May 2023
US Reiterates: JCPOA Not on Our Agenda, Iranians Negotiated in Bad Faith
The US has reiterated that the JCPOA is not currently a priority, citing Iran's lack of good faith in negotiations. Officials emphasize the importance of…
Filtering Has Not Stopped Iranians' Presence in Cyberspace; Over 50% of People Are Active on Social Media
Despite the filtering of major social media platforms in Iran, millions of users remain active, with significant engagement on Instagram and Twitter. The report highlights…
Former Head of a Military University Nominated as Proposed Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade
Abbas Aliabadi, CEO of Mapna, has been nominated by President Ebrahim Raisi as the proposed Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade following the impeachment of…
Expansion of Ideological Education; Khamenei's Advisor: 'Soleimani School' Course to Be Taught in Universities from October
A new course titled 'Soleimani School' will be introduced in Iranian universities starting October, aimed at promoting the legacy of Qassem Soleimani, a key figure…
Reza Morad Sahraei Becomes New Minister of Education of the Islamic Republic
Reza Morad Sahraei has been confirmed as the new Minister of Education in Iran, succeeding Youssef Noori after a vote in the Assembly. His appointment…
Raisi's Government Denies Hacking of Presidential Website; Hackers Claim to Have 'Confidential' Documents from 120 Servers
A hacking group claims to have breached the Iranian presidential website, displaying anti-government slogans and claiming to have obtained confidential documents. The Raisi government denies…
Journalists' Guild Calls for 'Fair and Public Trial' of Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi
The Journalists' Guild of Tehran has called for a fair and public trial for imprisoned journalists Niloufar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi, who face serious charges…
Molavi Abdolhamid: Why are Members of Parliament Silent about 'Arbitrary Executions'?
Molavi Abdolhamid criticized the silence of Iranian parliament members regarding arbitrary executions and called for respect towards detained women. Protests in Zahedan continue, with demonstrators…
The Major Barrier of 'Civil Disobedience by Women' Against the Islamic Republic; Reactions to the 'Hijab and Chastity Bill'
The Iranian government is pushing a new bill to enforce hijab laws, facing internal disagreements on its implementation. Civil disobedience among women is growing, with…
Continued Uncertainty Surrounding the Situation of Rouhollah Rasouli, 15-Year-Old Detained in Golestan Province
Rouhollah Rasouli, a 15-year-old Baluch boy, has been detained for over two weeks in Golestan Province due to his media activities and alleged collaboration with…
Ali Khamenei Praises Law That Hassan Rouhani Called 'An Obstacle to Reviving the JCPOA'
Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei praised the 'Strategic Action Law' passed by Parliament, which he claims saved the country from confusion regarding the nuclear issue, despite…
Continued Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Victims' Families; Arrest of Relatives for Seeking Justice
The Islamic Republic continues to exert pressure on the families of executed protesters, with reports of harassment and arrests of relatives seeking justice. Majid Kazemi's…
Continued Interpretation of 'Heroic Flexibility'; Former MP Says JCPOA File Will Be Archived
Ali Shamkhani's resignation from the Supreme National Security Council has sparked discussions about the future of the JCPOA, with some suggesting that the issue may…
Fatemeh Sepahri's Brother to VOA: She Was Returned to Prison Without Completing Treatment
Fatemeh Sepahri, a political prisoner, was returned to prison after a hospital visit for a reopened hand wound. Her brother expressed concerns about her health…
Criticism from Media Supporting Mandatory Hijab on 'Hijab Bill'; Reduces the Power of 'Enforcement Officers'
The Iranian government is facing criticism from media supporting mandatory hijab regarding the newly proposed 'Chastity and Hijab Bill', which they claim weakens enforcement against…
Rejection of Government's Inflation Statistics; Point Inflation Exceeds 68 Percent
The article discusses the discrepancy between government-reported inflation rates and those reported by ECO Iran, which claims inflation is nearing 70%. Former Central Bank head…
Experts Discuss Water Crisis; Deputy Minister of Agriculture Claims 'We Have Water for 2 Billion People'
The Deputy Minister of Agriculture in Iran claimed that the country has enough water to supply the needs of 2 billion people, a statement met…
Senator Jim Risch: The Position of the Islamic Republic as a 'Detestable Element' in the Global Community is Being Established
Senator Jim Risch condemned the recent executions of protesters in Iran, asserting that they solidify the Islamic Republic's status as a detestable entity globally. He…
A Revolutionary Guard Commander Replaces Shamkhani as Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic
Ali Akbar Ahmadian has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, replacing Ali Shamkhani, who has reportedly resigned.…
Speculations by Government Media on Succession Options for Ali Shamkhani; Lineup of IRGC Commanders
