Iran

Smoke rises after a reported Israeli strike on a building used by Islamic Republic of Iran News Network, part of Iran's state TV broadcaster, on June 16, 2025 in Tehran, Iran. Over recent days, Iran has been hit by a series of Israeli airstrikes targeting military and nuclear sites, as well as top military officials, prompting Iran to launch a counterattack. © Stringer/Getty Images

Exodus From Tehran

Local man describes shock of bombardment and chaos as residents attempted to flee the capital.

27 Jun 25

Nikol Pashinyan, prime minster of Armenia and Hassan Rouhani, the president of Iran. © Armenia PM office

Iran's Balancing Act on Karabakh

Tehran has a complex game to play as it struggles not to take sides.

12 Oct 20

The Grand Bazaar in Tehran: the end of sanctions brings hope for economic growth. (Photo: Regina Jegorova-Askerova/IWPR Georgia)

South Caucasus Hopeful for Closer Ties with Iran

The Islamic Republic's re-entry into international markets may inject new life into the region’s economy.

15 Feb 16

Armenia's Power Deals with Iran, Russia

Extra capacity to export electricity to Iran will not make Armenia an independent player in energy markets.

15 Sep 15

Armenian president Serzh Sargsyan (right) with Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. (Photo: Armenian president’s website)

Armenia Could Reap Rewards From Iran Agreement

Yerevan may benefit from increased trade and new export routes.

27 Apr 15

Georgian foreign minister Maia Panjikidze. (Photo: Georgian foreign ministry)

Georgia: US Didn't Force Tougher Visa Rules for Iran

Minister insists decision made internally, not connected with American concerns about Tbilisi as haven for Iranian sanctions-busters.

10 Jul 13

Armenia: Anger at Land Deal With Iran

Justice minister says local authorities don’t have right to lease farmland to neighbouring state.

23 Jun 13

Abkhazia's Railway Offers Vital Trade Link

Despite clear benefits, reopening the route would be fraught with problems.

17 Jun 13

Existential Fears in Afghanistan

Local experts say unchecked pressure from neighbours could fracture the state.

5 Feb 13

Talking Intifada in Tehran

Even as they stage pro-Palestinian event, Iranian leaders seem to have lost sense of direction on what to do next.

7 Oct 11

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