January 2016
24 Baha'is in Golestan Province Sentenced to 193 Years in Prison
Twenty-four Baha'i citizens in Golestan Province have been sentenced to a total of 193 years in prison for their membership in the Baha'i community. This…
Closure of 25 Websites in East Azerbaijan Due to 'Electoral Violations'
The judiciary in East Azerbaijan has closed 25 websites due to electoral violations as part of a broader crackdown on electoral activities ahead of upcoming…
Brands and Smuggling: The Cause of the Crisis in Iran's Apparel Industry
Iran's apparel industry is in crisis due to increased smuggling and competition from international brands following the lifting of sanctions. The industry is struggling to…
Obama Praises the Power of 'Smart Diplomacy' Towards Iran
Barack Obama praised the implementation of the nuclear agreement with Iran and the prisoner exchange, highlighting the effectiveness of 'smart diplomacy' in addressing these issues.…
Announcement of the Imminent Closure of Al Jazeera America
Al Jazeera America is set to close by the end of April 2016 due to financial issues and lack of viewer success in the U.S.…
Cancellation of Private Exchange Licenses in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan has canceled licenses for private currency exchange offices, allowing only banks to conduct foreign currency transactions due to the manat's significant devaluation. This decision…
Another Footballer Summoned to the Culture and Media Prosecutor's Office
A former footballer from Iran's national team and Persepolis has been summoned to provide explanations to the Culture and Media Prosecutor's Office. This follows the…
The U.S. Government to Announce New Gun Ownership Control Laws
President Barack Obama is set to announce new gun control measures without Congressional approval, aiming to address gun ownership issues in the U.S. These measures…
The Air We Breathe
The Supreme Audit Court of Iran has raised concerns over severe air pollution in Tehran and other cities, sending confidential letters to government leaders demanding…