Asia Iran The upcoming opening of Tehran’s new Saint Mary Metro station has sparked both celebration and controversy: hailed by some as a gesture of interfaith harmony and dismissed by others as a hollow publicity stunt to polish Iran’s image abroad
Asia Iran According to local press, hardline lawmakers in Iran have turned targeted four ministers in President Masoud Pezeshkian’s cabinet for to impeachment in what critics say is a move to stall the government rather than to offer alternatives
Asia Iran The National Polo Team, ranked among the world’s top six, was barred from competing in the Polo World Cup finals in Virgina, USA after American authorities refused to issue visas
Asia Iran Temporary marriage, a practice accepted by Shi'ite establishment as a way to prevent illicit relationships, is seeing a renewed debate as even devout families often disapprove, associating the practice with prostitution and social shame
Asia Iran Since the 12-day war with Israel in June, Iranian athletes have been performing military-style salutes to the flag at international competitions and face conflicting pressures: the state demands public displays of loyalty, opponents expect defiance