The killing of Hamas’s political leader in Tehran was a humiliating security failure for the Iranian government.
Tag: Khamenei, Ali
Iran’s Leader Orders Attack on Israel for Haniyeh Killing, Officials Say
Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, ordered retaliation after a humiliating security failure, as Iran once again balances showing strength against the risk of escalation.
Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s New President, Raises Hope for a Diplomatic Opening
Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist, wants warmer relations with the West, with the goal of ending sanctions. But his powers are strictly limited.
Hopes for a Diplomatic Opening Rise Under Iran’s New President
Masoud Pezeshkian, a reformist, wants warmer relations with the West, with the goal of ending sanctions. But his powers are strictly limited.
4 Takeaways From Iran’s Presidential Runoff
The victory of the reformist candidate, Masoud Pezeshkian, is expected to bring change, but to what extent is still an open question.
Masoud Pezeshkian Wins Iran’s Presidential Election
Masoud Pezeshkian, a cardiac surgeon and relative moderate in the ruling establishment, defeated an ultraconservative former nuclear negotiator in a runoff.
Iran Voters Face Stark Choice in Competitive Presidential Runoff
For the first time in years, the outcome is difficult to predict, and could be decided by how many people end their boycotts and participate in the vote.
Iranians Say Elections Bring Little Change, So Why Vote?
In Tehran, many Iranians said they didn’t see the point in voting in Friday’s first-round presidential election since all the candidates had been vetted by the government.
Iran Set to Hold Vote to Pick a President
Whoever is chosen will have to cope with a cratering economy, regional strife and deep divisions and discord at home.
Iran Set to Hold Vote to Pick a President
Whoever is chosen will have to cope with a cratering economy, regional strife and deep divisions and discord at home.