January 2016
Rohani: We Must Not Turn Our Backs on the Ballot Boxes Under Any Circumstances
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the importance of public participation in elections and criticized the disqualification of many candidates, urging the Guardian Council to restore…
Isfahan Friday Prayer Leader: Opponents of Supervisory Oversight Are Children
Yousef Tabatabai-Nejad, the Imam of Isfahan, criticized opponents of the Guardian Council's supervisory oversight, calling them immature and warning against being misled by disqualified candidates.…
Former Chief Commander of the Army Mohammad Salimi Passes Away
Major General Mohammad Salimi, former Chief Commander of the Iranian Army, has died at the age of 78 after a period of illness. His career…
Commander of the IRGC: The Islamic Republic Has No Security or Defense Concerns Today
The commander of the IRGC claims that Iran currently faces no security threats, emphasizing a shift in focus to cultural concerns, which he argues are…
Iran Violated International Regulations by Detaining American Sailors
Iran detained 10 American sailors, claiming navigational errors led to their entry into Iranian waters. U.S. officials and maritime law experts argue this action violates…
Representative of the Supreme Leader: Westernizers Seek a Moderate and Passive Parliament
Ali Saeedi, the representative of the Supreme Leader in the IRGC, criticized Westernizers for seeking a passive parliament and called for a revolutionary assembly. His…
Rafsanjani's Defense of People's Rights: What Motivates It?
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has publicly called for free elections and freedom of expression, opposing repression and criticizing hardliners. His statements position him as a political…
Military Personnel and Khamenei's Appointees in Provincial Supervisory Committees
A recent analysis of the Guardian Council's provincial supervisory committees reveals that many members are affiliated with military and judicial institutions, particularly those appointed by…
Confirmation of Arrest of Main Perpetrator of Attack on Saudi Embassy
The Iranian authorities have confirmed the arrest of Sheikh Hassan Kordmihan, the alleged mastermind behind the recent attack on the Saudi embassy in Tehran, along…
Chinese President: Seeking a 'New Chapter' in Relations with Iran
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Tehran, expressing hopes for a new chapter in Iran-China relations following the lifting of sanctions. He and Iranian President Hassan…
U.S. Hopes for Saudi Embassy Reopening in Tehran
A senior U.S. official expressed hope for the reopening of the Saudi embassy in Tehran amid ongoing tensions following the execution of a Shia cleric…
Implementation of the Vienna Nuclear Agreement and Concerns of Critics
The article discusses the implementation of the Vienna nuclear agreement and the contrasting views of its supporters and critics. While the Iranian government emphasizes the…
New Report: Iran's Oil Production Will Reach Pre-Sanction Levels Next Year
The U.S. Energy Information Administration predicts that Iran's oil production will return to pre-sanction levels by 2017, reaching 3.7 million barrels per day. This increase…
Ashraf Boroujerdi: We Have Candidates Among Conservatives 'United with Reforms'
Ashraf Boroujerdi, a reformist activist, revealed that there are candidates among conservatives aligned with reformists for the upcoming parliamentary elections. This comes amid widespread disqualifications…
Attackers on Saudi Embassy 'Had Years of Religious and Charitable Activities'
The Iranian Deputy Security Minister revealed that the attackers on the Saudi embassy were directed by someone abroad and had a history of religious and…
Protest Letters from Disqualified Candidates to the Guardian Council
Reformist candidates in Iran are protesting their disqualification by the Guardian Council, with prominent figures like Mostafa Moein leading the charge. The Minister of Interior…
Salehi: The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action Monitoring Committee Will Review New US Sanctions
Ali Akbar Salehi announced that the JCPOA Monitoring Committee will meet to address new US sanctions on Iran's missile program. Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized these…
Interior Ministry: Leader of the Attack on Saudi Embassy Abroad Arrested
The Iranian Interior Ministry announced the arrest of an individual abroad who led the attack on the Saudi embassy in Tehran. The attack was described…
Lift of Sanctions and 'Increased Influence and Power of the Revolutionary Guards'
Reuters reports that the IRGC has gained significantly during international sanctions and will likely benefit the most from the lifting of these sanctions, increasing its…
Khamenei: I Said Those Who Do Not Accept the Regime Should Vote, Not Send Them to Parliament
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei addressed recent criticisms regarding disqualifications of election candidates, asserting that those who do not accept the regime should not be allowed…
Arrest of the 'Commander' of the Embassy Attack: 'A Weak and Superficial Individual'
The article discusses the reactions to the disqualification of candidates for Iran's parliamentary elections, highlighting efforts by political leaders to negotiate with the Guardian Council.…
Rouhani Refers to Implementation of JCPOA: We Are the Only Exceptional Case in the World
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the unique position of Iran in the context of international negotiations, claiming that the JCPOA implementation marks a significant achievement…
Implementation of the JCPOA Alone is Not Enough
The article discusses the limitations of the JCPOA in addressing Iran's economic and political challenges, emphasizing that lifting sanctions alone is insufficient without significant internal…
