Wedged between Russia, Turkey and Iran, the small Central Asian nation of Azerbaijan has long been a magnet for secret agents. Now, as tensions rise over Iran and its nuclear program, the former Soviet republic has been aligning itself with the West and Israel — despite traditional ties with Iran.

Our cycling columnists pedal into Iran at a politically sensitive time, hoping to rely on the kindness of locals.

Wedged between Russia, Turkey and Iran, the small Central Asian country of Azerbaijan has long been a den of spies. Now, as tensions rise over Iran and its nuclear program, the former Soviet republic has increasingly aligned itself with the West and Israel despite its historic ties with...

Iranian authorities should immediately release dozens of labor and independent trade union activists imprisoned for speaking out peacefully in defense of workers, Human Rights Watch said today.