February 2019
Income Tax on Institutions Affiliated with the Leadership; From the Revolution's Table to the Mullah's Quilt
This week, the Iranian parliament mandated tax payments by institutions affiliated with the leadership, including the Astan Quds and military enterprises. However, these institutions can…
Soleimani: There Was No Intentional Absence of Dr. Zarif in Meeting with Assad
Qasem Soleimani defended Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif's absence during a meeting with Syrian President Bashar Assad, stating it was unintentional. This absence is seen…
Parliament Representative: Multiple Travels and Parallel Negotiations are Reasons for Zarif's Resignation
The resignation of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is attributed to multiple uncoordinated diplomatic actions and his exclusion from key meetings, notably the visit…
Law Newspaper Suspended Due to 'Uninvited Guest' Headline About Bashar al-Assad's Visit
The Law newspaper was suspended for using the phrase 'uninvited guest' to describe Bashar al-Assad's visit to Iran. This visit is significant as it marks…
Mohammad Javad Zarif: From 'Disheveled Revolutionary' to 'Respectable Enemy'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif resigned amid tensions regarding Bashar al-Assad's visit to Iran, raising questions about internal disagreements within the government. His resignation…
Bashar al-Assad's Meeting with Ali Khamenei in Tehran
Bashar al-Assad visited Tehran for the first time since the Syrian civil war, meeting with Iranian leaders Ali Khamenei and Hassan Rouhani. The discussions focused…
Ahmadinejad Says 'Freedom Situation' Has Deteriorated Compared to the Shah's Era
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad claims that the state of freedom in Iran has worsened under the Islamic Republic compared to the Shah's era, and…
Rohani: No One Dares to Supervise Semi-Private Companies
Hassan Rouhani criticized the lack of oversight over semi-private companies in Iran, stating that both the government and the public lack information about them. He…
Speaker of Parliament Did Not Allow Discussion on Withdrawal of Funds for Military Purposes
The Iranian Parliament approved a significant withdrawal from the National Development Fund for military purposes without allowing discussion among representatives, following an order from Supreme…
Salehi: Iran Has the Capacity to Overcome Sanctions Due to Self-Sufficiency
Ali Akbar Salehi asserts that Iran can withstand U.S. sanctions due to its self-sufficiency, while reiterating that the missile program is non-negotiable. The economic outlook…
Mohammad Momen; The End of a Trusted Ambassador
Mohammad Momen, a significant behind-the-scenes figure in Iranian politics, passed away at 81. He was a trusted advisor to key leaders, including Khomeini and Khamenei,…
Changes in the Paradigm of the Foreign Policy of the Islamic Republic
The article examines the evolution of Iran's foreign policy from the 1979 revolution through various presidencies, highlighting the shifts in approach, particularly during Khatami, Ahmadinejad,…
Iranian Users' Tweets; Ghafoori and Karimi Respond to Khamenei's Jibes
Following Khamenei's criticism of athletes, Voria Ghafoori was summoned for opposing Zarif's comments on Palestine. This incident has sparked significant public support for Ghafoori and…
Iran's Economy: Escaping Recession with Budgets Lacking Strength
The Iranian government's development budget for 1398 remains at 62 trillion tomans, unchanged from the previous year, raising concerns about its ability to stimulate economic…
Ali Khamenei's Harsh Criticism of Regional Countries' Presence at the Warsaw Conference
Ali Khamenei criticized the Warsaw Conference on Middle East peace, labeling it a failure and condemning the participation of Muslim countries alongside Israeli officials. He…
Zarif at Munich Conference: Contentment with Playing the Role of the 'Fifth Wheel'
Javad Zarif's attendance at the Munich Security Conference is marked by a cold reception from both domestic critics and international observers due to Iran's controversial…
The U.S. Condemns Continued House Arrest of Mousavi and Karroubi
The U.S. condemned the ongoing house arrest of Iranian opposition leaders Mousavi, Karroubi, and Rahnavard, marking the eighth anniversary of their detention. The State Department…
The Outcome of the Warsaw Conference; Tehran Should Not Be Overly Optimistic
The Warsaw conference did not produce significant results regarding Iran, despite closer ties between some Arab states and Israel. The lack of a final statement…
The Security Council Condemns the 'Terrorist Attack' on the IRGC Bus
The UN Security Council condemned a suicide bombing attack on an IRGC bus in Iran, labeling it a terrorist act and expressing condolences to the…
Khamenei: The Islamic Revolution is Ready to Correct Its Mistakes, but Not Open to Revision
Ayatollah Khamenei marked the 40th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, asserting its readiness to correct mistakes but not to revise its principles. He emphasized the…
Farewell of the Leader to Their Neighbors
On the anniversary of the revolution, the Leader reminisces about past political prisoners and reflects on current political dynamics. He discusses the differences between neighbors…
Rouhani on February 11: The Leader Has Taken Responsibility with the People's Vote
Hassan Rouhani addressed the 40th anniversary of the 1979 Revolution, emphasizing the legitimacy of the Islamic Republic through popular vote, while facing criticism over electoral…
Parliament Research Center: No Funds Will Be Deposited into the National Development Fund Next Year
The Iranian Parliament's Research Center forecasts that no funds will be deposited into the National Development Fund next year due to reduced oil sales and…
A Revolution That Is Dead, A Discourse That Is Alive
The article discusses the ongoing protests in Iran and the distinction between the dead Islamic Revolution and the still-alive discourse of 57. It highlights the…
Khamenei: 'Death to America' Means Death to Trump, Bolton, and Pompeo
Ayatollah Khamenei responded to Trump's speech by clarifying that 'Death to America' targets U.S. leaders, not its people. He criticized European proposals for financial mechanisms…
Javad Larijani's Request to Delay Consideration of FATF Bills Until Financial Mechanism Implementation
Javad Larijani has called for delaying the approval of FATF-related bills until the European financial mechanism, INSTEX, is implemented, criticizing its current status as ineffective.…