Majid Ansari
مجید انصاری
Member of the Expediency Discernment Council
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View Timeline →Iran, US advance post-war diplomacy as Swiss talks yield roadmap toward final agreement
Iranian officials have characterized the latest round of indirect negotiations with the United States in Switzerland as a significant step forward in post-war diplomacy. These…
Qalibaf: The 'Hijab and Chastity' Bill Will Be Announced on December 14 and There Will Be No Morality Police
The Iranian parliament is set to announce a new 'Hijab and Chastity' bill on December 14, which will eliminate the morality police and introduce a…
Pezeshkian Calls for Relocation of Capital to 'Near the Sea' in Southern Iran
Masoud Pezeshkian has proposed relocating Iran's capital to southern regions near the sea due to Tehran's ongoing challenges, including water scarcity. This idea has historical…
Qatar: We Are Not Close to a Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza, but We Remain Hopeful
Qatar's Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced that negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of Hamas hostages are ongoing but not close to an agreement. Israel…
Strong Stance of the Head of the Political-Defense Commission Against the Financial Action Task Force
The head of the Political-Defense Commission of Iran's Expediency Discernment Council criticized the FATF, claiming it aims to undermine Iran's defense capabilities. As the deadline…
Sentences of Imprisonment and Flogging Issued for Five Currency Traders in Special Courts
Five currency traders in Iran were sentenced to imprisonment and flogging for seizing intervention currencies, contributing to inflation in essential goods. The sentences reflect the…
Mohsen Rezaei: The CFT Bill Has Not Yet Reached the Expediency Council
Mohsen Rezaei announced that the CFT bill has not yet reached the Expediency Council for review, despite previous discussions in the Parliament. The ongoing debate…
Tehran Friday Prayer Leader Calls for Rejection of FATF Bills in the Expediency Council
Kazem Sedighi, the Tehran Friday Prayer Leader, has called for the rejection of FATF-related bills in the Expediency Council, labeling them as self-sanctioning. This comes…
Khamenei's Advice to Those Accustomed to Traveling Abroad
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized the trend of foreign travel among Iranians, linking it to economic pressures imposed by enemies to demoralize the population. He emphasized the…
"Home"; The Generation of "Oblivion" and the Generation of "Religious Hypocrisy"
The film "Home" explores themes of generational conflict, religious hypocrisy, and societal illness in Iran, focusing on a complex family dynamic. Despite its intriguing premise,…
Judiciary Spokesman Confirms Reports of Arrest of Two Religious Figures
The Iranian judiciary confirmed the arrest of two prominent religious figures, with one released on bail. Allegations of espionage related to a French embassy employee…
Arrest Warrants Issued for Two Governors and Summons for Five Others Due to Electoral Crimes
The Tehran Prosecutor General announced the issuance of arrest warrants for two governors and the indictment of one governor due to electoral crimes, with several…
Rohani: Steps Must Be Taken to Manage Women's High Positions Gradually
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need for gradual steps to improve women's representation in high-level positions, criticizing patriarchal views as un-Islamic. He acknowledged the…
JCPOA, Elections, and the Shadow of War Over the Country: Khamenei Against Rouhani
The article discusses the conflict between Iranian President Rouhani and Supreme Leader Khamenei regarding the JCPOA and the perception of war threats. Khamenei disputes Rouhani's…
National Reconciliation: A Hollow and Fruitless Plan to Approach Khamenei
The religious reformists in Iran have proposed a 'National Reconciliation' plan to engage with Khamenei following Rafsanjani's death, but the plan lacks clarity and substance.…
Two Members of Rouhani's Government: Reformists Should Follow Leader's Guidelines for National Reconciliation
Two members of Rouhani's government emphasize the need for reformists to strengthen their ties with Supreme Leader Khamenei to achieve national reconciliation. This comes amid…
Rohani: Everyone Should Be Able to Participate in Elections Freely
President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the importance of free participation in elections, criticizing violence and division among Iranians. His comments come amid speculation about his potential…
Legal Deputy of Rouhani: Military Involvement in Elections is Prohibited Even 'Behind the Scenes'
Majid Ansari, the legal deputy of the Iranian President, stated that military personnel cannot participate in elections, even behind the scenes, referencing the late Ayatollah…
Rouhani: I Will Strive to Implement the Constitution Even If It Is Unpleasant for Some
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani stated he will strive to implement the Constitution, despite potential unpopularity, amidst a backdrop of criticism regarding freedom of expression. This…
Criticism from Rouhani's Legal Deputy on 'Dual Treatment of Press and Media Inequality'
Majid Ansari, the legal deputy of President Rouhani, criticized the unequal treatment of media in Iran, highlighting the government's commitment to freedom of expression while…