June 2015
June 26, 2015
Ejei's Attack on the Minister of Culture: We Cannot Neglect Our Duties
The Iranian Judiciary's First Deputy criticized the Ministry of Culture's handling of concert licenses, accusing officials of promoting corruption and vice. This tension highlights ongoing…
June 9, 2015
Jannati Receives His Second Yellow Card from Parliament
Iranian Minister of Culture Ali Jannati received a second yellow card from parliament for failing to satisfactorily explain restrictions on freedom of expression related to…
June 3, 2015
Conflicting Reports from Iranian Officials on the Trial of Jeddah Airport Officers
Iranian officials are reporting conflicting information regarding the trial of two police officers from Jeddah Airport accused of sexually assaulting two Iranian teenagers. The Iranian…