The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Human Rights

'Horrifying' surge in executions sparks outrage in Iran

Rights groups point to an escalation in the use of the death penalty and accuse Iranian regime of using it as a tool of political oppression.

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Environment

Iran's capital relocation plan exposes deep-rooted mismanagement

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

Iranian regime's military displays mask growing vulnerabilities

Islamic Republic's display of military might comes as setbacks and international pressure expose its vulnerabilities and operational limitations.

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Economy

US disrupts China-based Iranian drone-part procurement network

The Iranian regime has been supplying drones and weapons to the Houthis, who have used them to carry out attacks in regional waters.

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Economy

'Even potatoes are now a luxury': Iranians struggle as currency crashes

Iran's rial has lost more than 50% of its value since September, pushing millions into poverty as essential goods become unaffordable for many.

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

Houthis, Iranian regime exploit Palestinian suffering for their own gain
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

IRGC Quds Force chief under increasing pressure as proxy network reels
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Crime & Justice

US slaps new sanctions on Iranian regime's oil-smuggling network

Sanctioned Iranian oil is being shipped to China on behalf of Iran's Armed Forces General Staff and blacklisted front company Sepehr Energy.

The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

Iranian regime uses commercial flights to deliver cash to Hizbullah
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Crime & Justice

Mass graves found near former IRGC, Syrian regime sites in Deir Ezzor

Should IRGC Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani remain in his position?






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The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Economy

Leaked emails shed light on IRGC's oil sanctions evasion methodology
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Human Rights

Swiss national dies in Iranian prison as detention controversy grows
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Science Technology

Regime chooses to exploit internet access rather than empower Iranians
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

IRGC-linked networks seek to silence artists, journalists abroad
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

Lebanon's handling of Mahan Air incident shows it will take firm stance to maintain security
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Human Rights

Foreign visitors used as pawns in Iranian regime's power game
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Security

Failed Syria gambit leaves Iranian regime financially depleted, vulnerable
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Human Rights

Tehran's pressure tactics on display with Italian journalist's detention
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Security

Iranian regime's foreign focus leaves home front vulnerable to terror
The proposed relocation of the Iranian capital to the southern Makran coast shows a pattern of unrealistic planning at a time of domestic crisis.

| Terrorism

US strikes hit Houthi missile site as Houthis lie about targeting US warplane