October 2015
Motahari: Indifference of Society Due to Fear Has Led to Continued House Arrest
Ali Motahari, an Iranian MP, criticized the societal indifference and fear that has led to the continued house arrest of prominent political figures since 2009.…
Import of Consumer Goods from the U.S. to Be Halted 'Through an Executive Directive'
Iran's Minister of Industry announced that imports of consumer goods from the U.S. will be halted following directives from Ayatollah Khamenei. This decision aligns with…
Transformation of Civil Institutions in Iran Over the Past Decade
The article discusses the transformation of civil institutions in Iran over the past decade, highlighting the significant decline during Ahmadinejad's presidency and the limited recovery…
Iran's Government Seeks to Attract Billions of Dollars in the U.S.
The Iranian government is attempting to attract billions in foreign investment, particularly from the U.S., to recover from years of international isolation. Hamid Biglari, a…
6% Decrease in Asian Oil Imports from Iran
Iran's oil exports to Asia have decreased by 6% compared to last year, with significant reductions from key customers like China and India. Despite a…
Ineffective Judicial System and Errant Executives
Ahmad Shahid, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran, reports ongoing human rights violations despite President Rouhani's efforts. He highlights deficiencies in the…
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani: The Most Determinative Election Will Be Held
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani emphasizes the importance of public satisfaction with the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran, hoping for a significant electoral outcome. He criticizes past…
Hassan Rouhani: Iran's Sanctions Will Be Lifted by the End of 2015
Hassan Rouhani announced that Iran's sanctions will be lifted by the end of 2015, with Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif indicating December as the deadline…
Two Tehran Residents Killed by Accidental Police Shooting
Two Tehran residents were accidentally killed by police officers who mistook them for fleeing murderers. The incident has sparked outrage and raised questions about police…
Parliament Prohibits Guardian Council and Government from Favoring Candidates in Elections
The Iranian parliament has passed a bill to prevent the Guardian Council and government officials from favoring candidates in elections, aiming to ensure a fairer…
The Water Rights That Bind Tehran and Kabul
Iran's Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of water rights from shared rivers in the context of Iran-Afghanistan relations. This issue has been a recurring topic…
Hashemi: If Necessary, Iran's Capability to Acquire Nuclear Weapons Remains
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani stated that Iran retains the capability to acquire nuclear weapons if necessary, despite the country's official stance on peaceful nuclear use. His…
Nuclear Memories of Hashemi Rafsanjani: From the Eight-Year War to the Approval of the JCPOA
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani discussed Iran's nuclear program from the Iran-Iraq war to the JCPOA approval, emphasizing that Rouhani was assured of parliamentary support. He rejected…
Harsh Slogans Against Ali Larijani at Mourning Ceremony in the Leader's Office
During a mourning ceremony at the Supreme Leader's office, attendees shouted slogans against Speaker of Parliament Ali Larijani and President Hassan Rouhani, criticizing their roles…
Drafting 'Supervision Mechanisms for the Implementation of the JCPOA' in the Iranian Parliament
The Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission is finalizing a draft for supervision mechanisms on the implementation of the JCPOA, following Ayatollah Khamenei's…
Khamenei's Conditional Approval and the Uncertain Future of the JCPOA
Ayatollah Khamenei has conditionally approved the implementation of the JCPOA, emphasizing the need for careful monitoring and expressing concerns about the U.S.'s hostile nature. This…
Hassan Rouhani Emphasizes 'Full Implementation' of JCPOA in Letter to Iran's Leader
Hassan Rouhani wrote to Ayatollah Khamenei to express gratitude for support regarding the JCPOA and emphasized the government's commitment to its full implementation. The letter…
Wave of Pilots' Migration from Iran
A wave of migration among Iranian pilots is underway due to low salaries and inadequate working conditions, with many seeking better opportunities abroad. The issue…
Abbas Araqchi: The Leader's Letter Guarantees Proper Implementation of the JCPOA
Abbas Araqchi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, stated that the Supreme Leader's letter guarantees the proper implementation of the JCPOA and emphasizes the importance of written…
Khamenei Sets Conditions for Implementation of JCPOA in Official Letter to Rouhani
Supreme Leader Khamenei has set conditions for the implementation of the JCPOA in a letter to President Rouhani, emphasizing the need for guarantees from the…
Government Spokesman Rouhani Apologizes to the People
The Iranian government spokesman, Mohammad Baqer Nobakht, apologized to the people for the economic hardships and expressed hope for a recovery post-sanctions. The culture of…
Arrest of a Journalist in Mahabad
Hassan Sheikh Aghaei, a journalist and director of the 'Ravangeh' news website, was arrested in Mahabad, with reports indicating that his website's activities have been…
Iran Prepares for a 'Tsunami' of Tourists
Iran is preparing for an influx of foreign tourists, with plans to ease visa regulations and attract investment in tourism. The country aims to increase…
