Salam. I’m currently in the US and wanting to fly back home. I’m not finding any airline that flies to Iran. I understand there’s conflict between the countries, but has anyone had family or friends or someone they know that has been able to come back to Iran recently from kharej? I checked everything and everywhere. Qatar, Emirates, China Air, Air India, Turkish Airlines, etc. I see that flights to surrounding countries in the Middle East are available, but nothing to Iran. I can fly from California to Turkey, to Dubai, to Doha, Pakistan, to Saudi Arabia, etc., however, no flights to Iran. Some airlines do not even list Iran as an option to select flights for. The only airline that shows it flies into Iran is Turkish Airlines which only shows flights for end of September and beginning of October, however, when I spoke to them (airline) on the phone , they informed me those are not guaranteed flights and can be canceled. Why even have those flights then? I don’t know. But I need to return home. Does anyone know how I can come? I even looked at coming by way of trains. The only route available is Van Turkey to Iran which runs Mondays and Thursdays. There’s an airport in Van Turkey, but they don’t fly into Iran. But I don’t know the language and would have to fly to Istanbul, wait 14 hours, then fly to Van airport, then I am scared to have to leave there and get a taxi and be taken to the railway station and buy a train ticket and board the train, hoping it’s within the correct day and time. I don’t know Turkish and scared of traveling by myself and getting into a cab. I don’t know what to do. Please, if you have any information let me know. And please don’t tell me not to come, that it’s better where I am, that it’s grim in Iran. I just need help getting home. Please.

My adoptive father used to have Video Tapes sent over from Iran that featured Caltex Records Music Videos and there is one song i can remember that was English in the first half and then farsi in the last half. The song is called 'Chera rafti chara' and its by Homayoun Shajarian but it was sung by a female performer. I have tried to find the version but haven't had any luck.

Here are the lyrics i remember;

" When i think of all the memories we shared together, I'm surrounded and i feel emptiness, I'm surrounded by your soul, wherever i go, ill be thinking of you every day, wishing you never went away...why did you have to go it was too soon, why did danger call your name did it have to take you away, your somewhere high above, i wish the sky was filled with joy and love i have a special place here right in my heart though were apart surrounded by your soul, wherever you are up in heaven chera rafti chera, bo barum nemishe....."

please any help would be much appreciated.

My father was an Azerbaijani from Iran, so I grew up hearing both Azerbaijani and Persian around me. Azerbaijani was much more present as my first family language, though, and unfortunately I never properly learned Persian. My father passed away a decade ago, so the last time I heard the languages was when I was a teenager.

I would now really like to change that.

One of my main motivations is that I want to visit Iran in the future and actually be able to communicate with people there instead of relying on English. I also feel like learning Persian properly would help me reconnect more with that side of my background.

My goal is not just to memorize a few tourist phrases. I would like to be able to speak Persian comfortably, understand everyday conversations, and also learn how to read and write.

Speaking and reading are the most important to me, especially being able to read signs, menus, messages, social media posts and eventually normal texts without constantly translating everything.

I’m basically looking for the best way to approach Persian as someone who has heard the language before and is somewhat familiar with how it sounds, but never really learned it systematically.

What would you recommend in terms of books, apps, YouTube channels, podcasts, tutors or structured courses?

I’d also be interested in advice on how to learn spoken everyday Persian alongside written Persian, since I know there can be quite a difference between the way people actually speak and the more formal written language.

If you were starting from my position and had enough time to study consistently, how would you structure it?

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

I’ve been working on a browser version of Hokm and I've finally got it online.

You can play against bots, find other players through online matchmaking, or create a private room and play with friends.

I tried to keep it close to the traditional four-player version of Hokm, with two teams, a Hâkem choosing the trump suit, and the usual trick-taking rules.

It's completely free and runs in the browser — nothing to download.

I'd especially appreciate feedback from people who already play Hokm. If anything about the rules, gameplay or interface feels wrong or could be improved, let me know.

