November 2017
At Least 150 Graduate and Doctoral Students Marked with Stars
At least 150 graduate and doctoral students in Iran have been marked with stars, preventing their registration in universities due to alleged file deficiencies. This…
Rouhani: Saudi Arabia Labels Us as Enemies to Cover Up Its Regional Failures
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani accused Saudi Arabia of labeling Iran as an enemy to distract from its own regional failures and internal crises. He emphasized…
Tavakoli Threatens to Reveal Names of Loan Recipients from 'Samen al-Hojaj'
Ahmad Tavakoli threatens to reveal the names of loan recipients from the bankrupt Samen al-Hojaj financial institution, claiming many are influential judges and children of…
Fatemeh Karroubi: Elders Should Not Avoid Discussing House Arrest
Fatemeh Karroubi called on Iranian officials to provide clarity on the prolonged house arrest of her husband and other opposition leaders, criticizing the lack of…
Rouhani: The Future of Syria Will Not Be in the Hands of Foreign Forces
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need for Syrian-led dialogue regarding Syria's future, asserting that foreign forces should not dictate the outcome. His statements come…
Russian Officials Announce 'Final Operation' and Qassem Soleimani Declares 'End of ISIS Domination'
Russian military operations in Syria are nearing completion, as announced by officials, while Qassem Soleimani declared the end of ISIS's control in Syria and Iraq…
Doctors Warn: Mahmoud Salehi's Health Condition is Critical
Mahmoud Salehi, a labor activist imprisoned in Iran, is in critical health condition, suffering from heart disease and diabetes, and requires urgent medical attention. Despite…
Cash Subsidies: Another Failed Project?
The Iranian Parliament is reconsidering cash subsidies, with 95.21% of the population currently receiving them despite claims of cuts for the wealthy. The ongoing budget…
Senior Official from Khamenei's Office Launches Strong Attack on Critics of Mehr Housing
A senior official from the office of Iran's Supreme Leader criticized the First Vice President for comments about the vulnerability of Mehr Housing units in…
A Global Labor Union and Five French Unions Call for the Release of Salehi and Shahabi
Walter Sanchez and five French labor unions have called for the immediate release of imprisoned labor activists Mahmoud Salehi and Reza Shahabi, citing serious health…
Rouhani on Earthquake Damage: Corruption in Construction Exists
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized the construction quality of government-built housing in earthquake-affected areas, attributing the collapse of these buildings to corruption. He emphasized the…
Lack of Resources and Poor Management are the Main Problems for Earthquake Victims
The article discusses the inadequate response and management of the Iranian government following the recent earthquake in Kermanshah, highlighting the suffering of victims due to…
Kermanshah Earthquake Victims Spend Another Night Outdoors; Number of Injured Reaches 9,388
The Kermanshah earthquake has left thousands homeless and injured, with reports of inadequate relief efforts and shortages of basic necessities. Despite government assurances of sufficient…
Iran Remains at the Bottom of the Global Internet Freedom Index Despite Slight Progress
Iran's internet freedom has seen slight improvements, but it still ranks fourth from the bottom globally, according to Freedom House. The report highlights ongoing censorship,…
Increase in the Number of Casualties and Injuries from the Earthquake in Western Iran
A powerful earthquake in western Iran has resulted in at least 445 deaths and over 7,370 injuries, with the Iranian government declaring a national day…
Criticism from Principlist Newspapers on the Potential Opening of an EU Office in Iran
The potential establishment of an EU office in Tehran has sparked criticism from several Iranian newspapers, particularly those aligned with the hardline factions, who view…
Statements by a Parliament Representative Regarding 'Implicit Agreement' on Government Restructuring Denied
The Deputy of the President's Office denied claims of an implicit agreement among government leaders to restructure ministries, countering statements made by a parliament representative.…
Kayhan's Editor-in-Chief: The Government Lacks the Ability and Expertise to Determine National Interests
Hossein Shariatmadari, editor-in-chief of Kayhan, criticized the Iranian government for its inability to determine national interests following the newspaper's two-day suspension due to a controversial…
Neither War Nor Peace
The article discusses the ongoing tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, highlighting comments from French President Emmanuel Macron advocating for cooperation to maintain regional stability.…
The Moderation Government in the Name of the Imprisoned, Benefits the Imprisoners
Ali Shamkhani's recent statements denying the house arrest of key Green Movement leaders have sparked public interest and limited family visitations. While some reformists express…
Zarif Warns of Driving the Region 'Towards a Very Dangerous Direction'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned that certain countries are driving the region towards danger amidst escalating tensions with Saudi Arabia following a missile…
Statements from a Reformist Figure Regarding the 'Lifting of House Arrest by the End of 2017'
A government official announced that an agreement has been reached to gradually lift the house arrest of Green Movement leaders by the end of 2017.…
Tehran Governor: No Action Taken Against Gatherings During Rouhani's Government
Tehran's governor claims that no actions were taken against legal gatherings during Rouhani's presidency, citing successful events. This statement contrasts with recent police violence against…
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has detained at least 30 dual-national Iranian citizens over the past two years
The IRGC has detained at least 30 dual-national Iranian citizens over the past two years, primarily targeting Iranian-Europeans. This situation raises concerns about the use…
Economic Questions and Answers
The article discusses the economic challenges faced by Iran following Hassan Rouhani's presidency and the JCPOA agreement, highlighting the stagnation in economic reforms during his…
France: We Take Iran's Allegations of Violating UN Sanctions Seriously
France has taken the U.S. allegations against Iran regarding missile attacks and violations of UN sanctions seriously, urging Iran to comply with international commitments. French…
Sepanta Niknam and the Death of the Rule of Law and Citizen Rights
The article discusses the implications of the Iranian Guardian Council's ruling that disqualified Sepanta Niknam, a member of a religious minority, from the Yazd City…
Mogherini: Congress Seems Inclined for the U.S. to Remain in the JCPOA
Federica Mogherini indicated that U.S. Congress members are inclined for the U.S. to stay in the JCPOA, despite President Trump's concerns over Iran's missile activities…
IRGC Spokesman: We Are Not Seeking Pressure on the Government for Special Privileges
Ramadan Sharif, the IRGC spokesman, emphasized that the IRGC is not seeking special privileges from the Iranian government and is committed to supporting the government's…
Implicit Defense of the Media System Organization by Government Spokesman
The Iranian government is attempting to establish a 'Media System Organization' that critics argue will severely restrict journalistic freedom. Government spokesman Mohammad Baqer Nobakht defended…
Ali Salehi Criticizes the 'Censorship Experts' of the Ministry of Culture
Ali Salehi, a prominent Iranian poet, has criticized the Ministry of Culture for censoring his book for seven months, questioning the legitimacy of their actions.…
50 Iranian MPs Form a Faction to Pursue 'Citizens' Rights'
Fifty Iranian MPs have formed a new faction focused on promoting citizens' rights, addressing issues related to minorities and women. The faction aims to operationalize…
Display of 'Missile' in Front of Former U.S. Embassy on November 4
On November 4, Iran displayed a ballistic missile in front of the former U.S. embassy to commemorate the anniversary of the embassy takeover. This event…
Khamenei Calls for Dollar Elimination in Meeting with Putin to Render US Sanctions 'Ineffective'
Ayatollah Khamenei urged the elimination of the dollar in economic exchanges with Russia to counter US sanctions during a meeting with President Putin. Both countries…
Vladimir Putin Begins Talks with Iranian Officials on 'Syria and the JCPOA'
Vladimir Putin visited Tehran to participate in a trilateral meeting with Iran and Azerbaijan, focusing on cooperation in various sectors, including discussions on the JCPOA…