February 2016
Amar Maleki's Assessment of the Exclusion of Mohammad Yazdi and Mesbah Yazdi from the Assembly of Experts
The recent elections for the Assembly of Experts in Tehran have resulted in the exclusion of prominent figures Mohammad Yazdi and Mesbah Yazdi. This development…
100,000 Years Ago; Neanderthals Breeding with Modern Humans
Recent research indicates that modern humans interbred with Neanderthals around 100,000 years ago, much earlier than previously thought. This discovery suggests that our ancestors migrated…
How Similar is the New Parliament to the Ninth Parliament?; Insights from Farzaneh Roustaei
The article discusses the potential similarities between the new Iranian parliament and the previous Ninth Parliament, focusing on the implications of a conservative majority and…
Factors Influencing Political Decision-Making; Azadeh Kian's Perspective
Ahead of the Iranian elections, political factions influenced public participation, resulting in over 60% voter turnout. Sociologist Azadeh Kian discusses the key factors affecting political…
What Do the Initial Election Results Indicate? Perspectives from Reza Alijani and Majid Mohammadi
Initial election results show a competitive landscape with independent candidates and reformists gaining ground in Iran's parliamentary elections. The results are still preliminary, and significant…
Interview with Hassan Shariyatmadari, Political Activist, about the March 7 Elections
The 10th parliamentary elections and the 5th Assembly of Experts elections started on March 7 in Iran. Radio Farda is providing coverage and analysis of…
Several Opposition Parties to the Islamic Republic: We Will Not Participate in the Elections
Several Iranian opposition parties, including the National Front of Iran, the Iranian Nation Party, and the Pan-Iranist Party, have announced their decision to boycott the…
A Member of Parliament: We Have 130,000 Addicted Students
Hosseyn Tala, a member of Iran's parliament, revealed that there are 130,000 addicted students in schools, highlighting a concerning trend of decreasing addiction age to…
Factors for Participation and Non-Participation in Elections
The article discusses the factors influencing participation and non-participation in Iranian elections, comparing them to Western democracies. Key figures, including political scientists, analyze the implications…
Kish Beach Volleyball; Iranian Women Again Denied Entry to the Stadium
Iranian women were again barred from attending the World Beach Volleyball Championships on Kish Island, despite prior assurances from officials. This ongoing restriction highlights the…
Turkey Blames Armed Kurds for Ankara Attack
Turkey blames armed Kurdish groups for a deadly attack in Ankara, which killed 28 people. Both the PKK and PYD deny involvement, while Turkey continues…
American Rapper Kendrick Lamar Dominates 2016 Grammys; Five Awards for 'To Pimp a Butterfly'
Kendrick Lamar won five Grammy Awards at the 2016 ceremony, making him the most awarded artist of the night. His album 'To Pimp a Butterfly'…
Ministry of Interior Receives Final List of Approved Candidates for Parliament
The Iranian Ministry of Interior has received the final list of candidates approved for the upcoming parliamentary elections, with campaigning starting soon. The Guardian Council…
40 More Parliamentary Candidates Approved; Final Count: 6,340
The Guardian Council has approved 40 more candidates for the parliamentary elections, bringing the total to 6,340. This follows the review of objections from 150…
Putin and Obama Agree to Collaborate on Implementing Munich Agreement
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Barack Obama agreed to enhance cooperation to implement the Munich Agreement on Syria, which includes establishing a ceasefire…
Interior Ministry Reports Approval of 51% of Parliamentary Candidates
The Iranian Interior Ministry announced that 51% of candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections have been approved, despite significant disqualifications. Reformist leaders claim that efforts…
Tens of Thousands of Displaced People from Aleppo Remain at the Turkish Border
Tens of thousands of Syrian refugees fleeing violence in Aleppo are stranded at the Turkish border, which remains closed despite Turkey's claims of accepting refugees.…
The Syrian Crisis and Saudi Arabia's Readiness to Deploy Ground Forces
The Syrian conflict escalates as government forces, backed by Russia, intensify operations in Aleppo, causing a refugee crisis at the Turkish border. Turkey pledges support…
Disqualification of 25 Prominent Lawyers for the Iranian Bar Association Elections
The Supreme Disciplinary Court of Judges has disqualified 25 prominent lawyers from the upcoming elections for the Iranian Bar Association's board. This decision affects well-known…
Syrian Peace Talks Suspended
The UN-brokered peace talks in Syria have been suspended until February 25 due to a lack of progress and the need for immediate assistance from…