August 2018
Trump: The Possibility of the Fall of the Iranian Government Due to U.S. Policies
Donald Trump suggested that U.S. policies, particularly the withdrawal from the JCPOA, could lead to the fall of the Iranian government. This statement reflects ongoing…
Zarif: Adherence to the JCPOA is Not Iran's Only Option
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that remaining in the JCPOA is not Iran's only option, emphasizing the need for courage in fulfilling commitments…
Iran's Role in Shaping the Iraq War According to a U.S. Army Report
A Wall Street Journal report reveals Iran's significant involvement in the Iraqi civil war, including training and arming Shiite militias like Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, led…
News Summary for Thursday, September 8
The article provides a summary of significant news from Iran and the world on September 8, 2018, including sanctions impacting global oil reserves, allegations against…
Khamenei to Government: Give Up Hope on Europeans Regarding Issues Like JCPOA
Ayatollah Khamenei has instructed the Iranian government to abandon hopes of European support regarding the JCPOA and the economy, while reiterating that negotiations with the…
Minister of Intelligence: Dozens of Spies Arrested in Various Institutions
Iran's Minister of Intelligence announced the arrest of dozens of spies within government institutions, emphasizing the success of counter-espionage efforts. The arrests reflect ongoing tensions…
News Summary for Wednesday, September 7
On September 7, various news items emerged from Iran, including a significant decrease in oil exports, Ayatollah Khamenei's remarks about negotiations with the U.S. and…
Either Khamenei is Removed and the Parliament is Inept, or the IRGC Must Exit Politics and Economics
The article critiques the concept of Velayat-e Faqih and argues for the separation of religion from government in Iran. It emphasizes the need for reformists…
Trial of 19 Individuals for Allegedly Causing 2500 Billion Toman Damage to the Currency System
A trial has commenced for 19 individuals accused of causing significant damage to Iran's currency system, totaling 2500 billion tomans. The judiciary is taking a…
Four-Day Process of Iran's Complaint Against the U.S. Begins in The Hague
Iran has initiated a legal complaint against the U.S. at the International Court of Justice over the reinstatement of sanctions, claiming it violates a 1955…
Iran's Complaint Against the U.S. to Be Heard by the International Court of Justice
The International Court of Justice will begin hearings on Iran's complaint against the U.S. regarding the reinstatement of sanctions after the U.S. withdrew from the…
Legal Case Formed Regarding Anti-Government Gathering in Qom and Remarks by a Mourner in Tehran
A legal case has been opened regarding threats made during an anti-government gathering in Qom and repeated by a mourner in Tehran. The judiciary is…
Zarif: Meaningless Internal Disputes Complete America's Psychological Atmosphere
Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized internal political disputes in Iran for exacerbating public despair following the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA. He emphasized that these disputes…
Report on Labor Issues in Iran - September 2018
In September 2018, Iranian workers faced severe economic challenges, including unpaid wages and rising living costs, leading to protests and legal actions against labor activists.…
Khamenei Changes Commander of the IRGC Navy
Supreme Leader Khamenei appointed Alireza Tangsiri as the new commander of the IRGC Navy and Ali Fadavi as the deputy coordinator amidst rising tensions with…
September 2018 Human Rights Developments in Iran
In September 2018, multiple human rights violations were reported in Iran, including the arrests of environmental activists, Baha'i students, and political figures. The judiciary announced…
Ahmad Khatami: The Cost of a U.S. Attack on Iran Will Also Include Israel
Ayatollah Ahmad Khatami warned that if the U.S. attacks Iran, Israel will also face consequences. This statement comes amid heightened tensions and discussions about potential…
Kaleme Website: Security Forces Have Opened the Welded Windows of Akhtar House
Security forces have reopened the welded windows of the house of Mir-Hossein Mousavi and Zahra Rahnavard, who have been under house arrest since 2011. Despite…
Mousavi and Rahnavard Granted Permission to Meet Their Children; Amir Arjamand: No New Developments
Mir Hossein Mousavi and Zahra Rahnavard have been allowed to leave their home to visit their children, but this is not a new development according…
Trump: If Iranians want to meet, we will; otherwise, it doesn't matter to me
Donald Trump has expressed willingness to meet with Iranian officials without preconditions, stating it doesn't matter to him if they choose not to. This proposal…
Court Ruling for Former Minister's Daughter on Drug Hoarding Charges
A court ruling against the daughter of a former Iranian minister for drug hoarding is expected next week, following the discovery of a significant amount…
Zarif: How Sustainable Would a New Agreement with Trump Be?
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif expressed skepticism about the sustainability of any new agreement with the Trump administration, emphasizing that the JCPOA could continue without the…
Zarif: The 'Action Group' is Seeking a Similar Coup to the 28 Mordad Against Iran
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif accused the U.S. 'Action Group' of attempting to overthrow the Islamic Republic, drawing parallels to the 1953 coup against…
News Summary for Sunday, August 19
On August 19, 2018, significant changes occurred in Iran's military and political landscape, including the appointment of a new commander for the Air Force and…
Jahangiri: Corruption Has Reached High Officials in the Country
Eshaq Jahangiri, Iran's First Vice President, has acknowledged that corruption has reached high levels within the government, suggesting that timely action could have prevented this…
After North Korea, Iran?
