Anti-government protesters have clashed with security forces, resulting in widespread chaos throughout the Iranian capital city. Al Jazeera English reports from Tehran, and Geneive Abdo of The Century Foundation discusses the day's protests.
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November 4, 2009
Protests erupt on 30th anniversary of U.S. embassy seizure
June 22, 2009
Behind the scenes, top clerics struggle for power in Iran
On the surface, the turmoil in Iran has been attributed to anger over the disputed election -- but a deeper religious struggle is also taking place within Iranian politics, says Geneive Abdo of The Century Foundation.
June 16, 2009
Iran to conduct partial recount as protests turn deadly
Four days after Iran's disputed presidential election, the Islamic leadership said on Tuesday that it will conduct at least a partial recount. Geneive Abdo of The Century Foundation discusses the recount, how continued protests will play out and the long-term impact on the Iranian political landscape.
March 23, 2009
Iran dismisses Obama’s video message
Geneive Abdo of the Century Foundation discusses how to interpret Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's apparent dismissal of Barack Obama's recent overture to Iran.
February 9, 2009
Iranian president’s popularity wanes as challenger emerges
Geneive Abdo of the Century Foundation discusses Mohammed Khatami, the moderate reform candidate who will challenge Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and the future of Iran-U.S. relations.
January 5, 2009
World protests erupt against Gaza invasion
Geneive Abdo of the Century Foundation discusses the Arab protests around the world and Iran’s role in the situation.









