Iran's president says capital must move from Tehran over ...
Experts warn drought and water mismanagement have made the city's development unsustainable
www.middleeasteye.netHere’s a concise update: the capital of Iran is Tehran.
What you asked for specifically—latest news about the capital—appears to be about moves to relocate the capital due to environmental and demographic pressures. Based on recent reporting up to 2025, Iranian officials discussed relocating the capital from Tehran to the Makran region in southeastern Iran, with considerations of water scarcity, subsidence, and sustainable development driving the discussion. However, there has not been a finalized official relocation as of early 2026, and no confirmed timetable has been announced publicly. If you’d like, I can pull the latest headlines from reliable sources and summarize their key points with dates and official statements.