The Islamic Republic has an unbroken history of propaganda against Israel. Despite several shifts of focus, it has been a factor in Iran from the revolution in 1979 to the present day, as Joseph Croitoru elaborates
In-depth: Iran has sought a pragmatic relationship with the Taliban, but concerns over Afghan refugees and a dispute over access to water resources have led to escalating tensions.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's pledge to build 4 million housing units in four years faces skepticism. A recent report from Iran's Parliament Research Center highlights eight forms of homelessness during the mullahs' rule.