August 2016
Severe Concern Expressed Over the Health of Homa Hoodfar
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, is hospitalized in Iran after being in solitary confinement for three months, raising severe concerns from her family and international…
Ayatollah Khamenei: Negotiation with the U.S. Cannot Lead to Agreement
Ayatollah Khamenei declared that negotiations with the U.S. cannot lead to agreements, accusing both major American political parties of moral failures and crimes. He emphasized…
Misbahi Moghadam: The Trial of Mousavi and Karroubi is Not in the Interest of the Regime
Gholamreza Misbahi Moghadam, a member of Iran's Expediency Council, stated that the trial of opposition leaders Mir Hossein Mousavi and Mehdi Karroubi would not benefit…
Iran's Ministry of Health: We Will Cover 85% of Infertility Treatment Costs
Iran's Ministry of Health will cover 85% of infertility treatment costs for two million couples, excluding medication. This initiative aligns with Ayatollah Khamenei's push for…
Revolutionary Prosecutor of Ardabil: We Destroyed a Vulgarly Modeling Network
The Ardabil prosecutor announced the dismantling of a vulgar modeling network and the arrest of over 20 individuals, aiming to protect family values and the…
Decoding the Black Boxes of the Prisons of the 1980s
The article discusses the recent resurgence of interest in Ayatollah Montazeri's audio tape regarding the 1988 political prisoner executions in Iran, highlighting the ongoing relevance…
Omid Kokabi Released from Prison on 'Conditional' Terms
Omid Kokabi, a PhD student in atomic physics, has been conditionally released from prison after extensive international advocacy. He was previously imprisoned for refusing to…
Khamenei and Managing Post-JCPOA 'Threats'
Supreme Leader Khamenei emphasizes the management of post-JCPOA threats while criticizing the agreement itself, indicating confidence in controlling potential challenges. He remains cautious about expanding…
Iranian Television Shows Images of 'Complete S-300 System' at Fordow Facilities
Iran's state television has broadcast images of the S-300 air defense system near the Fordow nuclear facility, asserting its arrival in Iran despite U.S. opposition.…
Summoning or Arresting 'Dozens of Cyber Activists' in Kurdistan and Fars Provinces by the IRGC
The IRGC has summoned or arrested around 220 individuals involved in modeling and related activities in Kurdistan and Fars provinces, citing concerns over moral security…
Khamenei: The Enemy Must Understand Our Defense Includes Retaliation
Ali Khamenei emphasized the need for Iran to enhance its air defense capabilities and warned that any attack from enemies would be met with retaliation.…
Sadeghi: It is Unclear Whether the Government Will Find Another Opportunity to Serve the People
During Government Week, several Iranian Friday prayer leaders criticized Hassan Rouhani's administration for its inadequate performance and warned against political maneuvering in the remaining time.…
Khamenei to Hassan Rouhani: Maximize Work and Efforts in the Remaining Year
Ayatollah Khamenei urged President Rouhani's government to focus on maximizing productivity in the remaining year of his term while avoiding electoral distractions. He criticized the…
The 'Tatlitis' on Khamenei's Page
Amir Tataloo, a popular underground Iranian singer, was arrested, prompting a significant online response from his young supporters, who flooded the Instagram page of Supreme…
Cyber Center Linked to IRGC Reports Arrest and Summons of Managers of 450 Social Media Pages and Channels
The Cyber Organized Crime Center of the IRGC has arrested or summoned managers of 450 social media pages for alleged criminal activities related to modeling…
Denial of Arrest of 'One of the Staff Members of the JCPOA Office on Charges of Espionage'
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has denied reports of the arrest of a staff member from the JCPOA office on espionage charges, calling the claims baseless.…
Cultural Deputy of the Ministry of Science Emphasizes Ban on Music Concerts in Universities
The Cultural Deputy of Iran's Ministry of Science has reiterated the ban on music concerts in universities, allowing music only as part of other events.…
There Are 'Four Thousand and Five Hundred' Indeterminate Death Sentences in Iran
