June 2023
A Retiree Rights Activist: The Government's Economic Promises Are Unachievable
Alireza Heydari, an economist and retiree rights activist, criticizes the Iranian government's economic promises as unrealistic, citing high inflation and lack of public trust in…
Harsh Criticism from a Cleric Against Khamenei: With This Economic Situation, the Clergy's Turban Will Be Trampled
Shahabuddin Haeri Shirazi, a cleric and son of a former Friday prayer leader, criticized Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei for his policies and the suppression of…
Media Speculation in Iran; Formation of Ministry of Commerce Marginalized
The proposal to establish a Ministry of Commerce in Iran has lost momentum, with little support from the government or parliament. Concerns about increased bureaucracy…
Iran Ranks 169th in Global 'Economic Freedom'; Falls to the Bottom of Middle Eastern Countries
Iran's economic freedom score has dropped to 42.2, ranking it 169th globally and last in the Middle East. This decline is attributed to government intervention,…
The Turkish Lira's Decline Accelerates Despite Interest Rate Increase
The Turkish lira has sharply declined, hitting a record low against the dollar after the Central Bank raised interest rates to 15%. This decline follows…
Workers' Unsuccessful Efforts to Adjust Wages; Iranian Media Cites Turkey's Government Actions as Examples
Iranian workers have unsuccessfully sought wage adjustments amid rising inflation, with government officials opposing these efforts despite legal provisions allowing for mid-year adjustments. Comparisons are…
Free Fall of the Turkish Lira; 15% Interest Rate Increase Proves Ineffective
The Turkish lira fell by 3.3% to its lowest value after the central bank raised interest rates to 15%, a move analysts deemed insufficient. This…
Loans for Non-Payment; Money Spraying from the People's Pockets
The Iranian government is increasing housing loan ceilings to address housing inflation, but concerns about repayment and accessibility remain. Critics highlight the burden of high…
Denial of Government Supporters' Media Reports; Real Estate Union Member: Prices Have Not Decreased, Transactions Have Reached Minimum
A member of the Tehran Real Estate Union has denied reports of decreasing housing prices, stating that transactions have plummeted and the market is in…
A Labor Activist: The Government is Manipulating Statistics to 'Control Inflation'
Labor activist Faramarz Tofighi criticizes the Iranian government for manipulating inflation statistics and passing an anti-labor seventh development plan. He highlights the worsening conditions for…
Hollywood on the Brink of Strike; Sheila Oummi: Artificial Intelligence Threatens Actors' Job Security
The American Actors Guild is poised to strike if negotiations with major studios fail by June 30, with nearly 98% of participating members voting in…
Minister of Labor Opposes Wage Increase: 'I Did Not Promise'
Minister Solat Mortazavi stated that the government will not adjust workers' wages in response to inflation changes, despite previous commitments. Labor activists are demanding a…
Complaint Against the Government Over Salary Reductions for Some Employees
Healthcare workers have filed a complaint against the Iranian government for reducing salaries based on a misinterpretation of budget laws. This issue highlights widespread dissatisfaction…
Erdogan at the Inauguration Ceremony: I Will Defend Turkey's 'Existence and Independence'
Recep Tayyip Erdogan was sworn in for a new term as Turkey's President, vowing to defend the country's independence amid a challenging economic climate. His…