June 2015
Arrests for Eating During Ramadan; A Unique Islamic Accusation
In Tabriz, 92 young individuals were arrested for eating during Ramadan, a charge that reflects strict enforcement of religious laws in Iran. The incident raises…
Meeting of Two Ministers to Clarify Concert Regulations
Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture, announced an agreement with the Minister of Interior to clarify the roles of the Ministry and police in concert…
Australia Approaches Stage of 'Returning Refugees to Iran'
Australia is negotiating with Iran to return thousands of Iranian refugees, nearing a historic agreement that may also involve scholarships for Iranian students and work…
Proposal to Amend a Resolution to Prevent Police Interference in Concerts
Iran's Minister of Culture announced plans to amend a resolution that allows police interference in concert cancellations, following recent incidents where several concerts were canceled…
Minister of Culture: The Problem with Some Concerts is the 'Audience'
Iran's Minister of Culture has stated that the audience is often the problem behind the cancellation of concerts, despite President Rouhani advocating for people's happiness…
The Instrument That Fell Silent in the Struggle Between Police and Government
The recent clash between the Iranian government and police resulted in the silencing of prominent musician Kayhan Kalhor, who protested by canceling his concerts. Other…
Losers of the Turkish Elections: Political Absolutism, Economic Corruption, and Religious Biases
The Turkish parliamentary elections on June 7, 2015, resulted in a significant loss for President Erdoğan and his ruling AKP, marking the end of their…