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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Iran's Mediation Offer To India, Pakistan With A 13th Century Poem - NDTV
  1. Iran's Mediation Offer To India, Pakistan With A 13th Century Poem  NDTV
  2. Pahalgam terror attack: Iran offers to mediate, Saudi Arabia dials Delhi, Islamabad as India-Pakistan tensions escalate  Times of India
  3. Saudi minister dials Delhi and Islamabad, Iran offers to mediate amid Indo-Pak tension  Hindustan Times


Explosion, fire hit Iran's Bandar Abbas port; several injured: Report - Hindustan TimesExplosion, fire hit Iran's Bandar Abbas port; several injured: Report  Hindustan Times

‘Massive’ explosion, fire strike Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas - Al Jazeera‘Massive’ explosion, fire strike Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas  Al Jazeera

A massive explosion and fire strikes the Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas, state media report - AP NewsA massive explosion and fire strikes the Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas, state media report  AP News

Iran, U.S. resume talks in Oman to narrow gaps over new nuclear deal - The HinduIran, U.S. resume talks in Oman to narrow gaps over new nuclear deal  The Hindu

US-Iran nuclear talks explained | Start Here - Al JazeeraUS-Iran nuclear talks explained | Start Here  Al Jazeera

Putin Extends Nuclear Help To Iran At A Time When Trump Is Coming To Terms With Nucelar Talks - Times of IndiaPutin Extends Nuclear Help To Iran At A Time When Trump Is Coming To Terms With Nucelar Talks  Times of India

US Seeks India Pact as Part of Strategy to Isolate Iran Over Nuclear Deal - Deccan HeraldUS Seeks India Pact as Part of Strategy to Isolate Iran Over Nuclear Deal  Deccan Herald

Iran to sign $4bn oilfields deal with Russia in bid to bolster ties - Al JazeeraIran to sign $4bn oilfields deal with Russia in bid to bolster ties  Al Jazeera

Russia Agrees to Begin Gas Deliveries to Iran This Year - The Moscow TimesRussia Agrees to Begin Gas Deliveries to Iran This Year  The Moscow Times

Iran-Israel War: Netanyahu Considered Bombing Iranian Nuclear Sites After October 2024 ‘Missile Rain’: Reports - EurAsian TimesIran-Israel War: Netanyahu Considered Bombing Iranian Nuclear Sites After October 2024 ‘Missile Rain’: Reports  EurAsian Times

Oil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions - ReutersOil posts weekly gain on trade deal hopes, new Iran sanctions  Reuters

Saudi Arabia’s defence minister visits Iran ahead of US talks - Financial TimesSaudi Arabia’s defence minister visits Iran ahead of US talks  Financial Times

U.S. and Iran say talks over Tehran's nuclear program make progress and set plans for more - CNBCU.S. and Iran say talks over Tehran's nuclear program make progress and set plans for more  CNBC

What is Iran's nuclear programme and what do the US and Israel want? - BBCWhat is Iran's nuclear programme and what do the US and Israel want?  BBC

Trump rebuffs Netanyahu and gambles on a deal with Iran - The EconomistTrump rebuffs Netanyahu and gambles on a deal with Iran  The Economist

Why the next round of Iran-US nuclear talks may be tougher - CNNWhy the next round of Iran-US nuclear talks may be tougher  CNN

In talking with Tehran, Trump is reversing course on Iran – could a new nuclear deal be next? - The ConversationIn talking with Tehran, Trump is reversing course on Iran – could a new nuclear deal be next?  The Conversation

Iran offers to play mediator between India, Pak as ties nosedive after J&K attack - India TodayIran offers to play mediator between India, Pak as ties nosedive after J&K attack  India Today

Iran, US to resume talks in Oman to narrow gaps over new nuclear deal - ReutersIran, US to resume talks in Oman to narrow gaps over new nuclear deal  Reuters

Iran-US Talks Resume in Oman to Bridge Gaps Over New Nuclear Deal - Deccan HeraldIran-US Talks Resume in Oman to Bridge Gaps Over New Nuclear Deal  Deccan Herald

What’s at Stake in the Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks - The New York TimesWhat’s at Stake in the Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks  The New York Times

Blast reported at Iran's Bandar Abbas port, cause unclear – local media - ????? ??????????Blast reported at Iran's Bandar Abbas port, cause unclear – local media  ????? ??????????

