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Supreme Leader Honors Women and Martyrs’ Families

by خانم هاشمی

This morning, the leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei held a warm and heartfelt meeting with a group of women and families of martyrs, as well as those who made sacrifices for the nation. The gathering — held on the eve of the birth anniversary of Fatimah al‑Zahra (peace be upon her) — became a space of gratitude, stories of dedication, and recognition of resilience. According to the women’s news outlet “Jahanbanou,” the atmosphere was intimate, respectful, and full of reverence for the legacy of the martyrs and their families.

Sharing Stories of Sacrifice and Resolve

During the event, the wife of Martyr Sardar Rashid and the daughter of Martyr Sardar Salami, stepped forward to speak. They recalled with emotion the firm determination and the spiritual strength of their loved ones. Their testimonies painted vivid portraits of dedication: living not for themselves, but for their ideals and their nation. Also present was Fereshteh Hassanzadeh — a celebrated Muay Thai champion in Islamic countries — who had presented her international silver medal to the Leader in a previous visit. Her remarks also honored the spirit of striving and perseverance that defines the community of martyrs’ families.

As the ceremony continued, two other women were honored: Afshordi (the mother of the Bāqeri martyrs), and Fahimeh Hashemitabar (the daughter of a nuclear-science martyr from the 12-day war). Their recognition served both as tribute and as an emblem of enduring respect for families who carry the memories and values of sacrifice forward.

Honoring Women’s Central Role in Faith, Society and Progress

In his address, the Supreme Leader underscored the pivotal role of women as bearers of light, mercy, and blessing for the nation. He praised their contribution in promoting values of selflessness, martyrdom, and scientific progress. He emphasized two essential pillars: the dignity of women, and the protection of their rights — not only within the family but throughout society. In his view, women are more than caretakers: they are pillars of society, capable of shaping its future through strength, conviction, and faith-driven action.

He said: “Women are the manager of the home, not a servant for you to say, “Why didn’t you do this? Why didn’t you do that? Why isn’t the house clean?” A woman is like a flower. A flower must be cared for and protected, and she will enrich you with her color, fragrance, and qualities.”

He also acknowledged — with deep respect — the bravery, faith, and pride of all present. Their stories, struggles, and commitment were held up as shining examples to all.

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Women in Islam

Why Women Around the World Are Turning to Islam

by خانم هاشمی

Tayebeh Rabbani, an expert in population studies with international experience, says the main reason people worldwide—especially women—are drawn to Islam is its strong family system and deep respect for women’s rights.

Islam’s Global Appeal to Women

At the “Media, Demographic Discourse, and a Bright Future” conference in Qom, Rabbani cited a hadith of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him):
“A child born to my community is dearer to me than anything the sun shines upon.”
This teaching highlights the importance of children and family life in Islam.

She also noted that Iran’s Supreme Leader emphasizes the power of media, saying that today, media influence hearts and minds far more than missiles or military technology. “The real battlefield today is a media battlefield,” she explained. Without media efforts focused on population and family issues, Iran would not have seen the recent positive trends in fertility.

Media Amplifies Justice and Awareness

Rabbani highlighted the crucial role of media in raising global awareness of the Gaza crisis. Journalists’ efforts have helped the world recognize injustice and oppression. What began as a Muslim-centered effort has grown into a global movement—drawing support from people of many faiths and even non-believers who respond to universal human values.

She praised Press TV for calling itself “the voice of the voiceless,” noting that journalists risk their lives to report stories that otherwise go unheard. Media have also spread the ideas of the Islamic Revolution. Imam Khomeini called it “an explosion of light,” and Iran’s Supreme Leader described it as “a fragrance spreading throughout the world.”

Four Decades of Islamic Outreach

Rabbani shared that she entered seminary as a young woman and has spent over forty years in international religious outreach, including 14 years in Latin America. She helped launch Masoumeh TV, producing religious and cultural programming for global audiences.

She emphasized that the discourse of the Islamic Revolution is highly engaging worldwide. When Iranian preachers, male or female, speak at international universities, they receive warm reception. She recalled the late Ayatollah Mohammad-Taqi Mesbah-Yazdi, a prominent Iranian scholar, whose Latin American lectures drew hundreds of clergy and thousands of students.

