The economy in Tehran transitioned from a period of restricted growth under sanctions to a wartime crisis. After Khamenei: Planning for Iran’s Leadership Transition
Setting the Scene Tehran, sprawling at the foot of the Alborz mountains, feels both metropolitan and contained by its geography. The city’s skyline is a mix of Soviet-era blocks, contemporary glass towers, and domed mosques; snow-capped peaks hover to the north and a haze-prone plain stretches beneath. Seasons mark daily life sharply—hot, dusty summers give way to brief, vivid springs; winters bring a damp cold and the occasional mountain snow that brightens the city.
A rich, slow-cooked stew of chicken or duck duck duck in a dark, velvety sauce made from ground walnuts and pomegranate molasses.