November 2015
Statistical Center: 110,000 PhD Holders Are Unemployed
The Statistical Center of Iran reported that 110,000 PhD holders are unemployed, highlighting a significant mismatch between educational qualifications and job market needs. This issue…
Iran's Attorney General Dismisses Zanjani's Claim of €22 Billion Capital as False
Iran's Attorney General has rejected Babak Zanjani's claim of having €22 billion in cash to settle his debts, stating it is unsubstantiated. This claim was…
Senior Police Official: Social Networks are Tools of Enemy Espionage
Hosseini Hosseinzadeh, head of Isfahan's Cyber Police, claims that social networks are being used by foreign intelligence as espionage tools against Iran. He raised concerns…
Khamenei's Reaction to Allegations of 'Partisan Use' of the Issue of Influence
Supreme Leader Khamenei responded to warnings from President Rouhani and others about the partisan use of the concept of influence in Iran, asserting that such…
Reconstruction of Arak Reactor: A Repeat of Bushehr Mistake?
Iran is pushing to maintain the heavy-water nature of the Arak reactor despite the costly implications and lack of technology to redesign it, raising concerns…
New York Police Response to ISIS Video: No Specific Threat Detected
The New York Police Department has responded to a new ISIS video that names New York as a potential target, asserting there are no specific…
Over One Billion People Lack Access to Toilets
The UN reports that over one billion people lack access to proper sanitation, leading to health risks and increased disease, particularly among children. The designation…
Widespread Ignorance and Confusion About Antibiotics
The World Health Organization warns of widespread ignorance about antibiotics, with many people incorrectly believing that penicillin can treat viral infections. This misunderstanding contributes to…
Reyhaneh Tabatabai's One-Year Prison Sentence Confirmed
Reyhaneh Tabatabai, a journalist and member of the Islamic Participation Front, has had her one-year prison sentence confirmed for 'propaganda against the regime.' This case…
Deputy Minister of Culture: Prevent the Influence of Dissenters in Media
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Culture has warned against the infiltration of dissenters into the media, while the Minister of Interior has detected signs of…
Discovery of Another Mass Grave in Sinjar
Kurdish Peshmerga forces have discovered a second mass grave in Sinjar, containing the remains of 50 to 60 individuals, following the earlier discovery of a…
Discovery of a Mass Grave of Yazidi Women in Sinjar
A mass grave containing the bodies of 78 Yazidi women, executed while fleeing ISIS captivity, has been discovered in Sinjar following its liberation by Kurdish…
"Positive Sanctions" and Iran's Concern Over America's Soft Power
Iran is concerned about the influence of America's soft power following the expected lifting of sanctions, which could release billions in frozen assets. The Iranian…
Have You Seen This Film Before?
Independent polling indicates that many Iranians and political elites desire better relations with the West, contrasting with Khamenei's narrative of enmity. Khamenei's focus on 'influence'…
Obama: Hello Facebook, I Finally Have a Personal Page
Barack Obama has joined Facebook, marking a new way to connect with the public. His first post emphasizes the importance of discussing key issues, particularly…
UN's Request to Iran: End Intimidation of Journalists
UN human rights experts have called on Iran to cease the intimidation and arrest of journalists ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections. The statement specifically mentions…
Interior Minister: The Judiciary is Set to Present Documents Regarding Arrests
Iran's Interior Minister announced that the Judiciary will present documents related to the recent arrests of journalists, which have drawn criticism for their handling by…
Shamkhani: I Agree That Recent Arrests Are Political
Ali Shamkhani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, agrees that recent arrests of journalists were politically motivated, contrasting with the view of Aladdin Boroujerdi,…
Motahari: They Want to Use the Term 'Infiltration' as a Tool for Creating Repression
Ali Motahari, an Iranian MP, criticized the use of the term 'infiltration' by authorities as a means to suppress dissent and limit freedom of expression.…