Media in Iran:
Considering the advances in communication technology, Mass media plays an increasingly vital role in domestic and international equations of the countries.
The Islamic republic of Iran Since the very inception of the Islamic revolution as a new ruling model and influential system has gained a huge Media attention throughout the world due to its resistance against the arrogant powers in the world and was subject of a media war from their side. Thus in accordance with domestic requirements and with the purpose of illustration of positions and defending itself against the Media war, the county has taken long steps toward creating various forms of Medias including audio and visual networks disseminating programs in different languages, News agencies, papers and periodicals. The list of the main mass media goes as follows.
1. Radio and television:
Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), TV & Radio (with more than 70 channels)
2. News Agencies
3. Iranian news papers
4. Economic newspapers
5. English newspapers