Ali Shamkhani, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, is reportedly resigning after a decade in office, as speculations arise about potential successors, including IRGC…
Sepideh Gholian: In Iran, its poets sing the song of freedom in the streets and march toward bullets in hope of a new era
Sepideh Gholian, a political prisoner in Iran, wrote a powerful letter highlighting the oppression of writers and poets in the country and their ongoing fight…
Protests in Tehran, Karaj, Mashhad, and Abdanan Against Executions in Iran
Protests erupted in multiple Iranian cities against the execution of three individuals accused of 'moharebeh.' Demonstrators voiced their anger through slogans criticizing the government and…
Protests at Several Universities in Iran; Students Demonstrate in Mourning Attire Against the 'Murder of Three Martyrs of the Freedom Path'
Students across several Iranian universities protested against the recent execution of three protesters, facing violent suppression from security forces. The demonstrations, marked by mourning attire…
Proposal from Some Labor Organizations: Dissolution of Contractor Companies for Workers and Replacement with 'Workers' Cooperatives' to Reduce 'Exploitation'
Labor organizations in Iran are proposing to dissolve contractor companies and replace them with workers' cooperatives to combat exploitation and corruption in the workforce. Akbar…
Open Letter from the National Union for Democracy in Iran to the U.S. Congress Condemning Executions in Iran
The National Union for Democracy in Iran has sent an open letter to the U.S. Congress urging immediate action against the ongoing executions in Iran,…
UN Fact-Finding Mission: Any Execution Without a 'Fair Trial' is a Clear Violation of International Law
The UN fact-finding mission condemned the execution of three protesters in Iran, emphasizing that such actions without fair trials violate international law. The executions followed…
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani: Ali Khamenei and His Repressive Agents Are Still Thirsty for Blood
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani condemned the Iranian regime's recent execution of three young protesters, asserting that they were tortured into false confessions. He called for a…
Widespread Reactions to the Execution of the 'Isfahan House' Defendants; Protesters Took to the Streets in Several Cities in Iran
The execution of three defendants in the 'Isfahan House' case has triggered widespread protests across Iran, with demonstrators calling for the downfall of the regime.…
Death to Khamenei slogans in Tehran; protesters in Zahedan: I will take back your blood, my dear brother
Protests erupted in Tehran and Zahedan following the execution of three defendants in the 'Isfahan House' case, with demonstrators chanting slogans against Supreme Leader Ali…
Execution of 'Isfahan House' Defendants; German Representative in European Parliament: The World Must Wake Up
Three defendants in the 'Isfahan House' case were executed in Iran, accused of killing two Basij members and a police officer, despite their claims of…
The "Freedom to Write" Award Presented to Narges Mohammadi; PEN America Awards This Honor to Ms. Mohammadi's Husband
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist currently imprisoned, received the "Freedom to Write" award from PEN America, presented by her husband Taghi Rahmani.…
U.S. Congress Mandates Investigation into Ali Khamenei's Financial Corruption
A group of U.S. Congress members has introduced a bill requiring an investigation into the financial dealings of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his…
Fatemeh Sepehri's Brother: My Sister's Life is in Danger
Fatemeh Sepehri's brother has raised concerns about her deteriorating health in prison, reporting significant weight loss and new health issues. Sepehri, a political activist sentenced…
Wheat Pricing on the Path to Crisis; Food Security Threat Alarmed
The Iranian government has set a guaranteed wheat price at 15,000 tomans, while farmers demand 20,000 to 23,000 tomans, leading to potential food security crises.…
An Academic Official: Iran's Fertility Rate is Falling to the Lowest Level in Western Asia
Iran's population growth rate has fallen to below one percent, with predictions of negative growth and an aging population in the coming decades. This situation…
IAEA Concerned About 10% Reduction in Verification and Inspection of Iran's Nuclear Facilities
The IAEA has raised concerns about a 10% reduction in oversight of Iran's nuclear activities following the removal of monitoring equipment by Iranian officials. This…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Cancellation of Death Sentences for Six Arab Iranian Prisoners in Ahvaz
Amnesty International has called for the immediate cancellation of death sentences for six Arab Iranian prisoners, citing severe human rights violations during their trial and…
U.S. Defense Secretary: We Act Vigilantly Against Threats from North Korea and Iran
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that the U.S. is vigilant against threats from North Korea and Iran during a Senate hearing. He highlighted recent…
Indictment Issued for 26 Individuals in Zahedan Shooting Case
