July 2016
Mortazavi: Palizdar is Spreading Ridiculous Lies
Saeed Mortazavi, former Tehran prosecutor, dismissed Abbas Palizdar's claims of being threatened with execution as ridiculous lies. Palizdar, who previously exposed corruption among high-ranking clerics,…
Tehran Prosecutor: The Case of Bank Mellat Involves the Transfer of 800 Billion Tomans
The Tehran prosecutor has announced the arrest of the former CEO of Bank Mellat, Ali Rastgar, in connection with a case involving the transfer of…
Arrest of 150 Girls and Boys in a 'Night Party'
The Iranian police arrested 150 individuals at a mixed-gender party in Islamshahr, accusing them of planning to create a video for satellite networks. This incident…
Ejei: Anger Over Saudi Actions May Reduce Sentences for Attack on Embassy
The Iranian judiciary announced that attackers of the Saudi embassy may receive reduced sentences due to their anger over Saudi actions, particularly the Mina tragedy.…
Judiciary Confirms Arrest of Iranian-American Citizen in Gorgan
An Iranian-American citizen, Reza Shahini, has been arrested in Gorgan, Iran, while visiting his sick mother. The Iranian judiciary confirmed the arrest but provided no…
Palizdar: Mortazavi claimed he has taken copies of all his documents out of the country
Abbas Palizdar claims that Saeed Mortazavi, a former Tehran prosecutor, stated in court that he has taken copies of all his documents out of Iran.…
Jannati: The Least Cancellations of Concerts Are Related to the Police
Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture, defended the government's decision to limit the police's role in concert permit issuance, stating that most concert cancellations come…
Ejei: Four Arrested in Case of Former CEO of Bank Mellat
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the former CEO of Bank Mellat, Ali Rastgar, amid allegations of financial misconduct, including illegal salary payments.…
Iranian Judicial Authority: Arrest of 50 Girls and Boys for Attending a Party
Over 50 young people were arrested in Iran for attending a night party, highlighting ongoing crackdowns on social gatherings and alcohol consumption. The arrests were…
Jafari's Explanations Regarding the Arrest of Members of the 'Financial Corruption Network' Linked to 'Politicians'
The IRGC commander Mohammad Ali Jafari announced the arrest of the former CEO of Bank Mellat and his deputy, linking them to a broader financial…
Accused of the Attack on the Saudi Embassy: 'We Regret It Because We Hurt the Leader's Heart'
The first court session for 21 defendants accused of attacking the Saudi embassy in Tehran revealed their claims of being 'Hezbollah' members and expressed regret…
First Court Session for Attackers of Saudi Embassy Held
The first court session for 21 individuals accused of attacking the Saudi embassy in Tehran was held, with charges of disturbing public order and destruction.…
Prosecutor Denies Sending Threatening Text Messages to Journalists
Tehran's prosecutor denied allegations of sending threatening messages to journalists and activists, claiming such accusations aim to discredit the judiciary. Many received messages demanding they…