Islam’s Principles vs. Failed Ideologies

Rabbani noted the failure of other world ideologies. Eastern philosophies now belong “in the museums of history,” she said, while Western civilization faces crises, including the demographic collapse and moral challenges exposed by events like the Gaza conflict.

Three Pillars of the Islamic Revolution’s Global Influence

Rabbani highlighted three factors shaping Islam’s global impact:

  1. External factor: The failure of Eastern and Western ideologies has pushed people to seek new paths, including the Iranian Revolution.
  2. Internal factor: Islam’s rationality, alignment with human nature, opposition to oppression, belief in a savior (Mahdism), and rejection of discrimination make it appealing worldwide.
  3. Practical model: The Islamic Republic of Iran serves as a working example of governance based on these principles.

She added that weekly, several intellectuals and university professors convert to Islam and the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt (the family of the Prophet).

Family, Motherhood, and Women’s Status

Rabbani stressed that Islam’s family system and respect for women are major reasons for global interest. Despite misconceptions, Islam upholds women’s dignity and maternal importance.

She highlighted a unique teaching: a man may earn divine forgiveness through years of worship, but a woman can reach complete spiritual purity through a single childbirth. This principle has helped forge strong connections between Muslim and non-Muslim women in outreach work.

Rabbani shared a story of a Muslim American woman who visited Qom to organize a conference on the Prophet’s family life. Rabbani quoted the Prophet:
“Sitting with one’s spouse and family is superior to a year’s retreat in the Prophet’s Mosque.”
The visitor printed this hadith on banners and distributed them across the U.S., receiving widespread admiration—especially from Christian women.

Demographic Challenges and Cultural Responsibility

Rabbani warned that Western societies face aging populations and low birth rates, forcing them to rely on immigrants. She cautioned that some Western lifestyle trends, like treating pets as substitutes for children, are spreading to Muslim societies, including Iran.

She recalled Imam Khomeini’s advice to youth:

“O my son, flee Western civilization as you would flee a lion; for it is more harmful to humanity than cannibals.”

Rabbani concluded by emphasizing that Iranian preachers, journalists, and cultural activists bear great responsibility in today’s global media and cognitive battles. Following the Supreme Leader’s guidance, she urged efforts to keep Iranian society youthful, vibrant, and spiritually resilient.

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Iranian Women on the Frontline of Hybrid Warfare

by خانم هاشمی

In the twelve-day conflict that aimed to break Iran’s will, Iranian women upended the enemy’s calculations with patience and faith, demonstrating their capacity to serve as a strategic variable within the nation’s defense architecture.

✍|by Ms. Razieh Akbari, Women & Family Activist

The Battlefield of Wills and Worldviews

Before weapons and tactics clash, every war is a contest of wills and worldviews. The twelve-day imposed war, born of a misguided ambition to fracture Iran’s national fabric and deliver a crushing strategic blow, carried a fundamental error in calculation. The enemy reduced Iran to its hardware, overlooking the powerful software—the spirit underpinning resistance. In this brief but profound confrontation, that spirit found embodiment like never before in the form of the Iranian woman. This post explores that inner logic and spiritual alchemy, which elevated women from supportive roles in Iran’s Sacred Defense to decisive strategic actors in modern hybrid warfare doctrine.

Women: A Strategic Arm in Defense

The Islamic Revolution was fundamentally a human-centering movement, liberating identity—especially women’s—from the Eastern rigidities and Western decadence, acknowledging their true station as God’s vicegerents capable of shaping history. Supreme Leader Khamenei’s words, “A woman is the primary manager of the family and the most influential factor in raising individuals and guiding society,” are not ideological niceties—they are foundational principles of Islamic governance. The twelve-day war provided the crucible for this principle in its most critical form.

The enemy’s hybrid tactics had dual axes: undermining society’s intellect via cognitive warfare and cyberattacks on knowledge infrastructure, and breaking hearts by sowing fear and psychological collapse within families. Against this dual strategy, the Iranian woman engaged in a remarkable two-front struggle.

In the strategic backend—where battles over codes, frequencies, and algorithms raged—the presence of women scientists and engineers in cyber defense and defense industries was not merely academic. It was faith expressed through expertise. The elite engineer working round the clock to thwart cyberattacks on the nation’s power grid was not just an engineer—she was a mujahid whose fortress was the server room and whose weapon was intricate coding.