Rouhollah Hazratpour, a member of Iran's Parliament, has highlighted the existence of 4,500 indeterminate death sentences in Iranian prisons, calling for a review of the…
Khamenei on the 2009 Protests: Some Say a Statement Was Made Back Then, Let's Move On
Ali Khamenei addressed the 2009 election protests, labeling them as a 'sedition' and asserting that they were manipulated by foreign powers. He emphasized the need…
General Staff of Armed Forces: We will continue to meet the military needs of the Resistance Front
The Iranian General Staff announced its commitment to meet the military needs of allied forces in Iraq and Syria, emphasizing the enhancement of missile capabilities.…
Health Ministry Representative: 30% of Iranians Are Hungry
A health ministry representative revealed that 30% of Iranians are hungry and 25% of the urban population lives in marginalized conditions. This alarming data highlights…
Motahari's Protest Against the Fate of Concerts in Mashhad Following Jannati's 'Retreat'
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, criticized the Ministry of Culture's decision to cancel concerts in Mashhad, calling it a retreat influenced by…
Arrest of a Dual National Citizen on Charges of 'Connection with British Intelligence Service'
A dual national citizen was arrested in Tehran on charges of espionage for British intelligence. The identity of the individual remains undisclosed, and the case…
Javad Larijani: The Structure of Sanctions Remains and We Should Expect Bigger Sanctions
Mohammad Javad Larijani criticized the U.S. for maintaining sanctions against Iran despite the Vienna nuclear agreement, suggesting that Iran should expect even larger sanctions in…
Economic Growth Reaches 4.4%; Rouhani Promises to Launch Thousands of Economic Enterprises
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani announced a 4.4% economic growth in the first quarter of 2016, promising the establishment of over 7,000 economic enterprises by year-end.…
13 Smuggled Luxury Cars to be Destroyed in Iran
Iran has announced the destruction of 13 luxury smuggled cars, citing legal restrictions on their sale and export. This action follows a directive from Supreme…
Tajzadeh's Call for the Government to Apologize to the Nation for the 1988 Executions
Mostafa Tajzadeh, a reformist politician, has called for the Iranian government to apologize for the mass executions of 1988, emphasizing the need for judicial reform…
Interior Minister: Police Action on Hijab Has High Social Costs
Iran's Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli has warned that police actions against hijab violations lead to high social costs, leaving detainees hopeless. This statement follows…
Cultural Deputy of the IRGC: We Have Only Succeeded in Attracting Hezbollah Users Online
Hossein Nejat, the Cultural Deputy of the IRGC, stated that they have only succeeded in engaging Hezbollah supporters online while failing to connect with the…
Fadavi: Some falsely claim that to solve problems, one must interact with the devil
Ali Fadavi, commander of the IRGC Navy, criticized those who suggest that Iran should engage with the West to solve its economic problems, asserting that…
Government's Response to Opponents: The JCPOA was a Decision of the System
The Iranian government, through Mohammad Nahavandian, defended the JCPOA against hardliner criticisms, asserting it was a system decision. Attacks intensified after Khamenei's negative remarks about…
The Salary Cap for Heads of the Three Branches, Ministers, and Members of Parliament Set Below 10 Million Tomans
The Salary and Wage Council of Iran has set a cap on the salaries of high-ranking officials, including heads of the three branches and ministers,…
Another Attack on the Government and Its Supporters: 'The Poor Say We Don't Want Missiles'
Kazem Sedighi, a conservative cleric, criticized Iranian officials for advocating against missile development and allowing foreign inspections during nuclear negotiations. His remarks reflect ongoing tensions…
Ahmadinejad's Letter to Obama: Release Iran's Assets
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has written a letter to President Obama requesting the return of $2 billion in seized Iranian assets and compensation for…
Human Rights Negotiations with the European Union: Is it JCPOA 2?
