Iran considers building a new capital: 'We have no choice, it's unsustainable'
Tehran faces serious problems such as drought, pollution, and subsidence, all while its population grows.
en.as.comHere’s a concise update: the capital of Iran is Tehran.
What you asked for specifically—latest news about the capital—appears to be about moves to relocate the capital due to environmental and demographic pressures. Based on recent reporting up to 2025, Iranian officials discussed relocating the capital from Tehran to the Makran region in southeastern Iran, with considerations of water scarcity, subsidence, and sustainable development driving the discussion. However, there has not been a finalized official relocation as of early 2026, and no confirmed timetable has been announced publicly. If you’d like, I can pull the latest headlines from reliable sources and summarize their key points with dates and official statements.
Tehran faces serious problems such as drought, pollution, and subsidence, all while its population grows.
en.as.comThe government has identified the underdeveloped Makran region in southeastern Iran as a possible new capital. No timeline for the move has been announced.
www.jpost.comExperts warn drought and water mismanagement have made the city's development unsustainable
www.middleeasteye.netVoice of Diaspora Your Corner TODAY.AZ World news Iran sets out for new capital city 15 March 2013 [20:00] - TODAY.AZ Iran's administrative capital will be moved from Tehran to Parand, cities both of which are situated 35 km southwest of Tehran, ISNA reported. The project was recently signed by 152 MPs of Iran's parliament and later approved. According to the project, a number of ministries will be moved to Parand. Tehran province governor Morteza Tamaddon said that there already is 400 acres...
www.today.azTehran faces serious problems such as drought, pollution, and subsidence, all while its population grows.
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