February 2016
How the Victory of Reformists in Tehran Will Shape the Parliament?
The Iranian Minister of Interior announced a 62% voter turnout in the recent elections, with all reformist candidates in Tehran winning seats. This victory raises…
Khamenei Praises Public Participation in Elections on March 1
Ayatollah Khamenei praised public participation in the recent elections and urged elected officials to maintain a strong stance against foreign influence and prioritize national interests.…
Elections 94; Hassan Rouhani the 'Most Likely Candidate' for the Next Leader
The article discusses the potential succession of Ayatollah Khamenei, highlighting Hassan Rouhani as a strong candidate for the next leader of Iran. It reflects on…
Participation = Legitimacy? Sanctions = Inaction?
The article discusses the significance of the Iranian elections and the implications of voter participation or boycotting. It highlights the current political climate, including external…
Reflection of Iran's Elections on March 7 in European Media
European media extensively covered the Iranian elections on March 7, highlighting the active participation of women and the political dynamics between hardliners and reformists. Reports…
The Influence of Leadership and the Revolutionary Guard on Elections
The article discusses the controversial influence of the Guardian Council and other powerful entities, including the leadership office of Ayatollah Khamenei and the Revolutionary Guard,…
Who Managed the Assemblies After the Revolution?
The article discusses the five individuals who have presided over Iran's assemblies since the 1979 Revolution, highlighting their political careers and current status. Key figures…
Are Economic Problems Important for the 'Principlists'?
The article discusses how economic issues have become a focal point for the Principlist candidates in Iran's upcoming parliamentary elections, despite their historical emphasis on…
Khamenei: The Enemy Calls Hezbollah Supporters Extremists and the Submissive Moderates
Supreme Leader Khamenei warned against using the enemy's political language ahead of the elections, labeling Hezbollah supporters as extremists and those who submit to the…
Mahdi Chamran Reports Cherry Prices at 100,000 Tomans per Kilogram in Tehran
Mahdi Chamran criticized the high prices of foreign fruits in Tehran, reporting cherries at 100,000 tomans per kilogram. He called for stronger measures against fruit…
Targeted Participation with Adjusted Expectations; Ardshir Amir Arjamand's Perspective
Ardshir Amir Arjamand, an advisor to Mir Hossein Mousavi, calls for targeted participation in the upcoming elections in Iran, despite widespread disqualifications and ongoing house…
Khamenei Calls for Promotion of Shia Islam in Azerbaijan During Meeting with Aliyev
Ayatollah Khamenei urged the promotion of Shia Islam in Azerbaijan during a meeting with President Ilham Aliyev, suggesting it would enhance public support for the…
Tehran Police Chief: We Will Confront Political Faction Supporters' Meetings
Tehran's police chief has announced a crackdown on political faction meetings during the election campaign, emphasizing readiness to confront any disturbances. This comes as elections…
Four Reasons to Encourage Participation in the 94 Elections and Their Critique
The article critiques the arguments for participating in the upcoming elections in Iran, highlighting that many opponents of the Islamic Republic do not wish to…
10 Notable Sessions of the Islamic Consultative Assembly
The article reviews ten significant sessions of the Iranian Parliament, highlighting key political events and conflicts from the post-revolution era. Notable figures such as Abolhassan…
Formation of the IRGC Airborne Unit by Order of the Supreme Leader
The IRGC is forming a new Airborne Unit under the command of the Supreme Leader, transferring helicopters from its Aerospace Force to enhance military capabilities.…
Why Are Khamenei and His Associates Worried About the Election Results and Afraid?
The article discusses the concerns of Ayatollah Khamenei and his associates regarding the upcoming elections in Iran, where extensive disqualifications of reformist candidates have been…
IRGC: Saberins Unit is Present in Syria
The IRGC has confirmed the presence of its Saberins unit in Syria and Iraq, claiming their mission is advisory to protect Shiite holy sites. This…
A Parliament That Does Not Seek Economic Opening Will Ruin the Country
The article discusses the political landscape leading up to Iran's parliamentary elections, highlighting the strategies of different factions, particularly conservatives and reformists. Key figures like…
Hassan Rouhani's Deputy: 60% of Iran's Economy Does Not Pay Taxes
Elham Aminzadeh, Iran's Vice President, revealed that 60% of the Iranian economy does not pay taxes, with only 32% of those liable actually contributing. This…
Controversial Days of the Ninth Parliament
The ninth term of the Iranian parliament, which began in June 2012, has been marked by significant controversies and confrontations, particularly involving President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad…
Why Are Reformists and Moderates Seeking to Oust Sadegh Larijani?
Reformists and moderates in Iran are seeking to oust Sadegh Larijani, the head of the judiciary, due to his role in human rights violations and…
Iran's Leader: Destroying the Guardian Council is Aligning with Enemies
Ayatollah Khamenei warned against undermining the Guardian Council, labeling it as a foreign plot to delegitimize upcoming elections in Iran. He criticized internal voices questioning…
Taghi Rahmani: The People's Vote is the Only Limitation on Power
Taghi Rahmani discusses the nature of elections in Iran, emphasizing that while they are not free, public participation is still crucial. He reflects on the…
Overview of the Most Controversial Resolutions of the Ninth Parliament
The article reviews the controversial resolutions passed by Iran's ninth parliament, which operated during the final years of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's presidency and the early years…
Iran's Foreign Ministry: House Arrest Issue Not Related to Foreign Countries
Iran's Foreign Ministry asserts that the house arrest of opposition leaders is an internal matter, dismissing U.S. condemnation. The ongoing detention of Mousavi, Karroubi, and…
Why Does House Arrest Continue?
