Expectations of political change in Iran are voiced so frequently, especially among diaspora circles, that even without concrete developments inside the country, transition scenarios are already debated. This shows how political and intellectual discussions outside Iran often run on a different timeline from the realities within. Among the figures most often mentioned in these debates is the exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi. When Iran’s last shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, left

In Türkiye, there is a common belief among some groups that there are 40 million Turks in Iran, all eagerly striving for independence....

Iran has always been a country with a dynamic agenda. Throughout the first half of 2024, events kept Iran constantly in the global...

How Did the Accident Happen? Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the accompanying state officials met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and other officials on May 19, 2024, for the inauguration of the Red Castle and Khudaferin dams located at the Azerbaijan-Iran border. Unlike recent events, the discussions took place in a very warm atmosphere, with friendly messages exchanged between the parties. After the meeting and the inauguration, President Raisi and his delegatio

The reformists are entering the March 1st elections amidst significant disillusionment and ensuing debates. The Reformist Front announced...

Although overshadowed by issues such as the war in Ukraine, the Karabakh issue, attacks on military bases, and the agreement with Saudi...

Introduction The long-standing dispute between Iran and Afghanistan concerning the use of the Hirmand (Helmand) River, a problem that has...

Iranian officials have been making statement after statement about the water crisis as summer approaches. As is well known, Iran is...