- Iran election overseers may bar former president AP - 31 mins ago
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's election overseers say they will bar candidates who are physically weak from running in next month's presidential election, a clear nod toward a former president.
FILE -- In this Saturday, May 11, 2013 file photo, former Iranian President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, 78, waves to media, as he registers his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election, at the election headquarters of the interior ministry in Tehran, Iran. Iran’s election overseers say they will bar physically weak hopefuls from running in next month presidential election, a direct hint at Rafsanjani. Iran's Constitution doesn't set any age limit for presidential candidates. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi, File) AP - 30 mins agoFILE -- In this Saturday, May 11, 2013 file photo, former Iranian President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, 78, waves to media, as he registers his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election, at the election … More »FILE -- In this Saturday, May 11, 2013 file photo, former Iranian President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, 78, waves to media, as he registers his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election, at the election headquarters of the interior ministry in Tehran, Iran. Iran’s election overseers say they will bar physically weak hopefuls from running in next month presidential election, a direct hint at Rafsanjani. Iran's Constitution doesn't set any age limit for presidential candidates. (AP Photo/Ebrahim Noroozi, File)
FILE -- In this Saturday, May 11, 2013 file photo, former Iranian President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, 78, waves to media, as he registers his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election, at the election headquarters of the interior ministry in Tehran, Iran. Iran’s election overseers say they will bar physically weak …
Iran electoral watchdog hints at Rafsanjani rejection Reuters - 1 hr 10 mins agoBy Yeganeh Torbati DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran's electoral watchdog said on Monday it would bar physically feeble candidates from running for president, in an apparent hint that it could disqualify 78-year-old … More »Iran electoral watchdog hints at Rafsanjani rejection
By Yeganeh Torbati DUBAI (Reuters) - Iran's electoral watchdog said on Monday it would bar physically feeble candidates from running for president, in an apparent hint that it could disqualify 78-year-old former President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani from the race. Rafsanjani, if he is allowed to run, would be a significant …
Former President Rafsanjani casts his ballot in a parliamentary election in Tehran Reuters - 2 hrs 11 mins agoEDITORS' NOTE: Reuters and other foreign media are subject to Iranian restrictions on leaving the office to report, film or take pictures in Tehran. REUTERS/Stringer More »Former President Rafsanjani casts his ballot in a parliamentary election in Tehran
EDITORS' NOTE: Reuters and other foreign media are subject to Iranian restrictions on leaving the office to report, film or take pictures in Tehran. REUTERS/Stringer
Former Iranian president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani attends Iran's Assembly of Experts' biannual meeting in Tehran Reuters - 2 hrs 20 mins agoEDITORS' NOTE: Reuters and other foreign media are subject to Iranian restrictions on leaving the office to report, film or take pictures in Tehran. REUTERS/Raheb Homavandi More »Former Iranian president Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani attends Iran's Assembly of Experts' biannual meeting in Tehran
EDITORS' NOTE: Reuters and other foreign media are subject to Iranian restrictions on leaving the office to report, film or take pictures in Tehran. REUTERS/Raheb Homavandi
- Iran executes two alleged spies ANI - 7 hrs ago
London, May 20 (ANI): Iranian authorities have executed two men after they were charged and convicted for spying Israel and the United States. More »Iran executes two alleged spies
London, May 20 (ANI): Iranian authorities have executed two men after they were charged and convicted for spying Israel and the United States.
GCC rails at Iranian threats to Bahrain Arab News - 13 hrs agoThe Gulf Cooperation Council yesterday condemned Iranian threats to Bahrain as un-Islamic and asked Tehran to reconsider its approach to Arabian Gulf countries.GCC Secretary-General Abdullatif bin Rashid … More »GCC rails at Iranian threats to Bahrain
The Gulf Cooperation Council yesterday condemned Iranian threats to Bahrain as un-Islamic and asked Tehran to reconsider its approach to Arabian Gulf countries.GCC Secretary-General Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani criticized comments by Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian.The Iranian minister had warned …
Internet speed drops as Iran election looms Aljazeera - 17 hrs agoInternet speed drops as Iran election looms More »Internet speed drops as Iran election looms
Internet speed drops as Iran election looms
- Internet speed drops as Iran election looms Aljazeera - 17 hrs ago
Web users report drop in connection speed as government is accused of restricting availability ahead of June 14 vote. More »Internet speed drops as Iran election looms
Web users report drop in connection speed as government is accused of restricting availability ahead of June 14 vote.
