November 2023
Narges Mohammadi, Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Listed Among 25 Influential Women by Financial Times
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, has been recognized by the Financial Times as one of the 25…
Conflicting Reports on the 'Enhancement of Military Relations' Between the Islamic Republic and Saudi Arabia
Iran and Saudi Arabia's military relations are reportedly improving, with both sides expressing willingness to enhance cooperation. However, conflicting reports from both nations highlight the…
Open Letter from PEN America Ahead of Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony; 'Free Narges Now'
PEN America and global human rights activists are calling on Iran to allow Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, to attend the award ceremony…
Failure of Million-Housing Promises; Housing Economist: Raisi's Government Built Fewer Houses Than Before
A housing economist has revealed that the Iranian government under President Raisi has constructed significantly fewer homes than promised, with annual production dropping from 300,000…
A Harsh Winter is Coming; Oil Minister Reports 6% Increase in Gas Consumption
Iran's Oil Minister reported a 6% increase in gas consumption as cold weather sets in, raising concerns about potential gas shortages this winter. Experts warn…
Investigation into Hacking of Water Authority System in Pennsylvania; A Pro-Iran Group Claims Responsibility
A pro-Iran group claimed to have hacked the water authority system in Pennsylvania, prompting a federal investigation. Although the attack did not disrupt water services,…
Narges Mohammadi Describes Recent Executions in Iran as a 'War of the Government' Against 'Defenseless People'
Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner and political prisoner, condemned recent executions in Iran as a government war against its people and called for…
Disarray in Iranian Sports; 14 Federations and Associations Still Without a President
The Iranian Ministry of Sports is facing criticism for the lack of leadership in 14 sports federations, which are either without presidents or in a…
Guardian Council Publishes Details on Reasons for Rejecting the 'Chastity and Hijab' Bill: Use of Ambiguous Concepts and 'Non-Persian' Terms
The Guardian Council has published details regarding its rejection of the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill, citing ambiguities and the use of non-Persian terms. This decision…
Mawlawi Abdolhamid: Worship Does Not Require Permission; Security Forces Closed Sunni Prayer Halls
Mawlawi Abdolhamid criticized the closure of Sunni prayer halls by security forces and the imprisonment of Sunni clerics for political views during his Friday sermon.…
Iran's 50% Tax Increase Plan; Raisi's Government Replaces Dollar with Euro
Iran's government has proposed a 50% increase in taxes and plans to replace the dollar with the euro in its 1403 budget bill. This has…
Iran Open Data Report: The Cost of a Serving of Chelo Kebab is Twice the Daily Food Expense of a Worker
The cost of living in Iran has dramatically increased, particularly affecting working-class families. The price of basic food items like eggs and bread has surged,…
Protests Over Unpaid Professional Demands; Nurses Gather in Several Cities in Iran
Nurses and healthcare staff across several Iranian cities protested against unpaid wages and unfair working conditions. The protests reflect broader economic grievances amid rising inflation…
Budget of 134 Trillion Tomans for Strengthening Defense Capabilities; If Funds Are Not Available, Crude Oil Delivery to Legal Entities
The Iranian government has proposed a budget of 134 trillion tomans for defense, emphasizing military spending over social welfare needs. This decision reflects a continued…
Playing with People's Lives with the Import of Low-Quality Medicine; Rare Heart Medications with Limited Expiration Dates
Iran is facing a significant shortage of vital medications, particularly for heart patients, with reports indicating that the drugs available are of low quality and…
Protests by Telecommunications Retirees in Iranian Cities: 'Even if it Rains Stones, We Will Come on Mondays'
Telecommunications retirees across Iran held protests on November 20, demanding better living conditions and fulfillment of their rights. The protests, which took place in multiple…
Remember – Episode Eight: Shohreh Pakrovan, the Mother of Justice Seeker Reyhaneh Jabbari; I Am Alive to Seek Justice
