Tehran

British

/ tɛəˈrɑːn, -ˈræn /

noun

the capital of Iran, at the foot of the Elburz Mountains: built on the site of the ancient capital Ray, destroyed by Mongols in 1220; became capital in the 1790s; three universities. Pop: 7 352 000 (2005 est)

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While the agreement between Washington and Tehran has reduced energy supply fears, the Middle East’s future, including logistics recovery, remains uncertain, one member said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

Tehran also thinks the U.S. won’t restart the conflict over inspections.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

But Iran's foreign ministry told state media that Tehran had made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

However, that concession has not yet been acknowledged by Tehran, The Wall Street Journal reported External link.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

He had bought an extra tray at the Tehran airport for my class.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri

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