The theocratic government is repurposing folklore and patriotic anthems as it seeks to channel national outrage into increasing its support at home.
Tag: Khamenei, Ali
Khamenei Appears in Public for First Time Since Israel War Began
The long absence of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, from public life had fueled speculation about his health and threats to his life.
Ali Shamkhani, Top Iran Official, Survived Israeli Strike
Rear Adm. Ali Shamkhani was seen struggling to walk with a cane at a funeral procession this weekend for military commanders killed in the 12-day war.
After War With Israel and U.S., Iran Rests on a Knife Edge
The Islamic Republic limps on after the 12-day conflict. Where will the nation go from here?
After War With Israel and U.S., Iran Rests on a Knife Edge
The Islamic Republic limps on after the 12-day conflict. Where will the nation go from here?
After War With Israel and U.S., Iran Rests on a Knife Edge
The Islamic Republic limps on after the 12-day conflict. Where will the nation go from here?
Iran’s Foreign Minister Says Nuclear Facilities ‘Seriously Damaged’
The assessment came hours after the country’s supreme leader had downplayed the damage the U.S. strikes had caused.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei Makes First Public Comments in Almost a Week
In a video, the Iranian supreme leader downplays damage to the country’s nuclear program, after not being seen publicly for nearly a week.
Where Is Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not been seen publicly or heard from in nearly a week. That absence has surprised and unnerved everyone from political insiders to the general public.
Can Iran, Israel and the U.S. Now All Claim to Have Won?
Iran’s response to the attacks on its nuclear facilities killed no Americans, and analysts see a chance for a cease-fire, with each nation having a victory narrative.