The New Arab Staff

Mohammad Khatibi

Khatibi

Mohammad Khatibi is a political analyst, journalist, and Middle East affairs specialist with extensive experience in Iran’s foreign policy, international relations, and geopolitical strategy

Amid empty bazaars and the constant threat of strikes, Iranians hold onto the rituals of Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr, refusing to let fear erase their holidays

20 March, 2026

A moment of collective pride for Iran has been overshadowed by the escalating US–Israel war and questions over the players’ safety

19 March, 2026