June 2025
Trump's Regime Change Remarks on Iran: Lessons from Past US Interventions in the Middle East
Former President Trump has suggested the possibility of regime change in Iran, prompting reflections on historical US interventions in the Middle East that have had…
Evaluating Trump's Claim on the Status of Iran's Nuclear Sites
The article examines former President Trump's claim that Iran's nuclear sites have been 'totally obliterated.' It analyzes the accuracy of this statement and the implications…
Iran Deploys Officers to UN Peacekeeping Operations for the First Time
The Islamic Republic of Iran has announced its first deployment of military personnel to UN peacekeeping operations, specifically sending officers rather than armed troops. This…
Iran Seeks to Improve Ties with Egypt by Renaming Street in Tehran
Iran is seeking to improve relations with Egypt by potentially renaming a street in Tehran that was previously named after Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, who…
Iranian Authorities Crack Down on Dog Ownership and Walking
The prosecutor in Esfahan has initiated prosecutions against dog owners walking their pets, leading to similar actions in at least 21 cities across Iran. This…
Iran Intensifies Campaign to Expel Afghan Refugees
The Iranian government is intensifying its campaign to expel Afghan refugees, reportedly surpassing similar efforts in the United States. This move affects an estimated six…
Russia and China Limit Iran's Nuclear Program Expansion
Former Iranian nuclear chief claims that Russia and China have limited Iran's nuclear program expansion, likely due to concerns over Iran's potential interest in developing…
Rouzbeh Parsi Resigns Amid Investigation into Iranian Links
Rouzbeh Parsi, the head of the Middle East program at the Swedish Institute of International Affairs, has resigned following an investigation into his connections with…
Qalibaf Secures Re-election as Majlis Speaker Amidst Minimal Opposition
Majlis Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf was re-elected on May 26, 2025, with a significant majority of 219 votes against 53, despite earlier speculation about a challenge…
Landmine from Iran-Iraq War Claims Lives of Two Soldiers
Two soldiers were killed and two others injured after encountering a landmine from the Iran-Iraq war in Marivan, Kurdistan province. The circumstances surrounding the minefield's…
Decrease in Medical Emigration Among Iranian Healthcare Professionals
Health Minister Mohammad-Reza Zafarqandi reported a significant decrease in the emigration of medical professionals in the last half of the previous Persian year compared to…
Public Backlash Against New Pasdar Display on Hell in Gilan Province
A new Pasdar display aimed at educating the public about hell has opened in Gilan province, receiving significant ridicule and criticism from the populace. The…