April 2018
Donald Trump: Exiting the JCPOA Sends the Right Message to North Korea
U.S. President Donald Trump supports Israel's claims about Iran's nuclear ambitions and believes that exiting the JCPOA sends a positive message to North Korea. Netanyahu…
Netanyahu: Iran is pursuing a secret nuclear weapons program
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Iran of continuing its secret nuclear weapons program, presenting documents to support his claims. This announcement comes just days…
The Expediency Council; Absentees Who Defy the Leader's Order
The article discusses the unprecedented absence of key political figures, including President Hassan Rouhani and the heads of the judiciary and parliament, from the Expediency…
Salehi: Mr. Trump Should Not Get Himself or Us into Trouble
Ali Akbar Salehi, head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, stated that Iran can increase uranium enrichment levels beyond those allowed by the JCPOA if necessary.…
Deputy Commander of the IRGC: We Will Never Accept Disarmament of Our Missiles
Brigadier General Hossein Salami stated that Iran will never disarm its missile capabilities, emphasizing their importance for national defense. This comes amid ongoing tensions with…
Hassan Rouhani to Macron: The JCPOA is Not Open for Renegotiation
Hassan Rouhani firmly rejected the idea of renegotiating the JCPOA in a call with French President Emmanuel Macron, stating that Iran will not accept any…
John Bolton: Donald Trump Has Not Yet Made a Decision on the JCPOA
John Bolton announced that President Trump has not yet decided whether to remain in or withdraw from the JCPOA. Emmanuel Macron's proposed framework includes preventing…
Pompeo: If the JCPOA is not changed, Donald Trump has no desire to continue it
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo indicated that President Trump may withdraw from the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) unless significant changes are made. Other global…
Why was Abbas Adalat arrested?
Abbas Adalat, a dual national and professor at Imperial College London, was arrested by Iranian security forces on April 15, with unclear charges against him.…
Macron: I believe Trump will withdraw from the JCPOA
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed his belief that U.S. President Donald Trump will withdraw from the JCPOA, citing domestic pressures. Macron emphasized the need for…
Note: Is it Possible to Break the Current Deadlock in the Nuclear Agreement?
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif discussed the potential U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA and its implications for Iran's nuclear commitments. He indicated that such…
Note: The President of the United States Speaks in Transition from the JCPOA
U.S. President Donald Trump has labeled the nuclear agreement a 'disaster' and indicated a shift away from its commitments, while Iranian President Hassan Rouhani acknowledged…
Diplomats from Three European Countries: We Are Close to Preserving the Nuclear Agreement with Iran
Diplomats from Britain, France, and Germany claim they are close to preserving the nuclear agreement with Iran, focusing on satisfying U.S. President Donald Trump rather…
Pejman: Article 15 of the Constitution Should Be Implemented for All
Masoud Pejman, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, called for the implementation of Article 15 of the Constitution to support all ethnicities in Iran, following…
Rouhani's Strong Criticism of Any 'New Agreement' Related to the JCPOA
Hassan Rouhani criticized Donald Trump for discussing a new agreement related to the JCPOA without implementing the existing one. The article highlights tensions between Iran…
Macron: We Seek a New Agreement with Iran on Four Key Issues
French President Emmanuel Macron announced a willingness to collaborate with the U.S. to establish a new agreement with Iran that addresses concerns over its nuclear…
Trump: Iran Will Face Major Problems If It Resumes Its Nuclear Program
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized the Iran nuclear deal during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, stating that Iran would face significant problems if…
Hassan Rouhani Warns America About Possible Withdrawal from JCPOA
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani warned the U.S. of severe consequences if it withdraws from the nuclear deal (JCPOA). This warning comes amid ongoing tensions regarding…
The Government's Game with the Central Bank
The Iranian government is reportedly considering replacing the Central Bank governor amid ongoing currency instability and speculation. Meanwhile, discussions about the potential end of house…
Iranian Government Spokesman: Use of Foreign Messaging Apps is Citizens' Right
Iran's government spokesman affirmed that citizens have the right to use foreign messaging apps, emphasizing the need for competition with domestic apps. He also addressed…
Rouhani's Assistant Announces Efforts to Draft Comprehensive Law on Acid Attacks
