconceptions about Islam. This report explores CSID’s role in advancing democracy in Islamic countries, with a particular emphasis on its relevance to Iran an...")
- 13:25, 3 March 2025 Project on Middle East Democracy (hist | edit) [5,119 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The '''Project on Middle East Democracy''' (POMED) was a non-profit, non-partisan organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to examining how genuine democracies can develop in the Middle East and how the United States can best support that process<ref>Project on middle east democracy. (n.d.). Retrieved February 22, 2025, from https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit/15faae916a4842219371775d785202ed-project-on-middle-east-democracy-washington</ref> <ref>Project on mi...")
- 13:07, 2 March 2025 The Muslim Council of Elders (hist | edit) [4,040 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Muslim Council of Elders is an international organization based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, established with the aim of promoting peace, unity, and reconciliation within the Muslim community and beyond. The Council plays a significant role in fostering dialogue and cooperation among different religious and cultural groups. ==Objectives and Activities== # Promoting Unity and Peace: The Council focuses on unifying efforts to reunite the Islamic nation and addr...")
- 12:52, 1 March 2025 Intra-Islamic Dialogue Conference (hist | edit) [22,620 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with " The Intra-Islamic Dialogue Conference, held on February 19–20, 2025, in Manama, Bahrain, marked a significant step towards fostering unity and dialogue within the Islamic world. The event was hosted under the patronage of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and was organized by Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs in Bahrain, and the Muslim Council of Elders. The conference's theme, “One Nation, One Shared Destiny,” encapsulated its core objective...") originally created as "Intra-Islamic Dialogue Conference (2025)"
- 11:17, 23 February 2025 Hassan Nasrallah: The Lion of Resistance (An Ode) (hist | edit) [1,724 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Ode to Hassan Nasrallah: The Lion of Resistance''' ''Curated by Mohammad Reza Peysepar'' O Hassan, the Lion of Lebanon’s hills, Your voice, a thunder, shattered the oppressor’s will. From Bourj Hammoud’s humble streets you rose, A beacon of hope, where resistance flows. Your life, a testament to steadfast might, A warrior of faith, in justice’s light. With every word, you stirred the soul, With every act, you made the broken whole. In ’82, you for...")
- 14:40, 22 February 2025 Hassan Nasrallah and Hezbollah (hist | edit) [6,285 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Hassan Nasrallah’s leadership has been pivotal in shaping Hezbollah into one of the most influential and resilient organizations in the Middle East. From its origins as a militant resistance group to its current role as a multifaceted movement with military, political, and social dimensions, Hezbollah’s evolution under Nasrallah reflects his strategic vision, rhetorical prowess, and ability to mobilize support<ref>Norton, A. R. (2007). Hezbollah: A Short History. Pri...")
- 14:31, 19 February 2025 The Islamic Society of North America (hist | edit) [4,404 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''The Islamic Society of North America''' (ISNA) is considered among the most influential organizations that represent the interests of Muslims in the United States and Canada. ISNA evolved from the Muslim Students Association of the United States and Canada (MSA), which was founded in 1963 by international students on North American college campuses. By opening its membership to all Muslim Americans, regardless of ethnicity or sectarian persuasion, ISNA has solidified...")
- 15:01, 17 February 2025 Policymaking (hist | edit) [4,091 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Think tanks aim to influence policy by providing expertise grounded in evidence and analysis and introducing new ideas into the policy process. They also work to raise awareness of their work. Think tanks collect, synthesize, and create information products for political and bureaucratic audiences, as well as the media, interest groups, businesses, international civil society, and the general public<ref>How Think Tanks Measure Their Effectiveness and Impact, Retrieved Fe...")
- 15:07, 16 February 2025 Islamic Countries as a Strategic Focus in Global Think Tank Research (hist | edit) [10,004 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The study of Islamic countries has emerged as a critical priority for think tanks worldwide, driven by the geopolitical significance of Muslim-majority states, demographic shifts, and evolving security paradigms. These nations—spanning the Middle East, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Sahel—represent 24% of the global population and control 60% of proven oil reserves, making them indispensable to discussions about energy security, counterterrorism, and cultural...")
- 14:51, 15 February 2025 Islamic countries (hist | edit) [1,477 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "'''Islamic countries''' are one of the numerous focuses of Think tanks in the world. ==The study of Islamic countries as a critical priority for think tanks worldwide== The study of Islamic countries has emerged as a critical priority for think tanks worldwide, driven by the geopolitical significance of Muslim-majority states, demographic shifts, and evolving security paradigms. ==Think thanks' Objectives in Islamic Countries== These nations—spanning the Middle East...") originally created as "Islamic Countries"
- 11:21, 15 February 2025 The Royal United Services Institute (hist | edit) [3,163 bytes] Peysepar (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) is the world's oldest and the UK's leading defense and security think tank. Founded in 1831 by the Duke of Wellington, it has nearly two centuries of experience in providing independent analysis on defense and security issues. RUSI operates with an international perspective, maintaining offices not only in London but also globally, including locations like Doha and Nairobi<ref>Royal United Services Institute, https://www.devex.c...")