Iran hit by nationwide internet blackout as protesters respond to Reza Pahlavi’s call | World News

Iran was hit by a communication blackout on Thursday night as internet access and telephone lines were cut amid the rising anger against the civilian government and Supreme Leader, Ayatollah…

Iran Nobel laureate taken to hospital after ‘violent arrest’

Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi was taken to hospital after being beaten when she was arrested last week, her family says. The 53-year-old human rights activist told them…

Iran takes a U-turn from decision to boycott FIFA World Cup draw, will now send representatives

“Amir Ghalenoei, head coach of Iran’s national team, will participate in the World Cup draw ceremony as the technical representative of the national football team with one or two other…

Iran hangs a man it accuses of spying for Israel as Tehran continues wave of executions | World News

Iran identified the executed man as Bahman Choobiasl, whose case wasn’t immediately known in Iranian media reports or to activists monitoring the death penalty. (Representational image) Iran said Monday it…