Welcome to DU!
The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards.
Join the community:
Create a free account
Support DU (and get rid of ads!):
Become a Star Member
Latest Breaking News
Editorials & Other Articles
General Discussion
The DU Lounge
All Forums
Issue Forums
Culture Forums
Alliance Forums
Region Forums
Support Forums
Help & Search
Why Iran wants to change its capital - CaspianReport
Iranian lawmakers believe Tehran’s problems are irreparable and that the only solution is to relocate the capital elsewhere. Unexpectedly, the IRGC supports the move. The problems facing Tehran include overpopulation, water subsidence, inadequate infrastructure, distance from ports, vulnerability to earthquakes, and the concentration of commercial activity which hampers economic development elsewhere in the country.