September 2002
Interview with Dr. Ahmadi Regarding the Election Law Bill - 2002-09-29
Dr. Ne'mat Ahmadi discusses the government's election law bill, which reportedly removes the Guardian Council's oversight of candidates. This change could significantly impact the electoral…
Guardian Council Rejects Islamic Parliament Bill Granting Women More Divorce Rights
The Guardian Council has rejected a parliamentary bill aimed at granting women greater rights in divorce proceedings, citing contradictions with Islamic law. The bill was…
Bill to Increase Presidential Powers Submitted to Parliament
President Mohammad Khatami has submitted a bill to increase presidential powers to the Iranian parliament, challenging conservative forces. The bill aims to clarify presidential authority…
Under the Microscope: Demand for the Elimination of Security Institutions - 2002-09-24
Some Iranian regime officials are calling for the removal of security institutions that function parallel to the Ministry of Intelligence, while a legal expert from…
Khatami's Parliamentary Deputy Proposes Increasing Presidential Powers to Parliament - 2002-09-23
Ali Abtahi, Khatami's parliamentary deputy, is set to propose an expansion of presidential powers to challenge conservative factions in Iran. Khatami has expressed readiness to…
Under the Microscope: Statement from NGOs Defending Human Rights Regarding Iran - 2002-09-18
Human rights NGOs have issued a statement highlighting the worsening human rights conditions in Iran. The Mo'talefeh Society is opposing government proposals to amend election…
Two Reformist Newspapers Banned
The Iranian judiciary has banned two reformist newspapers, accusing them of violating public decency by publishing images of women without hijab. This is part of…
Interview with Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi: Drawbacks of the Election Law Reform Bill - 2002-09-04
Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi discusses the pros and cons of the Election Law Reform Bill, highlighting the importance of oversight by the Guardian Council in…