Ayatollah Khamenei has reiterated his prohibition on negotiations with the U.S., despite past instances of secret talks. With Donald Trump open to negotiations without preconditions,…
Gathering of Seminars in Qom Against Hassan Rouhani's Government
A gathering of clerics in Qom protested against economic corruption and called for justice, with some attendees threatening President Hassan Rouhani. The protests reflect growing…
U.S. Secretary of State Announces Formation of 'Iran Action Group'
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the formation of an 'Iran Action Group' to oversee U.S. policies towards Iran following the withdrawal from the…
Ayatollah Khamenei's Office Issues Statement on Controversial 'I Made a Mistake' Comment
Ayatollah Khamenei admitted to making a mistake by allowing negotiations with the U.S. regarding the JCPOA, claiming it led to losses for Iran. His office…
Hassan Rouhani: America has destroyed the bridge and is shouting from the other side
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized the U.S. for destroying the conditions for negotiations, asserting that the Islamic Republic is still engaging with other nations. He…
The Grand Mistake of Khamenei!
The article discusses a recent speech by Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in which he admitted a mistake regarding negotiations with the U.S. It also…
Nauert on Khamenei's Statements: We Are Not Going to React to Everything They Say
Heather Nauert, the U.S. State Department spokesperson, stated that the U.S. will not react to every statement from global officials, responding to Ayatollah Khamenei's remarks…
Or the Smelly Keffiyeh of the Velayat!
In a dream, the Iranian Leader humorously reflects on the responsibilities of revolutionary managers regarding potential future conflicts and past mistakes, including a light-hearted anecdote…
Khamenei: I Made a Mistake Regarding JCPOA Negotiations; I Will Prohibit Negotiations with the U.S.
Ayatollah Khamenei admitted to mistakes regarding the JCPOA negotiations and declared a prohibition on negotiations with the U.S., emphasizing that Iran must achieve greater power…
Is the Judiciary's 'Therapeutic Terror' a Show of Anti-Corruption?
Ali Khamenei approved the establishment of special courts for economic corruptors in Iran, amid claims of systemic corruption within the government. Critics argue that existing…
Iraqi Prime Minister's Visit to Iran Canceled
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi canceled his visit to Iran after Iranian officials expressed dissatisfaction with his compliance with U.S. sanctions. While he maintains that…
Mogherini and Efforts to Preserve the Nuclear Agreement with the Islamic Republic
The EU is struggling to maintain the nuclear agreement with Iran amidst renewed U.S. sanctions. Federica Mogherini's advisor has threatened European companies with sanctions if…
Is There No Cause for Concern as Khamenei Claims?
The article discusses the impact of new sanctions on Iran's economy and the ongoing protests against political and economic instability. Supreme Leader Khamenei's dismissive statement…
U.S. State Department: Tehran Must Seriously Consider the Consequences of Its Actions
The U.S. State Department has reiterated its willingness to negotiate with Iran, contingent on Tehran's commitment to change its destabilizing behaviors. This comes after the…
News Digest for Wednesday, August 8
On August 8, 2018, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei reassured cultural activists abroad that they should not worry about Iran's future amidst widespread protests and…
Full Text of Donald Trump's Statement on the Resumption of U.S. Sanctions Against Iran
Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of U.S. sanctions against Iran, emphasizing a policy of maximum economic pressure. The sanctions target various sectors, including automotive and…
Approval of New Currency Policy for Supplying Essential Goods
Iran's Supreme Economic Coordination Council approved new currency policies aimed at supplying essential goods at official rates amid a severe currency crisis. The policies include…
From Amjadiyeh to Azadi: Half a Century of the 'Death to the Dictator' Slogan in the Stadium
After a Persepolis football match, fans chanted 'Death to the Dictator,' echoing a long history of anti-government sentiment in Iranian sports. This incident reflects ongoing…
News Summary for Saturday, August 4
On August 4, 2018, protests erupted in several Iranian cities, including Tehran and Karaj, with demonstrators voicing anti-government slogans. The protests were met with police…
Khamenei's Repeated Opposition to Lifting the House Arrest of Green Movement Leaders
Hassan Rouhani has requested the lifting of house arrest for Green Movement leaders, but Ayatollah Khamenei has opposed this, citing more pressing national issues. This…
Trump: I hope everything goes well between us and Iran
Donald Trump expressed hope for positive developments in U.S.-Iran relations while reiterating his criticism of the Iran nuclear deal. His proposal for a meeting with…
Motahari to IRGC Commander: You Must Follow the System's Decisions Regarding Negotiations with the U.S.
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of Iran's Parliament, urged the IRGC to follow the decisions of high-ranking officials regarding negotiations with the U.S., emphasizing that military…
World Gold Council: Iranians Purchased 15 Tons of Gold Coins and Bars in Three Months
The World Gold Council reported a significant increase in gold purchases by Iranians, doubling to 15.2 tons in three months due to economic instability and…
Zarif on American Officials' Statements: Meeting for the Sake of Meeting Has No Meaning
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated there is no plan for a meeting with U.S. officials in Singapore, emphasizing that such meetings are meaningless…
Protesters Demonstrate for the Second Consecutive Night in Gohardasht, Karaj
Protests erupted for the second night in Gohardasht, Karaj, amid rising economic grievances, with demonstrators chanting slogans against the government and setting a police motorcycle…
Trump: I feel that Iranians will soon engage in dialogue with us
Donald Trump expressed optimism that Iranian officials will soon engage in negotiations with the U.S., stating he has no preconditions for a meeting. However, Iranian…
Statements by U.S. State Department Spokesperson on Negotiation Proposal with Iran
The U.S. State Department spokesperson reiterated that both President Trump and Secretary Pompeo are open to negotiations with Iran, seeking behavioral changes from Tehran. Iranian…