Trump’s transactional instincts could help forge a new Iran nuclear deal | Mohamad Bazzi - The GuardianTrump’s transactional instincts could help forge a new Iran nuclear deal | Mohamad Bazzi  The Guardian

Bomb Iran or meet the Ayatollah: Trump toys with disparate options ahead of nuclear talks - Middle East EyeBomb Iran or meet the Ayatollah: Trump toys with disparate options ahead of nuclear talks  Middle East Eye

Trump: Israel won’t drag us into war with Iran, but we’ll lead the pack if no deal made - The Times of IsraelTrump: Israel won’t drag us into war with Iran, but we’ll lead the pack if no deal made  The Times of Israel

Negotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran's nuclear program return to secluded Oman - AP NewsNegotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran's nuclear program return to secluded Oman  AP News

Iran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks - ReutersIran sees missile programme as main sticking point in US talks  Reuters

What to expect as Iran and US head for more nuclear talks in Oman - Al JazeeraWhat to expect as Iran and US head for more nuclear talks in Oman  Al Jazeera

The US, Iran and the bomb - Al JazeeraThe US, Iran and the bomb  Al Jazeera

‘Our foremost priority’: Iran offers to mediate between India, Pakistan - The Indian Express‘Our foremost priority’: Iran offers to mediate between India, Pakistan  The Indian Express

Iran signals willingness to hold nuclear talks with Europeans - Al JazeeraIran signals willingness to hold nuclear talks with Europeans  Al Jazeera

Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman in Moscow - Al JazeeraPutin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman in Moscow  Al Jazeera

Iran and US to resume high-stakes nuclear talks on Saturday in Oman - Euronews.comIran and US to resume high-stakes nuclear talks on Saturday in Oman  Euronews.com

Major Explosion Shuts Down Iran’s Vital Shahid Rajaee Port - kurdistan24.netMajor Explosion Shuts Down Iran’s Vital Shahid Rajaee Port  kurdistan24.net

Iran, US to hold new round of high-level nuclear talks - The New ArabIran, US to hold new round of high-level nuclear talks  The New Arab

Trump open to meeting Iran's leaders, sees chance of deal, he tells Time magazine - ReutersTrump open to meeting Iran's leaders, sees chance of deal, he tells Time magazine  Reuters

Iran offers to mediate, Saudi urges restraint as India-Pakistan tensions rise after Pahalgam attack - DaijiworldIran offers to mediate, Saudi urges restraint as India-Pakistan tensions rise after Pahalgam attack  Daijiworld

Israel said to fear US moving fast toward ‘bad deal’ that won’t block Iran from nukes - The Times of IsraelIsrael said to fear US moving fast toward ‘bad deal’ that won’t block Iran from nukes  The Times of Israel

US, Iran Resume Nuclear Program Talks Amid Signs of Progress - BloombergUS, Iran Resume Nuclear Program Talks Amid Signs of Progress  Bloomberg

Iranian elite grows supportive of nuclear talks as economic fears spike - The Washington PostIranian elite grows supportive of nuclear talks as economic fears spike  The Washington Post

As Iran fortifies nuke sites, US says it can have civilian nuclear program if no enrichment - The Times of IsraelAs Iran fortifies nuke sites, US says it can have civilian nuclear program if no enrichment  The Times of Israel

Read the Full Transcript of Trump’s ‘100 Days’ Interview - Time MagazineRead the Full Transcript of Trump’s ‘100 Days’ Interview  Time Magazine

Explosion reported at a port in Iran's Bandar Abbas - Tasnim - The Jerusalem PostExplosion reported at a port in Iran's Bandar Abbas - Tasnim  The Jerusalem Post

Marco Rubio says US may accept civilian nuclear programme in Iran - Financial TimesMarco Rubio says US may accept civilian nuclear programme in Iran  Financial Times

Iran offers to mediate between India, Pakistan as ties strain after Pahalgam attack - Hindustan TimesIran offers to mediate between India, Pakistan as ties strain after Pahalgam attack  Hindustan Times

How Iran’s government has weaponized sexual violence against women who dare to resist - The ConversationHow Iran’s government has weaponized sexual violence against women who dare to resist  The Conversation

Ukraine, Gaza and Iran: can Witkoff secure any wins for Trump? - The GuardianUkraine, Gaza and Iran: can Witkoff secure any wins for Trump?  The Guardian

Iran Update, April 24, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarIran Update, April 24, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Iran and the US prepare for expert talks in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program - AP NewsIran and the US prepare for expert talks in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program  AP News

‘Foremost Priority…’: Iran Offers To Mediate Between India And Pakistan Amid Rising Tensions- News18 - News18‘Foremost Priority…’: Iran Offers To Mediate Between India And Pakistan Amid Rising Tensions- News18  News18

