November 2023
Chamber of Commerce Member: Excessive Increase in 'Government Demands' Has Broken the Back of Production
A member of Iran's Chamber of Commerce warns that a proposed 13% increase in government royalties for mines will severely impact production, leading to higher…
The Gasoline Crisis Will Continue; $3 Billion in Gasoline Imports Predicted
Iran is facing a continuing gasoline supply crisis, with predictions of a $3 billion import requirement if the daily shortfall remains at 15 million liters.…
Death of Two Workers and Injury of Three Others Amid Ongoing Workplace Insecurity in Iran
Two workers died and three were injured due to carbon monoxide poisoning at a factory in Tehran. This incident highlights ongoing workplace safety issues in…
A 'Principlist' Activist Criticizes the Presence of 'Retired Officials from a Security-Political Organization' in Election Executive Boards
Mansour Haqiqatpour, a Principlist activist, criticized the significant increase in candidate disqualifications for the upcoming parliamentary elections, attributing it to the selection of executive boards…
The Topic of 'Increasing the Minimum Wage for Workers' Removed from the Agenda of the Supreme Labor Council Meeting
The Supreme Labor Council meeting scheduled for November 20 will not address the issue of increasing the minimum wage for workers, focusing instead on workers'…
A Member of Parliament Reports on the Three-Month Uncertainty of Preschool Teachers
Reza Hajipour, a member of Iran's Parliament, has highlighted the ongoing uncertainty faced by preschool teachers regarding their contracts and salaries, which has persisted for…
Fuel Vehicle Overturns Without School Service; Condition of One Student 'Critical', Education Department Denies
A fuel vehicle transporting students overturned in Sistan and Baluchestan, injuring several students, one critically. The incident highlights the lack of proper transportation and facilities…
The Endless Cycle of Worker Deaths in Iran; A 63-Year-Old Security Guard Burns to Death and a 65-Year-Old Worker Dies from a Fall
Two tragic incidents highlight the ongoing dangers faced by workers in Iran: a 63-year-old security guard died in a fire, and a 65-year-old construction worker…
Neglect by the Ministry of Labor and 96% of Workers on Temporary Contracts
The Iranian labor market is facing a crisis with 96% of workers on temporary contracts, prompting labor organizations to demand permanent contracts. The Ministry of…
Twenty Percent of Schools in Iran are Dilapidated
The Iranian Deputy Technical and Supervision of the School Renovation Organization revealed that 20% of schools in Iran are in a dilapidated state, with many…
Bread Prices Continue to Rise; 40% Increase Reported in 15 Provinces
Bread prices in Iran have surged by over 40% in more than 15 provinces, despite government denials. This situation highlights the ongoing economic challenges facing…
Retirees Protest 20% Salary Increase: It Doesn't Even Reach Half of the Poverty Line
Retirees in Iran are protesting a proposed 20% salary increase, arguing it is insufficient and does not meet the poverty line. The protests reflect broader…