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…
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…
Iran Air Purchases Four Boeing 747 Aircraft
Iran Air has announced the purchase of four new Boeing 747 aircraft, alongside other models, to enhance its fleet after grounding its last long-range aircraft.…
Boeing Defends Its Agreement with Iran
Boeing is defending its agreement with Iran amidst concerns from U.S. Republican representatives that it poses a national security threat. The agreement, if finalized, would…
U.S. State Department Welcomes Boeing and Iran Air Agreement
The U.S. State Department has welcomed a historic agreement between Boeing and Iran Air for the purchase of passenger aircraft, which could be the largest…
Interview with Homayoun Katouzian; The History of Iran is a Cycle of Unchangeable Despotism
Homayoun Katouzian's book "Iranians" explores the recurring pattern of despotism in Iranian history, emphasizing the lack of change in the relationship between the people and…
Amnesty International Calls for 'Unconditional Release' of Homa Hoodfar
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Homa Hoodfar, a Canadian-Iranian professor detained in Iran, linking her arrest to her peaceful activities. The…
Iran 'in negotiations' with Boeing for aircraft purchase
Iran is in negotiations with Boeing to potentially purchase 100 passenger aircraft, facing various obstacles that need resolution. This comes after a previous contract with…
Former Hostage and Last U.S. Military Attaché in Iran Passes Away
Thomas Schaffer, the last U.S. military attaché in Iran and a former hostage during the 1979-1981 crisis, has died at 85. Schaffer spent 444 days…
Interview with Arash: Singers Inside Iran Are 'In a Different Garden'
Arash discusses his music career, collaborations with international artists, and the differences between the Iranian and global music markets. He emphasizes the unique challenges faced…
Airbus: Sale of Aircraft to Iran Faces Financial Obstacles
Airbus is facing financial obstacles in finalizing a contract to sell aircraft to Iran due to concerns about money transfer and ongoing sanctions. Iranian Foreign…