Classic Hokm: classichokm.com

I am an Iranian living outside of Iran, and I want to import a brand new Toyota car from the UAE to Iran for a family member who lives in Iran.

Is this legally possible, and if so, can you please explain the process of importing and registering an imported car in Iran? Are there any agencies that do all the paperwork for you?

Thanks.

I made a calendar converter called Almaniac and thought some people here might get a kick out of it.
It lets you pick any date and see it in the Persian calendar alongside Gregorian, Julian, Islamic, Hebrew, Ethiopian, Coptic and a bunch of others.

I’ve always found it interesting how differently cultures have solved the same basic problem of keeping track of time, so I ended up going pretty far down the rabbit hole and built 20 different calendars into it.

The Persian calendar in particular was really interesting to implement, especially compared with the Gregorian calendar most of us are used to.
It’s free on iOS and Android if anyone wants to mess around with it. I’ll include the links and a few screenshots.

iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/almaniac-a-calendar-converter/id6799304256

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.engelsma.almaniac&hl=en_US

Hi everyone,

I’m based in London and currently building a small pantry brand with Persian roots.

I’m looking to connect with reliable suppliers, producers, exporters, or anyone with experience sourcing food ingredients (spices) from Iran and importing them into the UK.

I’m still in the early stages, so at the moment I’m mainly looking for contacts, advice, or introductions to people who understand the process and may be able to help.

If the right relationship is found, this could also become a good long-term business opportunity, as I’d ideally be looking for consistent repeat ordering once the brand is up and running.

If you’re based in Iran, work in food supply/export, or know someone reliable who does, I’d really appreciate a message.

Merci

سوال‌برام‌پیش اومده ، با ۵۰ میلیون حقوق ماهانه میشه پنج‌نفره زندگی کرد ؟ خودم ایران زندگی نمیکنم بخواطر همین‌احتیاج دارم یکی برام دقیق توضیح بده لطفا

خونواده ۵ نفره ، اجاره نشین با ۵۰ تومن به چه مشکلاتی میخوره و زندگی کلا چطوریه

To my brothers and sisters in Iran. I am an Irish revert. I am Shia. I need to go to Iran as soon as possible. Can someone help me? Please, if possible, send me a private message. I can pay for the journey but I need to find a safe passage to your land. Thank you so much.

There is this Persian song that I used to listen to almost 15-16 years ago. It’s a slow, romantic song by a male singer.

Not sure if they are accurate but these are some of the lyrics I could remember.

بی قراره، دلم بی قراره دنیام بی تو سیاه و تاره

هر ثانیه از عشق تو گذشته می‌ارزه یک عمره عشق مرده

خاک زیر پات شده تربتم لاله‌زاره، دنیام لاله‌زاره

Does anyone recognize this song or know the singer? I’ve been trying to find it for a long time but I couldn’t.

Buying giftcards or sending money

I was looking into these websites where they offer gift card or voucher. The amount for 5 million tomans is 50-60 dollars. Is it fair price. Do you have better suggestions. Thank you.

Hi everyone! I’m planning to visit Iran in January and spend around 10-14 days in Shiraz.

I’ve already done some research on the main tourist attractions, but since I’ll have quite a lot of time, I’d really like to experience Shiraz beyond the usual tourist sights. I’m interested in local food, markets, neighborhoods, everyday life and simply getting a better feel for the city.

For those who live in Shiraz or have visited recently, what would you recommend doing with this amount of time? Are there places, restaurants, neighborhoods or experiences that you would especially recommend?

I’d also love to meet some local people during my stay and experience Shiraz from a local perspective rather than only as a tourist. What would be the best way to do that?

Any advice from locals or travelers who know Shiraz well would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

We will be moving to Tehran. I am wondering what life is like for an expat right now. We will go to Tehran for my husbands work as a diplomat. Can anyone tell me what life is like right now in Tehran?