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Verification
Separate what can be established from what remains uncertain.
IRAN / DOCUMENTATION / PUBLIC INTEREST
A clearer record of what matters.
The Iran Notes is an independent journalism and research initiative focused on documenting events, examining information and bringing essential context to developments related to Iran.
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Evidence first.
Context always.
A research practice built around careful verification and responsible documentation.
DOCUMENT / VERIFY / CONTEXT✳
VerificationDocumentationContextPublic-interest research
OUR PERSPECTIVE
Beyond the headline.
We believe meaningful reporting starts with good questions, transparent methods and a careful reading of the record.
WHAT GUIDES THE WORK
A considered approach to information.
The project is being developed around three editorial commitments.
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Documentation
Preserve the context, chronology and sources that give events meaning.
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Responsibility
Treat sensitive information and the people behind it with care.
“A useful record does more than describe an event. It helps us understand it.”
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Built for careful observation.
Explore the editorial principles behind The Iran Notes and how we intend to approach research, documentation and publication.