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Supreme Council of the Islamic Republic's Cultural Revolution Pursues Approval of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Document

Jun 23, 2026 June 23, 2026 3 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

The Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution in Iran is set to approve a document on artificial intelligence and prioritize quantum studies, as stated by Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah. This move reflects the regime's focus on scientific advancements alongside military capabilities. The implications of these developments are significant for Iran's academic and technological landscape.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Iran is prioritizing AI and quantum technology as part of its broader scientific agenda.

👥 Key Players

Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah (عبدالحسین خسروپناه) ACTOR
Secretary of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution
"'the drafting of the artificial intelligence document in the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution is complete...'"
Ali Khamenei (علی خامنه‌ای) QUOTED
Supreme Leader of Iran
"'appointed to his current position by Ebrahim Raisi with the approval of Ali Khamenei.'"
Ebrahim Raisi (ابراهیم رئیسی) QUOTED
President of Iran
"'appointed to his current position by Ebrahim Raisi...'"
Human Rights Watch QUOTED
Human rights organization
"'the harassment of Bahá'ís by the Iranian government is a 'crime against humanity.'"

⚡ Actions

Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution ANNOUNCE artificial intelligence document, quantum issue
"'Quantum is one of our priorities, and the artificial intelligence document will soon be approved in this council.'"
Confidence: 90%
Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah CONGRATULATE scientific and civilizational power
"'...the realization of scientific and civilizational power promised by the Islamic fighters.'"
Confidence: 90%
Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah EMPHASIZE scientific aspect of the operation against Israel
"'the scientific aspect of this operation should also be considered...'"
Confidence: 90%

📰 What Happened

Iran's Supreme Council prioritizes AI and quantum documents, emphasizing scientific power against Israel.

  • Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution announce artificial intelligence document, quantum issue
  • Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah congratulate scientific and civilizational power
  • Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah emphasize scientific aspect of the operation against Israel

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Because it highlights Iran's focus on advancing scientific capabilities.
🌍 Regional: Because it may influence regional military strategies, especially against Israel.
🌐 International: Because it raises concerns over Iran's technological advancements in AI and quantum fields.

📚 Background

Iran is prioritizing AI and quantum technology as part of its broader scientific agenda.

📝 Key Evidence

"'Quantum is one of our priorities, and the artificial intelligence document will soon be approved in this council.'"
→ Announcement of priorities regarding AI and quantum technology.
"'the treatment of traditional Sinawi medicine in traditional medicine clinics has responded well...'"
→ Claims about alternative medicine efficacy.
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 80%
Source is state-affiliated, potentially biased towards government narratives.

The Secretary of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution, who previously claimed to have defeated COVID-19 with the medicine of 'Imam Reza' and 'Imam Kazem', recently stated, 'Quantum is one of our priorities, and the artificial intelligence document will soon be approved in this council.' According to Iranian media, Abdolhossein Khosrowpanah, during a meeting with academics in Zanjan province, mentioned that 'the drafting of the artificial intelligence document in the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution is complete and will be approved in the near future; the quantum issue is also one of our priorities as it represents a new scientific paradigm.' This cleric, close to Ali Khamenei and appointed by Ebrahim Raisi, also congratulated the 'realization of scientific and civilizational power promised by the Islamic fighters,' adding, 'Usually, the military aspect of the Islamic Republic's attack on Israel is emphasized, while the scientific aspect of this operation should also be considered, as it stems from the scientific efforts of scholars and researchers in universities and research institutes.' The current Secretary of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution, who has authored a two-volume book on Khamenei's 'thought system', previously claimed to have contracted COVID-19 three times and recovered using the medicines of Imam Reza and Imam Kazem, which he asserted have worked in 'almost all cases' for individuals with respiratory or chemical issues. He also stated that 'the treatment of traditional Sinawi medicine in traditional medicine clinics has responded well and does not have the side effects of vaccines,' and that the 'ineffectiveness' of vaccines like Pfizer has been scientifically proven. Khosrowpanah, who holds a doctorate in Islamic theology from Imam Sadiq Institute and has authored several books, has also been accused of scientific fraud. Before serving as Secretary of the Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution, he was the head of the Research Institute of Wisdom and Philosophy of Iran, appointed to his current position by Ebrahim Raisi with the approval of Ali Khamenei. After the employment exam; jihadist activity and membership in Basij are conditions for 'selection' for hiring teachers. The decline in education standards instead of system improvement; the government's 'single article' in education. Simultaneously with the back-and-forth of the hijab bill in parliament; Mohseni Eje'i says we do not have a 'good situation' regarding chastity and hijab. Human Rights Watch: The harassment of Bahá'ís by the Iranian government is a 'crime against humanity.' Research report; the significant share of two institutions under the presidency of Gholamali Haddad Adel from the country's public budget. Punishment of protesting academics; the council under Ali Khamenei has made the 'right to seek justice and grievance' for students and professors impossible.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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