August 2024
Revolutionary Court Sentences Hossein Shabnazadeh to 12 Years in Prison
Hossein Shabnazadeh has been sentenced to 12 years in prison by the Revolutionary Court for various charges including propaganda in favor of Israel and insulting…
Director General of the Agency Expresses Hope for Meeting with Behdarvand and Resumption of Nuclear Talks
Rafael Grossi, the IAEA Director General, hopes to meet with Iranian President Masoud Behdarvand to discuss Tehran's nuclear program amid rising concerns over enriched uranium…
Pezeshkian Orders Return of Expelled Students and Review of Dismissed Professors
President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for the return of expelled students and a review of dismissed professors in Iran, emphasizing the importance of addressing student…
Death of a Young Man in Custody of Gilan Police; Judiciary Says Temporary Arrest Order Issued for 5 Officers
Mohammad Mir Mousavi, a young man from Gilan, died in police custody after being tortured by officers following his arrest during a brawl. The judiciary…
Criminal Charges Filed Against Baran Kowsari and Rakhshan Bani-Etemad for Violating Mandatory Hijab
Rakhshan Bani-Etemad and Baran Kowsari face criminal charges for appearing without mandatory hijab at a film critique session. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in Iran…
Mehdi Karroubi Conditions Lifting of House Arrest on Mir Hossein Mousavi's Release
Mehdi Karroubi's son announced that his father will only accept the lifting of his house arrest if Mir Hossein Mousavi's restrictions are also lifted. This…
Khamenei, Meeting with the Medical Cabinet and Continuing the Path of Raisi's Government?
Ali Khamenei met with the new Medical Cabinet, emphasizing continuity with Raisi's government while reiterating familiar themes of governance. He endorsed Pezeshkian's report on cabinet…
Alizadeh Tabatabai: The Supreme Court of the Islamic Republic Violated the Military Court's Ruling on the Downing of the Ukrainian Airplane
The Supreme Court of Iran has violated the military court's ruling regarding the downing of Ukrainian flight PS752, prompting calls for a retrial. Families of…
Abdulkarim Hosseinzadeh, Sunni Representative, Appointed as Deputy to Behdar
Abdulkarim Hosseinzadeh has been appointed as the Deputy President for Rural Development by Masoud Behdar, marking the first time a Sunni has held such a…
New Court Case for Zia Nabavi on Charges of Informing About Bedbugs
Zia Nabavi faces a new court case for allegedly spreading falsehoods about bedbug infestations in Evin Prison, which he claims are causing distress to inmates.…
How Eight-Day Space Station Passengers Got Trapped in Space?
NASA has extended the stay of two astronauts aboard the Boeing Starliner capsule until February after safety concerns arose regarding their return. The capsule remains…
Iraqchi Says Iran's Response to Israel Will Be 'Precise and Calculated'
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Iraqchi stated that the country's response to Israel for the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh will be precise and calculated. He also…
Repeated Prevention of Victims' Families from Entering Khavaran Cemetery
Families of victims of the 1980s executions were barred from entering Khavaran Cemetery to commemorate their loved ones. This incident reflects ongoing repression by the…
Government Agents Once Again Block Families of Executed Prisoners from Entering Khavaran
Government agents blocked families of political prisoners executed in the 1980s from entering Khavaran cemetery for a memorial. This action reflects ongoing efforts by the…
Letter from Five American Senators to Biden: Do Not Grant Visa to Khamenei's Newly Appointed President
Five U.S. senators urged President Biden not to grant a visa to Massoud Pezeshkian, the newly appointed president of Iran, for the UN General Assembly,…
Iran Human Rights Campaign Report on 'Deliberate' Denial of Medical Facilities to Political Prisoners
The Iran Human Rights Campaign reported that at least 34 political prisoners have been deliberately denied adequate medical care in Iranian prisons, highlighting systematic repression…
Judiciary of the Islamic Republic Files Charges Against 89 Citizens Five Years After November 2019 Protests
Five years after the violent suppression of the November 2019 protests in Iran, the judiciary has filed charges against 89 individuals previously detained. The charges…
Transfer of Armita Paveer to Solitary Confinement in Tabriz Prison; Human Rights Media: All Communication Channels Cut Off
Armita Paveer, a political prisoner in Tabriz, has been transferred to solitary confinement with all communication cut off, amid reports of psychological torture. She was…
Sina Yousefi, Lawyer, Sentenced to Prison for Comments on Raisi's Helicopter Crash
Sina Yousefi, a lawyer outside Iran, has been sentenced to 9 months in prison for comments he made about the helicopter crash of Iranian President…
Mother of Nafas Hajisharif Claims They Have Filed Complaints Against 'Noor Plan' Officers in Five Judicial and Security Authorities, Yet No Results
Maryam Abbasi, mother of Nafas Hajisharif, has filed multiple complaints against police officers involved in her daughter's violent arrest under the 'Noor Plan,' but has…
Democratic Party Convention in Chicago; Kamala Harris Praises Joe Biden's 'Lifetime of Service' to America
At the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, President Joe Biden supported Vice President Kamala Harris, who has secured the Democratic nomination for the upcoming presidential…
The Price of Coins and Currency Rates in Iran Rise Again
The prices of coins and the dollar rate in Iran have risen significantly, attributed to superstitions and a bleak outlook on peace negotiations regarding Gaza.…
Second Day of Reviewing Ministerial Candidates by Pezeshkian in Parliament; Araqchi Considers China and Russia as 'Priority' in Foreign Policy
The Iranian Parliament is reviewing the qualifications of President Pezeshkian's proposed cabinet, with significant focus on Abbas Araqchi's foreign policy priorities, particularly towards China and…