The house arrest of Green Movement leaders Mousavi, Karroubi, and Rahnavard has persisted for five years without trial, reflecting the regime's fear of their influence.…
NASA Images from Earth; From the Persian Gulf to New York
NASA has released new images showcasing various regions of the Earth, including Iran and the Persian Gulf, taken by astronaut Scott Kelly. The article also…
Isa Sahrkhiz, imprisoned journalist, has gone on a dry hunger strike
Isa Sahrkhiz, a jailed journalist and political activist, has initiated a dry hunger strike in prison amid reports of mistreatment and denial of basic necessities.…
Rouhani: Malicious Actors Plundered the Nation's Wealth Under the Pretext of Evading Sanctions
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized the impact of Western sanctions, claiming they have led to the plundering of the nation's wealth by malicious actors. He…
Projection; IRGC's Strategy in Upcoming Elections
Ali Saidi, a senior IRGC official, criticized the idea of neutrality in elections as a lie and labeled discussions about a Leadership Council as a…
The Shadow of Soft War by Sarafraz over IRIB
IRIB faces increasing challenges under the leadership of Mohammad Sarafraz, including the dismissal of key managers over sexual harassment allegations. The organization struggles with credibility…
Rahim Safavi Warns About 'Influence of Arrogant Enemies on Decision-Making'
Major General Yahya Rahim Safavi warns about the influence of foreign enemies on Iran's political decisions, echoing concerns raised by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei regarding…
The Importance of This Round of the Assembly of Experts Elections
The upcoming elections for the Assembly of Experts in Iran, set for March 7, are deemed crucial as they may determine the future leadership of…
Rouhani on the JCPOA: We Strived to Leave No Word from the Leader Unaddressed
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani highlighted the importance of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's guidance in the nuclear negotiations, asserting that the Iranian team worked diligently to…
Iranian Air Defense Commander Comments on Arrest of American Sailors
Iran's air defense commander revealed that 12 missiles were prepared to target American jets during the recent incident involving the arrest of 10 American sailors…
Shut Down the Seminaries, as They Have Failed to Produce Jurisprudents
The article critiques the failure of Iranian seminaries to produce qualified jurists, highlighting the implications of the Guardian Council's approval process for candidates in the…
Tajzadeh's Renewed Advice to Khamenei: Make Elections Competitive
Mostafa Tajzadeh, an imprisoned member of the Participation Front, urged Supreme Leader Khamenei to make elections competitive and protested the disqualification of Hassan Khomeini. He…
Ahmad Tavakoli: Members of the Assembly of Experts Are Essentially Doing Nothing
Ahmad Tavakoli criticized the Assembly of Experts for their lack of action and called for a more youthful composition. He emphasized that obedience to the…
Why the Fifth Assembly of Experts Elections Are Not Particularly Significant?
The upcoming elections for the Assembly of Experts in Iran are largely seen as insignificant due to the lack of genuine competition and the predetermined…
US Sanctions Against Iran Will Remain After Obama
The article discusses the persistence of US sanctions against Iran despite public perceptions that they may be lifted due to the JCPOA. It highlights the…
Canada Lifts Some Economic Sanctions Against Iran
Canada has lifted some economic sanctions against Iran, allowing for increased competition among Canadian companies in the Iranian market. Despite this, Canada maintains concerns over…
The Power Struggle Between Khamenei and Hashemi Rafsanjani Over Hassan Khomeini
Hassan Khomeini's candidacy for the Assembly of Experts has sparked a power struggle between Hashemi Rafsanjani and Ayatollah Khamenei, with accusations of manipulation and exploitation…
9 More Iranians Killed in Clashes Near Aleppo, Syria
At least 9 Iranians, including three IRGC commanders, were killed in recent clashes in Syria, with Iranian leadership emphasizing the importance of fighting in Syria…
Request by Three Republican Congress Members for a Trip to Iran During Elections
Three Republican members of the U.S. Congress have requested visas to observe the upcoming Iranian elections, emphasizing the importance of witnessing the democratic process. They…
Khamenei's Representative in the IRGC: Hashemi's Remarks Against the Guardian Council Were Promotional
Abdollah Hajizadeh criticized Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani's remarks against the Guardian Council, labeling them as promotional and politically motivated. He emphasized the need for absolute obedience…
Elections and the Balance of Power in Iran
The upcoming elections in Iran on March 7 will determine the composition of the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts, impacting the balance…
Army Commander: We Will Not Comply with Resolutions Against Iran
The Chief Commander of the Islamic Republic Army, Ataollah Salehi, declared that Iran will not comply with UN resolutions regarding its military programs, asserting that…
Valiati and Putin Meet
Ali Akbar Velayati met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss bilateral and regional cooperation, emphasizing Iran's strategic 'Look to the East' policy. Both countries…
Iran's Leader: We Must Stand Against the Anti-Revolutionary Thought
Ayatollah Khamenei called for a strong stance against anti-revolutionary thought within Iran, emphasizing the need for a unified revolutionary ideology in the Supreme National Security…
Hassan Rouhani: There Should Be No Doubt About Election Engineering
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani defended the government's handling of candidate approvals for upcoming parliamentary elections, urging all institutions to ensure transparency and avoid any perception…
Admiral Fadavi: We have extracted a lot of information from the laptops of detained sailors
Admiral Ali Fadavi announced that significant information was obtained from the laptops of detained American sailors. The incident has raised concerns over Iran's adherence to…