Iran

Country Iran
Capital Tehran
Continent Asia
Currency Rial(IRR)
Languages Persian, Azerbaijani, Kurdish, Lurish, Gilaki, Balochi, Mazandarani, Arabic, Turkmen, Armenian & Georgian

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Known as Persia until 1935, Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979 after the ruling monarchy was overthrown and Shah Mohammad Reza PAHLAVI was forced into exile. Conservative clerical forces established a theocratic system of government with ultimate political authority vested in a learned religious scholar referred to commonly as the Supreme Leader who, according to the constitution, is accountable only to the Assembly of Experts - a popularly elected 86-member body of clerics. US-Iranian relations have been strained since a group of Iranian students seized the US Embassy in Tehran on 4 November 1979 and held it until 20 January 1981. During 1980-88, Iran fought a bloody, indecisive war with Iraq that eventually expanded into the Persian Gulf and led to clashes between US Navy and Iranian military forces between 1987 and 1988. Iran has been designated a state sponsor of terrorism for its activities in Lebanon and elsewhere in the world and remains subject to US, UN, and EU economic sanctions and export controls because of its continued involvement in terrorism and its nuclear weapons ambitions. Following the election of reformer Hojjat ol-Eslam Mohammad KHATAMI as president in 1997 and a reformist Majles (legislature) in 2000, a campaign to foster political reform in response to popular dissatisfaction was initiated. The movement floundered as conservative politicians, through the control of unelected institutions, prevented reform measures from being enacted and increased repressive measures. Starting with nationwide municipal elections in 2003 and continuing through Majles elections in 2004, conservatives reestablished control over Iran's elected government institutions, which culminated with the August 2005 inauguration of hardliner Mahmud AHMADI-NEJAD as president. His controversial reelection in June 2009 sparked nationwide protests over allegations of electoral fraud. The UN Security Council has passed a number of resolutions (1696 in July 2006, 1737 in December 2006, 1747 in March 2007, 1803 in March 2008, and 1835 in September 2008) calling for Iran to suspend its uranium enrichment and reprocessing activities and comply with its IAEA obligations and responsibilities. Resolutions 1737, 1477, and 1803 subject a number of Iranian individuals and entities involved in Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs to sanctions. Additionally, several Iranian entities are subject to US sanctions under Executive Order 13382 designations for proliferation activities and EO 13224 designations for support of terrorism.

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UN Nuclear Watchdog Urges Implementation Of New Deal With Iran - NDTV
  1. UN Nuclear Watchdog Urges Implementation Of New Deal With Iran  NDTV
  2. Iran pushes for IAEA resolution as top council backs nuclear inspections  Al Jazeera
  3. Iran Warns of Chaos If Countries Block Censure of US, Israel  Bloomberg.com


Qatar To Unleash Missiles On Israel With Iran's Help? MP Tells Arab Emir To 'Request IRGC Shield' - The Times of IndiaQatar To Unleash Missiles On Israel With Iran's Help? MP Tells Arab Emir To 'Request IRGC Shield'  The Times of India

Pakistan, Iran launch new push to hit $10 billion trade, target customs, banking hurdles - Arab NewsPakistan, Iran launch new push to hit $10 billion trade, target customs, banking hurdles  Arab News

Israel will face more rounds of fighting against Iran, warns Defense Ministry director - The Times of IsraelIsrael will face more rounds of fighting against Iran, warns Defense Ministry director  The Times of Israel

Iran wants Qatar to Boot-out U.S Troops | Offers IRGC Troops, Ballistic Missiles against Israel - OneindiaIran wants Qatar to Boot-out U.S Troops | Offers IRGC Troops, Ballistic Missiles against Israel  Oneindia

Tehran hosts maiden India, Iran, Uzbekistan trilateral - The Economic TimesTehran hosts maiden India, Iran, Uzbekistan trilateral  The Economic Times

Iran push back for first win at Men’s Volleyball World Championship - Volleyball WorldIran push back for first win at Men’s Volleyball World Championship  Volleyball World

