A huge crowd gathered in Iran’s Tabriz to mourn President Ebrahim Raisi on May 21. Ebrahim Raisi died on May 20, a day after the helicopter he and his companions were travelling in crashed near Jolfa, a city on the border with Azerbaijan, some 600 kilometres northwest of the Iranian capital, Tehran. Iranian foreign minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian also died with Ebrashim Raisi in the helicopter crash. India has declared one-day national mourning on May 21 as a mark of respect for Ebrahim Raisi. Watch video for more.
21 May,2024 05:26 PM IST
In a major mishap, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed as his helicopter crashed on May 19 near Azerbaijan border. The tragic accident also claimed the lives of Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian and several other officials. The major tragedy occurred when Prez Raisi was returning from ceremony to open a dam on Iran’s border with Azerbaijan. While bad weather is being ruled as reason behind mishap, questions are also being raised about the US-manufactured copter. The copter that carried the Iranian President was US-manufactured Bell 212 model, Iranian state media reported. According to reports by experts, the few details available suggested it may be 40 to 50 years old. Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev raised questions on chopper’s maintenance amid US sanctions on Iran. Iran was a major purchaser of Bell, Agusta helicopters under the Shah, becoming Middle East's largest military helicopter power. As per FlightGlobal 2024 World Air Forces directory, Iran’s air force, navy have as many as 10 Bell 212 copters. Iran's current fleet includes an Italian-built naval version, Agusta Bell AB-212, according to IISS. Non-military organisations that fly Bell 212 include Japan's CG; law enforcement agencies, fire departments in US, Thailand's national police.
21 May,2024 04:27 PM IST
iranian president helicopter crash iran announces president mokhber as new interim president
Following the demise of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei announced VP Mohammad Mokhber as Interim President. In message, Ayatollah Khamenei said that Mokhber will take over the Executive based on Article 131 of the Iranian Constitution, reported Iran’s IRNA news agency. Ayatollah Khamenei also tasked Mokhber to prepare for elections and to choose a new President within 50 days at most. Like Raisi, Mohammad Mokhber is seen as close to Ali Khamenei, who became first Vice President in 2021 when Raisi was elected President. Watch video for more.
21 May,2024 02:04 PM IST
While emphasising the importance of the Chabahar Port agreement inked between New Delhi and Tehran, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar expressed gratitude to late Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Iranian Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian, the two leaders who died in a plane crash, for their interest and initiative with the project. The EAM was interacting with the first-time voters at Delhi Tamil Association School in the national capital on May 20. Watch video for more
21 May,2024 11:46 AM IST
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash in the Northwest of Iran, reported Press TV. Iranian FM Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, along with several other officials also lost their lives. East Azarbaijan Guv Malek Rahmati, East Azarbaijan Imam Md Ali Ale-Hashem were also found dead. As the world mourns the demise of Raisi, a US’ Florida Senator made shocking remarks regarding Iranian President. Calling Iran’s Prez a ‘murderous dictator’, Rick Scott, said the world will be a safer and better place if Raisi is found dead. Later, the Florida Senator said, “Ebrahim Raisi was not loved or respected & he will be missed by no one”. Notably, the crash site of the helicopter carrying President Raisi was found in the forested mountains on May 20. Drone footage shared by the Iranian state news agency IRNA showed the wreckage of President Raisi’s chopper. As per the Iranian Red Crescent, the entire cabin of the helicopter was significantly damaged and burned.
20 May,2024 05:06 PM IST
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi has been killed in a helicopter crash in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province. As per the reports by Iran state media, several senior Iranian officials were also killed alongside Raisi in the helicopter crash. Reportedly, the helicopter that was carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi made a rough landing on May 19. The aircraft had gone missing in the mountains of northwestern Iran. President Raisi was returning from a ceremony to open a dam on Iran’s border with Azerbaijan when his helicopter crashed. PM Narendra Modi and Foreign Minister S Jaishankar expressed their greef on the tragic incident that happened on May 20th. Watch video
20 May,2024 03:16 PM IST
In a tragic incident, Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian have been killed in a helicopter crash in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province. As per the reports by Iran state media, several senior Iranian officials were also killed alongside Raisi in the helicopter crash in the Dizmar forest, located between the cities of Varzaqan and Jolfa in East Azerbaijan province, The state media in Iran confirmed the deaths. Reportedly, the helicopter that was carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi made a rough landing on May 19. The aircraft had gone missing in the mountains of northwestern Iran. President Raisi was returning from a ceremony to open a dam on Iran’s border with Azerbaijan when his helicopter crashed. Ebrahim Raisi had been in Azerbaijan early on May 19 to inaugurate a dam with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev. The Interior Minister told Iran’s state TV that search and rescue teams were able to locate the helicopter but according to earlier reports from state media no sign of life was found among passengers and crew
20 May,2024 12:39 PM IST
A day after the US warned of “potential risk of sanctions” after India inked a 10-year agreement for running the Chabahar Port in Iran, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised that the project will benefit the entire region and people should not take a “narrow view” of it. He also pointed out that the US itself had appreciated the larger relevance of Chabahar in the past. The EAM was speaking at an interaction after the launch of the Bangla edition of his book ‘Why Bharat Matters’ in Kolkata. On being asked about the US’ remarks, Jaishankar said, “I did see some of the remarks which were made, but I think it’s a question of communicating, convincing and getting people to understand, that this is actually for everyone’s benefit. I don’t think people should take a narrow view of it.” “They (US) have not done so in the past. So, if you look at the US’ own attitude towards the port in Chabahar, the US has been appreciative of the fact that Chabahar has a larger relevance…we will work at it,” he added. Earlier on Tuesday, the United States warned that "anyone" considering business deals with Tehran needs to be aware of the "potential risk of sanctions." "I would just say...US sanctions on Iran remain in place and we will continue to enforce them,” the US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson, Vedant Patel said at the press briefing."
16 May,2024 02:35 PM IST
India on May 13 signed a historic Long-Term Bilateral Contract on Chabahar Port Operation in Iran for ten years. The 10-year long-term lease agreement strengthens bilateral ties between the two countries boosting trust among trading communities. The project came after PM Modi met with Iranian Prez Ebrahim Raisi in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in 2023. The two leaders discussed the pending long-term contract on Chabahar and gave clear political direction to finalise the deal. Now, the United States seems to be rattled by the India-Iran flagship deal amid conflict with Iran. Hours after India signed the agreement, the US warned “anyone” (India) of inviting “potential risk of sanctions”. US State Dept spox highlighted that the USA will let the Indian govt speak on its foreign policy goals. Chabahar Port is an India-Iran flagship project that serves as an important transit port for trade with Afghanistan, and Central Asian countries. India has been a key player in the development and operation of Chabahar Port in Iran.
14 May,2024 02:13 PM IST
Former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Modi passed away on May 13. The 72-year-old senior BJP leader passed away at AIIMS Hospital in Delhi. He was battling cancer for the last seven months. He was suffering from urinary bladder cancer metastasis. Modi was at the last stage of cancer. He announced his treatment last month and did not participate in the Lok Sabha Election Campaign. Sushil Kumar Modi who was born on 5th January 1952 was a lifelong member of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). His mortal remains will be brought to his residence in Patna and his last rites will be performed on 14th May. PM Modi expressed grief for the loss of his valuable colleague and friend through a post on X. Home Minister Amit Shah also condoled the demise of the BJP leader through a post on X. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also grieved the loss of Sushil Kumar Modi. BJP leader JP Nadda also extended his condolences.
14 May,2024 10:58 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
