The war dragged on for eight bloody years, diminishing much of Iran's resources and capital, but at the end of the 20th century, the Islamic Republic was established and the long history of monarchy ...

Contrary to claims of weakness, Iran remains a formidable actor with robust defense capabilities and significant geopolitical leverage.

The IHI brings together faculty and research students at LSE who teach and research various aspects of the history of modern Iran from the 16th century to the present, including the history of Safavid ...

The maps of modern Iran which follow were prepared by the CIA and are available in electronic form from The Perry-Castañeda Library Map Collection of The University of Texas at Austin Modern Iran: The ...

The Safavid Dynasty, a Golden Age in Iran, witnessed a cultural flowering under the charismatic Isma'il and and his son Tahmasp, the first two Shahs of the dynasty. This essay is a short history of ...

Unlock the secrets of Iran’s most stunning landmarks, a country where ancient history and modern beauty collide. Explore majestic ruins, stunning cities, and peaceful nature spots that highlight the ...

The Iranian nations are commemorating one of the most significant moments in the modern history of Iran, the 46th Anniversary of the Victory of the Islamic Revolution. On this historic day, we reflect ...

As Iran approaches the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in 2025, the nation stands at a critical juncture, reflecting on a transformative journey that has reshaped its identity and ...

The 2008 photo Miss Hybrid by Shirin Aliabadi is one of the more modern pieces in the show, which takes visitors on a journey through Iran's art history The V&A museum's Epic Iran show is the ...

The ACRPS Iranian Studies Unit hosted Sadegh Zibakalam, one of contemporary Iran’s most renowned public intellectuals and a ...