The presence of the convoy of the son of the Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in central Mina prompted the deadly stampede.
Saturday, September 26, 2015 11:17
Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei declares three days of national mourning following the deaths of several hundred Hajj pilgrims, including at least 125 Iranian nationals, in the holy city of Mecca
Friday, September 25, 2015 12:40
Iran’s First Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri has called for immediate investigation into Hajj stampede in Mena.
Thursday, September 24, 2015 10:45
Millions of Iranian Muslims across Iran and other parts of the world are celebrating the Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice).
Thursday, September 24, 2015 12:17
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in separate messages congratulated leaders of the Muslim world on the advent of Eid Al-Adha (Muslim Feast of Sacrifice, marking the end of the Hajj season).
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 10:47
A mass religious gathering has been held at the holy mausoleum of Imam Khomeini, located on the outskirts of the Iranian capital, Tehran.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 10:36
Millions of Muslims gathered at Mount Arafat to observe a major part of the rituals.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 10:31
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani attended the annual ceremony of opening schools across the country.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 12:54