Sadegh Zibakalam
صادق زیباکلام
Political analyst
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View Timeline →US Calls for Stricter Oversight on Iran's Nuclear Program Amid Negotiations
US envoy Steve Witkoff indicated a potential willingness for limited uranium enrichment by Iran but later emphasized the need for Tehran to halt its nuclear…
Iran's Government Imprisons Political Commentator Sadegh Zibakalam for Dissent
Iran's judiciary has confirmed the imprisonment of political commentator Sadegh Zibakalam for charges related to making false statements and engaging in propaganda against the regime.…
Arrest of Iranian Academic Sadegh Zibakalam: A Warning to Dissenters?
Sadegh Zibakalam, a prominent Iranian academic known for his criticism of the regime, has been arrested, raising concerns among other critics about potential repercussions for…
Widespread Reactions to Faezah Hashemi's Letter from Evin Prison Criticizing Some Female Political Prisoners
Faezah Hashemi's letter from Evin prison criticizing some female political prisoners has sparked widespread reactions, with some supporting her views while others vehemently oppose them,…
Forensic Medicine Suspends the Imprisonment of Sadegh Zibakalam for Four Months
Sadegh Zibakalam, a political activist suffering from advanced cancer, has had his prison sentence suspended for four months by a forensic medicine commission. This decision…
Iran and the Presidential Elections; From Political Blockage to Artists' Indifference
Iran is facing multiple crises as it approaches its presidential elections, including diplomatic tensions, political blockage, economic sanctions, and social issues like mandatory hijab. The…
Media in Iran Reported that Sadegh Zibakalam has Cancer
Sadegh Zibakalam, a prominent Iranian university professor and political commentator, has been diagnosed with cancer while imprisoned. Activist Azar Mansouri has called for his immediate…
Judiciary Reiterates Enforcement of Zibakalam's Sentence; Legal Compliance Affirmed
Sadegh Zibakalam, a prominent political analyst and university professor, was arrested in Iran due to previous convictions related to propaganda against the regime. His arrest…
Sadegh Zibakalam Transferred to Prison on Charges of 'Propaganda Against the Regime and Dissemination of False Information'
Sadegh Zibakalam, a prominent political analyst and professor, was arrested and sentenced to prison for charges related to propaganda against the regime and dissemination of…
Sadegh Zibakalam, University Professor and Government Critic, Arrested and Transferred to Prison
Sadegh Zibakalam, a prominent university professor and critic of the Iranian government, has been arrested and transferred to prison due to multiple legal cases against…
Judiciary of the Islamic Republic Files Charges Against Eight Notable Figures for Comments on Kerman Incident
The Iranian judiciary has filed charges against eight prominent figures for their comments regarding the Kerman explosions, which ISIS has claimed responsibility for. This incident…
Deputy of the American Foreign Policy Council Think Tank: Proxy War Between the Islamic Republic and Israel Will Intensify
Eliot Berman from the American Foreign Policy Council warns that the proxy war between Iran and Israel is intensifying, particularly with Hezbollah's involvement. Following a…
Sara Masoumi, Critical Journalist, Sentenced to Imprisonment and Fine
Sara Masoumi, a journalist critical of the Iranian government, has been sentenced to 6 months in prison and fined for allegedly spreading false information through…
Continuation of 'Serial Poisoning' Incidents | Illness of Schoolgirls in Ahvaz Following 'Inhalation' of Gas; Governorate: It's a Natural Incident
The Khuzestan governorate has downplayed the illness of schoolgirls in Ahvaz, attributing it to a 'natural incident' related to gas inhalation, despite ongoing concerns about…
Introduction of Riyadh's Ambassador in Tehran Concurrent with the Visit of the Islamic Republic's Minister of Economy to Saudi Arabia
The Iranian Minister of Economy visited Saudi Arabia for the first time since the resumption of relations, coinciding with Riyadh's introduction of its ambassador in…
Reopening of Embassies of the Islamic Republic and Saudi Arabia in the Coming Days
The embassies of Iran and Saudi Arabia are set to reopen following a recent agreement between their foreign ministers, facilitated by Oman and Iraq. This…
Ali Daei Summoned for Collecting Public Donations
Ali Daei has been summoned to court for collecting donations for earthquake victims, expressing frustration over the lack of support from officials. Sadegh Zibakalam was…
The Reflection of Rouhani's Presence in Parliament; Who Outmaneuvered Whom?
Hassan Rouhani's recent appearance in Parliament failed to satisfy both representatives and the public, leading to widespread criticism on social media. Many believe he prioritized…
Bank Accounts of 'Four Famous Individuals' Related to Aid for Earthquake Victims 'Have Been Frozen'
The accounts of four celebrities who attempted to collect donations for Kermanshah earthquake victims have been frozen by the authorities, leading to criticism from officials…
Criticism of Burning the American Flag in Iran's Parliament
In the Iranian Parliament, representatives burned the American flag and a symbolic paper representing the JCPOA in response to the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement.…