February 2018
Khamenei's Advisor: Changes in Saudi Military Commanders Aim to Facilitate Mohammed bin Salman's Ascendancy
Iranian officials claim that recent changes in Saudi Arabia's military leadership are aimed at consolidating power for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. This move comes…
Ahmadinejad: The Continued Presence of the Heads of the Three Branches in Power Faces Major Challenges
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has raised concerns about the legitimacy of the current Iranian leadership, suggesting that the heads of the three branches of government face significant…
The Parliament in the Islamic Republic: An Active Agent or a Passive Recipient?
The Iranian Parliament's role has been severely diminished, acting more as a passive recipient of decisions made by the Supreme Leader and other institutions rather…
International Atomic Energy Agency Again Confirms Iran's Compliance with JCPOA
The IAEA confirmed Iran's compliance with the nuclear restrictions under the JCPOA, stating no issues with enriched uranium levels. However, tensions remain as the U.S.…
Response of Guardian Council Spokesman to Ahmadinejad's Allegation of 'Election Engineering'
Former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad accused the Guardian Council of engineering elections and called for immediate free elections without interference. In response, the Guardian Council's spokesman…
Ahmadinejad Calls for Free Elections and Dismissal of Judiciary Chief
Former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has called for the dismissal of the judiciary chief and the organization of free elections in Iran without interference from security…
Khamenei: People's Criticism of the Leader Does Not Contradict Standing by the System
Ayatollah Khamenei acknowledged that people may criticize him but insisted that such criticism does not undermine their support for the Islamic system. He claimed that…
Iran: Politics, Human Rights, and U.S. Policy – Report to the U.S. Congress
The Congressional Research Service report discusses U.S. policy towards Iran, focusing on its political structure, human rights issues, and the implications of the nuclear agreement.…
Soleimani: The Best Way to Avenge Mughniyeh is the Destruction of Israel
Qassem Soleimani stated that the best way to avenge the assassination of Hezbollah commander Imad Mughniyeh is through the destruction of Israel. This statement reflects…
Rohani and Referendum in the Islamic Republic
President Rohani has suggested the possibility of a referendum to address social and economic deadlocks in Iran, sparking criticism from opponents within the political system.…
U.S. Intelligence Agencies: Iran Remains the Most Prominent State Sponsor of Terrorism
U.S. intelligence agencies have released a report stating that Iran remains the most prominent state sponsor of terrorism, actively seeking to expand its influence in…
Reporters Without Borders: 39 Years of Islamic Republic's Rule Has Been Years of Media Suppression
Reporters Without Borders has released a report condemning 39 years of media suppression under the Islamic Republic of Iran, highlighting the closure of hundreds of…
Iran Identifies the US and UK as Sources of Cyber Attacks on Several Domestic Newspapers
Iranian officials claim that the recent cyber attacks on several domestic newspapers originated from the US and UK, with the attackers posting fake news about…
Quds Force Commander Criticizes 'Oppositional Posturing' and 'Letter Writing' to Khamenei
Qassem Soleimani criticized individuals claiming to follow the Imam's line for writing letters to Khamenei instead of addressing global adversaries. His comments follow Mehdi Karroubi's…
Note: The 1979 Revolution; The Challenge of Reason, Science, and the Customs of Iranian Society and the World
The article reflects on the 40th anniversary of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, criticizing the Islamic Republic for its failure to mature and address societal challenges.…
Ali Khamenei's New Definition of 'The People'
Ali Khamenei has redefined 'the people' as those who support the regime and participate in state-sanctioned events, while criticizing external influences on Iranian society. Meanwhile,…
Baghaei: If the accusations are true, why aren't the Quds Force commanders being tried?
Hamid Baghaei, a former aide to Ahmadinejad, questions why Quds Force commanders are not being prosecuted for allegedly giving him large sums of foreign currency…
EU Support for European Companies in Iran if the US Exits the JCPOA
The EU is considering new laws to protect European companies from US sanctions if the US withdraws from the JCPOA. This comes after Trump threatened…
Trump at Prayer Ceremony: America Stands with the People of Iran
Donald Trump expressed support for the Iranian people during a prayer ceremony, highlighting their suffering under oppressive regimes. The protests in Iran have resulted in…
Khamenei: Fighting Oppression and Corruption is Very Difficult
Supreme Leader Khamenei called for a stronger fight against corruption among government officials while acknowledging the difficulty of such efforts. His remarks follow widespread protests…
"Resilient Economy" or How the Government Trains People to Accept Poverty
The article discusses how the Iranian government promotes a 'resilient economy' as a means to condition the populace to accept poverty while deflecting blame for…
Note: A Look at Two Letters from Mehdi Karroubi from House Arrest
Mehdi Karroubi, under house arrest for seven years, has published two significant letters addressing Iranian leaders Hassan Rouhani and Ali Khamenei, demanding accountability and reforms…
Karrubi's Ultimatum to Khamenei and Self-Criticism
Morteza Karroubi's open letter to Ali Khamenei criticizes the Supreme Leader's policies and calls for significant reforms to address Iran's political crisis. This marks a…
Zarghami: Broadcast of Confessions of 2009 Incident Suspects Was Ordered by the Supreme National Security Council
Ezzatollah Zarghami revealed that the broadcast of forced confessions from political figures arrested during the 2009 protests was ordered by the Supreme National Security Council…
Ejei: House Arrest Will Continue as Long as National Security Council Resolution is in Place
The Deputy Chief Justice of Iran, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, stated that the house arrest of opposition leaders Mousavi, Rahnavard, and Karroubi will continue as long…