Rubio tells Israel: U.S. Will maintain 'maximum pressure' on Iran after nuclear strikes - WIONRubio tells Israel: U.S. Will maintain 'maximum pressure' on Iran after nuclear strikes  WION

Israel links crypto wallets that received $1.5 billion to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard - EllipticIsrael links crypto wallets that received $1.5 billion to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard  Elliptic

US Sanctions Sudan Minister Over Iran Ties | Firstpost Africa - FirstpostUS Sanctions Sudan Minister Over Iran Ties | Firstpost Africa  Firstpost

Iran on the verge of a nervous breakdown - Marmar Kabir - Orient XXIIran on the verge of a nervous breakdown - Marmar Kabir  Orient XXI

Iran: Impunity Reigns 3 Years After Crackdown on Protests - Human Rights WatchIran: Impunity Reigns 3 Years After Crackdown on Protests  Human Rights Watch

Iran considers nuclear inspection access, urges action against Israel - Al JazeeraIran considers nuclear inspection access, urges action against Israel  Al Jazeera

IAEA chief urges Iran to allow inspection of nuclear sites - newsarenaindia.comIAEA chief urges Iran to allow inspection of nuclear sites  newsarenaindia.com

Iran's uranium-enrichment programme must be dismantled, US's Wright says - ReutersIran's uranium-enrichment programme must be dismantled, US's Wright says  Reuters

The Stories That Shed Light on Power in Iran - New Lines MagazineThe Stories That Shed Light on Power in Iran  New Lines Magazine

Iran hardliners reject IAEA deal, but IRGC outlet voices support - ????? ??????????Iran hardliners reject IAEA deal, but IRGC outlet voices support  ????? ??????????

US Demands Full Dismantling of Iran’s Nuclear Enrichment Program - Modern DiplomacyUS Demands Full Dismantling of Iran’s Nuclear Enrichment Program  Modern Diplomacy

Israel To Attack Saudi Arabia, Turkey Next? Iran Issues Huge Warning - The Times of IndiaIsrael To Attack Saudi Arabia, Turkey Next? Iran Issues Huge Warning  The Times of India

Iran wins two more medals at 2025 World Wrestling Championships - Tehran TimesIran wins two more medals at 2025 World Wrestling Championships  Tehran Times

At rare Doha summit, Iran hopes words will turn into action against Israel - Amwaj.mediaAt rare Doha summit, Iran hopes words will turn into action against Israel  Amwaj.media

Iran unveils "Aria" combat robot with AI-driven features - IntelliNewsIran unveils "Aria" combat robot with AI-driven features  IntelliNews

Israeli student found guilty of spying for Iran: What to know - AL-MonitorIsraeli student found guilty of spying for Iran: What to know  AL-Monitor

Iran rejects Arab-Islamic summit’s call for two-state solution - ????? ??????????Iran rejects Arab-Islamic summit’s call for two-state solution  ????? ??????????

Israel’s attack on Qatar sparks call for Islamic NATO; Egypt, Iran, Iraq show support - dynamitenews.comIsrael’s attack on Qatar sparks call for Islamic NATO; Egypt, Iran, Iraq show support  dynamitenews.com

Iran beat Tunisia at 2025 Volleyball World Championship - Tehran TimesIran beat Tunisia at 2025 Volleyball World Championship  Tehran Times

Iran shielding officials from accountability 3 years after protests – HRW - ????? ??????????Iran shielding officials from accountability 3 years after protests – HRW  ????? ??????????

How Protest Musicians Became Icons -- And Targets -- In Iran's Women, Life, Freedom Movement - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyHow Protest Musicians Became Icons -- And Targets -- In Iran's Women, Life, Freedom Movement  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Iran, allies submit draft IAEA resolution to ban attacks on nuclear sites - ????? ??????????Iran, allies submit draft IAEA resolution to ban attacks on nuclear sites  ????? ??????????

History Today: How Mahsa Amini’s death triggered historic protest by Iranian women - FirstpostHistory Today: How Mahsa Amini’s death triggered historic protest by Iranian women  Firstpost

Time is now for Iran to act on inspections agreement, IAEA chief says - ????? ??????????Time is now for Iran to act on inspections agreement, IAEA chief says  ????? ??????????

