December 2023
33% Decrease in Iran's Exports to Turkey
Iran's exports to Turkey have decreased by 33% in 2023, while Turkey's exports to Iran have increased by 7%. The Iranian Minister of Economy has…
Podcast Reminder
The podcast 'Reminder' features various episodes discussing critical social issues in Iran, including protest suicides, compulsory hijab, and the struggles of marginalized communities. Notable figures…
Testimony of Released Israeli Hostage from Gaza: Not Everyone Was Lucky
Chen Almog Goldstein recounts her harrowing experience as a hostage in Gaza, where she lost her husband and daughter to Hamas attacks. She highlights the…
Continued Price Increases in Iran; Families Have Spent More Than Last Year
Iran's inflation rate has surged, with consumer prices rising by 44.4% over the past year, significantly impacting household spending. The government claims its monetary policies…
Freedom Committee for Cecile Couleur: 600 Days Since Her Arrest in Iran
Cecile Couleur, a French trade union activist, has been imprisoned in Iran for 600 days, prompting calls for her release from various organizations. The situation…
Workers' Wages in 22 U.S. States Will Increase at the Start of the New Year
Starting January 1, 2024, minimum wages will increase in 22 U.S. states, benefiting about 10 million workers and adding approximately $7 billion to their wages.…
Head of Shin Bet Warns of Threats Against Senior Israeli Army Commander by Radical Jews
Ronen Bar, head of Shin Bet, has issued a warning regarding threats to Yehuda Fox, a senior Israeli army commander, from radical Jewish extremists. Fox's…
Statement by 170 Political Activists Criticizing the Priority of 'Mandatory Hijab' and Emphasizing the Necessity of 'Separation' of Religion and Government
170 political activists in Iran criticized the government's focus on enforcing mandatory hijab while ignoring severe social issues like poverty and unemployment. They called for…
Eight Billion Dollar Annual Investment Needed for Petrochemicals; Investors Withdraw Due to Financial Issues
The National Petrochemical Company in Iran requires $8 billion annually to meet its growth targets, but investors are withdrawing due to financial difficulties exacerbated by…
Inflation Warning for Proposed Budget Bill 1403; Inflation Exceeds 50 Percent
Experts are warning about worsening economic conditions in Iran, with inflation expected to exceed 50 percent due to unrealistic revenue projections in the proposed budget…
Head of Nursing Organization: 10,000 of the 'Best Nurses' Have Migrated
The head of Iran's Nursing Organization reported that over 10,000 nurses have migrated due to job pressures and violence in the healthcare sector. This migration…
Bitter Confessions of Workers; If We Protest, We Get Fired
Workers in Iran are facing severe exploitation, with many fearing dismissal if they protest for their legal rights, such as bonuses. The Ministry of Labor…
Consequences of Poverty in Healthcare; 150 Emergency Room Escapes Recorded Monthly at a Tabriz Hospital
Poverty in Iran is leading to severe healthcare crises, with hospitals reporting an average of 150 emergency room escapes monthly. This situation highlights the increasing…
An Official: We Have 7.4 Million Illiterates
The head of the Literacy Movement Organization reported 7.4 million absolute illiterates in Iran, contradicting previous claims of 98% literacy. The rise in poverty is…
The Killing of a Leader of 'Al-Shabaab' by American and Somali Forces
American and Somali forces killed a senior Al-Shabaab leader, Ayman, who was responsible for numerous attacks in Somalia and Kenya. His death is significant as…
Israeli Army Destroys Communication Tunnels of Hamas Leaders
The Israeli army has destroyed a network of tunnels used by Hamas leaders Yahya Sinwar and Mohammed Deif in Gaza. This operation is significant as…
Environmental Issue of Microsoft's Support Cessation for Windows 10; Millions of Computers to be Recycled
Microsoft plans to stop supporting Windows 10 by October 2025, potentially leading to 240 million computers being recycled. This raises concerns about electronic waste and…
The Islamic Republic's Broadcasting Organization: The Most Loss-Making Entity in the Country; An Organization with a Large Budget for Few Audiences
The Iranian parliament has mandated a significant increase in funding for the Islamic Republic's Broadcasting Organization, which is currently the most loss-making entity in the…
Turkey Gives Green Light to Sweden's NATO Membership; Erdogan: Actions by the U.S. and Canada Have Been Effective
Turkey's President Erdogan announced that positive developments regarding U.S. F-16 sales and Canadian arms sanctions are paving the way for Sweden's NATO membership approval. Erdogan…
Vatican Approves Blessings for Same-Sex Couples in Historic Ruling
The Vatican has approved a historic ruling allowing priests to bless same-sex couples, emphasizing that these blessings do not equate to marriage. Pope Francis aims…
Continued Insecurity in Workshops in Iran; Death and Injury of Two Sabzevar Workers and Electrocution of a Lineman