China, Russia and Iran jointly discuss Iran's nuclear programme with IAEA, reports Xinhua - ReutersChina, Russia and Iran jointly discuss Iran's nuclear programme with IAEA, reports Xinhua  Reuters

Iran rejects demand from US to rely on imported uranium - The GuardianIran rejects demand from US to rely on imported uranium  The Guardian

US envoy to hold third meeting with Iran over nuclear deal - France 24US envoy to hold third meeting with Iran over nuclear deal  France 24

Iran, Russia agree on 55 bcm of gas supplies, nuclear plant funding - ReutersIran, Russia agree on 55 bcm of gas supplies, nuclear plant funding  Reuters

India to fast-track Chabahar port works in Iran - MintIndia to fast-track Chabahar port works in Iran  Mint

Third round of Iran-US nuclear talks starts in Oman: Iranian state television - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Third round of Iran-US nuclear talks starts in Oman: Iranian state television  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

Iran, France signal readiness for nuclear talks amid US negotiations - ReutersIran, France signal readiness for nuclear talks amid US negotiations  Reuters

Negotiations between Iran, US over Tehran’s nuclear program set to return to Oman - The Times of IsraelNegotiations between Iran, US over Tehran’s nuclear program set to return to Oman  The Times of Israel

China backs Iran's nuclear talks with US, opposes 'illegal' sanctions - ReutersChina backs Iran's nuclear talks with US, opposes 'illegal' sanctions  Reuters

Trump Open to Meeting Iran’s Leaders but Threatens Military Action if Talks Fail - The New York TimesTrump Open to Meeting Iran’s Leaders but Threatens Military Action if Talks Fail  The New York Times

Iran’s exiled ‘crown prince’ calls for mass labor strikes to topple regime - politico.euIran’s exiled ‘crown prince’ calls for mass labor strikes to topple regime  politico.eu

Live - Blast reported at Iran's Bandar Abbas port, cause unclear – local media - ????? ??????????Live - Blast reported at Iran's Bandar Abbas port, cause unclear – local media  ????? ??????????

Congratulations to Paraguay for Confronting Iran and its Proxies - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Congratulations to Paraguay for Confronting Iran and its Proxies  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Moscow may gain key role in Iran nuclear deal as US talks progress - The GuardianMoscow may gain key role in Iran nuclear deal as US talks progress  The Guardian

Massive explosion in South Iranian port - Euronews.comMassive explosion in South Iranian port  Euronews.com

Dutch spy agency accuses Iran of 'assassination attempt' - Hindustan TimesDutch spy agency accuses Iran of 'assassination attempt'  Hindustan Times

Trump says Israel would be ‘leader’ of Iran strike if Tehran doesn’t give up nuclear weapons program - The HinduTrump says Israel would be ‘leader’ of Iran strike if Tehran doesn’t give up nuclear weapons program  The Hindu

Iran, US hold new round of high-stakes nuclear talks - AL-MonitorIran, US hold new round of high-stakes nuclear talks  AL-Monitor

Trump: Israel won’t drag us into war with Iran, but we’ll lead the pack if no deal made - The Times of IsraelTrump: Israel won’t drag us into war with Iran, but we’ll lead the pack if no deal made  The Times of Israel

Iran-U.S. Nuclear Talks Resume in Oman Amid Deep Divisions Over Missiles, Enrichment - kurdistan24.netIran-U.S. Nuclear Talks Resume in Oman Amid Deep Divisions Over Missiles, Enrichment  kurdistan24.net

Iran’s top diplomat in China to discuss nuclear talks with US - The Times of IsraelIran’s top diplomat in China to discuss nuclear talks with US  The Times of Israel

Iran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says - ReutersIran, US to hold expert-level talks on Saturday, not Wednesday, Tehran says  Reuters

US names lead for technical talks with Iran, Politico reports - ReutersUS names lead for technical talks with Iran, Politico reports  Reuters

UN watchdog asks Iran to clarify tunnels but upbeat on deal - France 24UN watchdog asks Iran to clarify tunnels but upbeat on deal  France 24

Scoop: Iran raised possible interim nuclear deal with U.S., sources say - AxiosScoop: Iran raised possible interim nuclear deal with U.S., sources say  Axios

Russia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman - ReutersRussia's Putin discusses US-Iran nuclear talks with leader of Oman  Reuters

Iran offers mediation as India-Pakistan tensions escalate - PressTVIran offers mediation as India-Pakistan tensions escalate  PressTV

Third round of indirect Iran-US talks mediated by Oman kick off in Muscat - PressTVThird round of indirect Iran-US talks mediated by Oman kick off in Muscat  PressTV

Trump wants Iran deal but will be "leading the pack" for war without one - AxiosTrump wants Iran deal but will be "leading the pack" for war without one  Axios

