Jason Rezaian

Washington, DC

Global Opinions writer

Education: Eugene Lang College, New School University, BA in Cultural Studies

Jason Rezaian is a writer for Global Opinions. He served as The Post's correspondent in Tehran from 2012 to 2016. He spent 544 days unjustly imprisoned by Iranian authorities until his release in January 2016. He is a CNN contributor.
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A photo that captures the bravery of Iran’s women

On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s killing, we must honor the movement that she sparked.

September 17, 2024
A woman goes without a hair covering and hijab on a Tehran commuter bus on Aug. 16, 2023. (Yalda Moaiery)

Coming home after being a hostage abroad

Reintegrating into society is difficult. We should try harder to make it easier.

August 1, 2024

    Elsa’s kitchen serves up Ethiopia’s true flavors

    At Elsa’s Kitchen, bringing Ethiopian food to Americans is about keeping it authentic, not adapting.

    July 24, 2024

    This Ethiopian spot gives diners what they want: Authenticity

    Customers aren’t clamoring for an Americanized culinary experience.

    July 24, 2024

      This restaurant is serving the dishes of customers’ dreams

      “I know you'll laugh at this, but some Fahrenheit dishes truly come from people's dreams,” owner and chef, Lilly Qin says.

      July 17, 2024

      A McLean Szechuan restaurant is serving the dishes of customers’ dreams

      Listening to customers for inspiration has built this business a devoted following.

      July 17, 2024

        He is introducing ‘the king of the pie’ to America

        He was a filmmaker during the Bosnian War and came to America as a refugee. Now, he wants to introduce what he calls “the king of the pie” to the public.

        July 11, 2024

        A Rockville restaurant reintroduces the Balkans to the District

        Food is one of the many things that unites a beautiful region known for strife.

        July 10, 2024

        How to be patriotic in today’s America

        Post columnists on how to build a new sense of belonging.

        July 4, 2024

          From working construction to serving up halal tacos

          I love America. I love that I was able to combine Mexican, American and the Middle Eastern cuisine, all into one.

          July 3, 2024