February 2018
UN: 482 Executions in Iran Over the Past Year
The UN reported that 482 people were executed in Iran last year, raising concerns about human rights violations, particularly regarding juvenile offenders and the lack…
Is Having a Religious Authority in Conflict with Individual Independence and Responsibility?
The article discusses the conflict between having a religious authority in Shia Islam and individual independence, featuring a debate between Shia cleric Mohammad Hossein Tabarsi…
Trump Calls for Arming Teachers and Raising Legal Age for Gun Purchases
Donald Trump has proposed arming trained teachers and raising the legal age for gun purchases to 21 in response to school shootings. His comments have…
International Atomic Energy Agency Again Confirms Iran's Compliance with JCPOA
The IAEA confirmed Iran's compliance with the nuclear restrictions under the JCPOA, stating no issues with enriched uranium levels. However, tensions remain as the U.S.…
Amnesty International Report on Human Rights Violations in Iran in 2017
Amnesty International's 2017 report highlights severe human rights violations in Iran, including unfair trials, executions of minors, and suppression of protests. The report emphasizes the…
Jahangiri: I Exaggerated During the Elections and Haven't Met with the Leader Since Then
Es'hagh Jahangiri, the First Vice President of Iran, admitted to exaggerating during the recent presidential elections and has not met with the Supreme Leader since…
Note: The 1979 Revolution; The Challenge of Reason, Science, and the Customs of Iranian Society and the World
The article reflects on the 40th anniversary of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, criticizing the Islamic Republic for its failure to mature and address societal challenges.…
Annual Report by Freedom House on the Status of Freedom in Iran
Freedom House's annual report reveals that Iran remains a non-free country with significant restrictions on political rights and civil liberties. The report highlights the lack…
Significant Drop in Stock Indexes in the U.S. Stock Market
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped significantly by 1,175 points, marking an unprecedented decline, raising concerns about inflation and interest rates following a strong employment…
Crisis in Israel-Poland Relations
A crisis has erupted between Israel and Poland over a new law criminalizing the acknowledgment of Poland's involvement in Nazi crimes during WWII. This law…
Younesi: Ahmadinejad's faction played a significant role in the recent protests
Ali Younesi claims that Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's faction significantly contributed to the recent protests in Iran, which aimed to overthrow President Hassan Rouhani. He suggests that…
Why is 'Motherhood' Sacred and Associated with Expectations of Self-Sacrifice?
The article discusses the sanctification of motherhood in Iranian society, exploring whether this is a privilege or a limitation for women. It features insights from…
Dariush: 'Ain' Says No to Denial and Obsolescence
Dariush Eghbali discusses his foundation 'Ain' and its new independent educational radio aimed at raising awareness about social issues and human rights in Iran. The…