November 2017
Iran's Economy: Ten Constraints and Two Escape Routes - Financial Corruption
The article discusses the pervasive issue of financial corruption in Iran, highlighting it as a systemic problem rooted in the political culture and economy of…
Motorcycle Manufacturers in Iran Circumvent the Law
Iranian motorcycle manufacturers are circumventing a government ban on carbureted motorcycles by using a new component imported from China. The Environmental Protection Organization defends this…
Chaos in the Bread Market
The Iranian government has approved a 15% increase in bread prices, leading to immediate price hikes in bakeries and concerns about further exploitation by bakers.…
Cash Subsidies: Another Failed Project?
The Iranian Parliament is reconsidering cash subsidies, with 95.21% of the population currently receiving them despite claims of cuts for the wealthy. The ongoing budget…
Cavusoglu: Reza Zarrab's Case is 'Fabricated' and has 'Political Motivation'
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu claims that the U.S. allegations against Reza Zarrab, an Iranian-Turkish businessman accused of evading sanctions, are politically motivated and based…
Crisis Management; Crisis within a Crisis
A devastating earthquake in western Iran has resulted in significant casualties and homelessness, sparking discussions about the effectiveness of crisis management in the country. The…
The Third Committee of the UN General Assembly Condemns Ongoing Human Rights Violations in Iran
The UN General Assembly's Third Committee passed a resolution condemning Iran for ongoing human rights violations, including high execution rates and discrimination against minorities. The…
Increase in the Number of Casualties and Injuries from the Earthquake in Western Iran
A powerful earthquake in western Iran has resulted in at least 445 deaths and over 7,370 injuries, with the Iranian government declaring a national day…
Why Has the Rial Once Again Slipped into Decline?
The rial continues to decline against international currencies, with inflation being a major contributing factor. The Iranian government is considering raising the dollar price to…
Meeting with Kamran Ghaderi
Kamran Ghaderi, a 55-year-old Iranian-Austrian citizen, has been imprisoned in Iran for over two years on charges of espionage and collaboration with a hostile government.…
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has detained at least 30 dual-national Iranian citizens over the past two years
The IRGC has detained at least 30 dual-national Iranian citizens over the past two years, primarily targeting Iranian-Europeans. This situation raises concerns about the use…
Possibility of Transferring Cash Subsidy Payment Responsibility to the Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation
There are discussions about transferring cash subsidy payment responsibilities to the Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation, with the head of the foundation expressing optimism about this…
Meeting with Behzad Zabihih
Behzad Zabihih, a 50-year-old Bahá'í from Sari, was arrested and sentenced to prison for promoting his faith, reflecting ongoing persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran. His…
U.S. Senate Calls for the Release of American Citizens Imprisoned in Iran
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution demanding the release of American citizens imprisoned in Iran, including Siamak and Baquer Namazi. The resolution calls for…