July 2023
Mandatory Hijab | Ministry of Culture: 'Taqche' Does Not Have Operating License; Users: Access Has Been Blocked!
The Iranian Ministry of Culture has announced that the online book platform Taqche lacks the necessary licenses to operate, following pressure due to images of…
Ebrahim Raisi Issues Directive for 'Stabilization of Oversight' by IRIB over 'Home Entertainment'
Ebrahim Raisi has directed IRIB to oversee the home entertainment network, a move criticized by artists and cultural institutions as a step back to more…
Government Newspaper: Don't Mock Raisi, He Really Can't Sleep Over Inflation
The government newspaper defends President Raisi's claims about his sleeplessness over inflation, criticizing those who mock him. It highlights ongoing economic issues in Iran, including…
A Parliament Member Criticizes the Raisi Government: They Are Driving the Country to the Brink
Mohammad Wahidi, a member of the Iranian Parliament, criticized the Raisi government's handling of the economy, claiming it is leading the country towards disaster. He…
Hamid Abutalebi, Advisor to Hassan Rouhani: National Interests Have Lost Their Meaning
Hamid Abutalebi, a political advisor, argues that Iran's national interests have lost significance due to a confused foreign policy, which has intensified in recent years.…
Confession of a Member of the Combatant Clergy Society: Public Satisfaction is Low
Mostafa Pourmohammadi, a member of the Combatant Clergy Society, admits that public satisfaction in Iran is low, attributing this to government actions and economic issues.…
Raisi Sends Bill to Parliament for the 'Recovery of Iran's Deposits' from South Korea
Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi has submitted a bill to parliament to pursue the recovery of seven billion dollars in blocked funds from South Korea, amid…
New Reaction from the Minister of Culture: 'No Negative Reports' on the Gilan Director Before Recent Incident
The Iranian Minister of Culture denied having prior knowledge of sexual misconduct allegations against Reza Taqati, the dismissed Director General of Culture in Gilan, despite…
The Government's Economic Locomotive on a Path to Collapse; Food Prices Remain at the Top of Inflation Table
The Iranian economy is facing severe inflation, particularly in food prices, which have reached 70%. Rural communities are experiencing even higher inflation rates, leading to…
Full text of the 'Hijab and Chastity' bill published; from monetary penalties to restrictions on social media activities and travel bans
The Iranian government has published a comprehensive bill aimed at enforcing mandatory hijab and chastity, outlining severe penalties for violations. This legislation follows widespread protests…
Islamic Republic Pursues Development of Nuclear Power Plants; Eslami: We Have Sent New Documents to the Agency
Iran's Atomic Energy Organization is advancing its nuclear power plant development with a strategic roadmap. Mohammad Eslami announced the production of yellowcake from phosphate and…
Proposed Resolution 'Sanctioning Iran's Missile Program' Approved by House Foreign Affairs Committee
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee approved a resolution to impose sanctions on Iran's ballistic missile program while rejecting another proposal to lift existing sanctions.…
Shahre Qamar, Actress, Arrested
Shahre Qamar, an Iranian actress, was arrested for allegedly spreading psychological insecurity and insulting government officials on social media. This incident highlights the ongoing crackdown…
Elon Musk Links Bronny James' Cardiac Arrest to COVID Vaccine
Elon Musk has linked the cardiac arrest of Bronny James, son of NBA star LeBron James, to the COVID vaccine, sparking significant backlash and debate…
Mythim Latifi Remains Deputy of the Government by Circumventing the Law; Minister of Justice Responsible for 'Implementation' of the Administrative Justice Tribunal's Ruling
Mythim Latifi remains in his position despite a ruling from the Administrative Justice Tribunal that annulled his appointment due to legal issues regarding his affiliation…
The Price Hike Reaches Bakeries; Bread Suddenly Becomes More Expensive
The price of subsidized bread in Mashhad has suddenly increased by up to 40%, despite previous denials from government officials. Local bakers are facing economic…
Economic Tension Among Leaders of the Islamic Republic; Government Media: 53% of People Do Not Know the Name of the Speaker of Parliament
The Iranian government media reported that over 53% of Iranians do not know the name of the Speaker of Parliament, reflecting a significant public dissatisfaction…
Former MP: Lack of Action Against Saeed Toosi and Reza Taqati Has Political Reasons
A former Iranian MP claims that political motivations are behind the lack of action against Saeed Toosi and Reza Taqati, both involved in sexual misconduct…
Radical Islamist Preacher in Britain Charged with 'Terrorism-Related Offenses'
Anjem Choudary, a radical Islamist preacher in the UK, has been charged with terrorism-related offenses after his recent arrest. He has a history of promoting…
Qalibaf's Reaction to the Scandal of the Director General of Culture and Islamic Guidance in Gilan; Revealing This Matter Requires a Judge's Order
Bagher Qalibaf, the Speaker of Parliament, responded to a scandal involving Reza Saghati, the Director General of Culture and Islamic Guidance in Gilan, stating that…
Continuing Ambiguity in Reviving the JCPOA; Iran's Uranium Reserves Have Increased
Iran's uranium reserves have increased significantly, raising concerns amid stalled negotiations over the JCPOA. U.S. officials express skepticism about reviving the nuclear deal, while Iranian…
Ashura is Here; Representative of Sistan and Baluchestan: We Have No Water, People Are Crying for Thirst
Representatives from Sistan and Baluchestan are raising alarms about severe water shortages affecting the region, comparing the situation to Ashura and warning of forced migration.…
Criticism from a Newspaper Close to Ali Khamenei on the Government; How Long Should the People's Table Shrink?