She embodied Imam Khomeini’s notion that commitment takes precedence over expertise, yet achieved the highest levels of specialized knowledge to fulfill that commitment. This fusion of revolutionary insight and modern science paralyzed the enemy’s calculations. While the aggressor focused only on Iran’s missile and drone reach, they overlooked the ingenuity of the woman engineer optimizing missile guidance software in emergencies.

Emotional Governance: Our Weapon Against Psychological Warfare

The enemy’s narrative war and psychological operations aimed to hollow society of hope and inject systemic despair. Here, motherhood became a strategic weapon. The calm of a mother sheltering her children amidst explosions, the sincere tone of a wife sharing her fighter-husband’s iron resolve on social media, the grassroots networks of neighborhood women supplying each other’s needs and caring for the elderly—all stood as the most powerful bulwark against societal collapse.

This form of emotional governance and human-centered management arises from Iranian-Islamic culture and eludes any Western think tank’s attempt to model it. Through the alchemy of patience and faith, the Iranian woman transformed anxiety into tranquility and fear into courage. With her instinctive and humane “jihad of explanation,” she nullified the enemy’s false narrative of a collapsing nation and revealed to the world the true image of a living, resilient people. This direct embodiment of leadership’s view of women as pillars of societal calm was manifest.

Beyond Missiles: Recognizing a Strategic Variable

The twelve-day war ended, yet revealed a fundamental truth: Iran’s deterrence power isn’t confined to missile range or drone capabilities. A new and decisive variable has entered the equation—rooted deeply in this land’s identity and culture: the woman ideal of the Islamic Revolution.

Iranian Women on the Frontline

A woman capable of simultaneously leading a complex scientific-defense project and being the beating heart of a family and community. A commander in cognitive warfare on the frontlines and an unparalleled crisis manager at home.

This “third model,” neither Eastern nor Western but born of Qur’an, Ahl al-Bayt, and nurtured by the revolution, has evolved from cultural theory into strategic reality. Any future analysis of Iran’s national power that overlooks this collective spirit and vital artery embodied in Iranian women will mirror the enemy’s miscalculation during the twelve-day war. The architecture of victory in this battle rested less on concrete and steel, and more on the steadfast, insightful shoulders of women who proved that jihad knows no gender or borders—and faith is the strongest weapon in any confrontation. This is the greatest triumph of that war and the dawn of a new chapter in women’s role in building the Islamic Civilisation.

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Women Along the Path of the Islamic Revolution

by faeze mohammadi

By: Faeze Aghamohammady

The Islamic Revolution of Iran in 1979 not only transformed the country’s political and economic structures but also brought about a profound shift in the social and cultural status of women. April 1, 1979 (12 Farvardin 1358 in the Persian calendar) marked a pivotal moment in Iran’s history, offering women an unprecedented opportunity to move from the margins of society to the forefront of socio-political developments.

Women’s active participation in revolutionary struggles—from mass demonstrations to organizing protests—demonstrated that they were not merely allies of men but pioneers of societal transformation, even after the Islamic Revolution. This shift was so profound that Imam Khomeini (RA) described it as a “divine transformation,” emphasizing: “The Iranian woman of today is no longer the passive being of the past; she embodies resistance and awareness.”

However, the post-revolution era also presented women with both challenges and opportunities. This analysis seeks to provide a comprehensive picture of women’s complex journey along the path of the Islamic Revolution by examining their role in the revolution, subsequent legal and social developments, and the challenges and achievements they have encountered.

Women Who Made History

The Islamic Revolution of Iran, centered on reviving Islamic values, liberated women from the confines of the Pahlavi regime’s imposed traditions and granted them a new identity. Before the revolution, while the Pahlavi regime superficially claimed to elevate the status of Iranian women, in reality, women were ensnared by its Westernizing policies, reduced to tools for spreading Western culture and decadence. The Iranian woman had ceased to belong to her own Iranian-Islamic civilization; instead, she became a “copyrighted copy” of the Western woman.

