Contrary to claims of weakness, Iran remains a formidable actor with robust defense capabilities and significant geopolitical ...

An expansive essay on the history of Iran through the first great global age, illustrating periods of economic and political might and as well as periods of weakness and disjunction. Through centuries ...

With the end of the final US-led coalition force in Iraq, the Iranians may feel they have a golden opportunity. But ...

This confrontation between tan Iranian empire and the western adversary has recurred repeatedly in Iranian history. Mesopotamia has sometimes been the domain of the enemy, as in the early Islamic ...

the nations' troubled history makes many Iranians suspicious about Russia. Kremlin efforts to balance courting Tehran while staying friendly with Israel adds to the uneasiness. There are signs of ...

President-elect Trump has expressed support for a negotiated solution with Iran on all outstanding issues, while Iranian ...

Welcome to the Iranian History Initiative at LSE. The Iranian History Initiative (IHI) was established in 2024 to promote the study of modern Iranian history at LSE. The IHI brings together faculty ...

When it comes to Iran, many Americans understandably ask, “Why should we care?” After decades of strained relations, it’s a fair question. But understanding why supporting Iran’s people is essential ...

Iran is "pressing the gas pedal" on its enrichment of uranium to near weapons grade, U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael ...

Envision Israel and the United States reopening their embassies in Tehran. Imagine the destructive ideology of Khomeinism and ...

Iranian leaders give strong political support ... Despite the official rhetoric, the nations' troubled history makes many Iranians suspicious about Russia. Kremlin efforts to balance courting ...