By bnm Tehran bureau The Islamic Republic of Iran is confronting a demographic shift of startling velocity, one which even the government has struggled to predict with any clarity. The pace at which its population is ageing has doubled in recent years,

Iranian protest musicians became powerful voices of the “Women, Life, Freedom” movement, inspiring crowds and facing severe repression. Their anthems united protesters, showing why authorities now see music as a major threat.

Unseen Iran Artist Grants will provide emerging and established artists from the greater Iranian diaspora communities with funding, mentorship and a platform for their works across film, theater and beyond. By Chris Gardner Arian Moayed’s Waterwell has ...

Three years after Mahsa Amini’s death, Iran’s political system is economically bankrupt and increasingly alienated from its people.

Sanctions have destroyed the Iranian middle class – the very driver of stability and moderation.

Iran’s authorities have failed to conduct effective, impartial, and independent investigations into serious human rights violations and crimes under international law during and since the 2022 Woman,

The United Nations reimposed sanctions on Iran early Sunday over its nuclear program, further squeezing the Islamic Republic as its people increasingly find themselves unable to afford food.