Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani

Iran:

Former President's daughter arrested for inciting protests

Iran arrests daughter of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani as protests over death of detained woman continue.

Former Iranian President Akbar Rafsanjani dies at age 82

Former Iranian President dies after suffering heart attack.

Son of Iran's Former President Begins Prison Term

Son of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani begins a 10-year prison term after being convicted of financial and security crimes.

Former Iranian President's Son Sentenced to Jail

The son of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani sentenced to 15 years in jail after being convicted of security offences and financial crimes.

Former Iranian President: Assad Attacked His Own People with Gas

Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani breaks with Iran's tradition of protecting Assad, says the Syrian leader used chemical weapons.

Former Iranian President Endorses Moderate Ally in Election

Iran’s former president, Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, endorses ally Hassan Rowhani in the June 14 election.

Former Iranian President Barred from Elections

Iran's ex-president Rafsanjani barred from contesting the June 14 presidential election, along with a close aide to Ahmadinejad.