By Sahar Dadjoo

Holy words: Pope’s plea for peace in Gaza was source of Israeli fury

TEHRAN - Pope Francis was a key leader of the Catholic Church and the first pope from outside Europe in almost 1,300 years. He died on the morning of April 21, 2025. During his time as pope, he was clear and caring about global issues, especially the Israeli war in Gaza. 

By Shahrokh Saei

Saudi Arabia demonizing pro-Palestine Hajj pilgrims

Hamas: Hajj redolent of Palestinian struggle against Israel

TEHRAN- Saudi Arabia has tried to demonize pilgrims who seek to express solidarity with Palestinian people during the Hajj rituals amid growing international outcry over Israel’s brutal war on the Gaza Strip.