Iran's Ahmadinejad Weighs in on Trump-LeBron James Spat
'In my opinion everyone especially a President should love all, and not differentiate between them,' former Iranian president tweeted
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Ahmadinejad Disqualified, Rohani Approved for Running in Iran's Presidential Election
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the former president, shocked the country by registering, although Ayatollah Khamenei previously urged him to not run
Trump's Strikes in Syria No Threat to 'Powerful' Iran, Former President Ahmadinejad Says
Trump's administration announced it was putting Iran 'on notice', but Ahmadinejad says U.S. 'cannot hurt Iran' in first interview since announcing surprise presidential run
Iran's Ahmadinejad Sends Letter to Trump, Strikes Somewhat Conciliatory Tone
It isn't the first dispatch sent by the former Iranian president, who can count Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama among his pen pals.
Fidel Castro, 1926-2016: Death of the Last Revolutionary
Cuba’s longtime president will be remembered as the man who stood up to the United States in the 1960s, even if it nearly triggered World War III.
Iran's Khamenei Urges Election Transparency Amid Poll Fraud Allegations
Iranian supreme leader warns against any foreign funding and interference leading up to the May 2017 election.
Bowing to Khamenei's Wishes, Iran's Ahmadinejad Says Won't Run in 2017 Election
Iran's supreme leader warns the hardline former president's candidacy would increase divisions in the Islamic Republic.
Iran's Supreme Leader Tells Ahmadinejad Not to Run Again for President
Commentators suggest the firebrand populist will run in next year's elections, but Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's instruction effectively destroys his chances.
Iran's Ahmadinejad in Letter to Obama: 'Fix' Supreme Court Ruling on Victims of Terror
While unclear what steps Ahmadinejad would like Obama to take, he wants the Supreme Court ruling to 'be quickly fixed by your excellency.'
Former Iranian President Ahmadinejad to Run in 2017 Presidential Election
After slamming Iran's current President Hassan Rohani as incompetent, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad first signaled his desire to return to politics in April.
'Westoxification' and Worse: Probing Iran’s Turbulent History
Two new books – by American journalist Laura Secor and human rights activist and lawyer Shirin Ebadi – shed light on Iran's complex political and religious psyche.
Neighbors Corruption Scandal Hovers Over Erdogan
The Turkish president’s biggest fear is that tycoons arrested in U.S., Iran will reveal Ankara’s role in evading sanctions against Tehran.
Former Ahmadinejad Bodyguard Reportedly Killed in Syria
Iranian report says two Revolutionary Guards forces killed in Aleppo, defending Islamic site from ISIS.
Ahmadinejad-linked Tycoon Goes on Trial in Iran
Babak Zanjani said to owe more than $2.25 billion for oil sales he made on behalf of Ahmadinejad's government.
Iran's Ahmadinejad Kicks Off Political Comeback Campaign
Ex-president known for confrontational policy versus West and virulent rhetoric against Israel breaks two years of silence, vows to 'redefine revolutionary ideals' ahead of parliamentary elections.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Stand to Profit From Emerging Nuclear Deal
The guard has done well financially under international sanctions, and if a nuclear deal is done in Vienna this week under which those sanctions are lifted, they are likely to do better still.
Ahmadinejad Could Face Charges in Wake of Former Deputy's Imprisonment
Former Iranian president denies allegations that he was involved in former deputy's embezzlement; Ahmadinejad supporters claim that speculation is politically motivated.
Ahmadinejad Could Face Charges in Wake of Former Deputy's Imprisonment
Ahmadinejad denies allegations that he was involved in the scandal that led to imprisonment of his former deputy; supporters say speculation is politically motivated.
As Khamenei's Health Falters, the Race for Iran’s Next Supreme Leader Heats Up
The appointment of the ailing Ali Khamenei’s successor will be influenced more by his political connections than his religious supremacy. It could affect the nuclear talks.
Dieudonne, Iran's Ahmadinejad Sing the Other's Praises During Tehran Meet
On his official Twitter account, Ahmadinejad wrote about the encounter: 'Visiting an old friend, a great artist. #Dieudonne #all4Palestine.'
Iran's Ahmadinejad Launches Website, Signaling Possible Comeback
Ahmadinejad effectively disappeared from Iran's political landscape after his second term ended in 2013.
Iranian Public Gets the Truth About Holocaust as Documentary Airs
'Germany's Fuhrer,' shot by the first Iranian film crew to visit Auschwitz, was aired over satellite TV by Manoto1, a London-based station, UK Times reports.
Iran's President Calls for an End to the Country's International Isolation
Talking to 1,500 economists, Hassan Rohani appeared to be critical of hardliners who oppose his efforts to deliver Iran from years of erratic economic management by the previous administration.
Iran's Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Health Woes Raise Succession Questions
If Supreme Leader's health deteriorates, traditional clergy and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will need to quickly settle on successor to avoid political instability.
A Year After His Election, Rohani Is Changing Iran Without Shaking It Up
It’s not just the interim nuclear deal with the powers. The new president is getting tough with the Revolutionary Guard and promoting civil rights.
Iran Domestic Tensions Boil as West Battles Its Nuclear Program
Internal political and economic turmoil is blurring Iran’s stance ahead of talks for comprehensive deal.
Hollywood Beware: Ahmadinejad's Got a New Gig in Time Travel and Special Effects
The new Iranian video purporting to show the country’s 'thunderous reaction' to any potential strike on the Islamic Republic may not have the desired effect on residents of Tel Aviv.
Netanyahu’s Rage at Iran Nuclear Deal Is Fueled by 1938 Western Betrayal at Munich
For PM and others, Israel is Czechoslovakia, Geneva is Munich, P5+1 are Chamberlain’s heirs and American Jews should now atone for Holocaust silence.
Rohani Says Nazis Committed 'Reprehensible' Crime Against Jews, but Did He Disavow Holocaust Denial?
In CNN interview, Iranian leader strikes markedly different tone than predecessor, but nonetheless refrains from acknowledging historical accuracy of Holocaust.
Rohani’s Refusal to Disavow Holocaust-denial Could Be Netanyahu’s Only Ace in the Hole
Like his country’s Caspian horse, the Iranian leader is showing speed and versatility in his efforts to win over the West; by the time Netanyahu comes to N.Y., the Iranian horses may have already bolted.