November 2016
Iran's Central Bank Increases Allowed Currency Entry Limit to $10,000
Iran's Central Bank has doubled the limit for travelers bringing currency into the country from $5,000 to $10,000, effective December 1. This change aims to…
Donald Trump Appoints Mike Pence as Head of Transition Committee
Donald Trump has appointed Mike Pence as the head of his transition committee and included his children in the team. Chris Christie has been named…
Syrian Democratic Forces Launch Operation to Retake Raqqa
The Syrian Democratic Forces have launched an operation named 'Euphrates Rage' to retake Raqqa, the ISIS capital, with U.S. air support. This operation coincides with…
The Display of Cyrus After 38 Years of Isolation
Thousands of Iranians gathered at the tomb of Cyrus the Great on an unofficial 'Cyrus Day,' showcasing a resurgence of national identity after years of…
Statistical Center Report: Recession in Iran's Housing Construction Market Continues
The Statistical Center of Iran reports a continued recession in the housing construction market, with a significant decrease in building permits issued. Despite some increases…