Iran warns war with Israel could resume at any time - The HinduIran warns war with Israel could resume at any time  The Hindu

Mossad knows location of Iran’s near-bomb-grade uranium - Jerusalem Post - ????? ??????????Mossad knows location of Iran’s near-bomb-grade uranium - Jerusalem Post  ????? ??????????

UN nuclear watchdog urges swift implementation of new deal with Iran - madhyamamonline.comUN nuclear watchdog urges swift implementation of new deal with Iran  madhyamamonline.com

'Iran’s weapons-grade uranium is buried deep', says an official; Mossad deploys dozens of female agents for ' - India.Com'Iran’s weapons-grade uranium is buried deep', says an official; Mossad deploys dozens of female agents for '  India.Com

‘A historic moment’: Leaked transcripts reveal secret deliberations at start of Iran war - The Times of Israel‘A historic moment’: Leaked transcripts reveal secret deliberations at start of Iran war  The Times of Israel

‘There will be more rounds with Iran’ - JNS.org‘There will be more rounds with Iran’  JNS.org

Qatar is a more dangerous threat to Israel than Iran - The Times of IsraelQatar is a more dangerous threat to Israel than Iran  The Times of Israel

Iranian absence amid French-Saudi push for two-state solution at UN - Amwaj.mediaIranian absence amid French-Saudi push for two-state solution at UN  Amwaj.media

Visa promise turns trap: Delhi man kidnapped, tortured in Iran; freed after kin pay Rs 20L ransom - The Times of IndiaVisa promise turns trap: Delhi man kidnapped, tortured in Iran; freed after kin pay Rs 20L ransom  The Times of India

Iran’s IOEC: Challenges and achievements (Report) - IranOilGasIran’s IOEC: Challenges and achievements (Report)  IranOilGas

Doha summit: Iran president warns no country safe from Israeli aggression - ???????? ??? ?????? ???Doha summit: Iran president warns no country safe from Israeli aggression  ???????? ??? ?????? ???

Iran says US talks depend on Washington’s will, not mediators - ????? ??????????Iran says US talks depend on Washington’s will, not mediators  ????? ??????????

Iran clarifies stance after joint Doha statement, rejects ‘two-state’ solution to Palestinian issue - PressTVIran clarifies stance after joint Doha statement, rejects ‘two-state’ solution to Palestinian issue  PressTV

Europe’s Takeaway from the Israel-Iran War: Offense Is Still the Best Defense - Geopolitical MonitorEurope’s Takeaway from the Israel-Iran War: Offense Is Still the Best Defense  Geopolitical Monitor

Iran rejects recognition of Israel, opposes summit references to two-state solution - Shafaq News - ??? ????Iran rejects recognition of Israel, opposes summit references to two-state solution - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Families demand international action on Mahsa Amini death anniversary - ????? ??????????Families demand international action on Mahsa Amini death anniversary  ????? ??????????

Iran arrests eight suspected of spying for Israel’s Mossad in 12-day war - Al JazeeraIran arrests eight suspected of spying for Israel’s Mossad in 12-day war  Al Jazeera

Israel orders seizure of 137 Iran-linked wallets holding $1.5B USDT - CryptopolitanIsrael orders seizure of 137 Iran-linked wallets holding $1.5B USDT  Cryptopolitan

Iran to push resolution banning attacks on nuclear sites at IAEA meeting - Tribune IndiaIran to push resolution banning attacks on nuclear sites at IAEA meeting  Tribune India

Iran’s Troubles Are About to Get Worse - Time MagazineIran’s Troubles Are About to Get Worse  Time Magazine

Iran's nuclear chief Md Eslami declares no military action can deter Tehran's atomic program - UNITED NEWS OF INDIAIran's nuclear chief Md Eslami declares no military action can deter Tehran's atomic program  UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Iran: 15 Prisoners Executed on September 14 and 15, 2025 - National Council of Resistance of Iran - NCRIIran: 15 Prisoners Executed on September 14 and 15, 2025  National Council of Resistance of Iran - NCRI