Economic Experts: The New Economic Policies of the Government Will Not Perform Miracles
The implementation of the JCPOA has officially begun, with various newspapers reporting on the lifting of sanctions and the start of nuclear activity limitations. Economic…
Rouhani's Government to Issue Participation Bonds to Exit Recession
Iran's government plans to issue 16 trillion tomans in participation bonds to address its debts and combat economic recession. Key figures involved include Economy Minister…
The First Meeting of the Joint Commission of Iran and 5+1 Will Be Held on Monday in Vienna
The first meeting of the Joint Commission of Iran and the P5+1 will take place in Vienna to assess the implementation of the nuclear agreement.…
Iraqi: The European Union Will Announce a Resolution to Lift Sanctions on Sunday
The European Union is set to announce the lifting of sanctions against Iran on October 18, coinciding with the implementation of the JCPOA law in…
Signs of Potential Increased Tactical Cooperation Between Iran and the United States
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's recent statements suggest a potential shift towards increased cooperation with the United States, despite Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's continued rejection of…
Iran's Deputy Speaker of Parliament: Economic Growth Will Be Zero Percent in 2015
Iran's Deputy Speaker of Parliament warns of a concerning economic recession, predicting zero growth for 2015. The Central Bank and government officials express worries about…
Government Retreats on Women's Issues Under Rouhani
The Iranian government, represented by the Vice Presidency for Women’s Affairs, has retreated from supporting women's rights, particularly regarding the requirement for a husband's permission…
Salehi: Iran Sanctions to Be Announced Lifted on Monday
Ali Akbar Salehi announced that the EU will lift sanctions against Iran next Monday, with the US also suspending some sanctions. Iranian negotiators are heading…
Car Imports to Iran Halved in the First Half of 2015
Car imports to Iran have significantly decreased, with a 57% drop in numbers and a 48% drop in value in the first half of 2015…
Guardian Council Approves Parliament's Bill on Implementation of JCPOA
The Guardian Council has approved the Iranian Parliament's bill on the implementation of the JCPOA, paving the way for its execution likely starting next week.…
Zarif: It is Not in Iran's Interest to Lose Saudi Arabia
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized the importance of maintaining relations with Saudi Arabia, arguing that both countries share common interests and challenges. His…
Behind the Approval of the JCPOA
The Iranian parliament approved the details of the JCPOA in a swift session, influenced by a meeting involving key officials, including the Supreme Leader's representative.…
Hassan Rouhani: The Economic Situation Will Change Significantly Next Year
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced plans for a new economic package following the implementation of the nuclear agreement, emphasizing the need for foreign investment and…
Salehi: The Vienna Agreement Will Be Fully Implemented by Early January
Ali Akbar Salehi announced that Iran will fully implement its commitments under the Vienna nuclear agreement by early January, contingent on the approval of the…
The Role of a Former Security Agent in the Babak Zanjani Case
The article discusses the recent political tensions in Iran, particularly focusing on Rouhollah Hosseinian's threats against government officials and the implications of Hamid Fallah Heravi's…
Government Officials Welcome Approval of JCPOA Plan
Iranian government officials expressed support for the parliamentary approval of the JCPOA plan, while tensions arose between key figures, including threats exchanged in parliament. The…
Rouhani to Opponents of Nuclear Agreement: Lifting Sanctions Will Not Hurt Your Business
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani praised the parliament's approval of the nuclear agreement's implementation, urging national unity and dismissing concerns from opponents about their businesses suffering.…
Legal Gap in Support for Street Children
The Iranian government is facing criticism for its failure to stabilize the currency market, with the dollar surpassing 3500 tomans. Additionally, there are calls for…
Timing of Sanctions Lift Delays Iran's Oil Conference in London
The National Iranian Oil Company has postponed a London conference aimed at attracting investment for Iran's oil and gas sectors due to the timing of…
Tehran Chamber of Commerce President: Current Economic Recession in Iran is Unprecedented in 30 Years
Masoud Khansari, President of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, declared that Iran is experiencing an unprecedented economic recession, with negative growth and warnings from government…
Request by 17 Representatives of the Stability Front to Halt Review of the JCPOA Plan
Seventeen Iranian parliament members have called for the halt of the review of the JCPOA plan, criticizing the Speaker Ali Larijani for procedural violations. They…
Widespread Reaction of Islamic Republic Officials to the Death of Hossein Hamadani
Hossein Hamadani, a senior IRGC commander, was killed in Syria, prompting widespread condolences from top Iranian officials, including the President and Speaker of Parliament. His…
Do you think Hassan Rouhani's government will be able to amend the law requiring a husband's permission for a woman to leave the country, despite the opposition from some Shia clerics, in favor of Iranian women and to facilitate their travel?
