August 2016
Reactions to the UN Aid Report in Syria
The Guardian's report reveals that significant amounts of UN humanitarian aid in Syria have been mismanaged, benefiting the Assad regime and raising concerns among former…
Commander of Iran's Basij: The Executions of 1988 Were 'Completely Correct' and Based on Khomeini's Fatwa
Mohammad Reza Naqdi, head of the Basij, defended the 1988 executions in Iran as justified and based on Khomeini's fatwa, amidst ongoing controversy following the…
PourMohammadi on the 1987 Executions: I Am Facing the Most Attacks Now and They Seem Relentless
Mostafa PourMohammadi, Iran's Minister of Justice, responded to inquiries regarding his involvement in the 1987 mass executions, asserting that he acted on divine orders and…
Slogans and Complaints Against Ali Motahari
Ali Motahari faced protests and slogans during a parliamentary session, particularly regarding his recent letter to the Minister of Justice about the 1988 executions. The…
The Assembly of Experts Defends the Executions of 1988
The Assembly of Experts in Iran has defended the mass executions of political prisoners in 1988, praising Khomeini's decision while condemning the release of an…
Motahari's Question to Pourmohammadi: Are the Rumors About the 1988 Events True or Not?
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, has formally questioned Mustafa Pourmohammadi about the truth of rumors surrounding the 1988 mass executions in Iran.…
Complete Capture of Hasakah by Syrian Kurds; Army and People's Defense Units Ceasefire
Syrian Kurdish forces have taken almost complete control of Hasakah after intense fighting with the Syrian army, leading to a ceasefire mediated by Russia. This…
Who Holds Political and Legal Responsibility for the Executions of Summer 1988?
The article discusses the ongoing debate about the political and legal responsibility for the mass executions of political prisoners in Iran during the summer of…
22 Human Rights Organizations Call for Immediate Abolition of Executions in Iran
22 human rights organizations have called for an immediate halt to executions in Iran, citing concerns over torture and unfair trials. They report that at…
Motahari's Reaction to Montazeri's Audio File: It's Good to Clarify the Issue for the People
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, has called for explanations from key figures involved in the 1988 mass executions of political prisoners following…
Obama: I'm Tired of Talking About Hillary Clinton's Rival
Barack Obama expressed his fatigue over discussing Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton's rival, while warning Democrats not to underestimate the upcoming election. He emphasized the need…
PourMohammadi: There Are 50 Million Invalid Bank Accounts in Iran
Iran's Justice Minister announced the existence of 50 million invalid bank accounts, raising concerns about the integrity of the banking system and its impact on…
Reaction of the People's Mojahedin Organization Following the Release of Ayatollah Montazeri's Audio File
The People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran has called for the trial of Islamic Republic leaders for the 1988 massacre of political prisoners following the release…
Member of Ayatollah Khomeini's Office: Audio File of Montazeri's Remarks is 'Full of Errors and Distortions'
Mohammad Ali Ansari criticized the recently published audio of Ayatollah Montazeri's remarks on the 1988 executions, claiming it is filled with inaccuracies and biases. The…
Audio File of Ayatollah Montazeri's Remarks on 1988 Executions Removed from His Website by Ministry of Intelligence Order
An audio file of Ayatollah Montazeri's remarks on the 1988 executions was removed from his website following a directive from the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence.…
Ahmad Montazeri: The Audio File is Evidence of Ayatollah Montazeri's Opposition to the 1988 Executions
Ahmad Montazeri released an audio file of his father, Ayatollah Montazeri, opposing the 1988 executions in Iran, which is being discussed widely online. The audio…
Release of Audio File of Ayatollah Montazeri's Statements on the 1988 Executions in Meeting with Judicial Officials
An audio file has been released of Ayatollah Montazeri criticizing the 1988 executions in Iran, calling them the 'greatest crime of the Islamic Republic.' He…
UN: Two Million People in Aleppo Lack Access to Drinking Water and Electricity
The UN has called for an immediate ceasefire in Aleppo as two million residents lack access to drinking water and electricity, with children at high…
Delivery of Another Batch of US Military Aid to Lebanon
The US has delivered a significant military aid package to Lebanon, including armored vehicles and artillery, as part of its strategy to bolster the Lebanese…
Sa'di's Love in Britain; Interview with Homayoun Katouzian
Homayoun Katouzian has released a new English translation of Sa'di's ghazals titled 'Sa'di in Love,' aiming to elevate the poet's recognition internationally. The book, illustrated…