What type of government is used in Iran?

Iran is an Islamic republic in which the supreme leader, president, parliament (Majles) and judicial system share powers reserved to the national government, according to its Constitution.

Does the US recognize Iran’s government?

Iran and the United States have had no formal diplomatic relations since April 1980. Pakistan serves as Iran’s protecting power in the United States, while Switzerland serves as the United States’ protecting power in Iran.

Why is Iran sending warships to Venezuela?

Iranian state TV says that an Iranian destroyer and support vessel are now sailing in the Atlantic Ocean in a rare mission far from the Islamic Republic, without offering the vessels’ final destination.

Is Iran a theocracy?

Iran. Iran has been described as a “theocratic republic” by the CIA World Factbook, and its constitution has been described as a “hybrid” of “theocratic and democratic elements” by Francis Fukuyama. Like other Islamic states, it maintains religious laws and has religious courts to interpret all aspects of law.

What are the names of the Iranian Navy ships?

Joshan, Paykan, and Derafsh are (heavily upgraded) Iranian-built versions of the Kaman class, which Iran calls Sina class. The fourth missile boat of this project – Separ was built with a big delay after the first three and was introduced into the Navy only in December 2017.

Are there any catamarans in the Iranian Navy?

Armed with anti-ship and anti-air missiles, the cats would be formidable adversaries. Iranian shipyards are churning out twin-hull fast-attack ships, according to new satellite imagery. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (Iran’s paramilitary) would crew the ships.

Is there a diplomatic relationship between the United States and Iran?

The United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran have had no formal diplomatic relationship since that date. Switzerland is the U.S. protecting power and provides limited consular services to U.S. citizens in Iran.

Is there an US Embassy in the Islamic Republic of Iran?

The United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran do not have diplomatic relations. Switzerland is the U.S. protecting power and provides limited consular services to U.S. citizens in Iran. Iran has no embassy in Washington, D.C.