December 2018
Iran, the Middle East, and the World in 2018 from Three Perspectives
In a year-end analysis, three analysts discuss the most impactful events of 2018 in Iran, the Middle East, and globally. Key issues include Iran's economic…
The Season of Street Takeover; Anniversary of the December Protests
The article reflects on the anniversary of the December 2017 protests in Iran, which began as a reaction to economic policies but evolved into widespread…
Interior Minister: Recent Protests and Those of December 2017 Were Not Organized
Iran's Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli claimed that recent protests were not organized, attributing their occurrence to the people's awareness and concerns about the regime.…
Why the U.S. is Currently Unwilling and Unable to Go to War Against Iran?
The article discusses the current U.S. reluctance and inability to engage in war against Iran, highlighting Trump's business-oriented approach and the military challenges of such…
92% Increase in Housing Prices in Tehran Over One Year
Housing prices in Tehran have surged by 92% over the past year, with a significant drop in transaction volumes indicating ongoing inflationary stagnation in the…
Faezeh Hashemi: The System Has Experienced Content Collapse, Everywhere You Look is Ineffective
Faezeh Hashemi, a prominent political figure in Iran, argues that the Islamic Republic has undergone a content collapse, with widespread ineffectiveness across various sectors. She…
Assessment of Iran's Reaction to the Return of the American Aircraft Carrier to the Persian Gulf
Iranian military officials downplay the significance of the USS Stennis returning to the Persian Gulf, asserting their readiness to defend territorial waters. Analysts suggest the…
Nobakht: We Have Saved 27 Trillion Tomans in Next Year's Budget
Iran's Planning and Budget Organization announced a significant budget cut for the next year, saving 27 trillion tomans, while Amirkabir University reported its budget as…
Two Arrested Following Fatal Accident at Azad University; Possibility of Increased Casualties
A fatal bus accident at Azad University in Tehran resulted in ten deaths and 25 injuries, leading to the arrest of two individuals and the…
Reduction of Army Budget and Increase of IRGC Budget in the 2019 Budget Bill
The Iranian government has reduced the budgets for the army and Ministry of Defense while significantly increasing the budget for the IRGC in the 2019…
Rouhani Links U.S. Withdrawal from JCPOA to December 2017 Protests
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani linked the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA to the December 2017 protests, suggesting that these events led to a misunderstanding by…
Dozens of MPs Request Judicial Investigation into 'Violations' in Privatization
Dozens of Iranian MPs have called for a judicial investigation into alleged violations during the privatization of state industries, particularly under the management of Abdollah…
Baeidi-Nejad Denies 'Secret Negotiations Between Iran and the U.S.' in London
Hamid Baeidi-Nejad, Iran's ambassador to Britain, denied claims of secret negotiations between Iranian and U.S. diplomats in London, labeling the reports as false. The discussions…
SWIFT, Money Laundering, and the European Special Mechanism: An Interview with Mehrdad Emadi
The EU is set to announce a financial mechanism for banking transactions with Iran, facing opposition from the U.S. and Israel. Iranian officials express skepticism…
Christmas in Tehran with the Taste of Deer Ham
The article discusses a program where the audience shares their feelings about Yalda Night and Christmas amidst recent political changes in Iran. It humorously covers…
I Want to Be a 'Groom'
The article is a surreal dream narrative where the author finds himself in a matchmaking scenario, humorously navigating the expectations of being a groom and…
Mohsen Rezaei: Three FATF Bills Contradict the Constitution and General Policies of the System
Mohsen Rezaei has stated that three key bills related to FATF regulations contradict Iran's Constitution and policies, leading to significant political debate. While some members…
Nobakht Responds to Ahmadinejad's Subsidy Proposal: These Claims Lack Proper Foundations
Mohammad Baqer Nobakht criticized Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's proposal to increase cash subsidies to 900,000 tomans, arguing that it lacks proper financial basis and is impractical given…
Tehran Friday Prayer Leader Calls for Rejection of FATF Bills in the Expediency Council
Kazem Sedighi, the Tehran Friday Prayer Leader, has called for the rejection of FATF-related bills in the Expediency Council, labeling them as self-sanctioning. This comes…
Humor on Radio Farda
The program humorously discusses various political and economic issues in Iran, including poverty rates, currency fluctuations, and government officials' comments. It highlights the ongoing tensions…
Zangeneh Rejects Government's Decision on Fuel Rationing or Price Change
Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh has stated that the government has no plans to ration or change gasoline prices, despite President Rouhani's recent suggestion of…
Rouhani's Order to Increase Women's Share in Management 'Not Implemented'
Fatemeh Zolghadr criticized the lack of implementation of President Rouhani's directive to increase women's share in management positions to 30%. Currently, only 17% of managerial…
Examining the Issue of Expelling Children of Islamic Republic Officials from the U.S. State Department
Brian Hook from the U.S. State Department announced a review of expelling children of Iranian officials studying in the U.S., highlighting the hypocrisy of officials…
Who Canceled the Imam Airport Contract; Minister or General?
