February 2016
Political Landscape of Actors and Political Movements After the 2016 Elections
The March 7 elections in Iran resulted in a significant victory for reformists in Tehran, while conservatives claim success in other regions. The outcomes are…
Election Polls and Their Impact on the March 7 Elections
The article discusses the growing influence of social media and election polls on Iranian elections, particularly in the context of the upcoming March 7 elections.…
How the Victory of Reformists in Tehran Will Shape the Parliament?
The Iranian Minister of Interior announced a 62% voter turnout in the recent elections, with all reformist candidates in Tehran winning seats. This victory raises…
Views of Mehdi Fattapour and Mohammad Javad Akbarin on the Change in the Composition of the Parliament and the Assembly of Experts
The reformists have made significant gains in the recent elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly, while key conservative figures are absent from the Assembly of…
Who Will Be the Speaker of the Tenth Parliament Based on Election Results?
The article discusses the potential candidates for the Speaker of the Tenth Parliament following the recent parliamentary elections in Iran. Mohammad Reza Aref is leading…
Amar Maleki's Assessment of the Exclusion of Mohammad Yazdi and Mesbah Yazdi from the Assembly of Experts
The recent elections for the Assembly of Experts in Tehran have resulted in the exclusion of prominent figures Mohammad Yazdi and Mesbah Yazdi. This development…
Iran's Minister of Intelligence: Terrorist Elements Arrested Before Elections
Iran's Minister of Intelligence announced the arrest of individuals planning terrorist acts during upcoming elections, asserting that security measures have been heightened to prevent disruptions.…
The March 7 Elections and Their Impact on the Political Landscape of the Country
The preliminary results of the March 7 elections show a win for reformist and moderate candidates in Iran. Analysts Mehdi Mahdavi Azad and Ali Afshari…
Factors Influencing Political Decision-Making; Azadeh Kian's Perspective
Ahead of the Iranian elections, political factions influenced public participation, resulting in over 60% voter turnout. Sociologist Azadeh Kian discusses the key factors affecting political…
Bani-Sadr's View on the February 26 Elections
Abdolhassan Bani-Sadr, the first President of Iran, criticizes the lack of freedom in Iranian elections, calling for a boycott. His views highlight the systemic issues…
Radio Farda's Election Roundtable Featuring Malihe Mohammadi and Morteza Kazemian
The elections for the 10th Majlis and the 5th Assembly of Experts commenced in Iran on March 7. Radio Farda hosted a roundtable discussion with…
Participation = Legitimacy? Sanctions = Inaction?
The article discusses the significance of the Iranian elections and the implications of voter participation or boycotting. It highlights the current political climate, including external…
Interview with Hassan Shariyatmadari, Political Activist, about the March 7 Elections
The 10th parliamentary elections and the 5th Assembly of Experts elections started on March 7 in Iran. Radio Farda is providing coverage and analysis of…
Roundtable Discussion on Radio Farda Featuring Kourosh Zaeim, Ammar Maleki, and Mehdi Mahdavi-Azad
The 10th parliamentary and 5th Assembly of Experts elections in Iran commenced on March 7. Radio Farda is providing extensive coverage and analysis through discussions…
Radio Farda Election Roundtable with Taghi Rahmani and Mehdi Fattahpour
The parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections in Iran commenced on March 7. Radio Farda is providing coverage and analysis through discussions with political experts,…
Election Roundtable on Radio Farda with Javad Khadem and Ali Asghar Ramadanpour
The article discusses the commencement of the 10th Islamic Consultative Assembly and 5th Assembly of Experts elections in Iran, highlighting a roundtable discussion on Radio…
Yazdi: I Disqualified Those Who Seek Pleasure
Ayatollah Mohammad Yazdi has disqualified numerous candidates for the upcoming elections, citing their focus on personal pleasure as a reason. This includes notable reformists and…
Tehran Governorate: Organized Transfer of People to Tehran for Voting Will Be Addressed
Tehran officials have warned against the organized transfer of voters from counties to Tehran for the elections, labeling it a violation. This issue has gained…
The Influence of Leadership and the Revolutionary Guard on Elections
The article discusses the controversial influence of the Guardian Council and other powerful entities, including the leadership office of Ayatollah Khamenei and the Revolutionary Guard,…
The Deadline for Election Campaigns Has Ended
The deadline for election campaigns in Iran ended on March 6, with candidates for the Assembly of Experts and the Islamic Consultative Assembly having campaigned…
What is your assessment of citizen participation in the upcoming elections compared to previous elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts?
