December 2025
USA - Iran in 2025: The Year of the Return of 'Maximum Pressure'
In 2025, Donald Trump returned to the White House, reinstating the maximum pressure policy against Iran, leading to intensified sanctions, military actions, and stalled nuclear…
Majority of U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee: 'The People of Iran Deserve Better Than This Incompetent and Corrupt Regime'
The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee condemned the Iranian government's crackdown on protests, asserting that the Iranian people deserve better leadership. This statement reflects increasing…
Netanyahu to Fox News: The Islamic Republic is seeking to rebuild its ballistic missile capabilities
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that the Islamic Republic is attempting to rebuild its ballistic missile capabilities during an interview with Fox News. He…
The Long-term Psychological Impact of War on Children in Iran
The article discusses the long-term psychological effects of war on children, highlighting the experiences of traumatized children in conflict zones, including Iran. Fergal Keane examines…
Trump: The People of Iran Are Dissatisfied with the Government; Protests Will Lead to Deaths
Donald Trump discussed U.S.-Iran relations and the potential for conflict during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, emphasizing dissatisfaction among the Iranian people…
UN Calls for Immediate Halt to Execution of 67-Year-Old Iranian Woman Zahra Shahbaz Tabari
UN experts have called for the immediate halt to the execution of Zahra Shahbaz Tabari, a 67-year-old woman sentenced to death for armed rebellion based…
Iran's President Declares 'Full-Scale War' Against US, Israel, and Europe
Iran's president has declared that the country is engaged in a 'full-scale war' against the United States, Israel, and European nations. This statement reflects escalating…
Trump Announces U.S. Attack on 'Lowly Terrorist Thugs of ISIS' in Nigeria
Donald Trump announced a U.S. military attack on ISIS in Nigeria, citing the targeting of innocent Christians as the reason. The operation was described as…
Pentagon's New Report on China's Role in the Middle East; Sale of Missile and Drone Parts and Joint Exercises with the Islamic Republic
The Pentagon's annual report highlights China's expanding military presence in the Middle East and its targeted cooperation with Iran, including joint military exercises and the…
‘Pull your hand out of the fire and take Trump’s diplomatic hand’; US Representative warns the Islamic Republic
The US has reiterated its willingness to negotiate with Iran, contingent on Tehran halting uranium enrichment and engaging in direct dialogue. Morgan Ortagus emphasized that…
U.S. State Department: The Execution Rate of Women in Iran Has Reached Its Highest Level in 25 Years
The U.S. State Department reported a significant increase in the execution of women in Iran, reaching a 25-year high with at least 61 executions in…
Iran's Water Crisis: Mismanagement Leads to Environmental and Social Challenges
Iran is facing a severe water crisis due to the mismanagement of its water resources, leading to environmental degradation and impacting agriculture and livelihoods. The…
Urgent Concerns for Safety of 39 Detainees Following Memorial for Slain Lawyer
At least 39 individuals were detained during a memorial for Khosro Alikordi, a human rights lawyer, with reports of brutal interrogations and denial of legal…
Narges Mohammadi and Activists Arrested During Memorial for Slain Lawyer Khosro Alikordi
On December 12, 2025, Narges Mohammadi and several human rights activists were violently arrested by Iranian security forces during a memorial service for Khosro Alikordi,…
Iranian Lawyers Demand Transparency in Death of Human Rights Defender Khosro Alikordi
Eighty-one Iranian lawyers have called for transparency regarding the suspicious death of human rights lawyer Khosro Alikordi, whose body was found in his office on…
UN Calls for Iran to Halt Execution of Domestic Violence Survivor Goli Kouhkan
UN human rights experts have urged Iran to halt the execution of Goli Kouhkan, a 25-year-old Baluch woman sentenced to death for killing her abusive…