October 2016
Valiati: Hassan Nasrallah is the main victor of Michel Aoun's election as President of Lebanon
Michel Aoun has been elected as the new president of Lebanon after a 29-month political deadlock, which Iranian officials, including Ali Akbar Velayati, view as…
Request for Official Recognition of 'Cyrus Day'
During Federica Mogherini's visit to Tehran, discussions focused on enhancing Iran-EU relations, with both sides emphasizing trade and humanitarian cooperation. Rouhani expressed Iran's readiness for…
Reza Shahini Threatens Hunger Strike Until Death If His 18-Year Prison Sentence Is Not Overturned
Reza Shahini, an Iranian-American citizen, threatens a hunger strike until death if his 18-year prison sentence is not overturned. He faces charges including collaboration with…
Iraqi Warns; Risk of ISIS Using Iran's Financial System
Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, warns about the risk of ISIS potentially using Iran's financial system for funding, emphasizing the need for vigilance and…
Iran's Bottom Ranking in Gender Gap
Iran ranks 139th out of 144 countries in gender gap according to the World Economic Forum, highlighting significant barriers to women's participation in various sectors.…
Warning from 18 Representatives Regarding the 'Illegal' Actions of the Judiciary Against Student Publications
Eighteen Iranian MPs have criticized the judiciary for illegal actions against student publications, particularly regarding the mention of former President Khatami. They demand that the…
Central Bank Report: Inflation Rate Reached 8.7% in October
The Central Bank of Iran reported that the inflation rate for October 2023 reached 8.7%, showing a slight decrease from the previous month. While the…
Faezeh Hashemi: The Grand Policy of the Islamic Republic is to Always Have an Enemy
Faezeh Hashemi criticized the Iranian government's policies, emphasizing the existence of innocent prisoners and the need for a change in the political landscape. She highlighted…
Attacks Against Baha'is Continue 'Intensely but Secretly' Under Rouhani's Government
The International Baha'i Community reports increased repression of Baha'is in Iran under Hassan Rouhani's government, including arrests and discrimination. Despite international criticism, the situation for…
Iran's Interior Minister: Hassan Rouhani Will Definitely Run for Presidency
Iran's Interior Minister confirmed that President Hassan Rouhani will run for re-election in 2017, emphasizing the importance of government neutrality in the electoral process. Various…
Rouhani: A Liar and Abusive Person is Not Revolutionary
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized the spread of lies and despair in society during a speech in Arak, asserting that those who propagate negativity are…
Did They Resign or Were They Resigned?
Three ministers from Hassan Rouhani's cabinet resigned last week, raising questions about the motivations behind their departures as the next presidential election approaches. The article…
Tehran and Mashhad Friday Prayer Leaders Protest Rouhani's Remarks on Engagement with the World
Tehran and Mashhad's Friday prayer leaders criticized President Rouhani's call for engagement with the global community, labeling it as a sign of dependency and betrayal…
Deputy of the Representative of the Supreme Leader in the IRGC: Rouhani's Key is in a Broken Lock
Abdullah Hajizadeh-Sadeqi criticized President Rouhani's recent cabinet reshuffle, suggesting it raises suspicions of electoral tactics and questioning the effectiveness of the changes in addressing economic…
Rouhani's Response to Criticism of the JCPOA: They Say Buy Buses Instead of Planes
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani defended the purchase of airplanes in response to criticism from opponents of the JCPOA, stating that such purchases are essential for…
Mohammad Hossein Karroubi Summoned to Court on Charges of 'Acting Against National Security'
Mohammad Hossein Karroubi has been summoned to court on charges of acting against national security, linked to a letter from his father, Mehdi Karroubi, to…
Nobakht: No Further Changes in the Cabinet Will Occur
Mohammad Baqer Nobakht announced that the Iranian government will not make further cabinet changes beyond the recent resignations of three ministers. The changes are aimed…
Asgar Oladi: We are witnessing $15 billion in smuggling
Asadollah Asgar Oladi highlighted the significant issue of $15 billion in smuggling affecting Iran's economy, urging unified action from government institutions. Officials, including Ali Larijani,…
Iran's Minister of Health: Some Decision-Makers in the Country Have Psychiatric Disorders
Iran's Minister of Health, Hassan Ghazizadeh Hashemi, claims that some decision-makers in the country suffer from psychiatric disorders, including narcissism, which he believes negatively impacts…
IRGC Commander: Some Officials Are Out of Sync with Leader's Views
IRGC Commander Mohammad Ali Jafari criticized some Iranian officials for being overly optimistic about the West and not aligning with the Supreme Leader's views. He…
Newspapers Captured by a 'Resignation': Will Jannati Stay or Go?
