Iran
Iran is facing widespread unrest and a deepening crisis as nationwide protests that began in late December 2025 continued into January 2026 against the Islamic Republic government.
Key Facts
- Location/Unique Feature: Large mountainous country in West Asia with coasts along the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, and Caspian Sea; dominated by the Iranian Plateau, Zagros and Alborz ranges, and vast deserts (Dasht-e Kavir, Dasht-e Lut).
- Importance for India: Critical for India’s West and Central Asia outreach; provides connectivity via Chabahar Port and INSTC; key to energy security and ....
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