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Despite Reformist President’s Election, Some Question How Much Iran Will Change
Masoud Pezeshkian promised more liberties, but “he made these promises in very vague terms,” says journalist Reza Sayah.
Reformist Pezeshkian Wins Iran’s Presidential Election — What Comes Next?
Pezeshkian's presidency could be an opening for progressive forces within Iran — and for the US to back away from war.
As Israel Refuses to End Genocide in Gaza, Threat of War With Hezbollah Looms
Experts examine Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s calculations and the politics of risking wider war.
Iranian Presidential Elections Head to Runoff With Reformist Narrowly Leading
The snap election had a turnout of around 40 percent — the lowest in Iran since the 1979 revolution.
Iran Braces for Uncertainty After President Raisi’s Death
Besides crushing dissent, the former leader did little of note. Could a new president be different?
What’s Next for Iran After President, Foreign Minister Die in Helicopter Crash?
Analyst Trita Parsi discusses the impact of the officials’ deaths on the future of Iran’s policies.
They Risked Their Lives for Freedom in Iran. Now They Fear Israel’s Bombs.
Having survived waves of domestic repression, protesters in Iran are now in the crosshairs of Israeli bombs.
Under UN Charter, Iran’s Attack Was a Legal Response to Israel’s Illegal Attack
Iran’s attack on Israel was lawful self-defense carried out in compliance with international humanitarian law.
Business Booms for Lockheed Martin as Risk of Regional War Grows
Following Iran’s strike, bankers are upgrading their stock in the company that’s played a role in Israel’s war on Gaza.
Cori Bush: Lawmakers’ Warmongering Against Iran Is “Blatantly Unconstitutional”
“We cannot let the warmongers win; our country and our world are calling for restraint,” said Rep. Cori Bush.