However, as the revolution ignited, Muslim women—inspired by role models such as Lady Fatima (SA) and Lady Zainab (SA)—emerged from their homes into public squares. Through their conscious presence, they played a decisive role in overthrowing the tyrannical regime. Indeed, many believe that without Iranian women’s encouragement and support, none of the revolution’s major movements would have taken shape, nor would the Islamic Revolution have achieved victory. This is not mere rhetoric but a historical fact of the 1979 Revolution. Women not only marched alongside men in protests but also sacrificed their lives and livelihoods to defend the oppressed, proving that the Islamic Revolution’s success was impossible without them. Imam Khomeini (RA) stated: “We owe our movement to women… They were at the forefront and pulled men into the arena.”

With the revolution’s triumph and the rejection of Western culture, women transformed from objects of decadence into advocates of modesty and awareness. Today, Iranian women are pioneers on multiple fronts: in universities, where they constitute nearly 70% of higher education students; in scientific laboratories, where female researchers lead advancements in nuclear and nanotechnology fields; and in cultural arenas, where women writers and artists narrate Islamic-Iranian identity. All this demonstrates that the Islamic Revolution has created a model in which a Muslim woman can simultaneously be a mother, a scientist, an artist, and a defender of Iranian feminine values. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has consistently emphasized this role: “The Iranian Muslim woman has proven she can embody both modesty and leadership in struggle—this is the very model of the exemplary Islamic woman.”

Iranian Women as Guardians of the Revolution

The role of women in defending the achievements of the Islamic Revolution is often overlooked. During the Sacred Defense (Iran-Iraq War), they were present not only on the home front but also on the frontlines as nurses, medics, and even combatants.

Beyond the war, in the era of cultural invasion, Iranian women rose as cultural defenders, resisting Western cultural assaults. They were wounded, they fought, and their relentless efforts aimed to preserve Islamic and Iranian values. They demonstrated that one can be both modern and committed to religious principles. This reality was so painful for Western cultural policymakers that it drove them to orchestrate sedition—such as the “White Wednesdays” campaign led by traitorous women like Masih Alinejad—to cripple authentic Iranian women. What a familiar tale: history repeating itself. Just as the American-backed coup plotters against Prime Minister Mossadegh—who defied the colonialist ambitions of both old and new empires (Britain and the U.S.)—relied on figures like Pari Bolandeh, who later became infamous as the “Madam” of Tehran’s red-light district for her service to colonial powers.

In short, today’s cultural war and social challenges have become a battleground between authentic Iranian women and self-serving collaborators like Masih Alinejad and her supporters!

Yet, amid these cultural wars and ongoing challenges, the authentic Iranian woman continues to shine in scientific and technological fields as guardians of progress and the achievements of the Islamic Revolution. Women’s presence across scientific, social, and economic spheres demonstrates that the Islamic Revolution has actualized women’s immense potential, harnessing them as guardians of the nation’s scientific advancement.

Ayatollah Khamenei has emphasized: “Women’s progress in modern sciences is a sign of society’s maturity in realizing gender justice.” He further noted: “Women’s role in the Sacred Defense, from nursing to frontline participation, painted an unparalleled model of sacrifice.”

Today’s Challenges and Opportunities

Iranian women, despite their achievements, face challenges such as traditional attitudes toward holding managerial positions, feminist propaganda, and the cultural onslaught of hostile media. Nevertheless, new opportunities are also emerging: the presence of women in advanced scientific fields (such as nuclear technology) and increased political participation (such as in city and village councils) are evidence of their dynamism in preserving the values of the Islamic Revolution. Ayatollah Khamenei, emphasizing the strengthening of the Islamic-Iranian identity of women, has called for a balance between family and social responsibilities: Iranian women must excel in knowledge while preserving their Islamic identity as a precious gem.

The Iranian woman, in line with the Islamic Revolution, has traversed a challenging yet profoundly victorious path in both spiritual and material dimensions. On one hand, the revolution granted women an identity rooted in modesty, awareness, and resilience, and on the other hand, with their presence in all arenas, they have proven that they can walk alongside Islam and be pioneers of modernity.

Today, Iranian women, relying on the achievements of the past four decades, continue to stand at the forefront of realizing the ideals of the Islamic Revolution. As Ayatollah Khamenei has stated: “The Iranian woman of today is the flag-bearer of a new Islamic civilization—a civilization in which the dignity of women is at the heart of progress.” This challenging yet honorable and progressive path demonstrates that women have not only been companions of the revolution but also the guardians of its future against any vulnerabilities.