Iran to brief China as it accuses Israel of ‘undermining’ US nuclear talks - Al JazeeraIran to brief China as it accuses Israel of ‘undermining’ US nuclear talks  Al Jazeera

Trump says effort for Iran nuclear deal going well - ReutersTrump says effort for Iran nuclear deal going well  Reuters

'Our Foremost Priority': Iran Offers To Mediate Between India And Pakistan Amid Standoff Over Pahalgam Terror Attack - Republic World'Our Foremost Priority': Iran Offers To Mediate Between India And Pakistan Amid Standoff Over Pahalgam Terror Attack  Republic World

U.S. and Iran to Hold Third Round of Nuclear Talks in Oman - HaaretzU.S. and Iran to Hold Third Round of Nuclear Talks in Oman  Haaretz

Iran fortifying buried nuclear sites as talks with US continue, report says - ReutersIran fortifying buried nuclear sites as talks with US continue, report says  Reuters

Iran offers help in restoring India-Pakistan relations after Pahalgam terror attack - The TribuneIran offers help in restoring India-Pakistan relations after Pahalgam terror attack  The Tribune

Trump may get a nuclear deal — on Iran’s terms - politico.euTrump may get a nuclear deal — on Iran’s terms  politico.eu

Iran and the US begin expert talks in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program - El Paso Inc.Iran and the US begin expert talks in Oman over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program  El Paso Inc.

Iran can't enrich uranium, could only import it for civilian program, Rubio says - ReutersIran can't enrich uranium, could only import it for civilian program, Rubio says  Reuters

Third round of Iran-US talks live updates - Mehr News AgencyThird round of Iran-US talks live updates  Mehr News Agency

7 years after pulling out, why is Donald Trump re-engaging Iran on nuclear deal, and what does Israel wan - Times of India7 years after pulling out, why is Donald Trump re-engaging Iran on nuclear deal, and what does Israel wan  Times of India

US-Iran nuclear talks in Oman updates: Iran, U.S. ‘indirect’ talks conclude in Oman - The HinduUS-Iran nuclear talks in Oman updates: Iran, U.S. ‘indirect’ talks conclude in Oman  The Hindu

Iran, US to resume talks in Oman to narrow gaps over new nuclear deal - The Jerusalem PostIran, US to resume talks in Oman to narrow gaps over new nuclear deal  The Jerusalem Post

Iran says new US energy sanctions show 'lack of goodwill' in Iran-US talks - ReutersIran says new US energy sanctions show 'lack of goodwill' in Iran-US talks  Reuters

Russia and Iran Deepen Energy Cooperation - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comRussia and Iran Deepen Energy Cooperation  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Progress in Iran–US Talks as Seen from Iran - Stimson CenterProgress in Iran–US Talks as Seen from Iran  Stimson Center

U.S. negotiating position on Iran in flux as talks continue - The Washington PostU.S. negotiating position on Iran in flux as talks continue  The Washington Post

Missiles: Iran's Response to Donald Trump's "Bombing" Threat - NDTVMissiles: Iran's Response to Donald Trump's "Bombing" Threat  NDTV

New Security Perimeter Around Mt. Kolang Gaz La Secret Nuclear Tunnel Complexes - Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS)New Security Perimeter Around Mt. Kolang Gaz La Secret Nuclear Tunnel Complexes  Institute for Science and International Security (ISIS)

'Will have no choice': Iran warns it may have to acquire nuclear weapons if attacked - Times of India'Will have no choice': Iran warns it may have to acquire nuclear weapons if attacked  Times of India

Iran’s minister attends Pope Francis’ funeral under heavy US security presence - ????? ??????????Iran’s minister attends Pope Francis’ funeral under heavy US security presence  ????? ??????????

Why Donald Trump's 'maximum pressure' tactic against Iran is a worry for India - Times of IndiaWhy Donald Trump's 'maximum pressure' tactic against Iran is a worry for India  Times of India

Russia to Fund New Nuclear Power Plant in Iran as Bilateral Ties Deepen Amid US Talks - Algemeiner.comRussia to Fund New Nuclear Power Plant in Iran as Bilateral Ties Deepen Amid US Talks  Algemeiner.com

Rubio says Iran must give up nuclear enrichment in any deal with the US - AP NewsRubio says Iran must give up nuclear enrichment in any deal with the US  AP News

With Iran, No Action Might Be the Best Approach - Foreign PolicyWith Iran, No Action Might Be the Best Approach  Foreign Policy

Iran Update, April 23, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarIran Update, April 23, 2025  Institute for the Study of War