More than 40 countries who registered to run in the Iranian capital's first marathon, billed as an opportunity to "build bridges," however women were left disappointed after learning they could not take part in the official event.
More than 40 countries who registered to run in the Iranian capital's first marathon, billed as an opportunity to "build bridges," however women were left disappointed after learning they could not take part in the official event.
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Athletes began the marathon at the city's Azadi Stadium and also passed the Azadi Tower, one of Iran's most famous landmarks. Local authorities blocked the roads in order for the event to take place.
Athletes began the marathon at the city's Azadi Stadium and also passed the Azadi Tower, one of Iran's most famous landmarks. Local authorities blocked the roads in order for the event to take place.
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Foreigners and locals watch the first international Tehran marathon at Azadi Square in the Iranian capital.
Foreigners and locals watch the first international Tehran marathon at Azadi Square in the Iranian capital.
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An Iranian-American takes part in the event.
An Iranian-American takes part in the event.
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All other Americans were reportedly denied visas to participate in the marathon.
All other Americans were reportedly denied visas to participate in the marathon.
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Foreigners and locals pose for pictures at the finish line.
Foreigners and locals pose for pictures at the finish line.
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Dutch participants at Tehran's first international marathon, they were among 42 other nationalities who registered to participate.
Dutch participants at Tehran's first international marathon, they were among 42 other nationalities who registered to participate.
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