Jamshid Asadi
Economist
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Protests erupted in Iran on January 1, with retired educators and oil and gas workers demonstrating against poor living conditions and demanding fair wages. The…
Fatemeh and Mohammad Hossein Sepehri to Khamenei: You Will Be 'Trampled' Under the People's Feet
Political prisoners Fatemeh and Mohammad Hossein Sepehri condemned Supreme Leader Khamenei, accusing him of corruption and oppression, and warned that he and his regime will…
Protests by Oil and Gas Industry Workers in Iran; Telecommunications Retirees: Shame on the Oppressors from Khuzestan to Tehran
Protests by retirees from the Telecommunications Company and oil and gas workers have erupted across Iran, highlighting grievances over low wages, inadequate insurance, and unfulfilled…
Seventh Day of Labor Strikes at a Subsidiary of Shasta; Several Protesters from Baraz Rubber in Kerman Arrested
Workers at Baraz Rubber in Kerman have been on strike for seven days due to poor living conditions and unmet demands, leading to several arrests.…
Retirees Protest in Several Cities in Iran: Men and Women are Equal, United and Brave
Retirees across several Iranian cities protested on July 24, demanding better living conditions and voicing concerns over women's rights and government neglect. The protests reflect…
Retirees' Livelihood Protests in Several Cities in Iran Emphasizing 'Double Oppression' of Women by the Government
Retirees across Iran protested on July 17 against poor living conditions and the government's treatment of women, specifically calling for the release of labor activist…
Livelihood Protests; Telecommunications Retirees Gather in Several Cities in Iran
Telecommunications retirees in Iran protested in multiple cities over poor living conditions and unmet demands, highlighting ongoing economic struggles. The protests reflect broader discontent with…
Economic Protests in Iran; Several Protesters Arrested During Retirees' Gathering in Tehran
Protests by retirees in Iran continue as they demand better living conditions and attention to their grievances. Several retirees were arrested during a demonstration in…
Turmoil in Iran's Currency Market; US Dollar Surpasses 56,000 Tomans
Iran's currency market is experiencing significant turmoil, with the US dollar briefly exceeding 56,000 tomans. Economists attribute the rising prices to regional tensions, political developments,…
Protest Gathering of 'Yellow Vests' in Front of the Organization for Employment Affairs
A coordinated protest by 'Yellow Vests' took place in front of the Organization for Employment Affairs, demanding the approval of a job classification plan that…
Corruption in the Islamic Republic; Discovery of Organized Smuggling of Animal Feed
Nineteen individuals have been indicted for organized smuggling of animal feed in Iran, highlighting systemic corruption within the economic sector. The shortage of animal feed…
Corruption in the Islamic Republic; Tehran Prosecutor Reports Arrest of Several Managers from the Natural Resources Organization
Tehran prosecutors have arrested several managers from the Natural Resources Organization for bribery related to the illegal declaration of national lands as exceptions. This incident…
Protests by South Pars Workers Over Unfulfilled Promises by Officials and Flaws in Job Classification Scheme
Workers at the South Pars gas complex are protesting against unfulfilled promises by officials regarding job classification and wage issues. The protests highlight the ongoing…
Retirees Protest for Livelihood in Three Cities; Slogan 'Neither Gaza nor Lebanon, My Life for Iran' in Ahvaz
Retirees in Iran protested in multiple cities, including Ahvaz, Sanandaj, and Kermanshah, demanding better living conditions and expressing nationalistic sentiments amidst the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict.…
World Bank: Internet Restrictions and Strikes Will Ground Iran's Economy
The World Bank warns that social unrest and internet restrictions are crippling Iran's economy, predicting continued high inflation and unemployment. The report highlights the impact…
Iran's Efforts to Join BRICS; Experts: No Success Expected
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi is attending the BRICS summit in South Africa to seek cooperation with the group, but experts believe Iran will not achieve…
Tomaj Salehi's Uncle to VOA: We Demand the Release of All Political Prisoners and the Abolition of the Death Penalty
Tomaj Salehi's uncle called for the release of all political prisoners and the abolition of the death penalty in Iran, following Salehi's harsh sentencing. He…
Member of Parliament: Mazda and Hyundai Exit the Iranian Car Market
Mazda and Hyundai have exited the Iranian car market, following Peugeot-Citroen's lead, due to greater interests in the U.S. and fears of sanctions. This withdrawal…
Tehran's Hopes and Fears Regarding Acceptance of F.A.T.F.
Iran's judiciary deputy, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, expressed concerns that accepting F.A.T.F. regulations could lead to more troubles for the country, citing potential restrictions on financial…
Freedom and Equality; Which Comes First?
This article discusses the philosophical debate on whether freedom or equality should take precedence in societal development, featuring insights from sociologist Akbar Mahdi and economist…