May 2024
In a 'three-way' competition for the 'presidency'; Ghalibaf remains 'President'
Baqer Ghalibaf has been re-elected as the President of the Islamic Consultative Assembly following the formation of its twelfth term. This election saw low voter…
Background and Record of Mohammadi Kermani; Another Face of Gerontocracy in the Islamic Republic
Mohammad Ali Mohammadi Kermani, a prominent ultra-conservative cleric, has been elected as the Chairman of the Assembly of Experts, a position that holds significant influence…
The Seventh Term of City and Village Councils in Iran Will Be Three Years Long
The Iranian parliament has approved a three-year term for the upcoming seventh city and village councils, following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and the…
What is the Process for Selecting Iran's Next President and Who are the Candidates?
The death of President Ebrahim Raisi has triggered early presidential elections in Iran amidst rising protests over political, social, and economic crises. Mohammad Mokhber has…
Parliament Approves Saturday as a Day Off After Much Controversy
The Iranian Parliament has approved Saturday as an additional day off, aiming to improve economic ties and reduce working hours. This decision follows significant debate,…
Parliament Adds Saturdays to Weekend Holidays; Ball in Guardian Council's Court
Iran's parliament has approved adding Saturdays to the weekend, reducing work hours, pending approval from the Guardian Council. This decision has sparked debate among supporters…
Hassan Rouhani: Future Presidents Will Have No Political Freedom Due to Guardian Council's Indictment
Former Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized the Guardian Council's decision to disqualify him from the Assembly of Experts elections, claiming it undermines political freedom for…
Hassan Rouhani Responds to Guardian Council in 'Letter to the People': 'The Directly Elected Highest Official of the Nation Has No Freedom of Expression Even as a Citizen'
Hassan Rouhani, the former president of Iran, criticized the Guardian Council's decision to disqualify him from the Assembly of Experts elections, claiming it undermines freedom…
Reaction of Guardian Council Spokesman to Hassan Rouhani's Objection to His Disqualification: These Remarks Are Not New
Hassan Rouhani has been disqualified from the Assembly of Experts elections, prompting him to demand the reasons for this decision from the Guardian Council. The…