February 2017
Amnesty International Criticizes 'Widespread Human Rights Violations in Iran'
Amnesty International's annual report highlights ongoing human rights abuses in Iran, including suppression of free speech and harsh punishments. The report coincides with recent sentences…
44 People Arrested at a Party in Mashhad
44 individuals were arrested at a party in Mashhad, including 25 men and 19 women, for consuming alcohol and participating in a mixed-gender celebration. The…
Ahmad Montazeri Released on Leave for Eight Days 24 Hours After Arrest
Ahmad Montazeri, son of a prominent cleric, was arrested for six years but was granted an eight-day leave after being held in solitary confinement. His…
Canadian-Made Engines Do Not Prevent ATR Aircraft from Entering Iran
Iran is close to finalizing a contract to purchase 20 ATR aircraft, overcoming previous obstacles related to Canadian-made engines. The deal is significant for enhancing…
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Killing Wounded Palestinian Attacker
An Israeli soldier, Elor Azaria, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for killing a wounded Palestinian attacker, Abdul Fattah al-Sharif. The lenient sentence has…
Why Direct Foreign Investment Does Not Come to Iran?
The Iranian government reports that only a small fraction of approved foreign investments have been realized, raising questions about the effectiveness of the JCPOA in…
Hand Amputation Sentences for Three Individuals Convicted of Theft in Tehran
Three individuals in Tehran have been sentenced to hand amputation for theft, sparking condemnation from human rights organizations. The sentences were issued by the Tehran…
Tamarez, the Sole Representative of Iranian Cinema at Berlin
The film "Tamarez" represents Iranian cinema at the Berlin International Film Festival, showcasing a formalistic narrative style. Directed by Abd Abest, it explores themes of…
Trump Advisor: The White House Considers All Options Including Issuing a New Immigration Order
Stephen Miller, a Trump advisor, indicated that the White House is considering all options, including a new immigration order, to address the suspension of Trump's…
Was the Revolution Inevitable?
The article discusses the inevitability of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, featuring insights from two political activists with differing views. It raises questions about the political…
Amnesty International: Thousands Executed in a Syrian Prison
Amnesty International reported that the Syrian government has executed 13,000 people in mass executions since 2011, primarily in Sednaya prison. The report highlights systematic torture…
Largest Anti-Government Protests in Romania Since the Fall of Communism
Romania is experiencing its largest anti-government protests since the fall of communism, with hundreds of thousands protesting against a new law proposed by the ruling…