Iran to Open New Passenger Rail Links to Afghanistan, Turkey and Turkmenistan

Iran announced plans to launch three new passenger rail routes, including a key line to Afghanistan, aiming to boost regional connectivity and strengthen economic ties.

Iran is preparing to expand its regional rail connections by launching three new international passenger train routes to neighboring Turkey, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan, according to Jabar Ali Zakeri, CEO of Iranian Railways and deputy minister of roads and urban development.

Zakeri said one of the key projects...