November 2016
Governor of the Central Bank of Iran: The Increase in Currency Rates is Not Sustainable
Valiollah Seif, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, stated that the recent increase in the dollar's price is a temporary expectation shock and…
Another Surge of the Dollar in Tehran's Currency Market: Roots and Questions
The dollar has surged past 3800 tomans in Tehran's currency market, attributed to various factors including increased demand from pilgrims and global currency trends. The…
Government Announces General Family Policies
The Iranian government has announced new 'General Family Policies' aimed at reinforcing traditional family roles and encouraging childbirth, particularly among female heads of households. This…
Iran's Leader Calls 'Haste and Neglect of Details' the Cause of 'Problems' in Nuclear Agreement
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized the 'haste and neglect of details' as causes for issues in the nuclear agreement implementation, while condemning the recent extension of U.S.…
Window: Execution of Four Convicts in Qeshm Island in Public; Deterrent or Promoter of Violence?
In Iran, at least nine executions occurred last week, including four public hangings in Qeshm Island for rape charges. Human rights advocates criticize public executions…
Rouhani Calls for a 'Stronger Response' from the Iraqi Government to Recent Attack Perpetrators
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has urged the Iraqi government to take stronger action against those responsible for a recent suicide attack in Hilla that killed…
About 40 Iranians Killed in ISIS Suicide Attack in Hilla, Iraq
A suicide attack by ISIS on a gas station in Hilla, Iraq, has resulted in the deaths of approximately 40 Iranian pilgrims returning from the…
The Trend of Decreasing Inflation Rate Continued in November
The inflation rate in Iran continued to decrease in November 2016, with the average inflation rate reaching 8.6 percent. Reports indicate a downward trend in…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Suicide Attack on Iranian Pilgrims in Iraq
A suicide bombing targeting Iranian pilgrims in Iraq has resulted in at least 80 fatalities, with many injured. The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for…
Saad Hariri: One Person Has Complicated Government Formation in Lebanon
Saad Hariri, newly appointed Prime Minister of Lebanon, faces significant obstacles in forming a government due to complications caused by an unnamed individual. The political…
Which Employment Criteria Reflects the Reality of the Labor Market?
Iranian officials identify unemployment, environmental issues, and water access as key challenges, with a controversial definition of unemployment that includes anyone working just one hour…
The 'Butterfly' That Was Assassinated
Parvaneh Eskandari Furouhar, a prominent Iranian activist and supporter of democracy, was assassinated by the Islamic Republic's security forces at the age of sixty, mirroring…
John Bolton: The Only Long-Term Solution for Iran is 'Regime Change'
John Bolton advocates for U.S. support of regime change in Iran, labeling the current government as a major threat to peace in the Middle East.…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 181
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses the current situation in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements regarding…
Amnesty International Condemns Iranian Government's 'Misleading' Propaganda Regarding Execution of '25 Sunni Men'
Amnesty International criticized the Iranian government for its propaganda regarding the execution of 25 Sunni men, claiming it distracts from the unfair trial processes. The…
Serious Concern of 85 UN Members Over Severe Human Rights Violations in Iran
The UN General Assembly's Human Rights Committee passed a resolution expressing serious concern over human rights violations in Iran, calling for an end to restrictions…
Donald Trump and the Future of Iran's Passenger Aircraft Fleet
The article discusses the potential impact of Donald Trump's election on Iran's contracts for over 200 passenger aircraft from Boeing and Airbus. Given Trump's opposition…
Five Years in Prison for Baha'i Artist Who 'Held Art Classes at Home'
Shahryar Sirous, a Baha'i artist, has been sentenced to five years in prison for allegedly forming a group that disrupts national security by holding art…
The Display of Cyrus After 38 Years of Isolation
Thousands of Iranians gathered at the tomb of Cyrus the Great on an unofficial 'Cyrus Day,' showcasing a resurgence of national identity after years of…
Legatum Institute: Iran Ranks 118th in Well-Being Index Among 149 Countries
The Legatum Institute's annual report ranks Iran 118th in well-being among 149 countries, highlighting ongoing issues in governance and personal freedom. This reflects a decade-long…
Britain: We Will Address Banking Concerns to Develop Trade with Iran
The UK Trade Minister Liam Fox announced efforts to address banking concerns to enhance trade relations with Iran, emphasizing the growth of transactions since the…