May 2023
US Reiterates: JCPOA Not on Our Agenda, Iranians Negotiated in Bad Faith
The US has reiterated that the JCPOA is not currently a priority, citing Iran's lack of good faith in negotiations. Officials emphasize the importance of…
A Journalist in Iran to Voice of America: Government Abuse and Humiliation of Journalists is 'Systematic'
A journalist in Iran reported systematic abuse and humiliation of journalists by government officials following a recent incident where a journalist was beaten by guards…
IAEA: Only a Portion of Monitoring Equipment Installed at Iran's Nuclear Facilities
The IAEA reported that only a small portion of monitoring equipment has been reinstalled at Iran's nuclear facilities, while uranium enrichment levels continue to rise.…
Return of Coupons to Iran's Economy Starting Next Week
Iran's Minister of Labor announced the implementation of an electronic coupon system starting next week, increasing subsidies by 20%. This move comes after the removal…
Reaction of the Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage to Arrests Related to 'Proposal at Hafezieh in Shiraz'
The Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage criticized the arrests related to a marriage proposal at Hafezieh in Shiraz, calling it an injustice. The incident has…
IRGC's Move to Dominate Education System with 'Soldier Teachers'; Priority Given to Basij Members for Recruitment as Teachers
The Iranian government has approved a directive prioritizing the recruitment of Basij members as 'soldier teachers' in the education system, which raises concerns about the…
Former Head of a Military University Nominated as Proposed Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade
Abbas Aliabadi, CEO of Mapna, has been nominated by President Ebrahim Raisi as the proposed Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade following the impeachment of…
Discovery of 20 Million 'Illegal' Medicines in Tehran
The police in Tehran discovered a warehouse containing 20 million illegal medicines, highlighting a significant issue of drug shortages and high prices in Iran. This…
Reza Morad Sahraei Becomes New Minister of Education of the Islamic Republic
Reza Morad Sahraei has been confirmed as the new Minister of Education in Iran, succeeding Youssef Noori after a vote in the Assembly. His appointment…
Raisi's Government Denies Hacking of Presidential Website; Hackers Claim to Have 'Confidential' Documents from 120 Servers
A hacking group claims to have breached the Iranian presidential website, displaying anti-government slogans and claiming to have obtained confidential documents. The Raisi government denies…
Letter from Six Iranian Lawyers to Guterres: Death Penalty Should Be 'Abolished or Limited'
Six Iranian lawyers have urged UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to limit or abolish the death penalty in Iran, highlighting a significant increase in executions since…
Report from the Parliamentary Research Center: The Inflation Rate Felt by the People is 86 Percent
A report from Iran's Parliamentary Research Center reveals that the inflation rate felt by citizens is 86%, significantly higher than the official rates of 46%…
Judiciary Confirms Fire Department Report; Hospital Opened by Ebrahim Raisi is Unsafe
The Chief Justice of Tehran confirmed that the newly opened Mahdi Clinic is unsafe, prompting concerns over safety regulations. This situation raises questions about the…
Timeline | From Arrest to Exchange of Iranian Diplomat Convicted of Terrorism with Belgian Aid Worker
The article details the timeline of events surrounding the arrest and exchange of Iranian diplomat Assadollah Assadi and Belgian aid worker Olivier Vandecasteele. Assadi was…
US National Debt Ceiling Crisis; Biden Says He is Close to Agreement with McCarthy
President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy are negotiating a potential two-year agreement to raise the US debt ceiling, with a deadline approaching. The US…
Ongoing Water Dispute; Amir-Abdollahian: The Islamic Republic Does Not Recognize the Taliban
Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian stated that the Islamic Republic does not recognize the Taliban and emphasized the need for an inclusive government in Afghanistan…
A Newspaper's Criticism of Wage Levels: They Want to Lead Society to Unlimited Misery
The Iranian newspaper Ham-Mihan criticized the government's decision-making regarding wage increases, claiming it leads society towards poverty. The article highlights the insufficient minimum wage for…
Iran's Environment at Risk; Ebrahim Raisi's Government Removes 'Environmental Impact Assessment of Projects' from the Seventh Development Plan
The Iranian government has removed the requirement for environmental impact assessments from its Seventh Development Plan, leading to concerns about a potential environmental disaster. This…
Parliament Reports on 'Intensification of Poverty', Minister of Labor Discusses 'Severe Development' of Coupons
A report from the Iranian Parliament's Research Center highlights a significant increase in poverty, affecting even the middle class, while inflation continues to rise sharply.…
French Citizen Taken Hostage Hospitalized After Release from Islamic Republic Prison