An indictment has been issued for 26 individuals involved in a deadly clash in Zahedan, which resulted in over a hundred deaths during a protest…
Basij Organization of Guilds: Special Uniforms Designed for Female Vendors
The Basij Organization of Guilds has announced the design of 100 special uniforms for female vendors as part of a cultural initiative. This comes amid…
Government's Stubbornness on Approved Wheat Price and Continued Opposition from Wheat Farmers; 'Review Meeting on Wheat Price' Not Held
Wheat farmers in Iran are protesting against the government's guaranteed purchase price of 15,000 tomans per kilogram, demanding at least 20,000 tomans. A scheduled meeting…
Dispute Over the Right to Legislate; Secretary of the Supreme Council of Cultural Revolution: The Entrance Exam Resolution is Not Related to the Parliament
The Iranian Parliament is in conflict with the Supreme Council of Cultural Revolution over the authority to legislate changes to the entrance exam. The Secretary…
Sixth Incident in Recent Weeks; Attack with 'Cold Weapon' on Another 'Cleric' in Saveh
A young cleric was stabbed in Saveh, marking the sixth attack on clerics in two weeks. The incidents have raised concerns about the safety of…
Initiation of Curriculum Changes at the Request of Ali Khamenei: Participation of 7,000 for Reforming 1,500 Curricula
The Iranian government is initiating significant changes to university and school curricula at the request of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, involving over 7,000 faculty members…
Molavi Abdolhamid: Imprisonment and Killing Are Not Solutions
Molavi Abdolhamid, the Sunni prayer leader of Zahedan, criticized the Iranian government's approach to the current crisis, emphasizing the need for dialogue rather than repression.…
Sepideh Gholian Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison for Chanting 'Khamenei is Zahhak, We Will Bury You Under the Soil'
Sepideh Gholian has been sentenced to two years in prison for chanting against Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, shortly after her release from Evin Prison.…
Representative of the Supreme Leader in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad: Prevent the Use of Lion Symbols on Graves
Nasir Hosseini, the Supreme Leader's representative in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad, has called for the prohibition of lion symbols on graves, claiming they contradict local customs.…
Livelihood Protests and Pressure on Labor Activists; Lawyer Warns About Davood Razavi's Health Condition
Protests over living conditions in Iran continue as labor activists face increasing pressure and imprisonment. Lawyers report concerning health conditions of detained activists, including Davood…
Blinken on World Press Freedom Day: Media Activity is the 'Lifeblood of Free Societies'
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the importance of media freedom on World Press Freedom Day, highlighting the worsening situation for journalists in Iran…
Summoning of Several Artists Opposing Mandatory Hijab; Tehran Prosecutor Threatens Them with Arrest
Tehran's prosecutor has summoned several artists for opposing mandatory hijab and threatened them with arrest if they do not comply. This crackdown follows a speech…
Continued Strike of Project Workers; Several Contractors in South Pars Arrested
Project and contract workers in Iran are continuing their strike over demands for significant wage increases and better working conditions, leading to their return home…
Narges Mohammadi Emphasizes the Role of the Islamic Republic in the Poisoning of Students
Narges Mohammadi, a jailed human rights activist, accused the Iranian government of poisoning schoolgirls with chemical gases and compared its actions to those of the…
Continuation of Burnt Scenarios; Security Media: Opponents of Mandatory Hijab are Paid
Iranian security media claim that women protesting mandatory hijab are being paid for their actions, alleging arrests of individuals involved in these protests. This narrative…
Teachers' Demands Unanswered; Arrests of Union Activists Continue
On Teacher's Day in Iran, teachers' demands remain unaddressed as the government intensifies arrests of union activists. A joint statement from fifteen unions declares the…
Khamenei on 'Teacher's Day' Without Mentioning Poisonings: Teachers Should Feel Responsible
On Teacher's Day, Khamenei urged teachers to feel responsible in all aspects of education, neglecting to address ongoing issues such as teacher protests, student arrests,…
Strikes Continue; Contract Workers Demand Elimination of 'Contractor Mafia'
Contract and temporary workers in Iran continue their strikes demanding the approval of a government employee organization plan to eliminate contractor status. The plan has…
After 15 Years; Former Commander of the IRGC's Largest Economic Enterprise Returns to the Same Position
Abdolreza Abad has been appointed as the new commander of the Khatam al-Anbia Construction Headquarters, replacing Seyyed Hossein Hooshalsadat. This headquarters is the largest contractor…
An Iranian Health Ministry Official Confirms 'Rotavirus Outbreak'; Domestic Vaccine Production by Year-End
An Iranian health official confirmed a rotavirus outbreak in Tehran, stating it is a recurring issue. A domestic vaccine is expected to be produced by…