June 2016
Hassan Rouhani's Renewed Call for the Return of Elites to the Country
Hassan Rouhani has reiterated the importance of educated Iranians returning from abroad, citing that 200 elites have returned recently. Despite this, concerns remain about the…
Iran's Leader Praises the Judiciary's 'Revolutionary and Value-Based' Stance
Ayatollah Khamenei praised the Iranian judiciary's revolutionary stance and called for decisive action against corruption within its ranks. He emphasized the importance of the judiciary's…
The 'Industry Soldier' Plan
The Iranian Supreme Leader appointed Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri as the new Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, emphasizing the need for revolutionary…
Hassan Rouhani Criticizes the Judiciary
During Judiciary Week in Tehran, President Hassan Rouhani criticized the judiciary's handling of recent political events, particularly the attack on the Saudi embassy. He emphasized…
Rouhani: We Must Gain the Trust of Domestic and Foreign Investors
President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need to attract both domestic and foreign investment to create jobs for the youth in Iran, highlighting the importance of…
Increasing Doubts About the Sale of Airbus A-380 to Iran
Doubts are growing regarding Iran's purchase of Airbus A-380 aircraft, despite initial agreements for a larger deal with Airbus. Political reasons and financial obstacles are…
Zangeneh: The Execution of Babak Zanjani Will Erase the Black Box of the Case
Bijan Namdar Zangeneh, Iran's Minister of Oil, stated that executing Babak Zanjani would eliminate crucial information regarding his corruption case. Zanjani has not paid any…
The Degradation of Diplomacy with the IRGC and Soleimani
The article discusses the ongoing dominance of the IRGC in Iranian diplomacy, highlighting recent statements by Qassem Soleimani that contradict the government's diplomatic efforts. It…
Announcement from the Governor's Office: The Governor of Tehran Receives a Monthly Salary of 17 Million Tomans
The Tehran Governor's Office announced that Hossein Hashemi receives a monthly salary of 17 million tomans, countering claims of a 65 million toman salary. This…
Judiciary on Salary Case: 'We Don't Just Deal with Small Thieves'
The Iranian Judiciary is investigating the issue of astronomical salaries, with officials defending their actions against high-ranking individuals involved in corruption. Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei emphasized…
Zarif: Purchasing Aircraft from Boeing Will Also Resolve Issues with Airbus
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that purchasing aircraft from Boeing could help resolve issues with Airbus, which has faced trade concerns with Iran.…
Protests Against Bahrain: Foreign Policy in the Hands of the IRGC
Bahrain has stripped prominent Shia cleric Ayatollah Sheikh Isa Qassim of his citizenship, prompting a harsh response from IRGC commander Qassem Soleimani, who warns of…
Rouhani: Universities and Students Should Not Be Viewed Through a Security Lens
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need for universities to be approached without a security lens, advocating for trust between the government and academic institutions.…
Head of Statistics Center: Annual Inflation in Iran Has Become Single-Digit
Iran's inflation rate has dropped to 9.5%, marking the first single-digit inflation in 25 years, according to the head of the Statistics Center. This development…
Kamkars; Kurdish Melody, Symphony Orchestra, and War Children
The Kamkars performed a charity concert in London to support war children in Syria, featuring a mix of classical and Kurdish music. The event highlighted…
Hassan Rouhani Says He Takes Pride in Freedoms in Iran
Hassan Rouhani defended the state of freedoms in Iran during an iftar with media, emphasizing the importance of public opinion and media support for the…
Debate: The Green Movement or Moving Beyond the Green Movement?
The article reflects on the seventh anniversary of the Green Movement in Iran, sparked by the 2009 presidential election protests. Key figures like Mir-Hossein Mousavi…
Revealing Salary Slips
The Iranian media is reporting on the controversy surrounding astronomical salaries of government officials, linking it to corruption cases from the previous administration. Key figures…
Rouhani's Government: US Courts Have Issued $56 Billion in Judgments Against Iran
Iran's government reports that US courts have issued $56 billion in judgments against it, while it sends experts to negotiate the seizure of $2 billion…
Initial Obstacles in Canada's Desire to Renew Relations with Iran
Canada's government, under Justin Trudeau, is seeking to renew diplomatic relations with Iran, which were severed four years ago. Despite the desire for improved relations,…
Mohammad Taqi Karrubi: Rouhani Has Not Responded to My Father's Letter
Mohammad Taqi Karrubi has stated that there has been no response from President Hassan Rouhani regarding his father's request for a public trial. Mehdi Karrubi's…
A UN Body Calls for Immediate Release of Bahareh Hedayat
The UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention has called for the immediate release of Bahareh Hedayat, a women's rights activist imprisoned in Iran since 2009,…
Letter from 70 Academic Figures to Rouhani Protesting Silence on House Arrest
Seventy academics have sent a letter to Iranian President Hassan Rouhani protesting his inaction regarding the house arrest of three prominent political figures, emphasizing that…
Oil Investment in Iran After Crude Oil Purchases?
