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Iran

ایران

Iran is a theocratic republic, located in Southern Asia. Islam is the predominant religion. Its capital is Tehran. About 92.4 million people live there (2025).

Capital
Tehran
Population
92,417,681 (2025)
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Area
1,648,195 km²
Demonym
Iranian
Languages
Persian (Farsi)
Form of Government
Theocratic republic
Religion
Islam (98.5%)
Christianity (0.7%)
Baha'i (0.3%)
Currency
Iranian rial (IRR)
GDP
$362.7B (2025)

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