The article discusses the ongoing speculation regarding the potential resignation of Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, amidst political pressures and media…
Islamic Association of Two Universities Requests Rouhani to Lift House Arrest
The Islamic Association of Students at the University of Tehran and Tehran University of Medical Sciences has called on President Rouhani to lift the house…
Severe Criticism from Ansari of Mansour Arzi's Comments on 'Cursing Imam Hussein'
Majid Ansari, the legal deputy of the Iranian president, criticized Mansour Arzi's justification for cursing by claiming Imam Hussein did the same. Ansari emphasized the…
Criticism from Mousavi and Rahnavard's Children on Government's 'Indifference' to Lifting House Arrest
The children of Mir Hossein Mousavi and Zahra Rahnavard criticized the Iranian government for its inaction regarding the lifting of their parents' house arrest, which…
U.S. Dollar Flexibility Towards Iran
The U.S. Treasury's updated guidance allows non-U.S. financial institutions to conduct dollar transactions with Iran under certain conditions, reflecting a response to pressures from Iran…
Ban on 'Muharram Makeup'
The Iranian government has accepted the resignation of Abbas Daneshi, the director general of Culture and Islamic Guidance in Qom, following protests against a concert…
Controversy Over Concert Leads to Resignation of Qom's Culture Director
Abbas Daneshi resigned as the Director General of Culture and Islamic Guidance in Qom following backlash from clerics over a music concert. His resignation highlights…
Zarif Summoned Again to Parliament Regarding the 'Holocaust'
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has been summoned to Parliament to explain his comments regarding the Holocaust, particularly his opposition to an annual exhibition.…
Rouhani, the IRGC, and the Dichotomy of Moderation and Deviation
The IRGC and hardline conservatives have intensified their attacks on President Rouhani, accusing him of deviating from revolutionary ideals and seeking U.S. relations. This confrontation…
Concerns of Dozens of Media Activists Regarding the Situation of Saharkhiz and Mazandarani
Dozens of media activists have expressed concern over the imprisonment of journalists Eisa Saharkhiz and Ehsan Mazandarani, who are on hunger strike due to their…
Yukiya Amano: The Nuclear Agreement Remains Fragile
Yukiya Amano of the IAEA expressed concerns about the fragility of the nuclear agreement between Iran and world powers, emphasizing that minor technical issues could…
Defense Lawyer of Ali Motahari: Those Who Ordered the Attack on My Client in Shiraz Were All Military
Ali Motahari's lawyer claims that military personnel ordered the attack on him in Shiraz, which has now been referred to the Military Prosecutor's Office. Initial…
Nobakht: Hassan Rouhani Issued Directive to Eliminate Fuel Cards
Hassan Rouhani has issued a directive to eliminate fuel cards in Iran, a decision that follows a parliamentary vote. The implementation is aimed at reducing…
Iran's Judiciary Chief: If I Were the Government, I Would Not Allow the German Minister to Enter the Country
Iran's Judiciary Chief criticized the German Minister of Economy's statements on human rights and Israel, suggesting that he would deny the minister entry into Iran.…
Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Summons Qom's Director of Culture and Islamic Guidance
Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi summoned the Director of Culture in Qom over a controversial music program, deeming his explanations unsatisfactory. The incident has sparked protests…
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…
Elderly Leadership in Coma
The Society of Teachers of Qom Seminary has issued a stern warning to the Iranian government regarding the holding of concerts in Qom, threatening public…
Inflation; Returning to the Confidence Zone
Recent reports indicate fluctuations in Iran's inflation rates, with point-to-point inflation showing both increases and decreases across different reports. While average inflation rates have slightly…
Reasons for the 'Deliberate Non-Implementation of the Cultural Engineering Plan by the Rouhani Government'
The head of Khamenei's representative office has accused Rouhani's government of deliberately not implementing the Cultural Engineering Plan, which aims to reshape Iranian society. Critics…
Amano in Conversation with Le Monde: Iran Has Fulfilled All Its Commitments Except for One Minor Issue
Yukiya Amano, the IAEA Director General, confirmed that Iran has largely complied with the JCPOA, with a minor issue regarding its heavy water stockpile. The…
Ali Saidi: Some Clerics Have Fallen Victim to the Plague Affecting Soroush and Kadivar
Ali Saidi, a senior cleric and representative of Khamenei, criticized certain clerics and politicians for deviating from revolutionary principles, indirectly targeting Hassan Rouhani and Akbar…
Accusation from Khamenei's Representative Against Rouhani: They Deliberately Avoid Implementing the Cultural Engineering Plan
Mohammad Mohammadian, head of Khamenei's representative office in universities, accused Rouhani's government of intentionally delaying the implementation of the Cultural Engineering Plan. This criticism highlights…