The Hard-Line Military Fraternity Running Iran

21 May 2026 at 14:08

By: Neil MacFarquhar

Decision making in the country is guided by a small group of men associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps.

A billboard in Tehran showing the three supreme leaders, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomenei, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and his son, Mojtaba Khamenei.

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Iran Has Been Consistent in War. Will It Be Consistent in Peace Talks?
11 April 2026 at 04:01

Iran Has Been Consistent in War. Will It Be Consistent in Peace Talks?

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11 April 2026 at 04:01

By: Neil MacFarquhar

While President Trump’s war aims have changed by the moment, Iran has stuck to firm demands. The question is whether it will compromise in peace negotiations.

Pro-government demonstrators burning the American and Israeli flags on Wednesday in Tehran after a cease-fire was announced.

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With Iran, Trump and Netanyahu are Doing the Free World a Favor
1 March 2026 at 19:22

With Iran, Trump and Netanyahu are Doing the Free World a Favor

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1 March 2026 at 19:22

By: Bret Stephens

American hearts should be moved by moments like this, when free nations band together to administer justice and supply hope.

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Maps: Where the U.S.-Led Strikes Hit Iran and Tehran’s Retaliation
1 March 2026 at 18:50

Maps: Where the U.S.-Led Strikes Hit Iran and Tehran’s Retaliation

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1 March 2026 at 18:50

By: Lazaro Gamio， Samuel Granados， Josh Holder， Blacki Migliozzi， Pablo Robles， Helmuth Rosales， Elena Shao， Daniel Wood， Karen Yourish， Ashley Cai， Malachy Browne and Malika Khurana

Maps show where U.S. and Israel have struck Iran, and where Iran has retaliated.

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The C.I.A. Helped Pinpoint a Gathering of Iranian Leaders. Then Israel Struck.
1 March 2026 at 15:49

The C.I.A. Helped Pinpoint a Gathering of Iranian Leaders. Then Israel Struck.

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1 March 2026 at 15:49

By: Julian E. Barnes， Ronen Bergman， Eric Schmitt and Tyler Pager

The killing of Iran’s supreme leader and other top Iranian officials came after close intelligence sharing between the United States and Israel, according to people familiar with the operation.

A satellite image shows black smoke rising and heavy damage at the compound of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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A Tyrant Falls. Dangerous Uncertainty Begins.
1 March 2026 at 11:00

A Tyrant Falls. Dangerous Uncertainty Begins.

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1 March 2026 at 11:00

By: The Editorial Board

No one should mourn Ayatollah Khamenei, but Trump is creating the opportunity for chaos and violence with his campaign against Iran.

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Iran Convulsed in Second Night of Nationwide Protests
10 January 2026 at 07:24

Iran Convulsed in Second Night of Nationwide Protests

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10 January 2026 at 07:24

By: Farnaz Fassihi

Large marches against the government occurred despite an internet blackout and threats of a severe crackdown.

Demonstrators marched in Tehran in an image taken from a social media post that was shared on Thursday.

What to Know About the Protests in Iran

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9 January 2026 at 12:11

By: Abdi Latif Dahir and Leily Nikounazar

Galloping inflation, a currency crisis and anger at the regime have fueled demonstrations across the country.

A photograph released by Iranian state media showing shops in Tehran on Dec. 30 that were closed after protests.

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Khamenei Appears in Public for First Time Since Israel War Began
5 July 2025 at 22:36

Khamenei Appears in Public for First Time Since Israel War Began

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5 July 2025 at 22:36

By: Farnaz Fassihi

The long absence of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, from public life had fueled speculation about his health and threats to his life.

A photograph released by Iran’s state media on Saturday showing Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

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Where Is Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?
26 June 2025 at 01:09

Where Is Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?

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26 June 2025 at 01:09

By: Farnaz Fassihi

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has not been seen publicly or heard from in nearly a week. That absence has surprised and unnerved everyone from political insiders to the general public.

Officials have said Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been sheltering at a bunker and refraining from electronic communication to prevent assassination attempts against him.