April 2018
Note: Why Did Mortazavi Go Into Hiding?
Saeed Mortazavi, a former high-ranking judiciary official in Iran, is serving a two-year prison sentence after a lengthy and controversial judicial process. His case highlights…
Donald Trump: Exiting the JCPOA Sends the Right Message to North Korea
U.S. President Donald Trump supports Israel's claims about Iran's nuclear ambitions and believes that exiting the JCPOA sends a positive message to North Korea. Netanyahu…
Malaysia Releases Images of Two Suspects in the Assassination of a Hamas Member
Malaysian police released images of two suspects in the assassination of Fadi Mohammed al-Batsh, a Palestinian lecturer and Hamas member, who was shot dead in…
Five-Year Prison Sentence Confirmed for Head of Rouhani's Election Headquarters in Ivank
A five-year prison sentence has been confirmed for Ali-Mohammad Mohammadi, head of Hassan Rouhani's election headquarters, for insulting the eighth Imam of Shia Muslims. This…
Trump Administration Advisor Warns of Iran's Challenge to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Regime
Christopher Ford, a U.S. State Department advisor, warned at a UN conference that Iran poses a long-term challenge to the nuclear non-proliferation regime, alongside North…
A Woman Arrested for Protesting the Beating of a Young Girl by 'Guidance Patrol'
A 48-year-old woman was arrested for protesting the violent treatment of a young girl by Iran's 'Guidance Patrol.' The incident has sparked widespread criticism and…
Establishment of the First Emergency Contact Line Between the Leaders of North and South Korea
An emergency contact line has been established between North and South Korea ahead of a historic meeting between their leaders, Kim Jong-un and Moon Jae-in.…
Khawand: The Market Does Not Accept the 4200 Toman Dollar
Recent tensions in Iran's currency market have led to rising prices for goods, particularly food, raising inflation concerns. Economist Fereydoun Khawand emphasized that the market…
Qasemi: European Human Rights Sanctions Do Not Hinder Ongoing Dialogues
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that European human rights sanctions reflect differing views but will not disrupt ongoing dialogues with the EU. The EU recently…
Over 30,000 Workers Were Injured in 2017
In 2017, over 30,000 workers in Iran were injured in workplace accidents, highlighting a significant safety crisis in the country. Officials have pointed to negligence…
Amnesty International: Iran Responsible for Over Half of All Recorded Executions in 2017
Amnesty International's annual report highlights Iran's significant role in global executions, with at least 507 people executed in 2017, accounting for over half of the…
Iran in the Past Year
The year 1396 was marked by significant political and economic challenges for Iran, including public protests and a stagnant foreign policy. Despite Rouhani's re-election, hopes…
China's Tiangong-1 Space Station Caught Fire and Crashed in the South Pacific
China's Tiangong-1 space station crashed into the South Pacific after burning up upon re-entry. This incident raised concerns about potential human casualties and highlighted China's…
Significant Macroeconomic Events in Iran Last Year and the Outlook Ahead
Iran's economy faced numerous challenges in 2017, including high unemployment and inflation, despite some positive trends like rising oil prices and housing market activity. The…