The Islamic Republic of Iran has agreed to engage in human rights dialogues with the European Union, a move that reflects a significant shift in…
Iran and Azerbaijan Relations: Potential Friends and Enemies
Iran and Azerbaijan, both predominantly Shia nations, have a complex relationship marked by historical grievances and geopolitical tensions. Despite cultural ties, their relations have deteriorated…
Jahangiri: Some Statements Against Rouhani Are Very Silly
Eshaq Jahangiri criticized radical attacks against President Rouhani, calling them unprecedented and silly. He defended Rouhani's government, stating it brought stability to Iran amidst severe…
The House Arrest Reaches 2000 Days
The house arrest of Green Movement leaders Mousavi, Karroubi, and Rahnavard has reached 2000 days, highlighting the ongoing political struggle in Iran. Despite various pressures…
Establishment of a Jurisprudential Council in the Central Bank at the Order of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic
Ayatollah Khamenei has ordered the formation of a Jurisprudential Council in the Central Bank, which aims to legitimize bank interest from an Islamic perspective. This…
The Imam's Reaction to the President: Mr. Naive Claims We Gained Dignity Through the JCPOA
Ahmad Alamolhoda criticized President Hassan Rouhani's claims that the JCPOA brought dignity to Iran, labeling him as naive. Alamolhoda questioned the actual benefits of the…
Zahra Rahnavard's Message on the Eve of the Two Thousandth Day of House Arrest
Zahra Rahnavard, wife of Mir Hossein Mousavi, conveyed a message on the eve of their two thousandth day of house arrest, emphasizing their desire for…
Discontent with the JCPOA; Will Khamenei Condemn Himself or America?
Ayatollah Khamenei expresses dissatisfaction with the JCPOA, labeling it a 'pure loss' and criticizing the U.S. for failing to meet its commitments. Despite his criticisms,…
Implicit Criticism of Rouhani's Foreign Policy by Commander of the Army's Ground Forces
Ahmadreza Pourdastan, the commander of Iran's Ground Forces, criticized the foreign policy of Hassan Rouhani's government, particularly regarding the JCPOA, asserting that U.S. promises are…
Iran's Judiciary Chief Sets Conditions for Human Rights Dialogue with Europe
Iran's judiciary chief has called for a bilateral human rights dialogue with Europe, demanding that Europe address its own human rights violations. This comes amid…
Response to Khamenei: The Issue in the JCPOA is Not Trust, but the Possibility of Verification
The U.S. State Department responded to Ayatollah Khamenei's accusations of American breach of trust regarding the JCPOA, emphasizing that the core issue is verification of…
Hassan Rouhani: If the U.S. Had Goodwill in Implementing the JCPOA, We Would Have Negotiated on Other Issues
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani accused the U.S. of not fulfilling its commitments under the nuclear agreement and suggested that goodwill could have led to negotiations…
The Production Climate; Partly Cloudy to Overcast
The article discusses the unfavorable business environment in Iran for production and trade, highlighting the barriers faced by economic actors. It invites listeners to a…
Ghasemi's Reaction to CIA Director's Comments on Internal Developments in Iran
Bahram Ghasemi, spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, criticized CIA Director John Brennan for commenting on Iran's internal affairs, asserting that such remarks aim to create…
New Chief of General Staff and Security Challenges of the Islamic Republic
The Islamic Republic of Iran has appointed Major General Mohammad Baqeri as the new Chief of General Staff to enhance military capabilities amidst ongoing regional…
Ayatollah Khamenei: The JCPOA Proved the Futility of Negotiating with the U.S.
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized the Vienna nuclear agreement as ineffective and reiterated the futility of negotiating with the U.S., while Iranian officials expressed concerns about the…
Rouhani: During Sanctions, Our Hand Was Reached Out to Others
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized that sanctions did not bring dignity to Iran and that the Vienna nuclear agreement restored dignity and allowed Iran to…