February 2016
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…
Kerry: Iran Has Withdrawn a Significant Number of Revolutionary Guard Forces from Syria
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announced that Iran has withdrawn a significant number of Revolutionary Guard forces from Syria, indicating a decrease in direct…
Ayatollah Khamenei and the 'Enemies' Who Consider Him the Most Radical
Ayatollah Khamenei has attacked his opponents, labeling them with various accusations while asserting his right to polarize society. He defends radical forces like Hezbollah and…
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.…
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…
Voting or Boycotting: Perspectives from Experts
Experts discuss the implications of voting and boycotting elections in Iran, highlighting the differing meanings attributed to these actions by Iranian leaders and citizens. The…
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…
Al Arabiya: 32 Individuals Accused of Spying for Iran in Saudi Arabia
A Saudi court has accused 32 individuals, including an Iranian and an Afghan, of espionage for Iran, highlighting ongoing tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran.…
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…
Taghi Rahmani: The People's Vote is the Only Limitation on Power
Taghi Rahmani discusses the nature of elections in Iran, emphasizing that while they are not free, public participation is still crucial. He reflects on the…
No to 'Daesh Jurisprudence' Through the Assembly of Experts Elections
Ayatollah Khamenei and the IRGC have manipulated the Assembly of Experts elections to create a compliant body, disqualifying many reformist candidates. This manipulation reflects a…
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…
Valiati and Putin Meet
Ali Akbar Velayati met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss bilateral and regional cooperation, emphasizing Iran's strategic 'Look to the East' policy. Both countries…
Nobakht: We Have No Restrictions with America on Economic Issues
Mohammad Baqer Nobakht stated that Iran has no economic restrictions with the U.S., emphasizing investment and technology imports. This comes amid a backdrop of a…