Tehran's theocracy is escalating its response to a growing trend of openly defying mandatory headscarf rule; some say rulers may be overreaching, risking a renewed wave of protests

In his new book 'Fear and Insecurity,' Jonathan Leslie says Israeli politicians are blowing Iranian nuclear aspirations out of proportion - and they're doing it for the votes

With Iranians' anger at the ayatollahs again erupting into protests, the international community has a chance to atone for its failure 13 years ago - and every interest in doing so

The confidence vote on the strictly conservative lineup -- all 19 of them men -- will allow the new president to begin leaving his mark

Hardliner Ebrahim Raisi, widely expected to win June 18 race, addresses thousands of supporters in crowded stadium amid rising infection count and scorching temperatures

As Tehran faces unprecedented crises -- including COVID-19, the economy and frequent explosions -- it is hamstrung by a battle between reformists and conservatives, expert says

Yasser Rafsanjani says regime elements 'outside the parliament' preventing change in government, after latest vote sees record-low turnout, surge for hardliners

No figures released on turnout as voters grapple with mass disqualification of moderate candidates, coronavirus fears; initial results expected on Saturday

Participation in Friday's general election necessary to combat enemies' 'propaganda,' Khamenei tells Iranians in televised address

World champion Sagi Muki posts photo with Iranian judoka Saeid Mollaei at Paris Grand Slam, hopes he will visit Israel