Hassan Rouhani's comments about a minister obstructing foreign investment in Imam Airport have reignited discussions about the Revolutionary Guards' role in preventing the airport's operation…
Rouhani: If FATF is not approved, transactions will become 20% more expensive
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned that failing to approve FATF-related bills would lead to a 20% increase in financial transaction costs for Iran. He urged…
Advisor to Rouhani: Those Who Have Issues with Four Principles of the Constitution Must Pay the Price
Hossam al-Din Ashna, an advisor to President Rouhani, emphasized the unchangeable nature of four constitutional principles and warned that those opposing them must face consequences.…
Student Day and the Further Decline of Rouhani in Society
On December 7th, protests overshadowed the commemoration of Student Day in Iran, reflecting the student movement's growing discontent with President Hassan Rouhani's government amid worsening…
500 Student Activists: The Sound of Military Boots is Heard Across the Country
Over 500 student activists in Iran have written to President Rouhani protesting the increasing repression in universities and the country, highlighting the arrests of over…
Severe Criticism from Iranian Officials on US Policies at Tehran Conference
Iranian officials, including President Hassan Rouhani, criticized US policies at a conference in Tehran, labeling the US withdrawal from the JCPOA as economic terrorism. They…
Jahangiri: We Have Found New Ways to Sell Oil
Es'hagh Jahangiri, Iran's First Vice President, claims Iran has found new ways to sell oil despite U.S. sanctions aimed at reducing exports to zero. He…
Court of Audit Confirms Complete Dismissal of Valiollah Seif from Service
The Court of Audit has confirmed the dismissal of Valiollah Seif, former head of Iran's Central Bank, preventing him from serving as an advisor to…
Rouhani: Rejection of 11 U.S. Negotiation Requests
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani announced that the country has rejected multiple U.S. requests for negotiations, emphasizing the importance of national dignity. This statement comes amidst…
Hassan Rouhani: The U.S. has requested negotiations 11 times
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani revealed that the U.S. has made multiple requests for negotiations, which Iran has rejected, citing a lack of trust and dignity.…
Rouhani's Renewed Threat to Prevent Oil Exports from the Persian Gulf
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. prevents Iran from exporting oil, asserting that no oil will…
Families of Dual Nationals in Prison: U.S. Should Revoke Visas for Children of Iranian Officials
Families of American citizens imprisoned in Iran are urging the U.S. government to revoke the visas of children of Iranian officials as leverage for their…
Mohammad Yazdi to Judicial Activists: Beware of Women's Deceptive Tactics
Mohammad Yazdi, a prominent cleric in Iran, warned judicial activists to avoid allowing women to enter their workplaces alone, claiming they could influence judges through…
Iran Does Not Deny Testing Missile Capable of Carrying Nuclear Warhead
Iran has not denied recent claims by the U.S. Secretary of State regarding a missile test capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The Iranian government insists…
Iranian Academic Official: Students Fear Free Expression
Farzin Halabchi, a deputy at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, highlighted students' fears of expressing their opinions freely, particularly in light of recent crackdowns on…