April 2017
Khamenei Rejects Discussion of 'Lift of the Shadow of War' by 'Some Officials'
Ayatollah Khamenei dismissed claims by some officials, including President Rouhani, that the JCPOA has removed the threat of war from Iran, attributing the country's security…
Freedom House: Iran is One of the 10 Least Free Countries for Media in the World
Freedom House's annual report highlights Iran's status as one of the least free countries for media, citing ongoing repression and unprecedented threats to media globally.…
Examination of Three Electoral Claims by Rouhani on the First Day of Campaigning
Hassan Rouhani made several claims about freedom of expression and air quality in Iran during the first day of his electoral campaign. However, these statements…
Ahmadinejad and Baghaei: We Will Not Support Any Candidate
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Hamid Baghaei, both disqualified from the presidential election, announced they will not support any candidates. They claimed their candidacy was due to…
Summoning of 50 Student Activists to Judicial Authorities and Suspension of Seven Islamic Associations
Fifty student activists have been summoned to judicial authorities, and seven Islamic student associations have been suspended due to increasing restrictions on student activities in…
Police Establish Customs Protection Unit to Combat Smuggling
The Iranian police have established a Customs Protection Unit to combat smuggling, responding to the Supreme Leader's demands. This unit aims to enhance oversight at…
Qazi Askar: We Will Not Act Against Saudi Arabia's Wishes During Hajj
Ali Qazi Askar confirmed that Iran accepted Saudi Arabia's condition to cancel the Dua-e-Kumayl ceremony during this year's Hajj. This decision reflects ongoing tensions between…
Rahmani: Ahmadinejad's Behavior is a 'No' to Leadership
Political analyst Taghi Rahmani comments on Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's unexpected candidacy for the upcoming elections, suggesting that his actions reflect a challenge to the leadership of…
Khamenei's 'War' Against Clerics and the Judge of the '67 Massacre in the Virtual Space
The Iranian judiciary, under Khamenei's orders, is intensifying its crackdown on virtual spaces, viewing them as a threat to the Islamic regime. Khamenei and other…
Ahmadinejad: The Leader's Recommendation Did Not Prevent My Candidacy
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered unexpectedly for the upcoming presidential election, claiming that the Supreme Leader's recommendation not to run was not a prohibition. He stated…
Alongside Baghaei, Ahmadinejad Registers as a Presidential Candidate
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered as a candidate for the upcoming presidential elections in Iran, despite previously stating he would not run and the Supreme Leader's…
Khamenei Criticizes 'Misinterpretations' of His Economic Remarks
Ayatollah Khamenei addressed misinterpretations of his comments on imports, emphasizing that imports should not harm domestic production. This comes amid ongoing economic challenges in Iran…
Minister of Communications: We Have Negotiated to Lift the Twitter Ban
Iran's Minister of Communications announced that the government has negotiated to lift the Twitter ban, but the decision lies with a working group responsible for…
Hassan Rouhani Criticizes 'Destruction and Accusations' Against His Government Ahead of Elections
Hassan Rouhani criticized accusations against his government ahead of the presidential elections, urging candidates to focus on healthy competition. Conservative candidates have harshly criticized his…
Installation of Advanced Device at Shahid Rajaee Customs for Inspection of All Containers
Iran's customs is set to install an advanced X-ray system at Shahid Rajaee port to inspect all incoming containers, addressing concerns over unchecked smuggling. This…
Ebrahim Raisi, Custodian of Astan Quds, Moves Closer to Final Nomination of Principlists
Ebrahim Raisi has emerged as the leading candidate for the principlist faction in the upcoming Iranian presidential elections, following a selection process by the Popular…
13 Billion Dollars: The Volume of Smuggling in 2016
Qasem Khorshidi announced that smuggling in Iran reached approximately $13 billion in 2016, with a significant increase in confiscations and the discovery of smuggling gangs.…
Guardian Council: Hassan Rouhani Must Be Reapproved for Next Term
The Guardian Council has stated that President Hassan Rouhani must be reapproved for the next term, emphasizing that his qualifications are limited to four years.…