Iran is predominantly Shia Muslim, making up about 90 percent of the population, while Sunni Muslims and other Muslim sects account for roughly 9 percent. The remaining 1 percent includes roughly ...

The ancient Persian capital of Persepolis, in a vast and arid plain 40 miles from Shiraz in southern Iran, is the greatest ancient site between the Holy Land and India. This is a rare place that ...

Follow live updates as Iran retaliates after Israel strikes nuclear facilities. Stay informed with real-time news and ...

As Israeli airstrikes pounded Tehran this week—including a direct hit on Iran’s state television headquarters—residents in the capital described a city gripped by fear and confusion. In exclusive ...

The Syrian shrine of Sayedah Zainab drew Iran-backed militiamen from throughout the region. With Assad's fall, they've fled, raising questions about the future of the area — and of the axis.

“This would be a completely wrong move because Tehran really represents Iran,” said 28-year-old engineer Kamyar Babaei, a resident of the capital. “This city is a symbol of the historic ...

Thousands of residents of the Iranian capital Tehran are fleeing their homes and stockpiling essential supplies for fear that Israel's airstrike campaign against longtime foe Iran will escalate in the ...

Tehran is slowly returning to life and resuming its old rhythms, at least on the surface. Its infamous traffic is starting to ...

Iranian officials have expanded a ban on dog walking to a swathe of cities across the country, citing public order and health and safety concerns.