https://hotair.com/headlines/archives/2013/02/07/how-the-hagel-nomination-looks-in-tehran/feed/HotAir is the leading conservative blog for breaking news and commentary covering the Biden administration, politics, media, culture, and current elections.en-usTue, 09 Jun 2026 10:04:05 -0400<![CDATA[The Islamic Republic greeted Obama’s election in 2008 with mixed emotions. On the one hand, the Iranian regime worried that Obama’s barrier-breaking achievement and inspiring life story might appeal to the average Iranian in a way unmatched by any previous U.S. president.]]>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:55:35 -0500<![CDATA[Allahpundit]]>https://hotair.com/headlines/2013/02/07/how-the-hagel-nomination-looks-in-tehran-n99945