October 2016
Khodkhodai Reiterates: Guardian Council's Opinions Before Approval of Representatives' Credentials
Abbasali Khodkhodai, spokesperson for the Guardian Council, reiterated the council's role in overseeing parliamentary representatives before their credentials are approved. The discussion centers around the…
Motahari Criticizes Proposal for Guardian Council Oversight of Parliament Members Again
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of Iran's Parliament, has criticized the Guardian Council's proposal to oversee parliament members, arguing it undermines their independence and could lead…
Khodkhodai: According to the Leader's Directive, the Guardian Council's Oversight on Representatives Will Be Continuous
The Guardian Council's oversight on parliamentary representatives in Iran will now be continuous, as stated by spokesperson Abbas-Ali Khodkhodai, following directives from the Leader. This…
Parliament: Guardian Council Cannot Disqualify Elected Candidates After Election Validity Confirmation
The Iranian Parliament has passed a resolution stating that the Guardian Council cannot disqualify elected candidates after confirming election results. This decision is significant for…
Khamenei: Military and Security Forces Should Not Engage in Electoral Classifications
Ayatollah Khamenei has issued a directive prohibiting military and security forces from engaging in political classifications and supporting candidates in elections. This move is significant…
The Triad Coordinates of Ayatollah Khamenei's Desired Elections
Ayatollah Khamenei's intervention in the electoral process has begun with his opposition to Ahmadinejad's candidacy for the 2017 presidential election. The article explores Khamenei's criteria…