«Iran International» is a Persian-language news channel based in London, United Kingdom, known for its critical coverage of the Iranian government. The channel was launched in 2017 by a group of Iranian exiles, many of whom have a history of criticizing the Iranian regime.
The channel is owned by the International Media Group, a media company founded by Azadeh Moaveni, a former journalist for the BBC Persian service. Moaveni, a prominent critic of the Iranian government, has said that the channel's mission is to provide a platform for dissenting voices within Iran and to promote democracy and human rights in the country.
«Iran International» has been accused by the Iranian government of being a propaganda tool of the United Kingdom and the United States. However, the channel has denied these accusations, maintaining its commitment to independent and objective journalism. The channel has been praised by some for its coverage of protests and other events in Iran, while others have criticized its reporting as being biased against the Iranian government.
The channel broadcasts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and can be accessed via satellite television and online streaming services. It has a large audience in Iran and among the Iranian diaspora worldwide. «Iran International» has become a significant voice in the international media landscape, providing an alternative perspective on events in Iran.