A newspaper close to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei criticized President Raisi's government for failing to address rising inflation and its impact on the people's…
Social Security Retirees Protest Living Conditions: Wages Should Exceed Poverty Line
Social Security retirees in Iran protested in multiple cities demanding better living conditions, higher pensions above the poverty line, and support for a jailed lawyer.…
Migration Hits Workers; 'There is Work, but No Workers'
Iranian workers are facing severe economic challenges, leading to a search for better-paying jobs and increased migration due to low wages. Labor representatives are demanding…
Ali Akbar Salehi Calls for Comprehensive Negotiations Between the Islamic Republic and the United States
Ali Akbar Salehi, a prominent Iranian diplomat, has called for comprehensive negotiations between Iran and the U.S. to address various issues beyond previous discussions. He…
Peru's Supreme Court Allows Registration of Same-Sex Marriages
Peru's Supreme Court has ruled in favor of officially recognizing same-sex marriages, marking a significant victory for the LGBTQ community in a country that previously…
Founder of 'Modesty and Hijab Workshop' in Gilan Dismissed After Reports of Sexual Relations with a Young Man
Reza Taqati, the head of the Culture and Islamic Guidance Department in Gilan, was dismissed following allegations of sexual relations with a young man. His…
Britain: Disputes at High Levels of Iranian Government Over Drone Sales to Russia Have Begun
High-level disputes within the Iranian government have emerged over the sale of drones to Russia, which has been criticized by Western officials as unethical. The…
Citizens Stand Against Mandatory Hijab; Ghalibaf: Returning to 'Desired State' is Difficult
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, warned that civil disobedience against mandatory hijab makes returning to a 'desired state' increasingly difficult. Meanwhile,…
Dispute Over Ebrahim Raisi's Role in the Return of 'Guidance Patrol' to the Streets
The return of the 'Guidance Patrol' has sparked a dispute within the Iranian government, with conflicting reports on President Ebrahim Raisi's involvement. While state-affiliated media…
International SIM Cards Sold for 'Up to 90 Million Tomans' to Bypass Filtering in Iran
International SIM cards are being sold in Iran for up to 90 million tomans to help users bypass internet filtering. This trend highlights the inadequacy…
Turkey Triples Fuel Tax
Turkey has tripled fuel taxes to address a growing budget deficit and earthquake recovery costs, raising concerns about inflation. The lira's significant depreciation has exacerbated…
Education Council: Arabic Learning 'Mandatory' and English 'Optional'
The Iranian government has made Arabic language education mandatory in schools while making English optional. This decision reflects a shift in educational policy emphasizing religious…
U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Talks Visits Beijing
John Kerry, the U.S. Special Envoy for Climate, is visiting Beijing to discuss climate issues with his Chinese counterpart. The talks focus on reducing emissions…
General Framework for Separating Trade from Industry Approved; 'Trade' on the Verge of Returning to the Ministry Circle
The Iranian parliament has approved the revival of the Ministry of Trade, despite concerns about its cost and potential contradictions with the Sixth Development Plan.…
On the Eve of 'Mahsa Amini's Anniversary'; Morality Police Quietly Returns to the Streets
The morality police has resumed operations in Tehran amidst ongoing tensions over hijab enforcement, following the death of Mahsa Amini. This return has sparked public…
The Economic Catastrophe of Raisi's Government in the First Four Months of the Year; Horrific and Unimaginable
Iran is facing a severe economic crisis under President Ebrahim Raisi, with food prices skyrocketing and poverty rates rising dramatically. Pensioners have taken to the…
In Two Years; Housing Construction Costs Doubled
The cost of housing construction in Iran has doubled over the past two years, significantly impacting affordability and access to housing. Despite promises from President…
Controversies Surrounding the Cancellation of Raisi's Deputy's Appointment; Government's 'Anger' and the Administrative Justice Court President's 'Explanation' and Defense
The Administrative Justice Court annulled the appointment of Meysam Latifi as head of the Administrative and Recruitment Organization, citing legal violations. The government criticized the…
Raisi Heads to Africa; State Media Claims It Aims to Strengthen Cooperation
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi is set to visit Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe, marking the first visit by an Iranian president to Africa in over a…
Controversial Twitter Rival Breaks Record; Threads Reaches 100 Million Users
Threads, a new social media platform launched by Meta, has rapidly gained 100 million users in just five days, posing a significant challenge to Twitter.…
New Report from the U.S. Director of National Intelligence: The Islamic Republic is Currently Not Engaged in Nuclear Weapon Development
The U.S. Director of National Intelligence released a report indicating that Iran is not currently pursuing nuclear weapons development, although it has the largest ballistic…
Raisi's Deputy: Administrative Justice Court Lacks Authority to Nullify Appointment of Head of Administrative and Employment Organization
