June 2018
Expediency Council: Iran's Accession Bill to the Convention Against Organized Crime Has Issues
The Expediency Council of Iran has raised concerns about the compatibility of a bill for joining the Convention Against Organized Crime with the country's economic…
Khamenei Criticizes 'Some People's Prescription for Surrendering to the Enemy'
Ali Khamenei criticized calls for surrendering to enemies, emphasizing the higher costs of capitulation compared to resistance. His remarks come amid rising domestic protests against…
Financial Action Task Force Gives Iran Three Months to Reform Its Laws
The FATF has given Iran until autumn to reform its laws to align with international standards or face consequences, including loss of foreign investment. The…
Head of Inspection Organization: Hacker of the Ministry of Industry Website 'Arrested and Revealed the Code'
The head of Iran's General Inspection Organization announced the arrest of a hacker involved in illegally importing thousands of cars through the Ministry of Industry's…
Benjamin Netanyahu: Economic Pressures on Iran Are Bearing Fruit
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claims that international economic pressures are leading to protests in Iran, indicating a decline in support for the Iranian government.…
Sadeghi: Heavy Sentences Against Students Based on Reports from Rouhani's Intelligence Ministry
Mahmoud Sadeghi revealed that heavy sentences against detained students were based on reports from the Intelligence Ministry during Rouhani's presidency. Protests continue in Iranian universities…
Rohani: Public and Military Institutions Should Transfer Their Assets to the People
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani urged public and military institutions to transfer their assets to the people to improve economic conditions amidst rising protests over economic…
Hassan Rouhani: The Government Will Neither Resign Nor Withdraw
President Hassan Rouhani has stated that his government will not resign amid economic turmoil and U.S. sanctions, despite calls for his resignation from both allies…
Yahya Rahim Safavi Accuses Media of 'Distorting His Words'
Yahya Rahim Safavi, a senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, accused media of distorting his negative comments about President Rouhani's government. He emphasized the need…
The U.S. Urges Allies to Reduce Oil Imports from Iran to Zero by November
The U.S. is pressuring its allies to completely halt oil imports from Iran by November as part of renewed sanctions, aiming to cut off Iran's…
Police Storm Protest Gathering Outside Parliament with Tear Gas
Tehran market vendors protested against rising prices by closing their shops and gathering in Baharestan Square, leading to police using tear gas against demonstrators. The…
Protest Gathering of Tehran Bazaar Merchants
Tehran bazaar merchants protested against the government's new three-tier currency policy and the turmoil in the currency market, leading to widespread shop closures. The protests…
Zarif: The Failure of the JCPOA is Very Dangerous for Iran
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif warned that the failure of the JCPOA would be dangerous for Iran, asserting that the U.S. aims to force…
Iran's Judiciary Chief Criticizes 'Pressure from International Bodies' on Human Rights
Sadeq Amoli Larijani, Iran's judiciary chief, criticized international pressure on human rights issues, claiming it has become a significant challenge for the Islamic Republic. He…
Larijani and Rouhani to Meet with Ayatollah Khamenei Regarding FATF
Following Ayatollah Khamenei's opposition to Iran joining the FATF, discussions are ongoing among Iranian leaders, including President Rouhani and Speaker Larijani, about the implications of…
Iraqi: The JCPOA is in ICU
Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, indicated that the JCPOA is in a critical state following the U.S. withdrawal, and its continuation depends on the…
Speaker of Parliament: We Will Seek the 'Complete Opinion' of the Leader Regarding the Anti-Terrorism Financing Bill
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament announced that they will seek the Supreme Leader's opinion on the anti-terrorism financing bill after Khamenei called for its…
Kazem Gharibabadi Appointed as Iran's New Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency
Kazem Gharibabadi has been appointed as Iran's new representative to the IAEA, replacing Reza Najafi. His appointment comes amid ongoing tensions regarding Iran's nuclear program…
From Foreign Travel Ban to National Football Stroke
The article discusses a program that addresses recent criticisms from Iran's leader about the frequency of foreign travel by Iranians, alongside various sports and political…
Salehi: European Proposals for Iran's Expectations from JCPOA Are Insufficient
Ali Akbar Salehi has expressed skepticism about the viability of the JCPOA after the U.S. withdrawal, stating that European proposals do not meet Iran's expectations.…
Hassan Rouhani to Visit Switzerland and Austria in July
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is set to visit Switzerland and Austria in July, following a previously canceled trip. The visits aim to strengthen political, economic,…
Who is FATF Restricting?
