May 2017
Athena Daemi Ends 54-Day Hunger Strike
Athena Daemi ended her 54-day hunger strike after seeing her sisters' acquittal ruling. She was imprisoned for activism against the Iranian regime. This highlights ongoing…
Police Warning About 'Visible Norm Violations' During Ramadan
The Iranian police have issued a warning regarding visible norm violations during Ramadan, stating that they will take legal action against those who eat or…
Meeting with Foad Fahandaj
Foad Fahandaj, a Baha'i citizen from Gorgan, has been imprisoned since November 2012 for charges including propaganda against the regime. He was arrested alongside his…
Meeting with Vahid Tizfahm
Vahid Tizfahm, a former director of the Baha'i community in Iran, has been imprisoned since May 2008 following the execution of his father for Baha'i…
Palestinian Prisoners' Hunger Strike in Israeli Prisons Ends
Palestinian prisoners ended their 40-day hunger strike after some demands were met by the Israeli Prison Service. The strike involved hundreds of prisoners and highlighted…
Pretending to Fast or Pretending to Observe Fasting?
The article discusses the significance and implications of fasting in Islam, highlighting differing views on its health effects and the social dynamics surrounding fasting and…
Trump After Meeting with the Pope: I Am Working to Promote Peace Worldwide
Donald Trump met with Pope Francis, promising to promote peace globally while setting aside their differences on various issues. The meeting was described as friendly…
Ministry of Oil Reports Conviction of Zakani in Criminal Court
Alireza Zakani, a former member of the Iranian Parliament, has been sentenced to one year in prison for spreading false information about corruption in the…
Syrian Kurdish Militias Have Reached 'Four Kilometers' from Raqqa
Kurdish militants of the Syrian Democratic Forces have advanced to within four kilometers of Raqqa, facing significant resistance from ISIS. The US plans to continue…
The Shadow of the JCPOA over Elections
The article discusses the impact of the JCPOA on the upcoming Iranian elections, noting that candidates are less likely to mention it. It raises questions…