Tehran Prosecutor: Three Main Suspects of the Attack on the Saudi Embassy Arrested
Three key suspects in the attack on the Saudi embassy in Tehran have been arrested, according to the Tehran prosecutor. The arrests come amid heightened…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-142
The radio program "At Five O'Clock" discusses recent events in Iran, including U.S. President Trump's comments on Iran's actions and the potential for military options.…
Kremlin: Obama and Putin Call for De-escalation of Tensions Between Tehran and Riyadh
The Kremlin announced that Presidents Obama and Putin have called for reducing tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia amid a diplomatic crisis following the execution…
Interview with Ahmad Montazeri on the Proposal for 'National Reconciliation in Iran'
Hosseini Ansari-Rad has called on Supreme Leader Khamenei to address unresolved disputes from the 2009 elections and to free political prisoners. This letter critiques the…
Ahmadinejad's Former Police Chief: Special Committee Reported Daily to Leader During 2009 Protests
Ismail Ahmadinejad, former police chief, disclosed that a special committee reported daily to Supreme Leader Khamenei during the 2009 election protests. He criticized the Ministry…
Tajikistan Halts Student Dispatch to Iran
Tajikistan has suspended sending students to Iran due to security concerns and Iran's failure to fulfill its commitments regarding student admissions. This decision follows recent…
Atomic Energy Organization: Removal of Arak Reactor Core Not Yet Completed
The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran clarified that the removal of the Arak reactor core is not yet complete, despite earlier reports. This comes as…
Haghighatpour: Attack on Saudi Embassy Was by Supporters of Sadeq Shirazi
The Iranian Parliament's Vice Chairman accused supporters of Ayatollah Sadeq Shirazi of attacking the Saudi embassy, while a rival outlet dismissed the claim, attributing the…
The Defeat of Religious Reformists in the 2016 Elections
The article discusses the challenges faced by Iranian reformists ahead of the 2016 parliamentary elections, highlighting their fragmentation and the authoritarian regime's tactics to undermine…
Zarif's Letter to Ban: We Have Repeatedly Messaged That We Are Ready to Talk to Saudi Arabia
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has sent a letter to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, stating Iran's readiness for dialogue with Saudi Arabia amid ongoing…
Kerry: Iran's Nuclear Agreement Likely to Be Implemented in a Few Days
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announced that the Iran nuclear agreement is likely to be implemented soon, as Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif confirmed Tehran's…
Prospects Ahead for Hassan Khomeini
Hassan Rouhani's call for accountability regarding the attack on the Saudi embassy has garnered support from various Iranian newspapers, highlighting a unified stance against lawlessness.…
Erdogan Calls Recent Executions in Saudi Arabia an Internal Matter
Turkish President Erdogan described the recent executions in Saudi Arabia as an internal legal matter, while criticizing Iran for failing to protect Saudi diplomatic missions…
Zarif: Iran is not seeking tension in the region
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that Iran does not seek regional tension and emphasizes interaction with neighbors. He accused Saudi Arabia of undermining…
Bahrain Cuts All Flights to Iran
Bahrain has suspended all flights to and from Iran and severed political relations following protests in Iran against the execution of Shia cleric Sheikh Nimr…
Commander of Tehran's IRGC: Attack on Saudi Embassy was a Very Wrong Act
The commander of Tehran's IRGC condemned the recent organized attack on the Saudi embassy, stating it was unjustifiable and not executed by loyal forces. This…
Adel al-Jubeir: Cutting Relations with Iran Does Not Include Hajj
Saudi Arabia has severed diplomatic relations with Iran, affecting trade and travel but allowing Iranian pilgrims for Hajj. This decision follows the execution of a…
The Attack Plan on the Saudi Embassy Was 'Precise'
On Saturday night, protesters attacked the Saudi embassy in Tehran in response to the execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, with reports indicating that the attack…
Fars: Saudi Arabia's Efforts for a Unified Gulf Cooperation Council Action Against Iran
Saudi Arabia is actively trying to persuade Gulf countries to sever ties with Iran following the recent attack on its embassy in Tehran and the…
Consequences of the Execution of Nimr and the Attack on the Saudi Embassy
The execution of Shia cleric Nimr Baqir al-Nimr has led to heightened tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia, with Iranian officials condemning the execution while…
The Republic of Disqualifications
As the registration for candidates for the upcoming elections closes, tensions rise within Iran's political factions, particularly between reformists and conservatives. The Guardian Council's role…
Will the Seizure and Destruction of Embassies in Iran Come to an End?
The article discusses the ongoing trend of embassy attacks in Iran, particularly focusing on the recent seizure of the Saudi embassy. It highlights the motivations…
Khamenei: The Hand of Divine Revenge Will Grasp Saudi Officials
Ayatollah Khamenei condemned the execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr in Saudi Arabia, threatening divine revenge against Saudi officials. This incident has escalated tensions between Iran…
Ambition and Expansionism of the Islamic Republic: Foundations and Consequences
The article discusses the Islamic Republic of Iran's expansionist ambitions and military interventions in the Middle East, highlighting its sectarian approach and the consequences of…