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Iran

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Iran is a country in the Middle East with a complex legal and political system, where the judiciary plays a crucial role within its Islamic Republic framework. The country's legal system is based on Islamic law (Sharia), with the Supreme Leader at its apex, influencing both the political landscape and judicial decisions.