December 2016
Ceasefire Agreement Signed Between Assad and Opposition; Russia to Reduce Its Forces
A ceasefire agreement has been signed between the Syrian government and armed opposition, with Russia announcing a reduction of its military forces in Syria. This…
Those Three Million People and These Two Million People
The article discusses the contrasting demographics of Iranian society, highlighting the claims of the Islamic Republic regarding mass mobilization versus actual participation in state-sponsored events.…
Jannati: Mousavi and Karroubi Deserve Serious Trial, Not Freedom
Ahmad Jannati, Secretary of the Guardian Council, stated that Mir Hossein Mousavi and Mehdi Karroubi deserve serious trial rather than freedom, labeling them as 'foot…
Khamenei: The January 9, 2009 Protests Were an Unprecedented Incident
Ayatollah Khamenei praised the January 9, 2009 protests as a demonstration of the Islamic Republic's power, while contrasting views from other officials and ongoing house…
Motahari: Karimi Qodosi Misrepresented Confidential Information
A dispute has arisen in the Iranian parliament over the misrepresentation of Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif's remarks about the JCPOA by MP Jawad Karimi…
Larijani: The Foreign Minister's Remarks Refer to a Part of the JCPOA, Not Its Entirety
Ali Larijani confirmed that the controversial remarks by Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif pertain to a specific aspect of the JCPOA rather than the agreement…
Collecting Signatures in Parliament for the Release of Mohammad Javad Zarif's Statements
Javad Karimi Qoddusi is leading efforts in the Iranian Parliament to broadcast statements made by former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, which include admissions of…
Air Defense Fires at IRIB Drone Near Khamenei's Office
An IRIB drone was shot down by air defense forces near the office of Iran's Supreme Leader after it entered a no-fly zone while attempting…
Reflections on the Change of the Head of the Basij Organization
Gholamhossein Ghaibpour has replaced Mohammadreza Naqdi as the head of the Basij Organization in Iran, a change that reflects the regime's ongoing efforts to maintain…
A Member of Parliament Criticizes 'Secrecy' in Announcing Social Damage Statistics
Abdolreza Azizi, a member of the Iranian Parliament, criticized the government's secrecy regarding social damage statistics, particularly concerning the rise of AIDS. He called for…
Khamenei: British Official Shamelessly Claims Iran is a Regional Threat
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei condemned British officials for labeling Iran as a regional threat, asserting that Britain has historically been a source of evil in the…
Tehran Prosecutor Accuses 'Enemy' of Exploiting Labor Protests
Tehran's prosecutor has accused foreign adversaries of exploiting labor protests to undermine the Islamic regime, citing a significant increase in such protests in recent years.…
Rohani Holds Some Regional Islamic Countries Responsible for Recent 'Crimes'
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani accused unnamed Islamic countries of supporting terrorism and contributing to regional violence during a speech at the International Unity Conference. He…
Khamenei: Regional Crises Are Not Related to Shia and Sunni
Ayatollah Khamenei condemned the U.S. as the main cause of regional crises, asserting that these issues are unrelated to sectarian divisions between Shia and Sunni.…
New Basij Commander: I Stand by My Position and Consider the Leaders of the Sedition Politically Impure
Gholamhossein Ghaibparvar, the new commander of the Basij Organization, reiterated his stance that the leaders of the 2009 election protests, Mir Hossein Mousavi and Mehdi…
Member of Parliament: Many teenagers are waiting to be sent to Syria and Iraq
A senior Iranian official revealed that over one million individuals, many of whom are teenagers, are waiting to be deployed to Syria and Iraq, pending…
Alamolhoda: They Want to Blame the Leader for the Failure of the JCPOA
Ahmad Alamolhoda accused government officials of attempting to blame the Supreme Leader for the failure of the JCPOA, following the U.S. Senate's approval to extend…
Daughters of Mousavi Express Serious Concerns About Their Father's Health
Mir Hossein Mousavi's daughters have raised serious concerns about their father's health, revealing he has suffered from a dangerous illness. The report highlights ongoing issues…
Tehran Friday Prayer Leader Calls 'Long Live Reforms' Slogan a Sign of 'Enemy Infiltration'
Kazem Sedighi, the Tehran Friday Prayer leader, condemned the 'Long Live Reforms' slogan on Student Day, claiming it signifies enemy infiltration in Iran. He criticized…
Response to the Extension of Sanctions Law; Joint Committee on JCPOA Holds Meeting
Iran's ambassador to the UN condemned the US Congress's extension of sanctions as a violation of the JCPOA, prompting a meeting of Iran's Joint Committee…
Saudi Arabia Sentences 15 People to Death on Charges of 'Spying for Iran'
Saudi Arabia has sentenced 15 individuals to death for allegedly spying for Iran, with additional sentences for others involved. The case highlights ongoing tensions between…
Rouhani: Are We Going to Let Them Tear Up the JCPOA?
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has expressed defiance against potential actions by US President-elect Donald Trump to undermine the nuclear deal (JCPOA), emphasizing that Iran will…
Montazeri's Circle as the Link Between Reformists, Moderates, and Principlists
The special court's ruling against Ahmad Montazeri, reducing his sentence to 6 years, highlights the ongoing justice crisis in Iran and the regime's fear of…
Zarif: Extension of Sanctions Will Undermine America's Credibility
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized the U.S. Senate's approval of extending sanctions against Iran, claiming it would undermine America's international credibility. The sanctions,…
White House Spokesperson: Secretary of State Has Authority to Remove Nuclear Sanctions from 'Iran Sanctions Act'
The White House has indicated that President Obama is likely to sign a 10-year extension of the Iran Sanctions Act, which allows the Secretary of…
Member of Parliament: Russia's Use of Nojeh Base Was a Mistake
Iranian parliament members are debating the implications of Russia's use of the Nojeh airbase, with some labeling it a mistake while others see it as…
Iran's Foreign Ministry: US Extension of Sanctions Violates JCPOA
The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the US Congress's decision to extend sanctions against Iran for another 10 years, claiming it violates the JCPOA. Both major…
Engineering National Pride with Nothing
The article discusses the phenomenon of record-setting in Iran, particularly under the Ahmadinejad administration, highlighting how these records serve as a distraction from pressing social…
U.S. Senate Votes to Extend Iran Sanctions Law
The U.S. Senate has voted overwhelmingly to extend the Iran sanctions law for another decade, sending the bill to the President for signature. This move…
White House: After Senate Approval, Obama Will Decide on Signing the 'Iran Sanctions Act'
The White House indicated that President Obama will decide whether to sign the extension of the Iran Sanctions Act after the Senate votes on it.…