Shahindokht Molaverdi announced efforts to draft a comprehensive law to address the rising incidents of acid attacks in Iran, particularly following a recent attack in…
US Official: G7 Foreign Ministers to Discuss 'JCPOA'
G7 foreign ministers are meeting in Toronto to discuss the future of the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) and Russia's influence. US President Trump has set…
Household Appliance Prices in Iran Rise; Car Imports Halted
Iran is experiencing a halt in car imports and a rise in household appliance prices due to the increasing dollar value and new currency regulations.…
Relative Improvement in Iran's Petrochemical Industry
Iran's petrochemical industry showed relative improvement with exports exceeding 22 million tons worth over $12 billion last year, reflecting a 10% increase in volume and…
Head of Mashhad's Cultural Office Released on Bail
The head of Mashhad's Cultural Office was released on bail after being arrested for allowing a celebration where participants danced, which was deemed norm-breaking by…
Iran's Energy Minister: 334 Cities with 35 Million People Face Water Stress
Iran's Energy Minister has warned that 334 cities, home to 35 million people, are facing severe water stress this year, marking the toughest water supply…
Zarif: We are prepared to resume nuclear activities if the JCPOA is violated
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that Iran is prepared to resume nuclear activities rapidly if the U.S. withdraws from the JCPOA. This comes…
Criticism from Several Iranian Parliament Members on Rouhani's Delay in Lifting House Arrest
Several Iranian parliament members criticized President Hassan Rouhani for his inaction on lifting the house arrest of opposition leaders, citing implicit support from the Supreme…
Market in Marivan Remains Closed Amid Ongoing Strikes in Kurdistan
Strikes and protests by merchants in Marivan and other cities in Kurdistan continue due to border closures and increased tariffs affecting their businesses. The protests…
Rouhani: Government's Currency Decisions Were a 'Preemptive Slap' Against US Deadline on JCPOA
Hassan Rouhani claims that the Iranian government's currency decisions are a preemptive response to the US deadline regarding the JCPOA, asserting that the current currency…
Harsh Treatment of a Girl by Morality Police; Interview with Elaheh Ravaneshad and Mehrangiz Kar
The morality police's violent treatment of a girl over hijab enforcement has drawn criticism, with a legal advisor to President Rouhani calling it unconstitutional. This…
Criticism from Reformist Leaders on Rouhani's Unfulfilled Election Promises
Reformist leaders, including former President Mohammad Khatami, criticized President Hassan Rouhani for failing to fulfill his election promises, particularly regarding the house arrest of opposition…
Iranian Police Announce Seizure of Hundreds of Millions of Dollars and Euros in 'Smuggled Currency'
Iranian police have seized significant amounts of smuggled currency following a government crackdown on unauthorized currency exchanges. The government's recent policies, including a fixed exchange…
Fatemeh Karroubi: Rouhani Has Not Secured the Rights of the House Arrested
Fatemeh Karroubi criticized President Hassan Rouhani for failing to secure the rights of those under house arrest, including her husband Mehdi Karroubi and Mir Hossein…
Iranian MP: 80,000 Kolbars Unemployed in the West of the Country
The closure of borders in western Iran has led to the unemployment of approximately 80,000 kolbars, prompting protests and strikes among merchants in various cities.…
Iran's Government Changes Reporting Currency from Dollar to Euro
Iran's government has shifted its reporting currency from the U.S. dollar to the euro amid an ongoing currency crisis. Supreme Leader Khamenei has blamed foreign…
Rouhani: We Stand with the Army and the IRGC to Acquire Any Weapons Needed for Defense
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani asserted that his government will support the military in acquiring any necessary weapons for defense, emphasizing a commitment to deterrence while…
Rouhani and Erdogan Discuss US Attack on Syria
Iran's President Rouhani and Turkey's President Erdogan discussed the US missile attacks on Syria, condemning them as illegal and aggressive. Both leaders emphasized the importance…
63 Iranian MPs Call for Dismissal of Central Bank Governor
63 Iranian MPs have called for the dismissal of the Central Bank Governor amid rising currency prices, indicating a lack of confidence in the government's…
Pentagon: Attacks on Syria Set Back Damascus's Chemical Weapons Program by Years
The Pentagon reported that U.S. airstrikes, alongside Britain and France, successfully targeted Syrian chemical weapons facilities, significantly damaging Syria's capabilities. This response followed a chemical…
Iran's Leader Calls Missile Attack by Three Western Countries on Syria a 'Crime'
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei condemned the recent missile strikes by the U.S., U.K., and France on Syria, labeling them a 'crime' and asserting Iran's…