Shell's return to Iran's oil market raises questions about whether European oil companies will limit their involvement to crude purchases or invest in exploration and…
Iran Officially Complains to the U.S. Over Seizure of Two Billion Dollars
Iran has officially filed a complaint against the U.S. at the International Court of Justice over the seizure of two billion dollars of its assets,…
Editor of Hardline Newspaper Kayhan Appears in Court Following Government Complaints
The editor of the hardline newspaper Kayhan appeared in court to respond to multiple complaints from the Rouhani government, including accusations of spreading falsehoods. The…
Oil Investment in Iran After the Resumption of Crude Oil Purchases?
Shell's return to Iran's oil market raises questions about the extent of European oil companies' involvement, as they currently limit their activities to crude oil…
Narges Mohammadi to Rouhani: Prevent Continued Security Crackdowns on Civil Activists
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist currently imprisoned, has written to President Rouhani urging him to halt security crackdowns on civil activists. She highlights…
How is Foreign Language Teaching to Children and Adolescents Conducted?
The Iranian Ministry of Education has prohibited foreign language teaching in preschools and elementary schools, a decision that has sparked controversy between Ayatollah Khamenei and…
Public Oversight on Management of Public Assets Should Be Enabled
President Hassan Rouhani has ordered decisive action against excessive salaries of executive managers, emphasizing the need for public oversight on management of public assets. This…
Larijani's Agenda in the Tenth Parliament
Ali Larijani aims to stabilize his position and guide the Tenth Parliament amid a shifting political landscape. He seeks to present a new political persona…
Is the Case of the 2009 Elections Closed?
The article discusses the ongoing implications of the 2009 Iranian presidential election, which many view as fraudulent. Despite some participation from the Green Movement in…
Zarif Refers to Global Powers: Our Areas of Disagreement Will Remain
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that fundamental disagreements with the U.S. and the West will persist and were not intended to be resolved…
Journalist and Blogger in Saveh Sentenced to 444 Lashes
Mohammad Reza Fathi, a journalist and blogger from Saveh, has been sentenced to 444 lashes for charges related to spreading falsehoods and disturbing public opinion.…
Iraqchi: Some Seek to Return the Country to Pre-Negotiation Conditions
Abbas Araqchi warns that some factions in Iran are trying to revert the country to conditions before nuclear negotiations, despite the ongoing efforts to recover…
Concern Expressed by 120 Kurdish Civil and Cultural Activists for the Health Condition of Kaboudvand in Prison
Over 120 Kurdish activists have expressed concern for the health of imprisoned journalist Mohammad Sadiq Kaboudvand in an open letter to President Rouhani. Kaboudvand has…
Rumor of Mehdi Karroubi's Death Denied
The rumor of Mehdi Karroubi's death has been officially denied by his son and a university spokesperson. Karroubi, a prominent opposition leader under house arrest…
Criticism from Judiciary Chief over 'Photo Taking' with a Former Security Prisoner
The Chief Justice of Tehran criticized politicians for taking photos with Mostafa Tajzadeh, a former security prisoner, implying it undermines the regime. Tajzadeh, a reformist…
Karrubi's Son: Lifting the House Arrest of Green Movement Leaders Before the 2017 Elections is Unlikely
Hossein Karroubi, son of Mehdi Karroubi, stated that the house arrest of Green Movement leaders is unlikely to be lifted before the 2017 elections, as…
Shajarian: Do not lie that I have not allowed 'Rabana' to be broadcast
Mohammad Reza Shajarian, a renowned Iranian musician, asserts that his famous piece 'Rabana' belongs to the people and should not be withheld from them. He…
In Iran, 17% of Girls Under 18 Get Married
A report reveals that 17% of girls under 18 in Iran are married, with significant implications for their rights and social status. The issue is…
Amir Arjamand: The Government Can Do Something About the House Arrest
Ardshir Amir Arjamand argues that the Iranian government can take action to clarify the legal status of the house arrest of opposition leaders Mir Hossein…
Khamenei Warns Certain Political Factions Against Trusting the U.S.
Supreme Leader Khamenei warned Iranian political factions against trusting the U.S., labeling it a significant mistake. He emphasized the need to maintain clear boundaries with…
Arrest of Dozens of Women and Men at 'Mixed' Party in Bandar Abbas
In Bandar Abbas, 62 individuals were arrested at a mixed party, with authorities emphasizing a crackdown on moral offenses. This follows recent criticism of similar…
Hasan Khomeini: Banning Individuals from Media Today is Ridiculing Ourselves
Hasan Khomeini criticized the media ban on former President Mohammad Khatami, calling it ineffective and a form of self-ridicule. His comments during a live television…
Hashemi Rafsanjani: Some Inside Say We Should Violate the JCPOA
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani criticized internal calls to violate the JCPOA, highlighting the importance of the agreement and its backing from years of negotiations. He expressed…