A commentator says Ayatollah Rafsanjani was a symbol of unity for Iranians and he has been very active in domestic political arena and has played an effective role in social and economic issues as well as foreign policy.

A political expert says the former president pursued the principle of equidistance from Western and Eastern powers in his foreign policy.

Here's a glimpse at the political career of the iconic cleric whose life spanned a sensitive juncture in Iran's history marked by revolution, war and other events.

Ayatollah Khamenei offers his condolences over the demise of the chairman of the Expediency Council.

The Chairman of the Expediency Council passes away due to heart disease.

A senior Iranian cleric urges a international fight against the global threat of terrorism.

A senior Iranian official says Iran will proceed in the path of independence and global interaction.