October 2023
Reports of 'Intense Clashes' in Gaza as Israeli Ground Attacks Expand
Intense clashes have erupted in Gaza as Israeli forces expand their ground operations, targeting militant positions while civilians face critical shortages of essentials. The situation…
Continued Bread Crisis; Denial of Price Increase and Closure of Bakeries in the Capital
The bread crisis in Tehran has escalated with rising prices and government denials of these increases. Governor Ahmad Qayoumi has closed bakeries for violations while…
Poisoning and Hospitalization of 67 Students at a Girls' Vocational School in Zanjan
On November 7, 67 students from a girls' vocational school in Zanjan were hospitalized due to poisoning, with officials attributing the cause to anxiety rather…
Statistical Account of Gender Discrimination; Women's Unemployment Twice That of Men
A recent report reveals that women's unemployment in Iran is twice that of men, with female graduates making up a significant portion of the unemployed.…
A Member of Parliament: We Have a Shortage of 300 Medicines, but the Government Claims 'Everything is Wonderful'
Yahya Ebrahimi, a member of the Iranian Parliament, revealed a significant shortage of over 300 medicines in Iran, contradicting the government's claims of a stable…
Biden and Bin Salman Discuss Israel-Hamas War in Phone Call
U.S. President Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman discussed efforts to prevent the escalation of the Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing humanitarian aid and…
Increased Vehicle Seizures 'Under the Pretext of Hijab'; A Lawyer: It Contradicts the Constitution
The Iranian government has intensified vehicle seizures under the pretext of enforcing hijab laws, prompting legal criticism from a lawyer who argues it violates the…
Security Forces Destroy Part of Graves of Executed Political Prisoners from the 1980s
Security forces in Iran have intensified the destruction of graves of political prisoners executed in the 1980s, particularly in Mashhad and other cities. This ongoing…
Iran's Statistical Center: Year-on-Year Inflation for Residential Apartments in Tehran Exceeds 75% in September
The Statistical Center of Iran reported that inflation for residential apartments in Tehran has surpassed 75% as of September, with prices more than doubling over…
Hosseyn Razagh, imprisoned media activist, goes on hunger strike
Hosseyn Razagh, a political prisoner in Iran, has initiated a hunger strike after being moved to solitary confinement, raising concerns about his health and the…
A Human Rights Organization: At Least 5 Children and Adolescents Among the Detainees in Zahedan
On October 20, 2023, at least 24 people were detained during protests in Zahedan, including five minors. The arrests were carried out by security forces…
Fariba Adelkhah, Iranian-French Researcher, Returns to France
Fariba Adelkhah, an Iranian-French researcher imprisoned in Iran since 2019, has returned to France after being barred from leaving despite her release. Her case drew…
The United States and 46 Other Countries Support Maintaining Sanctions Related to Resolution 2231
The U.S. and 46 allied countries reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining sanctions against Iran's ballistic missile program, citing ongoing threats to international stability. This comes…
Ambiguity in the Legal Obligation of 'Permanent Contracts for Workers'; Labor Activist: Most Workers Do Not Have Written Contracts
Labor activists in Iran express skepticism about the implementation of a law mandating permanent contracts for workers after four years of employment, citing that most…
Biden Calls Attack on Hospital in Gaza a 'Horrific Tragedy'; Both Sides Blame Each Other
A missile strike on the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza resulted in hundreds of deaths, leading to blame between Israel and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. U.S. President…
Russia says it no longer sees the need to comply with UN Security Council resolutions regarding Iran's missile program
Russia has declared it will no longer comply with UN Security Council resolutions regarding missile technology transfers to Iran after their expiration. Meanwhile, the EU…
Reactions to Raisi's Remarks on Drug Shortages: Put Yourself in the Patients' Shoes
Ebrahim Raisi's comments on drug shortages have sparked significant backlash from Iranian journalists and social media users, who criticize his insensitivity towards patients suffering from…
Israel-Hamas War; American Politicians and Prince Reza Pahlavi Criticize the Islamic Republic
Prince Reza Pahlavi criticized the Islamic Republic's approach to regional stability and called for a regime change in Tehran. American politicians echoed concerns about the…
Sullivan: The U.S. Warned the Islamic Republic About Escalating Conflicts in Israel
Jake Sullivan announced that the U.S. has warned Iran about escalating conflicts in Israel as Israeli forces prepare for a large-scale operation against Hamas. The…
UN Special Rapporteur: Mandatory Hijab is the Most Obvious Example of Violence Against Women in Iran
Javid Rahman, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, released a report highlighting the Iranian government's enforcement of mandatory hijab as a form…
Warning from Ham-Mihan Newspaper to Islamic Republic Officials: Exercise Restraint, the Hamas-Israel War Has 'Heavy Consequences'
The Iranian newspaper Ham-Mihan warns the Islamic Republic officials to exercise restraint in light of the ongoing Hamas-Israel conflict, which could have severe repercussions for…
The hashtag 'Iranians Stand with Israel' Goes Viral; Users: 'The Head of the Octopus is in Tehran'
On October 8, amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, the hashtag 'Iranians Stand with Israel' gained significant traction on social media, reflecting a…
Congratulations from 22 Female Political Prisoners to Narges Mohammadi: Efforts for Freedom and Equality Recognized
Narges Mohammadi, a political prisoner and human rights activist, has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize, recognized for her efforts in advocating for freedom…
New Report from Freedom House: Iran Holds Record for Most 'Internet Freedom Decline' in the World
A new report by Freedom House reveals that Iran has the worst decline in internet freedom globally for the thirteenth consecutive year, exacerbated by government…
Head of Atomic Energy Organization: We Removed Inspectors from Countries with 'Harsh Positions' Against the Islamic Republic
The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization announced the removal of inspectors from three European countries due to their harsh political stances against Iran. This…
Forced Transfer of a Student, Suspension of a University Professor; Pressure on Academics in Iran Continues
The Iranian government continues to exert pressure on academics, with a student being forcibly transferred and a professor suspended for supporting protests. This reflects a…
Food Crisis in Iran; Minister of Agriculture Proposes Establishment of 'Supreme Food Security Council'
Iran's Minister of Agriculture proposed the establishment of a 'Supreme Food Security Council' amid a food crisis and soaring prices. The country faces crippling inflation,…
High School Girl Faints in Metro | Users: Officials Pushed Her; Government Arrested a Journalist
A high school girl fainted in the Tehran metro after allegedly being pushed by officials for not wearing a mandatory hijab, leading to her hospitalization.…
Justin Trudeau: We Must Not Forget Injustices Against Indigenous Peoples in Canada
Justin Trudeau emphasized the importance of acknowledging past injustices against Indigenous peoples in Canada during National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. He highlighted the need…
A Reformist Party Warns Ebrahim Raisi About the 'Erosion of Legitimacy' of the Islamic Republic
The reformist party 'Islamic Iran Nation Alliance' has issued a warning to President Ebrahim Raisi about the erosion of legitimacy in the Islamic Republic, citing…