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…
Nearly 15% Increase in Abortion Permits in Iran Over 10 Months
The Medical Legal Organization of Iran reported a 14.6% increase in therapeutic abortion permits over the past 10 months, with 5,806 permits issued. This highlights…
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…
Iran Elections and the Participation of Ethnic and Religious Minorities
The article discusses the significant participation of ethnic and religious minorities in Iranian elections, highlighting their preference for moderate and reformist candidates over conservatives. Experts…
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 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…
The Average GPA of High School Students in Iran is 12
The average GPA of high school students in Iran is reported to be 12, with significant disparities between genders and fields of study. Abdolrasoul Emadi…
Tenfold Increase in Street Addicts in Iran Over Eight Years
Saeed Safatian, a member of Iran's Expediency Discernment Council, reported a tenfold increase in street addicts over the past eight years, criticizing the previous parliament's…
40 More Parliamentary Candidates Approved; Final Count: 6,340
The Guardian Council has approved 40 more candidates for the parliamentary elections, bringing the total to 6,340. This follows the review of objections from 150…
Detention of Three Iranian Fishermen by Kuwait; Reaction to 'Finger Cutting' Video
Three Iranian fishermen were detained by Kuwaiti military forces while fishing in international waters, leading to concerns over their treatment and the circulation of a…
Disqualification of 25 Prominent Lawyers for the Iranian Bar Association Elections
The Supreme Disciplinary Court of Judges has disqualified 25 prominent lawyers from the upcoming elections for the Iranian Bar Association's board. This decision affects well-known…