Omid Lahabi

Iran

Decades of absolute rule over Iran: Who was Ayatollah Ali Khamenei?

The most powerful man in Iran was killed on Saturday in US and Israeli air strikes on Tehran and his death leaves a power vaccum in the country. But how did Ali Khamenei rise to power and what is his legacy?

01/03/2026

World News

Over 3,000 people march in France in honour of far-right activist

On Saturday, Macron called for calm ahead of a demonstration in tribute to Quentin Deranque, whose murder has sent shockwaves through the country.

21/02/2026

Iran

Who is shah's heir Reza Pahlavi and what is his vision for Iran?

Euronews provides an in-depth look at Reza Pahlavi, the heir to the Persian throne, his journey from exiled crown prince to a leading opposition figure, and his vision for a future secular democratic society in Iran based on national referendums and peaceful transition.

11/01/2026

Iran

Communication blackout: How Iran controls the flow of information

In June 1989 following the death of Ayatollah Khomeini, the government cut telephone connections to foreign countries, an action aimed at limiting the ability of domestic opponents to communicate with the outside world.

09/01/2026

Iran

Strait of Hormuz: Why does Iran threaten to close it?

Control of the strategically-important Strait of Hormuz has been at the heart of Iran's asymmetric war strategy for decades.

28/06/2019

Iran

'Iran is paying the price to protect Europe from terrorists'

Head of parliamentary delegation tells Euronews that Iranian forces in Syria are saving European lives.

07/09/2018