At least 13 killed in two attacks attributed to the Taliban in Afghanistan
At least 13 Afghan security forces were killed in two Taliban attacks in Herat and Paktia provinces. The attacks highlight the ongoing violence in Afghanistan,…
Ahmad Khatami Strongly Criticizes Comparison of Current Conditions with the 'Shah's Era'
Ahmad Khatami criticized comparisons of current Iranian conditions to the Shah's era, labeling such comparisons as brazen and unfounded. He emphasized the oppressive nature of…
Pompeo Emphasizes the Need to 'Revise' the Nuclear Agreement with Iran in Senate Committee
Mike Pompeo, the U.S. Secretary of State nominee, stressed the need to revise the JCPOA during a Senate committee meeting, avoiding direct answers about the…
Recent Statements by Iranian Officials Regarding the Causes of the Currency Crisis; New Guidelines Issued
Iranian officials, including President Hassan Rouhani, have issued new guidelines to address the currency crisis, attributing its causes to both economic and non-economic factors, including…
U.S. Treasury Secretary Announces Possibility of New Sanctions Against Iran
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin announced potential new sanctions against Iran, emphasizing their severe impact on the Iranian economy. This comes as President Trump considers…
Khatami Urges Rouhani to Resolve House Arrest Issue
Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami urged current President Hassan Rouhani to actively resolve the house arrest of opposition leaders Mehdi Karroubi, Mir Hossein Mousavi, and…
Central Bank Governor's Speech in Parliament Escalates Tensions
Tensions escalated in the Iranian parliament as Central Bank Governor Valiollah Seif faced demands for his resignation from several representatives due to the soaring dollar…
New US Warning to Companies Willing to Trade with Iran
The US Treasury has warned companies against trading with Iran as the deadline for addressing JCPOA deficiencies approaches, amidst accusations of Iran's non-compliance. This warning…
Ishaq Jahangiri Announced the Single Exchange Rate for Dollar; "4200 Tomans from Tuesday"
Ishaq Jahangiri announced a fixed dollar exchange rate of 4200 tomans starting Tuesday, following a currency crisis that saw the dollar price rise to six…
Rouhani: Violators of the JCPOA Will Pay the Price
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani stated that Iran will not initiate a violation of the JCPOA but warned that violators will pay the price. He defended…
Identity of 55 Victims of Yasuj Air Crash Identified
The Iranian Legal Medicine Organization has identified 55 victims of the Yasuj air crash, with ongoing efforts to identify the remaining bodies through DNA testing.…
Jannati: Those Who Can Stop Smuggling Are Not Given Opportunity
Ahmad Jannati, Secretary of the Guardian Council, criticized the rampant smuggling into Iran, stating that those capable of stopping it are not given the opportunity.…
Advisor to Rouhani Emphasizes 'Positive Discrimination' for Employing Religious and Ethnic Minorities
Ali Yunusi, advisor to President Rouhani, has called for 'positive discrimination' to enhance the representation of ethnic and religious minorities in government positions, emphasizing the…
Motahari: Disagreement Among Judicial and Security Officials is the Reason for Continued House Arrest
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, stated that disagreements among judicial and security officials are preventing the lifting of house arrest for 2009…
Alamolhoda: Don't Blame the Leader for Filtering Telegram
Ahmad Alamolhoda criticized the Rouhani government for attempting to blame the Supreme Leader for the filtering of Telegram. He emphasized that the government should take…
Freedom Movement Warns of 'Collapse Danger' in Iran
The Freedom Movement of Iran has issued a warning about the potential for political and social collapse in the country, citing organized violence and the…
Netanyahu: If Rouhani is unaware of Iran's terrorist presence in Syria, we will inform him
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned Iranian President Rouhani about Iran's terrorist activities in Syria, responding to Rouhani's claims about Israeli interventions exacerbating the Syrian crisis.…
Rouhani Responds to Potential Telegram Blocking: The Internet Was Not Meant to Be Filtered
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani responded to reports of potential filtering of Telegram, emphasizing that the government's goal is to eliminate monopolies in messaging services rather…
Iran in the Past Year
The year 1396 was marked by significant political and economic challenges for Iran, including public protests and a stagnant foreign policy. Despite Rouhani's re-election, hopes…
Significant Macroeconomic Events in Iran Last Year and the Outlook Ahead
Iran's economy faced numerous challenges in 2017, including high unemployment and inflation, despite some positive trends like rising oil prices and housing market activity. The…