March 2019
The Pistachio Ban During the New Year Greetings with the Leader
In the week before Nowruz, the Leader of Iran received various officials for holiday greetings, with a humorous focus on the absence of pistachios due…
What are the Obstacles to 'Boosting Production' in Iran?
The article discusses the challenges facing Iran's economic growth, particularly the obstacles to boosting production as declared by the Supreme Leader. Key issues include structural…
Raisi at the Level of the Judiciary of the Islamic Republic
Ebrahim Raisi has taken over the leadership of the Iranian judiciary, continuing a trend of judicial repression and lack of independence. His background suggests no…
Zarif: 'They Even Distort the Torah for Iranophobia'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's comments linking Donald Trump to divine intervention for Jewish safety against Iran,…
Khamenei's Annual Speech; Psychological Reaction to Personal Insecurity
In his annual speech, Ayatollah Khamenei expressed strong criticisms of Western leaders and emphasized the importance of a resilient economy and domestic production as a…
Hemmati: Reviving Production Depends on Reducing Government Budget Deficit Pressure on the Central Bank
Abdolnaser Hemmati, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, emphasized the need to reduce government budget deficit pressure on the banking system to revive…
Ali Khamenei: Europeans Have Effectively Withdrawn from the JCPOA
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei criticized European countries for failing to uphold their commitments under the JCPOA after the U.S. withdrawal, labeling their financial mechanism as…
Clashes Between Dezful and Andimeshk Leave Several Injured
Clashes erupted between residents of Dezful and Andimeshk over the disputed location of an entrance sign, resulting in several injuries and property damage. The governor…
New Year Messages from the UN Secretary-General, Iranian Officials, and Global Leaders
Iranian leaders, including Ayatollah Khamenei and President Rouhani, issued Nowruz messages emphasizing economic challenges and the importance of production. Global leaders like UN Secretary-General Guterres…
Pompeo to Visit Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is visiting Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel to strengthen efforts against Iran. His discussions will focus on Israel's security and…
Khamenei: Do Not Attack Each Other Over 'Such and Such Convention or Treaty'
Ayatollah Khamenei warned Iranian officials against attacking each other over contentious treaties, specifically regarding FATF-related bills. He emphasized the need for unity against perceived external…
Criticism of Iran and China's Human Rights Record in the 2018 U.S. State Department Report
The U.S. State Department's 2018 human rights report criticizes Iran for its ongoing violations against its citizens and China for its treatment of Muslims, particularly…
The Contradiction of 'Criminal Raisi' with 'Dual Governance Being More Favorable for Transition to Democracy'?
The article discusses the contradiction between labeling Ebrahim Raisi as a criminal and the notion that dual governance in Iran may facilitate a transition to…
The Master and the Assembly of Haji Firouz of the Ahl al-Bayt
The article discusses a conversation between a leader and his aide about the need to create a new, politically engaged version of the traditional Iranian…
Rouhani's Government Information Base Deleted a Controversial Video
The Iranian government's information base deleted a controversial video about President Rouhani's upcoming meeting with Ayatollah Sistani, which outlined three key messages for Iraqi leaders,…
Raisi: The Charter of the Judiciary is the Leader's Mandate and the Basis for Its Transformation is the Leader's Statement
Ebrahim Raisi has been appointed as the new head of Iran's judiciary, emphasizing the importance of implementing the law and justice based on the Supreme…
100 Political and Civil Activists: Raisi's Appointment is Rubbing Salt in the Wounds of the Survivors of the 1988 Massacre
Over 100 political and civil activists condemned Ebrahim Raisi's appointment as head of the judiciary, calling it a reward for past crimes and an affront…
200 Reformist and Principlist Representatives of Parliament: Raisi's Appointment 'Brought Hope and Joy to Society'
200 members of the Iranian Parliament welcomed Ebrahim Raisi's appointment as head of the judiciary, praising it as a significant and hopeful move for society.…
