December 2015
Candidates Without Religious Education Banned from Participating in the 'Scientific Exam of the Assembly of Experts'
The Guardian Council has barred candidates without religious education from participating in the upcoming Assembly of Experts elections, emphasizing the importance of religious qualifications. Over…
Furough Turns Eighty
Forough Farrokhzad, a prominent Iranian poet, would have turned eighty on December 29. Despite her short life, her legacy remains influential in Iranian society, with…
Tajikistan Protests Opposition Leader's Visit to Tehran
Tajikistan's Foreign Ministry protested the presence of Mohiuddin Kabiri, leader of the banned Islamic Renaissance Party, at an Islamic unity conference in Tehran. This incident…
Tehran Prosecutor: We Have Issued Judicial Orders to Police for Dealing with Bad Hijab
Tehran's prosecutor has ordered police to intensify actions against bad hijab and other social issues, citing a close link between social harms and crime. This…
What Happens If the 'Leader' Dies?
The article discusses the potential political implications of Ayatollah Khamenei's death, questioning how much the Islamic Republic's future relies on individual leadership versus institutional power.…
Hassan Khomeini to Run for Assembly of Experts Elections
Hassan Khomeini, grandson of Ruhollah Khomeini, has confirmed his candidacy for the Assembly of Experts elections, marking his first political run. This election is significant…
Elimination of Humanities Education in Regular Public Schools
The Iranian education system will no longer allow enrollment in humanities fields in regular public schools, directing students instead to specialized Farhang high schools. This…
Resistance Against Pressure Groups; Reformists' Presence in Universities
Sadegh Zibakalam warns against the Iranization of Ashura and Arbaeen, arguing it distorts Islamic history and exacerbates sectarian divides. Meanwhile, the political landscape sees reformist…
Reason for Prohibition: Women's Presence in Tehran Symphony Orchestra
The Tehran Symphony Orchestra was barred from performing due to the presence of female musicians, highlighting ongoing restrictions on women's participation in music in Iran.…