January 2015
Combatant Clergy Assembly: Rouhani Should Resolve House Arrest with Supreme Leader's Support
The Combatant Clergy Assembly has called on President Rouhani to resolve the house arrest of opposition figures Mousavi and Karroubi with the support of Supreme…
Senior Quds Force Official: We Must Establish Our Power in the West Bank
Iraj Masjedi, a senior IRGC official, emphasized the need for Iran to strengthen its influence in the West Bank as part of its strategic depth…
Saeed Razavi Faqih Hospitalized with 'Handcuffs and Legcuffs'
Saeed Razavi Faqih, a political prisoner and reformist journalist, is hospitalized under strict security measures after undergoing heart surgery. He has been isolated and forbidden…
Analysis of Iran's Leader Advisor's Visit to Moscow and Meeting with Putin
Ali Akbar Velayati, Iran's international affairs advisor, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss political and economic cooperation as well as nuclear negotiations. The…
Rahimi to Ahmadinejad: Today's Convicted Rahimi Suffers from Your Stubbornness and Disgraces
Mohammad Reza Rahimi, former first vice president of Iran, criticized Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in a letter, claiming that he suffers from Ahmadinejad's stubbornness and occasional disgraces.…
Jannati: Hitting the Mouths of 'Fools' and Leaders Lacking 'Honor'
Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati criticized influential figures in Iran for advocating compromise with the West regarding nuclear negotiations, condemned the Charlie Hebdo cartoons, and expressed anger…
Netanyahu: Possibility of Final Agreement Between P5+1 and Iran in Coming Weeks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that a final nuclear agreement between Iran and world powers could be reached in the coming weeks, but…
Ahmad Jannati: Four Idiots Speak of Lifting House Arrest
Ahmad Jannati criticized calls to lift the house arrest of opposition leaders Mir Hossein Mousavi and Mehdi Karroubi, labeling such discussions as foolish. He emphasized…
Disagreement Among Principlists Regarding Developments in Saudi Arabia
King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has passed away, leading to a wave of condolences from global leaders and a transition to King Salman. Iranian newspapers…
Javad Karimi Qoddousi: The Leader is the Biggest Critic of Nuclear Negotiations
Javad Karimi Qoddousi, a member of Iran's Parliament, claims that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is the biggest critic of the nuclear negotiations with the P5+1,…
Attack on Abdullah Momeni with a Machete
Abdullah Momeni, a former student activist and spokesperson for the Graduates Organization of Iran, was attacked by two assailants with a machete outside his home.…
Obama Warns Congress: I Will Veto Increased Sanctions on Iran
President Obama warned Congress that he would veto any bill to increase sanctions on Iran, emphasizing that such actions could jeopardize diplomatic efforts regarding Iran's…
Zarif and Kerry's Talks Continued Late into Wednesday Night
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif engaged in extensive talks in Geneva to advance discussions on Iran's nuclear…
Letter to Ayatollah Khamenei; Request for the Release of Political Prisoners
Ahmad Montazeri has appealed to Ayatollah Khamenei to end the Guardian Council's electoral oversight and to free political prisoners. This request highlights ongoing concerns about…
Rouhani: Iran Seeks Closer Cooperation with the European Union
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani expressed a desire for closer ties with the EU during a meeting with Cyprus's Foreign Minister. This cooperation aims to combat…
Ayatollah Khamenei: Strictness Towards 'Infidels' Instead of Condemning Terrorism
Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized the importance of unity among Muslims while denying religious pluralism and advocating strictness towards non-believers. He made no mention of the recent…
Visit of Officials from Iran's Supreme Leader's Office to Nuclear Facilities in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan
Officials from the office of Iran's Supreme Leader visited key nuclear facilities amid rising internal political disputes over the nuclear program. This visit highlights the…
Hezbollah Leader: Takfiris Insult the Prophet More Than Cartoons
Hassan Nasrallah criticized takfiri groups for insulting the Prophet Muhammad through violent actions, claiming these insults surpass those of cartoonists. He called for unity among…
Islamists in War Against Individual and Social Freedoms
The article discusses the Islamist movements' war against individual and social freedoms, highlighting their use of freedoms in the West while simultaneously opposing them for…
230 Members of Parliament Consider the House Arrest of Green Movement Leaders 'Legal'
230 Iranian parliament members have declared the house arrest of Green Movement leaders Mir Hossein Mousavi and Mehdi Karroubi as legal, urging the judiciary to…
Concerns Over Negative Impact of Population Growth Plan on HIV Transmission in Iran
The head of Iran's AIDS department has raised concerns about the potential increase in HIV transmission due to the government's population growth plan and reduced…
Why America Should Not Fear the Failure of Negotiations with Iran
The article discusses the U.S. government's realization that achieving a comprehensive nuclear agreement with Iran is unlikely, despite extending the temporary deal. It argues that…
Guardian Council Member: Some Council Members Violated the Law in the 2009 Elections
Mohsen Esmaeili, a member of Iran's Guardian Council, admitted that some members violated the law during the controversial 2009 presidential elections by taking biased positions…
Khamenei's Costly Display of Power in Iraq and the Region
The article discusses Iran's significant financial investments in religious sites in Iraq amidst its own economic struggles, highlighting the contrast between domestic poverty and external…
The Average Age of Marriage for Men in Iran Has Reached 28 Years
The average age of marriage in Iran has increased to 28 for men and 24 for women, with fertility rates dropping below replacement levels. This…
The Endless Challenge of House Arrest and the Future of Rouhani's Government
The article discusses the ongoing debate within the Iranian government regarding the house arrest of Green Movement leaders, highlighting four different approaches to their situation.…
Interim Friday Prayer Leader of Tehran: The Sedition Has Not Been Rooted Out
Kazem Sedighi, the interim Friday prayer leader of Tehran, asserted that the sedition from the 2009 protests has not been eradicated, warning of the continued…
Iraq in 2014; Between the 'Islamic State' and the Islamic Republic
In 2014, Iraq faced severe internal violence and the rise of ISIS following the withdrawal of foreign forces. The political landscape was complicated by the…
Major Cities Surrounded by 11 Million Marginalized Residents
Iran's major cities are facing a growing crisis of marginalization, with the number of marginalized residents rising to 11 million. The government is implementing new…