A poll was conducted regarding citizen participation in the upcoming elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts, showing varied expectations about…
Intervention, Fear, and Self-Goal by Khamenei
Ayatollah Khamenei is attempting to influence the upcoming elections by rallying support for a conservative parliament while expressing fears about potential social movements against hardliners.…
Readiness of 'Zafar Headquarters' to Confront 'Election Violators'
Iran's police are preparing to confront election violators ahead of the upcoming elections, with the establishment of the 'Zafar Headquarters' to enhance operational readiness. This…
Targeted Participation with Adjusted Expectations; Ardshir Amir Arjamand's Perspective
Ardshir Amir Arjamand, an advisor to Mir Hossein Mousavi, calls for targeted participation in the upcoming elections in Iran, despite widespread disqualifications and ongoing house…
Montajebnia: They Want to Bring One Million People to Tehran to Vote
Resul Montajebnia claims that Iranian conservatives are planning to bring one million voters from rural areas to Tehran to boost their electoral chances. He warns…
Tehran Police Chief: We Will Confront Political Faction Supporters' Meetings
Tehran's police chief has announced a crackdown on political faction meetings during the election campaign, emphasizing readiness to confront any disturbances. This comes as elections…
Several Opposition Parties to the Islamic Republic: We Will Not Participate in the Elections
Several Iranian opposition parties, including the National Front of Iran, the Iranian Nation Party, and the Pan-Iranist Party, have announced their decision to boycott the…
Elections and Ethnic Minorities; Views of Abdul Sattar Doshoqi
Abdul Sattar Doshoqi discusses the voting patterns of ethnic minorities in Iran, highlighting their preference for moderate and reformist candidates in recent elections. He emphasizes…
Why Participate in Non-Competitive Elections; The View of Mohammad Taghi Karroubi
The Karroubi family is urging public participation in the upcoming Iranian elections despite labeling them as non-competitive. This call reflects a desire for reform within…
Influential Institutions and Individuals in Iran's Elections
The article discusses the influence of various institutions and individuals on Iran's upcoming elections, questioning the role of the Supreme Leader and affiliated bodies versus…
Elections: The Nightmare of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic
Ayatollah Khamenei expresses concerns over the upcoming elections amid extensive disqualifications of candidates by the Guardian Council, fearing that the elections may not align with…
Iran's Leader: Destroying the Guardian Council is Aligning with Enemies
Ayatollah Khamenei warned against undermining the Guardian Council, labeling it as a foreign plot to delegitimize upcoming elections in Iran. He criticized internal voices questioning…
Representative of the Supreme Leader in the IRGC on Qualifications: Responding to the Council's Inquiry is Not Interference
Ali Saeedi, the representative of the Supreme Leader in the IRGC, claims that responding to the Guardian Council's inquiries about candidate qualifications is not interference…
The Assembly of Experts Elections and Its Impact on the Selection of the Future Leader of the System
The Assembly of Experts elections are approaching, and analysts suggest that the results will greatly influence the selection of the next leader of Iran. Mohammad…
Removal of Hashemi's Campaign Banners 'Due to Non-Compliance with Requirements'
The campaign banners for Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani have been removed due to alleged non-compliance with advertising regulations. The police and judiciary have both commented on…
Alamolhoda: Mousavi and Karroubi Were Not Spies
Ahmad Alamolhoda stated that Mousavi and Karroubi were not spies and emphasized the need for unity among supporters of the Iranian regime ahead of upcoming…
What is the Reformists' Strategy in the Elections?
The article discusses the strategies of Iranian reformists in light of the upcoming elections, highlighting their attempts to coordinate with government supporters despite facing disqualifications.…
Shut Down the Seminaries, as They Have Failed to Produce Jurisprudents
The article critiques the failure of Iranian seminaries to produce qualified jurists, highlighting the implications of the Guardian Council's approval process for candidates in the…
Why Rouhani Urges People to Participate in Elections Under Any Circumstances?
President Hassan Rouhani urged Iranians to vote in upcoming elections, stressing that participation is crucial even if candidates are not ideal. His comments reflect concerns…
Why the Fifth Assembly of Experts Elections Are Not Particularly Significant?
The upcoming elections for the Assembly of Experts in Iran are largely seen as insignificant due to the lack of genuine competition and the predetermined…
To What Extent Will the Upcoming Parliamentary and Assembly of Experts Elections in Esfand Be 'Competitive' Considering the Approved Candidates?
The article questions the competitiveness of the upcoming elections in Iran based on the approved candidates. It highlights concerns about the electoral process and the…
The Assembly of Experts Elections and the Opportunities to Counter Khamenei's Hegemony
The Guardian Council has published initial results for the Assembly of Experts elections, revealing a restrictive approach that complicates the disqualification of candidates, particularly affecting…