Two workers in Sabzevar, Iran, faced serious accidents due to unsafe working conditions, highlighting ongoing issues in workplace safety. Labor activists criticize the government's ineffective…
Reza Shahabi, Imprisoned Labor Activist, Transferred to Hospital Due to Illness
Reza Shahabi, a labor activist and board member of the Tehran Bus Workers Syndicate, has been transferred to the hospital due to high blood pressure…
Pope Francis Expresses Regret Over War in Gaza Affecting Church Sanctuary
Pope Francis condemned the killing of two Christian women by the Israeli army while they sought refuge in a church, labeling Israel's actions as 'terrorism'.…
Comparison of Housing Prices in Iran and Turkey; Homes in Istanbul Are Cheaper than in Tehran
A recent report reveals that housing prices in Istanbul are lower than in Tehran, with significant increases in Tehran's housing market leading to a rise…
U.S. Congress Approves $886 Billion Defense Budget
The U.S. Congress has approved an $886 billion defense budget, which includes military funding and assistance to Ukraine. The bill received bipartisan support but has…
The body of Afagh Khosravi-Zand, a Baha'i citizen, was buried in Khavaran "against the family's heartfelt wishes"
Afagh Khosravi-Zand, a Baha'i citizen, was buried in Khavaran against her family's wishes due to governmental pressure and university refusal to accept her body. This…
Water in Hamas Shelters; Israel Begins Pumping Seawater into Hamas Tunnels in Gaza
Israel has begun pumping seawater into Hamas tunnels in Gaza as part of its military operations to destroy the tunnel infrastructure. This action is seen…
Spokesman of the Medical Council says 'canned tuna' is more expensive than a doctor's visit
The spokesman for the Iranian Medical Council highlighted the economic struggles leading doctors to seek alternative professions, as their income is insufficient to sustain living…
Exclusive | 17 Days of Hunger Strike by Zohreh Sarv; Sit-in by Several Political Prisoners in the Office of the Head of Women's Ward at Evin Prison
Zohreh Sarv, a political prisoner, has been on a hunger strike for 17 days protesting against her continued imprisonment and lack of medical treatment. Her…
Mexican Officials Announce Arrest of Two Iranians Under FBI Surveillance Near the Border
Mexican immigration officials arrested two Iranians believed to be under FBI surveillance near the U.S. border. They were part of a group of five Iranians…
Senate Votes Down Senator Paul's Proposal to Withdraw American Forces from Syria
The U.S. Senate rejected Senator Rand Paul's proposal to withdraw American troops from Syria, arguing that their presence is necessary to combat ISIS, despite claims…
London's Anger Over Moscow's 'Cyber Espionage' Campaign; UK Summons Russian Ambassador
The UK summoned the Russian ambassador and imposed sanctions due to a hacking group linked to the FSB that has targeted British officials and organizations.…
Exclusive | 13 Days of Hunger Strike and Deteriorating Health of Zohreh Sarv; Prison Officials Threaten to Cut Phone Access
Zohreh Sarv, a political prisoner in Iran, has been on a hunger strike for 13 days in protest against ongoing legal harassment and denial of…
Signs of Subsidence Observed on the Tehran-Mashhad Railway; A Ministry Official: It's Very Dangerous
Signs of dangerous land subsidence have been reported along the Tehran-Mashhad railway, with officials warning of potential collapses. Over 35% of Iran's population is at…
Committee to Protect Journalists Calls for Release of Critical Journalist in Azerbaijan
The Committee to Protect Journalists has called for the release of Raft Muradli, a journalist arrested in Azerbaijan on dubious charges. His arrest follows the…
Israel's Plan for Hamas Tunnels in Gaza: Pumping Water from the Mediterranean Sea
Israel plans to flood Hamas tunnels in Gaza with water from the Mediterranean to eliminate militants. The U.S. has been consulted, but opinions within the…
French Interior Minister: We are Permanently Threatened by 'Islamist Terrorism', Extremists are Mostly Mentally Ill
French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin highlighted the ongoing threat of Islamist terrorism following a recent attack in Paris that resulted in a death and injuries.…
Volcano Eruption in Indonesia; 11 Climbers Killed, 12 Missing
A volcanic eruption in Indonesia's Mount Marapi has resulted in 11 climbers dead and 12 missing. Rescue operations are ongoing despite safety concerns, with local…
A 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes the Philippines; Tsunami Warning Issued for the Philippines and Japan
A powerful earthquake struck the Philippines, prompting tsunami warnings for both the Philippines and Japan. While evacuation orders were issued, initial reports indicated no significant…
Unveiling a New Layer of the Healthcare Crisis in Iran; Profiting from Patient Information
A new report highlights the exploitation of patient information in Iran's healthcare sector, revealing that illegal platforms are profiting from this data. The lack of…
Air Pollution in Iran Reaches Peak; Mazut Burning as Main Cause
Air pollution in Iran has reached alarming levels, particularly in major cities like Tehran and Isfahan, primarily due to the burning of mazut. The government…