August 2017
The Illusion of Minimal Achievements in Political Participation: The Case of the Tenth Islamic Republic Parliament
The article critiques the claims of Iranian reformists regarding their political participation and achievements in the Tenth Parliament, arguing that their presence has not led…
Parliament Grants Confidence to 16 of Rouhani's Proposed Ministers; Bitaraf Fails to Gain Approval
The Iranian parliament approved 16 out of 17 proposed ministers by President Hassan Rouhani, with Habibollah Bitaraf, the proposed Minister of Energy, failing to gain…
The Story of the Withdrawal of 28 Billion Tomans from the Retirement Organization's Accounts
A member of the Tehran City Council revealed that 28 billion tomans were withdrawn from the Retirement Organization's accounts without being deposited into the treasury.…
Is Khamenei Responsible for All Mistakes or is Hassan Rouhani Also to Blame?
The article discusses the tensions between Hassan Rouhani and Ayatollah Khamenei regarding cabinet appointments and governance in Iran. It highlights the dissatisfaction among voters and…
Details of the Plan to Counter US Sanctions Approved by Parliament
The Iranian Parliament approved a plan to counter US sanctions with a significant budget allocation for missile programs and military activities. This move, seen as…
Hamas: A New Chapter in Relations with Iran Has Opened
Hamas has announced a new chapter in its relations with Iran following a meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. This development comes after…
Inauguration Ceremony of Hassan Rouhani's Second Presidential Term Held
Hassan Rouhani's inauguration ceremony for his second presidential term took place in Tehran, attended by numerous foreign dignitaries, including EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini.…
The Sanctions Law and Continued Tensions Between Iran and the United States
The U.S. has enacted new sanctions targeting Iran, Russia, and North Korea, escalating tensions particularly with Iran over its nuclear and regional activities. The sanctions…