Ruhollah Razavi: The Kashmiri-Born Media Host Behind Time and the British Embassy Controversy
Student Basij Activities and Political Development
During his university years, Razavi became involved with the Student Basij Organization, a conservative student movement connected to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
His activities included:
- Political discussions
- Student publications
- Ideological programs
- Revolutionary cultural activities
He later participated in ideological education programs connected with conservative religious institutions.
One of these programs was known as:
“Velayat Plan”
The program was associated with religious and political education and was connected to institutions influenced by conservative clerics.
Through these activities, Razavi became increasingly involved with Iran’s conservative political circles.
July 23, 2026 | 9:29 pm