The Iranian parliament has suspended the discussion of key anti-money laundering and terrorism financing bills amid political turmoil, particularly regarding joining FATF regulations. The Rouhani…
FIFA: We have granted permission for slogans supporting the presence of Iranian women in stadiums
FIFA has approved the display of banners supporting the presence of Iranian women in stadiums during the Iran vs. Morocco match. Despite ongoing restrictions on…
Street Celebrations in Iran Following National Football Team's Victory Against Morocco
The Iranian national football team celebrated a significant victory against Morocco in the World Cup, prompting widespread street celebrations across various cities in Iran. Citizens,…
Rouhani on Economic Situation: Fortunately, We Have No Shortages
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani claims there are no shortages of essential goods or currency in the country, urging public trust in the future. This statement…
Khamenei Attacks Israel Again: 'The Zionist Regime Will Definitely Be Destroyed'
Ayatollah Khamenei reiterated his stance that Israel will be destroyed, framing it as a regime lacking legitimacy. This comes amid heightened tensions with Israel, particularly…
Austrian Oberbank Ends Cooperation with Iran Due to US Sanctions
Oberbank of Austria has decided to end its economic cooperation with Iran due to the increased risks posed by US sanctions. This decision follows the…
Iran's Atomic Official: Resuming Enrichment at Fordow and Developing Natanz if U.S. Exits JCPOA
Behrouz Kamalvandi announced that Iran would resume uranium enrichment at the Fordow site and develop the Natanz facility if it exits the JCPOA. This statement…
Hassan Rouhani: Staying in the JCPOA Without Utilizing Its Benefits Is Not Possible
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the necessity of utilizing the JCPOA's benefits to remain in the agreement, while French President Emmanuel Macron urged Iran to…
Chinese President Calls for Preservation of JCPOA in Meeting with Rouhani
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, urging the continuation of the JCPOA to ensure Middle Eastern security and uphold non-proliferation. This…
The Bill for Accession to the Convention on Combating the Financing of Terrorism Remains in Abeyance for Two Months
The Iranian Parliament voted to suspend a bill for accession to the Convention on Combating the Financing of Terrorism for two months, amid concerns from…
Continued Conservative Protests Against 'Accession to the Convention on Combating the Financing of Terrorism'
Conservative factions in Iran are protesting against the bill for joining the Convention on Combating the Financing of Terrorism, fearing it will hinder financial support…
Putin's Support for Iran's Full Membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization
Vladimir Putin expressed Russia's support for Iran's full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization during a meeting with Hassan Rouhani. This membership could enhance Iran's…
Window; From the Continued Detention of Environmental Activists to the Conviction of Civil and Media Activists
Environmental activists in Iran continue to be detained without legal representation, raising concerns about their treatment and lack of judicial process. Notably, Sam Rajabi's sister…
Rouhani Criticizes U.S. 'Unilateralism'; Discusses JCPOA in China
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized U.S. unilateralism and discussed the JCPOA with China and Russia at the Shanghai summit. He condemned the U.S. withdrawal from…
Note: The Aggressive Approach of the U.S. Government and Khamenei's Soft Response
Khamenei's recent statements indicate a cautious approach to Iran's nuclear strategy in response to U.S. aggression, emphasizing a coordinated effort with the government to prepare…
Salehi: Facilities for Advanced Centrifuge Production to be Completed Next Month
Ali Akbar Salehi announced that Iran's facilities for advanced centrifuge production will be ready next month, following directives from Supreme Leader Khamenei after the U.S.…
Putin Praises Trump's Final Decision to Meet North Korean Leader
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised President Trump's decision to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, emphasizing its bravery and wisdom. The historic meeting, the…
Sister of Sam Rajabi: Families of Environmental Activists Threatened with Execution of Their Children
Katayoun Rajabi, sister of detained environmental activist Sam Rajabi, has publicly criticized the Iranian government for threatening families of detainees with execution if they pursue…
Salehi: We are working on the construction of new centrifuges in Natanz
Ali Akbar Salehi, head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, announced that Iran is preparing to achieve 190,000 SWU of uranium enrichment capacity, potentially within two…
Kamali: We Will Begin the Process of Increasing the Production Capacity of UF4 and UF6 Gases
Iran's Atomic Energy Organization announced plans to increase uranium enrichment capacity to 190,000 SWU, as urged by Supreme Leader Khamenei. This move is seen as…
Khamenei: Atomic Energy Organization Should Prepare for 190,000 SW Uranium Enrichment
Ayatollah Khamenei has instructed Iran's Atomic Energy Organization to prepare for uranium enrichment to 190,000 SW, emphasizing this as a critical goal within the JCPOA…
CEO of Iran Air: The Aviation Industry in Iraq and Afghanistan is Better than Ours
Farzaneh Sharafbafi, the CEO of Iran Air, stated that the aviation industries in Iraq and Afghanistan are in better condition than Iran's due to ongoing…
U.S. State Department Criticizes Religious Minorities' Situation in Iran
The U.S. State Department's annual report highlights ongoing repression of Baha'is and Christian converts in Iran, contradicting President Rouhani's promises for improvement. The Iranian government…
Ahmadinejad Considered His 'Active Foreign Policy' as the Starting Point for Negotiation with the U.S.
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad criticized current President Hassan Rouhani for the nuclear negotiations and claimed his own foreign policy was the basis for talks…