Benjamin Brier, a French citizen recently released from an Iranian prison, has been hospitalized for recovery after a lengthy hunger strike. He expressed concern for…
Leaders of Iran and Indonesia Sign Preferential Trade Agreement
Iran and Indonesia signed a preferential trade agreement to enhance economic ties, allowing Indonesia greater access to Iranian products while reducing tariffs on Iranian goods.…
Criticism from Media Supporting Mandatory Hijab on 'Hijab Bill'; Reduces the Power of 'Enforcement Officers'
The Iranian government is facing criticism from media supporting mandatory hijab regarding the newly proposed 'Chastity and Hijab Bill', which they claim weakens enforcement against…
Rejection of Government's Inflation Statistics; Point Inflation Exceeds 68 Percent
The article discusses the discrepancy between government-reported inflation rates and those reported by ECO Iran, which claims inflation is nearing 70%. Former Central Bank head…
A Revolutionary Guard Commander Replaces Shamkhani as Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic
Ali Akbar Ahmadian has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, replacing Ali Shamkhani, who has reportedly resigned.…
Shamkhani Set to Resign; Nournews Reports Ali Shamkhani's Withdrawal from the Council Secretary Position
Ali Shamkhani is expected to resign from his position as Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, as reported by Nournews, following the publication of…
Proposal from Some Labor Organizations: Dissolution of Contractor Companies for Workers and Replacement with 'Workers' Cooperatives' to Reduce 'Exploitation'
Labor organizations in Iran are proposing to dissolve contractor companies and replace them with workers' cooperatives to combat exploitation and corruption in the workforce. Akbar…
250 Political and Civil Activists Demand Immediate Abolition of Death Penalty in Iran
250 political and civil activists in Iran have called for the immediate abolition of the death penalty amid rising executions and arrests following recent protests.…
U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Lawsuit Against Twitter Related to Deadly Terrorist Attack in Istanbul
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that victims of terrorist attacks cannot sue social media companies like Twitter under federal anti-terrorism laws for failing to prevent…
Inauguration of the First Border Market between Iran and Pakistan
The first border market between Iran and Pakistan was inaugurated in Pishin, Balochistan, aimed at enhancing trade relations. Both leaders emphasized improving security along the…
Analytical Report: The Annual Cost of Enforcing Hijab Equals the Wages of Millions of Workers in Iran
The Open Data Iran database estimates that enforcing mandatory hijab costs Iranian society between 40 to 45 trillion tomans annually, equivalent to the wages of…
Putin at the Signing Ceremony of the Rasht-Astara Railway Contract: Competing with the Suez Canal
Vladimir Putin and Ebrahim Raisi participated in a video conference to sign a contract for the Rasht-Astara railway, part of the International North-South Transport Corridor,…
Tehran Mayor Talks About 350,000 Vacant Homes in Tehran; Housing Becomes an 'Unattainable Dream'
Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani revealed that there are 350,000 vacant homes in the city, primarily held for speculation, while housing prices continue to soar. Government…
Inauguration of the First 'Russian Bank' in Iran; Users: They Have Brought a Sanctioned and Loss-Making Bank
Iran has inaugurated the first Russian bank, VTB, amidst severe international sanctions affecting both countries. While Iranian officials tout this as a significant achievement, social…
U.S. Congress Mandates Investigation into Ali Khamenei's Financial Corruption
A group of U.S. Congress members has introduced a bill requiring an investigation into the financial dealings of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his…
Two Bookstores in Rasht and Babolsar Closed Due to 'Customer Hijab Violations'
Two bookstores in Iran were closed for allowing women without hijabs to enter, reflecting ongoing tensions over mandatory hijab laws. The closures have sparked public…
Raisi's Government Defends 15,000 Toman Wheat Purchase Rate; Iraqi Brokers Buy at Double the Price
The Iranian government has set a wheat purchase price of 15,000 tomans per kilogram, leading to concerns about wheat shortages and increased imports as Iraqi…
Wheat Pricing on the Path to Crisis; Food Security Threat Alarmed
The Iranian government has set a guaranteed wheat price at 15,000 tomans, while farmers demand 20,000 to 23,000 tomans, leading to potential food security crises.…
Iran Summons Iraqi Ambassador Over Presence of Kurdish Opponents at Ceremony in Kurdistan Region
Iran has summoned the Iraqi ambassador to protest the presence of Kurdish opposition groups at a ceremony in the Kurdistan region, which Iran views as…
Qeshm Prosecutor Seizes a Ship Due to 'Mixed Gender Recreational Activities of Tourists'
The Qeshm prosecutor has seized a recreational ship due to mixed-gender tourists and lack of hijab among women, citing violations of Islamic norms. This incident…
Mawlawi Abdulhamid: The Root of the Country's Problems is the Incorrect Conduct of Elections by the Government