50% Increase in Housing Rent in Tehran
Housing rents in Tehran have surged by over 50%, pushing tenants away from homeownership as prices soar. The government has failed to deliver on housing…
Eliminating the Dollar from Trade with Tajikistan is Not Feasible; Financial Transactions for Traders are Impossible
The head of the Iran-Tajikistan Joint Chamber of Commerce stated that eliminating the dollar from trade between the two countries is not feasible due to…
Review of Proposed Ministers' Plans Begins in Parliament; Pezeshkian Says Government Will Adhere to Khamenei's Policies
The Iranian parliament began reviewing the plans of 19 proposed ministers by Massoud Pezeshkian, who emphasized adherence to Khamenei's policies. Despite facing criticism, Pezeshkian defended…
Phaungtern Shinawatra Elected as Youngest Prime Minister of Thailand
Phaungtern Shinawatra has been elected as Thailand's youngest Prime Minister at 37, following the removal of her predecessor. She is the second female Prime Minister…
New Charges Filed Against Pakhshan Azizi, Political Prisoner Sentenced to Death
Pakhshan Azizi, a political prisoner sentenced to death, faces new charges related to 'chaos in prison' during a voting event. He has been denied family…
Iran's Government Debt to Central Bank Increased by 72% in June
Iran's government debt to the Central Bank surged by 72% in June compared to last year, raising concerns about fiscal sustainability. The total debt has…
Proposed Cabinet of Pezeshkian; From Low Efficiency Average to Elderly Leadership
Masoud Pezeshkian introduced his proposed cabinet to the parliament, which is expected to face minimal opposition due to his alignment with Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.…
The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' Campaign Reports Record Executions in the Week Following the Start of the 'Appointed Government'
The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' campaign has reported a significant increase in executions in Iran, with over 45 prisoners executed in a week, raising alarms…
Donald Trump Returns to Social Media X and Interviews Elon Musk
Donald Trump has resumed his activity on the social media platform X and conducted an interview with Elon Musk, which faced technical delays. This event…
Stabbing in London Leaves Two Injured
A stabbing incident in London's Leicester Square injured an 11-year-old girl and a 34-year-old woman, but their injuries are not life-threatening. The attack occurred amid…
Continued Pressure on Journalists in Iran; Omid Faraghat Sentenced to Six Months in Prison
Omid Faraghat, a journalist in Iran, has been sentenced to six months in prison for 'propaganda against the regime.' This case highlights the ongoing repression…
Deputy for Women's and Family Affairs in Pezeshkian's Government Selected with Two Conditions: Marriage and Wearing Hijab
Zahra Behrouzazar has been appointed as the Deputy for Women's Affairs in Pezeshkian's government under the conditions of being married and wearing a chador. This…
Nationwide Gatherings of Iranians in Various Cities Around the World with the Slogan 'Unity for the Right to Life and Justice'
Iranians and human rights advocates gathered in over 10 cities worldwide to protest against executions and human rights violations in Iran. The protests emphasized the…
President Ebrahim Raisi Retains Mohammad Eslami as Head of Atomic Energy Organization
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has retained Mohammad Eslami as the head of the Atomic Energy Organization, despite Eslami being under UN sanctions for military-related nuclear…
Shining Night for Iranian Girls at the Olympics; Nahid Kiani Wins Silver, Kimia Alizadeh Takes Bronze
Kimia Alizadeh won a bronze medal and Nahid Kiani won a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, highlighting the achievements of Iranian athletes despite…
Withdrawal of $6 Billion from the Central Bank and Iran's Development Fund to Cover Budget Deficit
Iran's parliament has revealed a significant budget deficit for the year 1402, leading to a withdrawal of $6 billion from the Central Bank and National…
Iran's Police Chief: Illegal Immigrants Must Return to Their Home Countries by Year-End
Iran's police chief has announced that illegal immigrants must leave the country by the end of the year, particularly targeting Afghan migrants. This policy is…
Reactions to the Appointment of Jamileh Alamolhoda as a Member of the National Assessment Organization's Board of Trustees
Jamileh Alamolhoda, wife of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the National Assessment Organization, prompting backlash from students…
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia Pressured, Russia Retreated; Houthis Deprived of Military Supplies
Russia has halted military supplies to the Houthis due to pressure from the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. This development follows the Houthis' attacks on commercial…
At Least 300 People Executed in Iran Over the Past Seven Months
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported that at least 300 people have been executed in Iran in the past seven months, marking a 30% decrease…
Deputy Minister of Roads Announces Official Entry of Chinese into Housing Construction in Iran
Iran's Deputy Minister of Roads announced a formal partnership with Chinese companies to introduce new construction technologies in response to economic challenges. This collaboration is…
Kamala Harris Secures Enough Votes for Democratic Nomination in U.S. Presidential Election
Kamala Harris has secured enough votes to become the Democratic nominee for the U.S. presidential election, following Joe Biden's withdrawal. She will compete against Donald…
An Extremist Cleric's Attempt to Create a 'Special Island for Shiites' in Britain
Sheikh Yasser al-Habib, a Kuwaiti extremist cleric in Britain, is attempting to purchase the remote Torsa Island to establish a homeland for Shiites. He has…