Iran’s leaders disqualified more than 7,000 candidates, including most moderates and centrists, paving the way for tougher domestic and foreign policies.
Author: Farnaz Fassihi
Anatomy of a Lie: How Iran Covered Up the Downing of an Airliner
For three days, Iranian military officials knew they had shot down a Ukrainian jetliner while the government issued false statements, denying any responsibility.
Iran Says It Unintentionally Shot Down Ukrainian Airliner
“The Islamic Republic of Iran deeply regrets this disastrous mistake,” President Hassan Rouhani said, as Iran reversed its claims that mechanical failure was to blame.
In Iran, Rejoicing Over Retaliation, then Relief at No U.S. Counterstrike
Many Iranians expressed support for the missile attack on American bases in Iraq, then spent a restless night waiting for a military response from Washington that never came.
Mourners Throng Iran’s Streets for Suleimani Funeral Marches
The killing of the revered Iranian general “really wounded and insulted the national pride,” one resident said.
Iranians Honor Dead Protesters, Amid Vows to Fight On
Defying a heavy government show of force, Iranians mourned fellow citizens killed during the unrest.
Iran’s ‘Iron Fist’: Rights Group Says More Than 100 Protesters Are Dead
As unrest rocked Iran for a fifth day, the government moved unsparingly to crush dissent.
Iran’s Leaders See Threats in Iraq and Lebanon Protests
Enormous antigovernment demonstrations in Iraq and Lebanon, some tinged with hostility toward Iran, have suddenly put Iran’s interests at risk.
Iran’s ‘Blue Girl’ Wanted to Watch a Soccer Match. She Died Pursuing Her Dream.
Women are banned from attending sports events in Iran, but one woman sneaked into a stadium to see her favorite soccer team play.
In Iran’s Hierarchy, Talks With Trump Are Now Seen as Inevitable
Iranian leaders have concluded that President Trump could win a second term and they will have to deal with him.