Shohreh Pakrovan, the mother of Reyhaneh Jabbari, who was executed by the Iranian government, shares her ongoing struggle for justice nine years after her daughter's…
Equipping Law Enforcement in Sistan and Baluchestan with Armored Vehicles; Users: It's for Suppression
The Iranian government has equipped law enforcement in Sistan and Baluchestan with armored vehicles, prompting social media users to accuse it of intending to suppress…
Seizure of Passport and Communication Devices of Parastoo Farahvar at Tehran Airport
Parastoo Farahvar, daughter of chain murder victims, had her passport and electronic devices confiscated at Tehran Airport ahead of the anniversary of her parents' murder.…
Statements from Amnesty International and the Association of Families of Victims of the Ukrainian Flight on the Anniversary of November 98
On the fourth anniversary of the November 98 protests, Amnesty International and the Association of Families of Victims of the Ukrainian Flight condemned the Iranian…
Meta's Oversight Board Investigates Reasons for Removing Video of Iranian Woman 'Without Mandatory Hijab'
Meta's Oversight Board is reviewing the decision to remove and then restore a video showing an Iranian woman without a mandatory hijab after her arrest.…
Jake Sullivan: Biden Will Justify to His Chinese Counterpart That Iran's Actions Are Destabilizing
Jake Sullivan, the U.S. National Security Advisor, discussed President Biden's upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing the need for China to address Iran's…
Shakerami Fire; 'Nika' Buried with 76 Armored Vehicles and Hundreds of Security Forces
Nika Shakerami's aunt revealed the circumstances of Nika's burial amidst heavy security and government pressure, highlighting the struggles faced by families of protest victims in…
Early Commemoration of Kian Pirfalak's Death Held in Silence and Heavy Security
The first anniversary of Kian Pirfalak's death was held a week early under heavy security, with government forces preventing many from attending. Kian was killed…
Erfan Karam Veisi, Lawyer for Political Prisoners and Teachers, Summoned to Prosecutor's Office
Erfan Karam Veisi, a lawyer for political prisoners, has been summoned to the Evin Prosecutor's Office on charges of propaganda and spreading falsehoods. His client,…
Iran Human Rights Organization Expresses Severe Concern for Narges Mohammadi's Health
The Iran Human Rights Organization has raised alarms over Narges Mohammadi's deteriorating health while she protests her treatment in prison. Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize…
Officially Designating 'Day of Enjoining Good and Forbidding Wrong' Days After Armita Garavand's Burial
The Supreme Cultural Revolution Council has officially designated the second day of Muharram as 'Day of Enjoining Good and Forbidding Wrong', shortly after the burial…
The Endless Cycle of Worker Deaths in Iran; A 63-Year-Old Security Guard Burns to Death and a 65-Year-Old Worker Dies from a Fall
Two tragic incidents highlight the ongoing dangers faced by workers in Iran: a 63-year-old security guard died in a fire, and a 65-year-old construction worker…
Increased Pressure on Molavi Abdulhamid and Continued Arrests in Zahedan; Maki Mosque Filmmaker Arrested
Security forces in Zahedan have intensified their crackdown on associates of Molavi Abdulhamid, leading to the arrest of multiple individuals, including a filmmaker from Maki…
The Lawsuit of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh's Family Closed; Investigator: They Should Seek Compensation
The military prosecutor's office has closed the lawsuit filed by the family of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh, a teenager killed during protests in 2022, citing a lack…
Continued Harassment of Families Seeking Justice; Mother and Brother of Mohammad Mehdi Karami Forced to Leave Their Home
The family of Mohammad Mehdi Karami, executed for his role in protests, continues to face harassment from government agents, forcing them to leave their home.…
Mowlavi Abdolhamid Calls for Justice in Reference to the 'Khash Massacre'
Mowlavi Abdolhamid, a prominent Sunni cleric, called for justice and freedom in light of the Khash Massacre anniversary, criticizing government actions and the imprisonment of…
Reza Aghdasi, Labor Activist, Tried in Tehran's Islamic Revolutionary Court
Reza Aghdasi, a deaf labor activist and former employee of Iran Khodro, was tried in Tehran without legal representation on charges related to national security…