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CultureWomen Pioneers

The Revolution’s Impact on Women in Iranian Cinema

by خانم هاشمی

In the wake of the Islamic Revolution, perspectives on women underwent a fundamental shift. By the mid-1980s, women began to emerge as serious directors behind the camera.

The Pioneers of Female Filmmaking

  • Pouran Derakhshandeh became the first prominent female director after the revolution, with her films “The Relationship” (1986) and “The Little Bird of Happiness” (1987), the latter earning her the first Crystal Simorgh award for a female filmmaker.

  • Marzieh Boroumand created a timeless masterpiece in children’s cinema with “City of Mice.”

  • Rakhshan Banietemad received the first Crystal Simorgh for Best Director in 1991 for her film “Narges.”
The Revolution's Impact on Women
Narges: Rakhshan Banietemad

A Turning Point in Iranian Women’s Cinema

The 1980s marked a turning point in Iranian women’s cinema, culminating in Banietemad’s historic award in 1991. Films from the first generation of Iranian female directors in the 1980s often dealt with social themes, adopting a maternal stance rooted in the context of the Iran-Iraq War.

The 1990s: A Period of Stagnation for New Talent

The 1990s, unlike the previous decade, did not offer as many opportunities for new talents to emerge. However, the ratio of female to male filmmakers remained similar to the 1980s.

The Surge of Female Filmmakers in the 2000s

In the 2000s, the number of Iranian female filmmakers increased so significantly that they effectively outweighed their male counterparts. The 2000s also saw the establishment of the Parvin E’tesami Festival, which featured over 800 female filmmakers.

Record-Breaking Numbers of Female Filmmakers

According to statistics, the number of Iranian female filmmakers in the 30 years following the Islamic Revolution exceeded the total number of female filmmakers in the entire history of world cinema.

Women’s Impact in Other Cinematic Fields

This trend continued in the 2010s, with women also making significant strides in other areas of cinema, such as screenwriting, editing, and producing.

The Pre-Revolution Era and Changing Opportunities for Women

It’s worth noting that in the pre-revolution era, actresses like Sosan Taslimi, Fatemeh Motamed-Arya, and Golab Adineh were primarily cast for their physical attractiveness. In post-revolution cinema, women were given opportunities based on their artistic skills, not just their outward appearance.

Honoring Fatemeh Motamed-Arya and the 37th Fajr Film Festival

The 37th Fajr Film Festival, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, honored Fatemeh Motamed-Arya at its opening ceremony. The festival’s closing ceremony saw Narges Abyar‘s film “When the Moon Was Full” take home several awards.

The Revolution's Impact on Women
“When the Moon Was Full “

The Impact of the Revolution on Opportunities for Female Actresses

There is no doubt that if Iranian cinema had remained in its pre-revolution state, individuals like Motamed-Arya would never have had the opportunities to become the most decorated actress in the history of the Fajr Film Festival.

Women-Centric Themes in “When the Moon Was Full”

The closing ceremony of the Fajr Film Festival highlighted that “When the Moon Was Full,” despite its focus on security and social issues, is fundamentally a woman-centric film directed by a female filmmaker.

Narges Abyar’s Rising Influence in Iranian Cinema

Narges Abyar was introduced to Iranian cinema in 2012, along with a wave of young filmmakers presenting their debut works. Her film “Objects in Mirror Are Closer Than They Appear,” in addition to its social theme, was also a woman-centric film.

“Track 143” and the Grief of a Mother

“Track 143” dealt with the grief of a mother who spent years searching for her missing son, who was martyred in the war.

Abyar’s “Breath” and Reflection on Iran’s Revolutionary Past

Abyar’s film “Breath,” featuring a young girl, reviewed the pre-revolution era, the revolution itself, and the Iran-Iraq war. It was also selected as Iran’s representative for the Academy Awards.

The Historic Achievement of “When the Moon Was Full”

“When the Moon Was Full,” Abyar’s fourth film, won the awards for Best Director, Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, and several other major categories at the 37th Fajr Film Festival.

Breaking Gender Norms in Filmmaking

In “When the Moon Was Full,” it’s possible that in many other parts of the world, male directors would be prioritized for such a project with security dimensions and even action scenes. However, this opportunity has arisen for women in Iranian cinema, and for Motamed-Arya herself, during the same 40-year period that she says created obstacles for her.

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