Mawlawi Abdulhamid, a prominent Sunni cleric in Iran, criticized the government's handling of elections as the root cause of the country's problems and protests. He…
Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff: The Islamic Republic is only months away from producing nuclear weapons
General Mark Milley warns that Iran is only months away from producing nuclear weapons, emphasizing U.S. opposition to this development. The situation is compounded by…
Some Teachers Have Been Deprived of Ranking Due to Participation in Protests
Teachers in Iran are being deprived of their ranking under a new law due to allegations of participating in protests. This situation has prompted calls…
When Statistics Speak; The Heavy Shadow of Hunger in Iran
The Statistical Center of Iran reports a significant increase in the importance of food and housing expenses amid rising inflation, leading to a drastic reduction…
Niloufar Aghaei's Reaction to Being Called a 'Liar' by Protesters on Tehran's Billboards
Tehran's municipality has installed controversial billboards accusing protesters who lost their eyesight from government gunfire of being liars, prompting a strong reaction from Niloufar Aghaei,…
Iran's Statistical Center: Annual Inflation Rate Reaches Approximately 46 Percent
Iran's annual inflation rate has reached 45.8%, with significant price increases in essential goods like sugar and chicken. The government faces rising public discontent and…
Formation of a 'Special Committee' on Nationwide Protests; Raisi Calls for 'Regular and Personal' Reports
Ebrahim Raisi has formed a special committee to investigate the nationwide protests following Mahsa Amini's death, which began in September 2022. The committee is tasked…
Initiation of Curriculum Changes at the Request of Ali Khamenei: Participation of 7,000 for Reforming 1,500 Curricula
The Iranian government is initiating significant changes to university and school curricula at the request of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, involving over 7,000 faculty members…
The Movement of SUVs in the Path of Parliament; Fereydoun Abbasi: Why Should We Make a Scene and Get Stuck on SUVs?
The impeachment of Minister Reza Fatemi Amin has sparked a conflict over the allocation of SUVs to Parliament members, with Fereydoun Abbasi questioning the need…
Israel Expresses Hope for Improved Relations with Saudi Arabia; U.S. Can Mediate
Israel's National Security Advisor is optimistic about improved relations with Saudi Arabia following Jake Sullivan's upcoming visit. The U.S. aims to mediate this process, which…
71 Arrested for 'Major Currency Disruption' in Iran; Ahmad Alavi: It's Just a Facade
Iran's Ministry of Intelligence has arrested 71 individuals for alleged major currency disruption amid rising dollar prices, which have reached 55,000 tomans. Economic experts criticize…
White House National Security Advisor: Iran Does Not Have Nuclear Weapons Today and Cannot Have Them
Jake Sullivan emphasized the U.S. commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, criticizing the previous administration's withdrawal from the JCPOA. This statement follows rising…
Ibrahim Raisi's Visit to Damascus: The Goal is to Expand Relations with Syria and Hezbollah
Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi visited Damascus to strengthen relations with Syria and Hezbollah amid a shifting political landscape in the region. This marks the first…
Submission of the Bill on 'Conducting Gatherings and Marches' to Parliament; Increase in Restrictions
The Iranian government has submitted a bill to parliament aimed at regulating gatherings and marches, which critics argue will impose further restrictions on the right…
Exclusive Interview with Two Journalists in Iran; From Countering 'Disinformation' to Arrests for 'Negative Portrayal'
The article discusses the intensified crackdown on journalists in Iran following the 2022 protests, highlighting the arrests of numerous journalists and the challenges they face…
Exclusive; A Journalist in Iran: Journalists Did Not Allow Distortion of Reality
A journalist in Iran discusses the challenges faced by the media, particularly after the protests following Mahsa Amini's death. He highlights the emergence of a…
Parliament Votes on Urgency of Re-establishing Ministry of Commerce
The Iranian parliament has approved the urgency of a bill to re-establish the Ministry of Commerce, moving closer to its revival under Ebrahim Raisi's government.…
An Expert: Online Marketing Under the Blade of Filtering and Internet Outages in Iran, Died and Came Back to Life
A digital marketing expert in Iran highlights the severe challenges faced by the industry due to internet filtering and outages, stating that many global platforms…
Continued Efforts to Control the Currency Market; Central Bank Governor: Entering the Informal Currency Market is Equivalent to Money Laundering
The Central Bank of Iran is attempting to control the rising currency market by prohibiting transactions in the informal market, which it equates to money…
Housing Recession in Iran Turns 8 Years Old; Media Reports: Increased Interest of Citizens in 'Middle-Aged Homes'
Iran's housing market has entered its eighth consecutive year of recession, leading citizens to seek middle-aged homes due to the high prices of new constructions.…