Tehran signals defense preparedness as US weighs next steps
An Iranian army commander has said the country’s military remains fully prepared for any scenario as diplomatic uncertainty deepens between Iran and the US.
Domestic Politics
Pezeshkian’s dilemma: Stand his ground or step down?
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stands at a critical crossroads: should he continue pushing for his political vision despite mounting opposition, or bow to pressure and step down?
Iranian authorities crack down on Architecture Awards over hijab
Iranian authorities have initiated legal proceedings against organizers, hosts, and attendees of the Iranian Architecture and Interior Design Award ceremony after some women appeared without mandatory hijabs.
Russia not an impartial broker in US-Iran talks, ex-Moscow envoy says
Russia cannot be an impartial broker to US-Iran talks and would pursue its own interests, a former Iranian ambassador to Russia said on Friday after Moscow signaled readiness to mediate between the two foes.
IRGC commander: Persian New Year celebrations must align with Islamic values
As Iranians prepare to celebrate the ancient Persian New Year, which predates Islam, the IRGC commander in Ilam has announced that official Nowruz celebrations in the province will not be granted permits.
Three more Iranian ministers face possible impeachment, lawmaker says
Three Iranian ministers are facing potential impeachment proceedings, according to a member of Iran's parliament, who also dismissed the recent impeachment of the economy minister as politically motivated.
Iranians decry intensified Ramadan enforcement amid economic hardships
Iranians are voicing renewed criticism over the strict enforcement of Ramadan regulations—which ban public eating and drinking—reinforced by authorities’ threats of harsh punishment.
Living condition are bad in Iran, judiciary chief says
Iran's chief justice acknowledged the country's severe economic struggles and corruption in different levels of government.
Iran rejects talks under Trump's maximum pressure as political shake-up continues
Iran will not engage in negotiations under maximum pressure, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said in a press briefing, pushing back against interpretations that Tehran categorically refuses talks under sanctions.
Iranian ex-ministers sentenced in major trade corruption case
Two former Iranian ministers have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a major corruption case involving the tea company Debsh, according to Iran’s judiciary spokesperson.
Why did Pezeshkian reveal his disagreement with Khamenei on US talks?
Iran's president Masoud Pezeshkian’s hinted at disagreement with Ali Khamenei over US negotiations, in a sign of his apparent frustration with his role.
Zarif’s ouster triggers reactions across Iran’s political spectrum
The formal resignation of Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s Vice-President for Strategic Affairs has sparked sharp political reactions in Iran, with hardliners celebrating his exit and reformists warning of its broader implications.
Iran says Trump-Zelensky clash a ‘wake-up call’ on global ties
Iranian foreign ministry on Monday described US President Donald Trump’s Oval Office blowout with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as heralding the return of 19th century style colonialism.
Iran's vice-president Javad Zarif resigns, yet again
Mohammad Javad Zarif, the architect of Tehran's 2015 nuclear deal with world powers, resigned as Iran's vice-president, state media reported Sunday, a few days after the country's Supreme Leader voiced his opposition to holding talks with Washington.
Iranian lawmakers oust economy minister in no-confidence vote
Iran’s parliament impeached Economy Minister Abdolnaser Hemmati, bringing his tenure to an end after lawmakers blamed him for the country’s worsening economic crisis.
Iran hardliners cite Trump-Zelensky White House debacle to oppose talks
Iranian hardliners claim that Friday’s controversial meeting between the US and Ukrainian presidents validates Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s opposition to negotiations with the United States.
Why Khamenei’s clerics look for the crescent moon on Friday
Hundreds of Iranian clerics will scan the skies with binoculars on Friday evening, perched atop hills or aboard airplanes, with a single mission: to report the sighting of the crescent moon to the country's Supreme Leader.
Iran to raise diesel prices in politically sensitive move
The Iranian government will raise diesel prices starting next month, Iran International has learned, in a move which could stoke unrest as economic malaise mounts.
Pezeshkian’s government under fire for not supporting ethnic languages cause
Masoud Pezeshkian's government is facing criticism for failing to support a motion that would have allowed limited ethnic literature courses in secondary schools. The Parliament rejected the motion on Wednesday.
Why is the Russian foreign minister visiting Iran now?
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov’s visit to Tehran has sparked speculation in Iranian media about whether he is carrying a message from Washington or pushing Moscow’s own agenda at Iran’s expense.
Armed seminarians attacked protesters during 2022 uprising, Iranian cleric says
An Iranian cleric has accused a group of seminarians of wielding knives and machetes against protesters during the 2022 nationwide uprising, alleging they clashed with demonstrators before returning in bloodied clothes and changing into clerical robes.
Will Iran's ultra-hardliners make gains in upcoming local elections?
Ultra-hardliner Saeed Jalili and his allies—widely regarded as President Masoud Pezeshkian’s chief rivals—are maneuvering to expand their political influence through upcoming city and village council elections, according to Iranian media.