Row over plan to build mosque in rare green space highlights divisions in increasingly polarised society
Participation fell after purge of leading pro-reform and moderate candidates
An artist’s death has raised questions about the dangers of the black market for liquor
Foreign ministers meet in Tehran in first visit by senior Saudi official for two decades
Tehran gallery Dastan is showing quiet but uncompromising works at Frieze New York
Fears religious groups are targeting girls to keep them out of school and to intimidate street protesters
Cheap but sophisticated weapons help Kremlin refocus on attacking cities and key infrastructure
President’s visit to Tehran campus come as protests sweep the capital and key bazaar shuts
Gatherings in university cities give new momentum to two weeks of unrest
Iran feels emboldened in Vienna nuclear talks but inflation is fuelling public discontent
Win by Ebrahim Raisi may be a Pyrrhic victory after boycott by restive voters
Having survived Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’, hardliners seek to ram home their political advantage over reformist rivals
Seizure of vessel viewed as escalation of spat between Tehran and Seoul over frozen money
Exclusive Basti Hills development has become symbol of corruption and perceived cronyism
Historical lessons echo as the US once again seeks to undermine Tehran
Increased activity at Fordow should be ‘a wake-up call’ for Europe, ambassador says
Foreign ministry focuses on ‘de-escalation and diplomatic efforts’ as tensions rise
Conviction of potential presidential candidate Mohammad Ali Najafi deals blow to reformists
Muted reaction among clerics stands in stark contrast to anger over 1990 deployment
Tehran’s recent moves risk pushing Europe to side with the US
President’s allies angry as hardliners emerge as heroes in small-screen drama
Tehran doubts trade initiative can offset impact of crippling US sanctions
Sanctions not the only factor constraining Lebanese militant group
Downfall of reformist politician shocks nation and fuels conspiracy theories
Calls grow for Washington and Tehran to set up hotline to prevent accidental conflict