July 2016
Mortazavi: Palizdar is Spreading Ridiculous Lies
Saeed Mortazavi, former Tehran prosecutor, dismissed Abbas Palizdar's claims of being threatened with execution as ridiculous lies. Palizdar, who previously exposed corruption among high-ranking clerics,…
Health Commission Head: Exhumation of Kiarostami Possible
Ali Nobakht, head of the Health Commission, suggested that Abbas Kiarostami's body could be exhumed for investigation if complaints persist, pending family consent. Bahman Kiarostami…
Palizdar: Mortazavi claimed he has taken copies of all his documents out of the country
Abbas Palizdar claims that Saeed Mortazavi, a former Tehran prosecutor, stated in court that he has taken copies of all his documents out of Iran.…
Fires in 2016 Damaged 5,800 Hectares of National Lands
In 2016, wildfires affected 5,800 hectares of national lands in Iran, with a notable decrease in fire incidents compared to the previous year. The fires…
Fire Contained at Taq-e Bostan in Kermanshah
A fire that broke out on the slopes of Taq-e Bostan in Kermanshah has been contained without causing damage to the ancient site. Officials believe…
120 Visual Arts Activists Protest Prohibition of Parviz Tanavoli's Travel
Around 120 Iranian artists and critics protested against the travel ban on renowned artist Parviz Tanavoli, who was prevented from attending a book unveiling in…
The Body of Abbas Kiarostami Laid to Rest
The funeral of Abbas Kiarostami, a celebrated Iranian filmmaker, took place in Tehran with significant attendance from artists and admirers. His death has raised concerns…
The Body of Abbas Kiarostami Transferred from Paris to Tehran
Abbas Kiarostami's body has been returned to Tehran following his death in Paris at age 76. The Iranian Minister of Health has called for an…
Death of Bahman Zarinpour, Actor in Cinema and Television
Bahman Zarinpour, a notable Iranian actor, passed away at 75 due to lung cancer. He was known for his role in the iconic series 'Daei…
Tehran Municipality Officers Attack Art University, Clash with Security Forces
Tehran municipality officers clashed with security forces at the Art University over a disputed building, the 'Qazakhaneh,' which the university claims to have owned for…
Ministry of Health Opposed the Dispatch of Abbas Kiarostami to France
The Iranian Ministry of Health opposed sending filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami to France for treatment, deeming it unnecessary. Kiarostami, who passed away from severe cerebral hemorrhage…