- Thomas Erdbrink
- Staff Writer
Thomas Erdbrink has covered the Islamic Republic of Iran for The Washington Post since 2008. Before that, he reported extensively in the region, covering the war in Iraq and other conflicts.
Iran increasingly controls its Internet
Crackdown on Web freedom comes amid tension in Iran over country’s nuclear ambitions.
Ex-Marine in Iran needs U.S. help, lawyer says
Amir Mirzaei Hekmati, 28, sentenced to death for allegedly spying for the CIA, could face execution soon after a court reviews his sentence, his attorney says.
Khamenei: Iran backs foes of Israel
The clerical leader’s defiant declaration was made hours after a successful Iranian satellite launch.
Iran warns currency speculators
Amid toughened international sanctions, Iran warns that major speculators could face execution.
- Former commander’s letter sparks uproar in Iran
- U.S. drone that crashed in Iran goes miniature
- Golden Globes 2012 a huge hit in Iran
- Iran lashes out at West over slain scientist, but hints at diplomatic opening
- Killing of Iranian scientist imperils former Marine
- Iranian scientist involved in nuclear program killed in Tehran bomb attack
- Amir Mirzaei Hekmati, alleged U.S. spy, sentenced to death in Iran
- Iran sentences U.S. citizen to death in CIA case
The Post MostMost-viewed stories, videos, and galleries in the past two hours
Friend of Whitney Houston discusses her life, legacy
Live Q&A, 10 a.m. ET
DC radio legend Donnie Simpson, a personal friend of Whitney Houston, answers questions about Houston’s life and legacy.



