Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi
آیتالله مکارم شیرازی
Cleric
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View Timeline →News Summary for Saturday, October 7
On October 7, 2018, various significant news stories emerged from Iran, including a letter from 2222 doctors urging attention to civil activist Farhad Mithaemi's deteriorating…
Sadegh Larijani: Pompeo's Statements About My Assets Were Unethical
Sadegh Larijani criticized Mike Pompeo's comments about his wealth as unethical, following accusations of corruption against him and other Iranian officials. This incident highlights ongoing…
Iran's Police Chief Describes Gonabadi Dervishes' Sit-in and Gathering as a 'Great Sedition'
Iran's police chief labeled the Gonabadi dervishes' protests as a significant sedition following violent clashes that resulted in deaths and numerous arrests. The protests were…
Khamenei and Rouhani; Intensified Meaningful Challenge
The article discusses the intensified challenges faced by Iranian President Rouhani from authoritarian forces, particularly from Supreme Leader Khamenei, following Rouhani's recent electoral victory. The…
Consensus Among Traditional and Radical Conservatives on 'The Judge of the 1988 Massacre'
As Iran approaches the presidential elections, conservative factions are attempting to unify behind a single candidate, Ebrahim Raisi, who has a controversial past linked to…
Re-trial of Mohammad Ali Taheri at the Revolutionary Court
Mohammad Ali Taheri's re-trial was held after his death sentence was annulled by the Supreme Court. His lawyer claims all of his actions were legal,…
Cyber Police Chief: Scholars Should Strengthen Ethical Foundations Regarding Internet Use
The head of Iran's Cyber Police has called for scholars to enhance ethical standards in internet usage, highlighting the prevalence of misinformation among the youth.…
Makarem Shirazi: Over 90% of Cyberspace is a Swamp
Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi has criticized the majority of cyberspace, labeling it a 'swamp' and calling for measures to combat unhealthy online environments. His remarks coincide…
Continuation of 'Illegal' Sit-in Protesting Nuclear Agreement in Front of Parliament
A sit-in protesting the Vienna nuclear agreement continues outside the Iranian Parliament despite being declared illegal. Participants demand the rejection of the agreement, while some…