How triggering snapback sanctions may deepen Iran nuclear crisis - Al JazeeraHow triggering snapback sanctions may deepen Iran nuclear crisis  Al Jazeera

Proposed resolution by Iran several other countries at the IAEA General Conference - Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Foreign AffairsProposed resolution by Iran several other countries at the IAEA General Conference  Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Mahsa Jina Amini's Legacy and the Women the Islamic Republic of Iran Fears Most - World Organisation Against Torture | OMCTMahsa Jina Amini's Legacy and the Women the Islamic Republic of Iran Fears Most  World Organisation Against Torture | OMCT

Grossi, again? Iran’s new IAEA deal reeks of JCPOA 2.0 - thecradle.coGrossi, again? Iran’s new IAEA deal reeks of JCPOA 2.0  thecradle.co

Beyond the headlines: Iran’s tactical respite, precision not fear - Tehran TimesBeyond the headlines: Iran’s tactical respite, precision not fear  Tehran Times

UN nuclear watchdog calls for implementation of new deal with Iran to 'restore confidence' - trtworld.comUN nuclear watchdog calls for implementation of new deal with Iran to 'restore confidence'  trtworld.com

Mossad women operated in Iran during 12-Day War - The Jerusalem PostMossad women operated in Iran during 12-Day War  The Jerusalem Post

Australia denies Iran action due to ‘intervention’ by Israel’s Netanyahu - Al JazeeraAustralia denies Iran action due to ‘intervention’ by Israel’s Netanyahu  Al Jazeera

Iran Bolsters Hezbollah’s Presence in Lebanon with Strategic Support - Alma Research and Education CenterIran Bolsters Hezbollah’s Presence in Lebanon with Strategic Support  Alma Research and Education Center

Haredi yeshiva student convicted of carrying out tasks for Iranian agent - The Times of IsraelHaredi yeshiva student convicted of carrying out tasks for Iranian agent  The Times of Israel

Iran nuclear: UK, France and Germany move to reimpose UN sanctions - BBCIran nuclear: UK, France and Germany move to reimpose UN sanctions  BBC

Iran handed tough draw at 2025 FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup - Tehran TimesIran handed tough draw at 2025 FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup  Tehran Times

Iran's three-front challenge in Asia begins - Tehran TimesIran's three-front challenge in Asia begins  Tehran Times

US vows to keep pressuring Iran on anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death - ????? ??????????US vows to keep pressuring Iran on anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death  ????? ??????????

Israel links crypto wallets, $1.5B to Iran's Revolutionary Guard - upi.comIsrael links crypto wallets, $1.5B to Iran's Revolutionary Guard  upi.com

Iran says return of IAEA inspectors is not resumption of full cooperation - Al JazeeraIran says return of IAEA inspectors is not resumption of full cooperation  Al Jazeera

Iranian victims of Israeli-imposed war demand justice at UN Human Rights Council - Tehran TimesIranian victims of Israeli-imposed war demand justice at UN Human Rights Council  Tehran Times

Subsea power cable added offshore Iran, at the Nowruz field - Offshore MagazineSubsea power cable added offshore Iran, at the Nowruz field  Offshore Magazine

Israel announces seizure of $1.5M from crypto wallets tied to Iran - TechCrunchIsrael announces seizure of $1.5M from crypto wallets tied to Iran  TechCrunch

Mahsa Amini: 3 years on, will Iran face fresh protests? - dw.comMahsa Amini: 3 years on, will Iran face fresh protests?  dw.com

Iran Deploys Security Forces in Mahsa Amini's Hometown on Death Anniversary - IranWireIran Deploys Security Forces in Mahsa Amini's Hometown on Death Anniversary  IranWire

Iran Warns Sanctions Would Derail Ties With UN Atomic Watchdog - Bloomberg.comIran Warns Sanctions Would Derail Ties With UN Atomic Watchdog  Bloomberg.com

One killed, three injured in shooting at gold mine in western Iran - ????? ??????????One killed, three injured in shooting at gold mine in western Iran  ????? ??????????

