October 2018
Annual Report on Internet Freedom: The Rise of Digital Authoritarianism
The Freedom House report highlights a global trend of increasing digital authoritarianism, with governments tightening control over internet freedoms and using claims of fake news…
National Bank of Iran Apologizes for Currency Payment Method to Iranian Pilgrims in Iraq
The National Bank of Iran apologized for the problematic currency payment method for Iranian pilgrims in Iraq, which involved receiving currency through holes in a…
Iran is the 'largest' energy subsidizer in the world
Iran has become the largest energy subsidizer globally, spending $45 billion on energy subsidies last year, a 55% increase from the previous year. The rise…
Meeting with Abbas Safari
Abbas Safari, a 41-year-old civil activist from Arak, has been sentenced to three years in prison and 74 lashes for his human rights activities. His…
Trump: More Sanctions Against Iran to Be Imposed After November 5
Donald Trump announced that additional sanctions against Iran will be implemented after November 5, alongside the reinstatement of previous sanctions. He emphasized Iran's role in…
Recent Strikes and the Shades and Lights of Social-Professional Protests
In recent weeks, Iran has seen a wave of strikes by truck drivers, factory workers, teachers, and market traders protesting economic conditions and unpaid wages.…
Pompeo: The U.S. is Determined to Pursue Maximum Pressure Campaign Against Iran
Mike Pompeo reiterated the U.S. commitment to its maximum pressure campaign against Iran, emphasizing the severe economic consequences for the Iranian regime due to its…
Khamenei: Looking to Europe is of No Benefit Other Than Waiting
Ali Khamenei criticized the reliance on Europe for economic solutions, advocating for a shift in focus towards Eastern countries. This comes amid ongoing economic struggles…
U.S. State Department: We Support the Iranian People's Right to Express Their Legitimate Demands
The U.S. State Department expressed support for the Iranian people's right to protest amid ongoing nationwide strikes by teachers demanding better living conditions and job…
Are Teachers' Demands 'Endless'?
Teachers across Iran have initiated a sit-in to protest against low salaries, poor working conditions, and the government's failure to meet their demands. The protests…
Trump: Iran May Eventually Agree to a Real Deal with the U.S.
Donald Trump praised Nikki Haley's work on Iran and North Korea during her resignation announcement, suggesting Iran might eventually agree to a real deal with…
In August, the U.S. Exported More Goods to Iran Than in All of Last Year
In August 2023, the U.S. exported nearly $150 million in goods to Iran, exceeding total exports for all of 2017. Despite recent sanctions, U.S. exports…