- The Past shines at Cannes Film Festival Hindustan Times - 19 hrs ago
Cannes, May 20 -- Iranian director Asghar Farhadi's The Past is a beautifully written, crafted and acted movie screened as part of the ongoing Cannes Film Festival Competition. The Past, much like Farhadi's … More »The Past shines at Cannes Film Festival
Cannes, May 20 -- Iranian director Asghar Farhadi's The Past is a beautifully written, crafted and acted movie screened as part of the ongoing Cannes Film Festival Competition. The Past, much like Farhadi's 2011 A Separation, which won the Foreign Language Oscar, is about family and children. Both paint wonderful portraits …
- Fred Armisen and Bill Hader Say Goodbye to 'Saturday Night Live' The Atlantic Wire - 21 hrs ago
Saturday Night Live said goodbye to two its biggest stars last night, both in spectacular fashion, and had all time performances from Kanye West. It was a night of teary goodbyes and awkward Ben Affleck … More »Fred Armisen and Bill Hader Say Goodbye to 'Saturday Night Live'
Saturday Night Live said goodbye to two its biggest stars last night, both in spectacular fashion, and had all time performances from Kanye West. It was a night of teary goodbyes and awkward Ben Affleck jokes. Join us, please, as we send off Stefon and Ian Rubbish in style.
Opinion: Sectarianism and Syria AAA - 21 hrs agoWhat does the political situation in Syria look like on the ground after the recent Israeli airstrikes and the bomb attacks on the Turkish–Syrian border?Moscow’s peace efforts are once again being overwhelmed … More »Opinion: Sectarianism and Syria
What does the political situation in Syria look like on the ground after the recent Israeli airstrikes and the bomb attacks on the Turkish–Syrian border?Moscow’s peace efforts are once again being overwhelmed by the increasing signs of war. The Syrian regime, supported by Hezbollah militias as well as Iranian and Iraqi …
- Report: Iran hangs 2 men convicted of spying AP - 23 hrs ago
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's state radio says authorities have executed two men convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad and the American CIA intelligence agency. More »Report: Iran hangs 2 men convicted of spying
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran's state radio says authorities have executed two men convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad and the American CIA intelligence agency.
Iran: Radical camp calls for Rafsanjani’s disqualification AAA - 19 hrs agoIran: Radical camp calls for Rafsanjani’s disqualification More »Iran: Radical camp calls for Rafsanjani’s disqualification
Iran: Radical camp calls for Rafsanjani’s disqualification
Opinion: 3 factors set to rescue Iran nuclear talks AAA - Sun, May 19, 2013The west is eagerly awaiting the results of the upcoming June presidential elections in Iran to determine whom they will be working with in Tehran for the foreseeable future. Certainly the nuclear issue … More »Opinion: 3 factors set to rescue Iran nuclear talks
The west is eagerly awaiting the results of the upcoming June presidential elections in Iran to determine whom they will be working with in Tehran for the foreseeable future. Certainly the nuclear issue will remain a high priority for world powers and Iran. Over a decade of negotiations with Tehran, world powers have challenged …
- Opinion: 3 factors set to rescue Iran nuclear talks AAA - 19 hrs ago
Opinion: 3 factors set to rescue Iran nuclear talks More »Opinion: 3 factors set to rescue Iran nuclear talks
Opinion: 3 factors set to rescue Iran nuclear talks
- Internet in Iran goes into 'coma' ahead of presidential elections ANI - Sun, May 19, 2013
Sydney, May 19 (ANI): Iran has reportedly gone into 'internet coma' by tightening internet controls ahead of next month's presidential election, mindful of violent protests inspired last time around over … More »Internet in Iran goes into 'coma' ahead of presidential elections
Sydney, May 19 (ANI): Iran has reportedly gone into 'internet coma' by tightening internet controls ahead of next month's presidential election, mindful of violent protests inspired last time around over claims of fraud.
Senior Iranian cleric Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, secretary of the Guardian Council, Iran's constitutional watchdog, delivers a sermon at Friday prayers, at Tehran University, in Tehran, Iran, Friday, May 17, 2013. Jannati, the head of Iran's constitutional watchdog, says it may disqualify candidates in the June presidential elections who seek full relations with the United States. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) AP - Sun, May 19, 2013Senior Iranian cleric Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, secretary of the Guardian Council, Iran's constitutional watchdog, delivers a sermon at Friday prayers, at Tehran University, in Tehran, Iran, Friday, May … More »Senior Iranian cleric Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, secretary of the Guardian Council, Iran's constitutional watchdog, delivers a sermon at Friday prayers, at Tehran University, in Tehran, Iran, Friday, May 17, 2013. Jannati, the head of Iran's constitutional watchdog, says it may disqualify candidates in the June presidential elections who seek full relations with the United States. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
Senior Iranian cleric Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati, secretary of the Guardian Council, Iran's constitutional watchdog, delivers a sermon at Friday prayers, at Tehran University, in Tehran, Iran, Friday, May 17, 2013. Jannati, the head of Iran's constitutional watchdog, says it may disqualify candidates in the June presidential …
Iran's Guard warns against post-election turmoil AP - Sun, May 19, 2013TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A senior commander in Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned that his forces will be on watch for possible unrest after next month's presidential election, calling the outcome "unpredictable" … More »Iran's Guard warns against post-election turmoil
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — A senior commander in Iran's Revolutionary Guard has warned that his forces will be on watch for possible unrest after next month's presidential election, calling the outcome "unpredictable" and sending the strongest message yet against any attempts to revive street protests, media reported Sunday.
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