Mahmoud Saremi facts for kids

Mahmoud Saremi (born around 1968 – died August 8, 1998) was a brave Iranian reporter. He worked for IRNA, which is a big news agency in Iran. Mahmoud Saremi was in charge of IRNA's office in Mazari Sharif, a city in Afghanistan. He sadly died while doing his job when the Taliban took over the Iranian consulate in Mazari Sharif. Eight Iranian diplomats also died during this event.

Who Was Mahmoud Saremi?

Mahmoud Saremi was born in a small village called Chahar Bareh. This village is close to Borujerd in Lorestān Province, Iran. He grew up to become a dedicated journalist, someone who gathers and shares news with the world.

A Dedicated Reporter

As a reporter, Mahmoud Saremi's job was to tell people what was happening. He worked for IRNA, which is like a news company that collects stories and sends them out to other news outlets. Being the head of the office in Mazari Sharif meant he was very important for reporting news from that area.

His Final Assignment

In 1998, a group called the Taliban took control of the city of Mazari Sharif. During this time, they entered the Iranian consulate. A consulate is like a small embassy where a country's representatives work in another country. Mahmoud Saremi was there, reporting on the events. Sadly, he was killed during this incident, along with eight Iranian diplomats. He died while trying to share important news with the world.

Remembering Mahmoud Saremi

Mahmoud Saremi is remembered as a hero in Iran. His dedication to reporting and his sacrifice are honored every year.

Reporter's Day in Iran

The date of Mahmoud Saremi's death, which is the 17th of Mordad in the Iranian calendar, is a very special day in Iran. It is called Reporter's Day. On this day, people remember and honor all reporters and journalists who work hard to bring us the news. It's a day to appreciate their important job.

A Street Named After Him

To further remember Mahmoud Saremi, a street in Tehran, the capital city of Iran, is named after him. This street is in an area called Ekbatan. Naming a street after him is another way to keep his memory alive and recognize his contributions.

See also

• Hassan Shemshadi
• Mohsen Khazaei