Helicopters Patrol Iranian City on Mahsa Amini Anniversary - IranWireHelicopters Patrol Iranian City on Mahsa Amini Anniversary  IranWire

UN watchdog: Iran expanded stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium before Israeli attack - The Times of IsraelUN watchdog: Iran expanded stockpile of near weapons-grade uranium before Israeli attack  The Times of Israel

Iran Regime’s Permanent Limbo Fuels Social Erosion - irannewsupdate.comIran Regime’s Permanent Limbo Fuels Social Erosion  irannewsupdate.com

Iran's national freestyle wrestling team becomes world champion after 12 years - PressTVIran's national freestyle wrestling team becomes world champion after 12 years  PressTV

Iran News in Brief – September 16, 2025 - National Council of Resistance of Iran - NCRIIran News in Brief – September 16, 2025  National Council of Resistance of Iran - NCRI

22nd Iran-Pakistan joint economic commission kicks off in Tehran - PressTV22nd Iran-Pakistan joint economic commission kicks off in Tehran  PressTV

The Countdown to Prevent Another Iranian Nuclear Crisis Just Began - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceThe Countdown to Prevent Another Iranian Nuclear Crisis Just Began  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

US presses Iran to end uranium enrichment - The Jerusalem PostUS presses Iran to end uranium enrichment  The Jerusalem Post

Iran down Maldives at 2025 Asian U17 Handball Championship - Tehran TimesIran down Maldives at 2025 Asian U17 Handball Championship  Tehran Times

Live - Mahsa Amini anniversary marked by calls for justice, global support for Iranians - ????? ??????????Live - Mahsa Amini anniversary marked by calls for justice, global support for Iranians  ????? ??????????

News | Iran’s Defense Minister: The world is struggling to establish a new order; Maduro: Rubio is a master of death - Pars TodayNews | Iran’s Defense Minister: The world is struggling to establish a new order; Maduro: Rubio is a master of death  Pars Today

Families of protest victims threatened on Mahsa Amini death anniversary - ????? ??????????Families of protest victims threatened on Mahsa Amini death anniversary  ????? ??????????

Iran nuclear industry cannot be destroyed by strikes, atomic chief tells IAEA - ????? ??????????Iran nuclear industry cannot be destroyed by strikes, atomic chief tells IAEA  ????? ??????????

Inside Operation Midnight Hammer: B-2 commander reveals how US pulled off surprise strikes on Iran - Fox NewsInside Operation Midnight Hammer: B-2 commander reveals how US pulled off surprise strikes on Iran  Fox News

Iran Crowned World Wrestling Champion - WANA News AgencyIran Crowned World Wrestling Champion  WANA News Agency

Iran Leads Coalition to Uphold NPT with Draft Resolution at IAEA Conference - kurdistan24.netIran Leads Coalition to Uphold NPT with Draft Resolution at IAEA Conference  kurdistan24.net

State Department honors Mahsa Zhina Amini 3 years after death in Iran - upi.comState Department honors Mahsa Zhina Amini 3 years after death in Iran  upi.com

AEOI chief: Israeli-US strikes on Iran nuclear facilities eroded IAEA Safeguards - PressTVAEOI chief: Israeli-US strikes on Iran nuclear facilities eroded IAEA Safeguards  PressTV

Iranian President: The Zionist regime has unintentionally awakened the collective will of the Islamic Ummah - Pars TodayIranian President: The Zionist regime has unintentionally awakened the collective will of the Islamic Ummah  Pars Today

Iran Calls for Islamic NATO - NewsweekIran Calls for Islamic NATO  Newsweek

Houthis, short of Iranian missiles, ramp up drone strikes on Israel - ????? ??????????Houthis, short of Iranian missiles, ramp up drone strikes on Israel  ????? ??????????

Iran Update, September 15, 2025 - Critical ThreatsIran Update, September 15, 2025  Critical Threats