October 2017
International Monetary Fund Reports Iran's Economic Growth at 12.5% for 2016
The IMF has revised Iran's economic growth for 2016 to 12.5%, citing significant increases in oil production and exports following the lifting of international sanctions.…
A Member of Parliament: We Are Facing a Crisis of Student Porters
A member of Iran's parliament highlighted the crisis of student porters, revealing that 75,000 individuals, including students, are engaged in this dangerous work. The issue…
UN Special Rapporteur Urges Iranian Government to End Harassment of BBC Staff
The UN Special Rapporteur David Kaye has called on the Iranian government to cease harassment of BBC Persian staff after a complaint from the network.…
Ahmad Shahid: Religious Intolerance Has Increased Worldwide
Ahmad Shahid, the UN human rights rapporteur, reported that religious intolerance is increasing globally, with over 70 countries having laws against blasphemy. He called for…
News Turk: 'Potential Billion-Dollar Fines for Six Turkish Banks' Related to Iran Sanctions
A Turkish newspaper reported that six banks in Turkey may face significant fines for violating U.S. sanctions against Iran, prompting the Turkish banking authority to…
UN Commission Calls for Halt to Death Sentence of Murder Suspect of Setayesh Qureshi
The UN Human Rights Committee has called for Iran to halt the execution of Amir Hossein Pourjafar, who was convicted of murdering a seven-year-old Afghan…
Escalation of the 'Cold War' in US-Iran Relations
Donald Trump's recent statements mark a new phase in US-Iran relations, characterized by a Cold War dynamic. The US aims to counter the Iranian government…
Trump's Strategy Towards Iran and Its Consequences; Interview with a Senior Pentagon Official
Donald Trump's shift in policy towards Iran has raised concerns in Europe and the Middle East about U.S. commitment to international obligations and potential Iranian…
Iran's Currency Market and the Fate of the JCPOA
The Iranian currency market is experiencing significant fluctuations, primarily influenced by internal factors and the uncertain fate of the JCPOA. As the dollar approaches the…
The Oil Weapon and the Tanker War in the Persian Gulf (3); Escalation of War
The article discusses the escalation of the tanker war between Iran and Iraq during the 1980s, highlighting the impact on oil exports and the involvement…
"Six Days"; The Story of the Occupation of the Iranian Embassy in London
The film "Six Days" recounts the 1980 armed occupation of the Iranian embassy in London by six Iranian Arabs demanding the release of prisoners. It…
The Underprivileged: The Main Victims of Executions
On October 10, the World Day Against the Death Penalty, human rights organizations highlight the ongoing use of capital punishment in Iran, linking it to…
Israel's Approach to the Iran Nuclear Agreement
As the deadline approaches for Trump to report on Iran's compliance with the nuclear deal, diplomatic activity has intensified. Israeli officials express concerns over Iran's…
Nazanin Zaghari, according to her husband, has been accused of new crimes
Nazanin Zaghari has been accused of new crimes while serving her five-year sentence in Iran, potentially extending her imprisonment by 16 years. Her husband, Richard…
Eight Baha'i Citizens in Iran Sentenced to a Total of 28 Years in Prison
Eight Baha'i citizens in Iran have been sentenced to a total of 28 years in prison for various charges deemed unjust by international observers. The…
Baby Selling in Tehran
Reports indicate that baby selling has become a normalized practice in the outskirts of Tehran, despite government claims of its illegality. Officials, including members of…
The Impact of Reduced Development Budget on Employment in Iran
The article examines the impact of reduced development budgets on employment in Iran over the past decade, highlighting the performance of the Ahmadinejad and Rouhani…
Iran Ranked Nineteenth in Global Truck Production
Iran ranks nineteenth in global truck production with a significant decrease in output compared to previous years. Economic sanctions and the rise of Chinese truck…
Participation of Iraqi Forces in Iranian Army Exercises
The Iranian Army's military exercise 'Haider Karar' commenced with the participation of Iraqi forces at the western borders of Iran. This exercise aims to reinforce…