A poll asks whether Hassan Rouhani's government can amend the law requiring a husband's permission for women to travel abroad, amidst opposition from some clerics.…
Minister of Labor: They Receive Money from the Government and Publish Administrative Letters Against It
Ali Rabei, Iran's Minister of Labor, criticized the public release of a letter from four ministers warning about the economic recession, calling it political mischief.…
Khamenei's Representative for Hajj: No Iranians Arrested in Mina Incident
Ali Qazi Asgar, Khamenei's representative for Hajj, denied reports of Iranian pilgrims being arrested in Saudi Arabia following the Mina tragedy, which resulted in at…
Deputy of Rouhani Defends Reform of Law Requiring Husband's Permission for Women to Leave the Country
Shahindokht Molaverdi, Iran's Deputy for Women and Family Affairs, defended her proposal to amend the law requiring husbands' permission for women to travel, clarifying it…
Khamenei's Repeated Warning: Negotiation with the U.S. is Forbidden
Ayatollah Khamenei has reiterated that negotiations with the U.S. are strictly forbidden, viewing them as a means for American infiltration into Iran. He emphasizes that…
Where is Iran headed after the JCPOA?
Masoud Jazayeri, a senior military official in Iran, announced a clear plan for Iran's future following the JCPOA, emphasizing military readiness and potential retaliation against…
Reactions to Economic Warning from Four Ministers
Hassan Rouhani's remarks at a conference have sparked significant media coverage, particularly regarding his comments on Mohammad Javad Zarif and the economic situation. Four ministers…
Rohani's Government and the Environment
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani reiterated his government's commitment to environmental issues at the UN, claiming it prioritizes sustainable development amidst rising extremism. Critics argue that…
Jannati: Important Positions Are the Right of Hezbollah Youth
Ahmad Jannati, Secretary of the Guardian Council, emphasized that only candidates who align with the Islamic Republic's principles will be allowed to run in the…
International Monetary Fund Reports Potential Negative Growth and Rising Inflation in Iran
The IMF's latest report highlights the potential for negative growth and rising inflation in Iran, emphasizing the need for economic reforms to capitalize on the…
A Teacher in Iran Goes on 'Dry Hunger Strike'
Mahmoud Beheshti Langroudi, a teacher and spokesperson for the Iranian Teachers' Trade Association, has initiated a dry hunger strike in Evin Prison to protest the…
Surprising Warning from Ministers Regarding Economic Recession
Iran's economy is facing a severe recession, prompting four ministers to warn President Rouhani that it could escalate into a crisis and distrust. Despite the…
IRGC Intelligence Reports to Parliament on Jason Rezaian
The IRGC has reported to the Iranian Parliament about Jason Rezaian, an imprisoned journalist, suggesting he is linked to U.S. senators who want to undermine…
Bashar al-Assad: We are confident our coalition will succeed
Bashar al-Assad has announced the formation of a coalition with Russia, Iran, and Iraq aimed at combating terrorism in Syria, expressing confidence in its success.…
Industry World Prediction on Currency Fluctuation Due to Government Manipulation
Babak Zanjani, a controversial oil billionaire, is on trial for serious charges including corruption and fraud after 21 months of detention. His trial, which is…
The Bill for the Protection, Restoration, and Management of the Country's Wetlands Finally Advances
The bill for the protection and management of wetlands in Iran has advanced to the Parliament amid critical conditions for several lakes, including Lake Urmia.…
Jafari: IRGC Ready for Swift and Severe Reaction Against Saudi Arabia
Iran's IRGC commander has declared readiness for a strong response against Saudi Arabia over the Mina tragedy, where hundreds of pilgrims died. This incident has…
Iran Denies Zarif and Kerry's Talks on Syria
Iran's Foreign Ministry denied reports of discussions between Foreign Ministers Zarif and Kerry regarding Syria, asserting that such news is unverified. This denial follows a…
The First Session of Babak Zanjani's Court Begins
Babak Zanjani's court session has begun, addressing serious charges of financial corruption and debt to the Iranian Ministry of Oil. Zanjani, a businessman linked to…
The Mina Incident and Its Impact on the Future of Iran-Saudi Relations
The article discusses the Mina incident and its implications for Iran-Saudi relations, inviting public opinion on the matter. It highlights the roles of Iranian officials…
Investment: Iran's Need, Foreign Influence
The article discusses the conflicting perspectives within Iran regarding foreign investment and influence, highlighting the hopes for economic growth post-nuclear agreement alongside concerns from the…
Strong Reaction to Efforts to Reform Law Requiring Husband's Permission for Women to Leave the Country
Ayatollah Jafar Subhani strongly opposes efforts by Shahindokht Molaverdi to reform the law requiring husbands' permission for women to travel abroad. This issue has gained…
Khamenei: Hostilities Will Not Be Resolved by Compromise
Supreme Leader Khamenei has dismissed the idea that reducing tensions with the U.S. will resolve hostilities, insisting that the Islamic Republic must maintain its strength…