Mehdi Mahdavi Azad
Political Analyst
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The FATF has extended Iran's deadline for approving anti-money laundering legislation, reflecting a desire to avoid a deadlock. While two of four proposed bills have…
Developments in Venezuela Reflected in Iranian Social Media
On Wednesday, Venezuelans protested against President Maduro, with opposition leader Juan Guaido declaring himself interim president. Many Iranians are drawing parallels between Venezuela's crisis and…
Zarif Changes the Subject and Makes a Preemptive Move
Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran's Foreign Minister, defended the government's treatment of religious minorities during a meeting in the U.S., claiming that there is no discrimination…
The Role of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Its Intelligence Unit in Responding to Recent Protests in Iran
Senior IRGC officials have denied involvement in the protests, while local commanders report arrests of protesters, highlighting a potential disconnect within the organization. This situation…
Multi-layered Struggles of Ahmadinejad's Faction and Khamenei's Silence
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and his associates are escalating their conflict with the judiciary, particularly targeting Sadeq Larijani. Ahmadinejad's recent criticisms and legal discourse…
Salehi: We can resume 20% enrichment within five days
Ali Akbar Salehi announced that Iran could resume 20% uranium enrichment at Fordow within five days if the government decides to do so, emphasizing the…
Iran's Attorney General: Security Forces Should Be Aware of Enemy Infiltration
Iran's Attorney General warned of enemy infiltration among security forces, urging vigilance against perceived threats. This reflects ongoing concerns within the Iranian regime about external…
Zarif: Threats Against Iran Will Not Work
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that threats and sanctions from the U.S. will not deter Iran, emphasizing the need for mutual respect. He…
The Beginning of 'Hashimi Removal'
The offices of advisors to the late Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani have been sealed in a move seen as part of a broader campaign to erase…
Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic Reiterates Opposition to Any Negotiation with the U.S.
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has reiterated his opposition to negotiations with the U.S., citing absolute distrust and claiming such talks hinder progress. He emphasized the…
Domestic Politics and 'Confusion After the JCPOA'
The article discusses the complexities of Iran's domestic politics following the JCPOA, highlighting the conflicting views of leaders like Khamenei and Rouhani, and the evolving…
Hassan Rouhani's Renewed Call for the Return of Elites to the Country
Hassan Rouhani has reiterated the importance of educated Iranians returning from abroad, citing that 200 elites have returned recently. Despite this, concerns remain about the…
Speculations Surrounding Qassem Soleimani's Presence at the Velayat Faction Meeting
Qassem Soleimani addressed the Velayat faction meeting, discussing the internal disagreements within the Iranian leadership regarding Syria and criticizing U.S. policies in the region. His…
Psychological Warfare in Iran Regarding Compliance with the JCPOA by the U.S.
Iranian officials are defending the country's missile program amidst Western criticism following recent missile tests. Key figures like Ali Larijani and Abbas Araghchi assert that…
The Beginning of 'Attacks on Rouhani's Government' in 2016
Iranian military and judicial leaders have begun a coordinated campaign against President Rouhani's government, citing threats of infiltration and asserting that the U.S. has not…
The Velayat-e Faqih and 'Council Leadership'
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has suggested that the leadership of the Islamic Republic could become a council in the absence of a suitable individual, leading to…
Land Grabbing and Political Structure
Mostafa Pourmohammadi, Iran's Justice Minister, claims that land grabbing has ceased in the country, while political analyst Mehdi Mahdavi Azad argues that this issue has…
All Charges Against the Executive Deputy of a President
Hamid Reza Baghaei, the executive deputy of former President Ahmadinejad, has been arrested amid various allegations of economic misconduct. The lack of clarity regarding the…
Ahmadinejad's Position in the 'Yekta' Organization
A new political party named 'Yekta' has been formed by some former ministers of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, without his consultation. This emergence reflects a chaotic political…
The Struggle Over 'Dirty Money' and Electoral Alignments
The article discusses the escalating debate over 'dirty money' in Iranian politics, particularly in the context of upcoming parliamentary elections. Key factions, including supporters of…