The Administrative Justice Court ruled that the appointment of Meysam Latifi as head of the Administrative and Employment Organization was illegal due to his affiliation…
Appointment of 'Dismissed' Head of Prisons Organization as Head of Special Inspection Office and Citizens' Rights
Mohammad Mahdi Haj Mohammadi, previously dismissed as head of Iran's Prisons Organization due to allegations of prisoner mistreatment, has been appointed as the head of…
Head of Labor Faction in Parliament: Workers' Tables Are Empty; Government Should Provide 'Essential Goods' to Workers
Ali Babaei Karanami, head of the Labor Faction in Iran's Parliament, criticized the government for failing to provide essential goods to workers amid rising inflation.…
Statistical Account by a Member of the Supreme Council of Cultural Revolution on Top Rankings; University Also Became the Share of the 'Wealthy'
A report reveals significant disparities in university entrance exam results in Iran, showing that wealthier students dominate the top rankings, while impoverished students have minimal…
Hundreds of Contract Workers from the Ministry of Oil Gathered in Front of the Presidential Office
Hundreds of contract workers from Iran's Ministry of Oil protested against the continued presence of contracting companies, demanding direct contracts and better working conditions. The…
Sudanese Army Airstrikes Leave 22 Dead
Sudanese army airstrikes in Omdurman have killed at least 22 people amid ongoing conflicts with the Rapid Support Forces. Over 1,100 have died since fighting…
Criticism from a Parliament Member on 'Playing with Numbers' in Raisi's Government: Real Inflation is 120 Percent
A member of the Iranian Parliament has criticized the government's inflation statistics, claiming the real rate is 120 percent compared to the official 40 percent.…
Rafael Grossi's Visit to South Korea and Discussions on Fukushima's Radioactive Water Discharge
Rafael Grossi, the IAEA Director General, is visiting South Korea to discuss Japan's plan to discharge treated radioactive water from Fukushima. While South Korea respects…
Molavi Abdolhamid: French Police Did Not Blind Any Protester or Kill Anyone
Molavi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian government's treatment of protesters, emphasizing the right to protest and condemning the use of violence against them. He also highlighted…
Increase in Iran's 'Cheap Oil' Exports Amid Decline in Saudi Production
Iran's crude oil exports have surged to a five-year high, primarily driven by increased sales to China, as Saudi Arabia reduces its production to stabilize…
Pentagon Increases Control Over Classified Information
The Pentagon is tightening controls over classified information following the arrest of Jack Teixeira, a member of the Air National Guard, for leaking sensitive documents…
First Report of the UN Fact-Finding Mission: Injustices Continue After Mahsa Amini's Death
The UN Fact-Finding Mission presented its first report on human rights in Iran, highlighting ongoing injustices following Mahsa Amini's death. The report noted the lack…
Ukrainian Innovators' Efforts to More Effectively Down Russian 'Shahed' Drones
Ukrainian engineers and military officials met to develop strategies to counter Iranian 'Shahed' drones used by Russia. They awarded $3 million to teams creating effective…
Head of the Stock Exchange Organization; Addressing Rent Seekers is on the Agenda
The head of Iran's Stock Exchange Organization has stated that tackling rent seekers is a priority amid ongoing market turmoil. The Ministry of Economy is…
Bread Prices on the Rise; Scenario for Price Increase Under Review
Iranian officials are reviewing a potential increase in bread prices amid ongoing shortages and complaints from bakers about low prices. The government had previously stated…
Iran Human Rights Organization: 354 Executions in Six Months; World Community Must Break Silence
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported that 354 people were executed in Iran in the first half of 2023, marking a 36% increase from the…
Criticism from Representatives of Raisi Ahead of Elections; President and Ministers are Lying to the People
As parliamentary elections approach, Iranian representatives are increasingly critical of President Ebrahim Raisi and his government, accusing them of lying about economic conditions. They express…
Retirees Council's Reaction to the Seventh Development Plan; It Will Lead to 'Intensification of Public Misery'
The Iranian Retirees Council criticized the draft of the Seventh Development Plan, claiming it will worsen public misery and impose austerity on the majority. They…
The Guardian: Britain, Germany, and France Will Violate the JCPOA for the First Time
Britain, Germany, and France are set to violate the JCPOA for the first time by not lifting missile-related sanctions against Iran, citing Iran's violations and…
Criticism from MP on Widespread Military Presence: The Country Has Become Like a Barracks!
Jalil Rahimi Jahan Abadi, an MP, criticized the increasing military presence in Iran's government, expressing that citizens have lost faith in the Parliament and Government.…
Japan: We have tracked Russian ships near Taiwan and Okinawa Islands
Japan has tracked two Russian naval vessels near Taiwan and Okinawa, raising concerns about national security due to ongoing military activities by Russia in the…
Iran's Protest Letter to the President of the European Council; Stop Hannah Neumann
Hannah Neumann, a German MEP, revealed that Iran's government sent a letter to the European Council protesting her tweets criticizing President Raisi. The Iranian Foreign…