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Latest information and news about Tehran and Iran in English.
Tehran Metro Map 2026: Lines, Stations, Hours and Fares
The complete English guide to the Tehran Metro in 2026: the official map, every station on all seven lines, opening hours, fares, interchanges, toilets…
Tochal Ski Resort Set to Reopen Early Next Week as Snow Arrives
Tochal ski resort above Tehran expects to reopen early next week once snow depth reaches 60cm and the Tehran Province Ski Board signs off…
2026 FIFA World Cup: Full Fixture Schedule in Iran Standard Time (IRST)
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Canada and Mexico. For supporters watching from Iran,…
Iranian Photographer Wins Top Global Aerial Award
Iranian photographer Ali Azar has won the top aerial photography prize at the 11th 35Awards — despite internet shutdowns that made submitting his files…
Iran Explained: 40 Days After Iran’s Deadliest Crackdown – A Guide for Foreigners
Marking 40 days since Iran’s bloodiest crackdown, this explainer unpacks the uprising’s roots, key players like Reza Pahlavi, and the risk of regional war…
What Those New Green and Blue License Plates Mean for Tehran’s Roads
Hello Iran’s foreign community! Not sure how many of you are still here, but anyway. Here is the latest information on vehicle registration plates…
Iran Formally Approves Motorcycle Licenses for Women
In a significant shift in domestic policy, the Iranian Cabinet has formally approved a resolution to begin issuing motorcycle driving licenses to women. The…
Tehran Diplomatic Update: Recent Embassy Reopenings & Current Status (Feb 2026)
Last Updated: February 3, 2026 Following a period of intense diplomatic volatility in January 2026, the status of foreign missions in Tehran has begun…
Travel Advisories for Iran: Country-by-Country Updates (January 2026)
With recent nationwide protests escalating and reports of violence, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns, many governments have heightened their travel warnings for Iran. This…
Tehran among top 10 most polluted cities in the world
It’s happening again. Smog is back and at terrible levels in the Iranian capital, Tehran. Air quality reaches hazardous levels repeatedly during the winter…
