The Role of the Persian Gulf in the Spread of Islam
Exploring the strategic, cultural, and historical significance of the Persian Gulf in the Islamic world 🌍 Introduction The Persian Gulf, a vital waterway in the Middle East, has played a […]
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Understanding the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
Introduction: What is the INSTC Corridor? The International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) is a 7,200-kilometer-long (4,500-mile) multi-modal transport network connecting India, Iran, Russia, Central Asia, and Europe through ship, rail, […]
Abu Reyhan Biruni: The Iranian/Persian Genius Who Discovered Heliocentrism 500 Years Before Copernicus
Abu Reyhan Biruni (973–1048), one of the greatest Iranian polymaths, made groundbreaking discoveries in astronomy, geography, and physics that were centuries ahead of their time. 600 years before Galileo, he […]
Copernicus Stole His Ideas from an Iranian/Persian Scientist? The Overlooked Influence of Nasir al-Din al-Tusi
New Evidence Proves Copernicus Directly Copied Iranian Astronomical Models Nicolaus Copernicus (1473–1543) is widely credited as the father of heliocentrism, the revolutionary idea that the Earth orbits the Sun. His […]
The First Navy Fleet of an Empire in History: The Achaemenid Persian Fleet
 Achaemenid Empire of Persia (550–330 BCE), founded by Cyrus the Great, was one of the earliest and largest empires in history. While Persia was known for its vast land conquests, […]
Iran Navy Conducted Military Drill Simulating Attack on Aircraft Carriers in Persian Gulf
In a bold display of military preparedness, Iran has conducted high-profile military exercises in the Persian Gulf, simulating attacks on mock U.S. Navy aircraft carriers. These drills, organized by the […]
Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Threats: A Historical Playbook Amid Renewed U.S.-Iran Tensions
Iran’s strategic control over the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most critical oil chokepoint—has long been a cornerstone of its geopolitical influence. In 2025, as tensions with the U.S. escalate following […]
US and Iranian Militaries’ Growing Focus on the Persian Gulf
The Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz remain one of the most volatile and strategically significant regions in the world, with tensions between the United States and Iran continuing […]
Can Iran Block the Strait of Hormuz? Implications for International Transport, Economy, and Trade
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Oman Sea, is one of the most strategically important chokepoints in the world. Approximately 21 million barrels […]
Iran’s Natural Heritage: Rich Ecosystems and Endangered Wildlife of the Persian Gulf Region
Wildlife of Iran is diverse due to the contrast of Iran’s natural environment. The difference and diversity of the habitats in Iran is one of the advantages of Iran’s environment; from […]