Rafsanjani's Journal Entries in Purgatory; The Dimensions of Imam's Tears
The article discusses the humorous and surreal reactions to Ayatollah Khamenei's comments about the late Imam's tears in the afterlife, involving various figures in Iranian…
Khamenei's Representative: Iranian Graduates Should Not Return to the Country to Avoid Disappointment
Abu Muhammad Mortezavi, a representative of Khamenei, advised Iranian graduates abroad to remain in their host countries to avoid disappointment in Iran's job market. He…
Perspectives: The Outlook of Ebrahim Raisi's Presidency over the Judiciary
Ebrahim Raisi has been appointed as the head of Iran's judiciary, marking the start of a new era as described by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.…
New Conviction of Abolfazl Ghadiani; Three Years in Prison and Copying Three Books
Abolfazl Ghadiani has been sentenced to three years in prison and to copy three government-published books for insulting the leadership and propaganda against the regime.…
Misbahi Moghadam: After FATF Approval, We Cannot Create Cover Companies
Iranian clerics, including Tehran's Friday prayer leader, oppose FATF-related bills, stating they hinder the creation of cover companies to bypass sanctions. Misbahi Moghadam of the…
Learning from Algeria
The article draws parallels between the political situations in Iran and Algeria, highlighting the aging leadership of Bouteflika and the crisis facing both regimes. It…
Iran's Conservative Revolution: The Future and Classic Opposition
The article discusses the deep rift between the current Iranian revolution's supporters and the classic opposition, highlighting the differing perceptions of the Pahlavi era among…
Rouhani: The Leader Said the President Should Be the Commander of the Economic War
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani stated that the Supreme Leader has designated him as the commander in the ongoing economic war against the U.S. However, Khamenei…
Soleimani's Deputy: Quds Force Brought Assad to Tehran; Those Who Needed to Know Were Aware
Ismail Qaani, deputy to Qassem Soleimani, confirmed that the Quds Force facilitated Bashar Assad's visit to Tehran, indicating that key officials were informed while others…
U.S. State Department: Ibrahim Raisi's Appointment as Head of Judiciary is Shameful
The U.S. State Department criticized the potential appointment of Ibrahim Raisi as head of Iran's judiciary due to his past involvement in the mass execution…
Zarif Was Unaware of Assad's Visit: 'This Ignorance Was Maintained Until the End of the Trip'
Mohammad Javad Zarif's resignation was reportedly a reaction to being uninformed about Bashar al-Assad's visit to Tehran, which the Iranian Foreign Ministry was unaware of.…
Khamenei Describes Larijani's Presidency of the Judiciary as a 'Period Full of Action and Initiative'
Ayatollah Khamenei accepted Sadegh Larijani's early resignation from the judiciary, praising his tenure as one of action and initiative. Ebrahim Raisi is expected to replace…
Republication of Khamenei's Remarks Against Europe from Eight Months Ago
Ali Khamenei has reiterated his harsh criticisms of European countries in light of ongoing negotiations regarding FATF bills and trade mechanisms like INSTEX. His remarks…
Ghadiani Responds to Khamenei's Statement: The Only Way Out of the Deadlock is the Resistance of All Political Forces
Abulfazl Ghadiani critiques Khamenei's recent statement, arguing that true reform is impossible under the current regime and advocating for a unified political resistance to achieve…
Sadegh Larijani Responds to Rouhani's Remarks on Money Laundering Bills; Calls Them 'Fallacious' and 'Incorrect'
Sadegh Larijani criticized President Rouhani's comments on the uncertainty of FATF-related bills, calling them incorrect and fallacious. This exchange highlights ongoing tensions within Iran's political…
Voting on the Palermo Bill Postponed to the New Year
The Expediency Council in Iran has postponed voting on the Palermo bill, which is crucial for combating money laundering and terrorism financing, to next year.…
Lessons from Vietnam Negotiations for Kim and Khamenei
The article discusses the lessons learned from the Vietnam negotiations for both Kim Jong-un and Iran's leadership, highlighting the importance of adapting to changing political…
Two-Thirds Majority Required for Approval of Palermo Bill in the Expediency Council
The Expediency Council of Iran requires a two-thirds majority to approve the Palermo bill, which is linked to international anti-money laundering efforts. This situation has…