The satirical “My Uncle Napoleon” became a cultural touchstone that held up a mirror to his country, before the 1979 revolution sent the author into exile in Paris.
Author: Farnaz Fassihi
‘Health Defenders’ Jailed in Iran Wanted to Sue Supreme Leader Over Covid
Two lawyers and a civil rights activist who were outspoken about Iran’s chaotic response to the pandemic and delays in its vaccine rollout are on trial now, charged with threatening national security.
Iran Clamps Down on Protests Against Growing Water Shortages
The crackdown came after the protests spilled over to at least one other city and a major protest on Friday loomed. Weather experts say 97 percent of the country is dealing with water scarcity issues.
At Least 1 Dead After Quakes Strike Southern Iran
Two moderate temblors hit Hormozgan Province on Sunday afternoon, state TV reported.
Iran Wanted U.S. Out of Afghanistan. It May Be Sorry the Wish Came True.
Iran is glad the Americans are gone, but the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan creates a host of problems for Tehran, with no easy solutions.
Iran Plans to Abandon One of Its Homegrown Covid Shots
The defense ministry said there was too little demand for its Fakhravac vaccine to justify producing it, and blamed the health ministry for reneging on promised orders.
Iran Plans to Abandon One of Its Homegrown Covid Shots
The defense ministry said there was too little demand for its Fakhravac vaccine to justify producing it, and blamed the health ministry for reneging on promised orders.
Outlook for Iran’s Longest-Held Americans Echoes Broader Relationship: Dismal
A father and son have been held in Iran while three U.S. presidents occupied the White House. Now the father faces a dire medical emergency and his family is pleading for his release.
Life Under the Taliban? A Brother and Sister Tell Their Story.
A young man ventured out to explore the new world of Afghanistan. For his sister, it seemed safer to watch through the window.