December 2015
Reporters Without Borders: 110 Journalists Killed in 2015
In 2015, Reporters Without Borders reported that 110 journalists were killed globally, with a significant number targeted for their work. The organization criticized governments for…
Unanswered Questions Surrounding Iran's Hypothetical Two Nuclear Reactors
Iran has announced the construction of two new nuclear reactors in Bushehr amidst low global oil prices, raising concerns about public involvement and transparency. The…
80 Iranian Specialists to Be Trained in Russia for S-300 System
Russia is set to begin transferring the S-300 missile defense system to Iran in January 2016, training 80 Iranian specialists in the process. This development…
Washington to Compensate American Embassy Hostages in Tehran
The U.S. will compensate 38 former hostages from the Tehran embassy crisis using funds from a French bank's penalty for sanctions violations. Each hostage will…
Reactions Continue Over the Non-Broadcast of the Interview Between Ferdowsipour and Zarif
The non-broadcast of an interview between Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and host Adel Ferdowsipour has sparked significant reactions from various officials and media…
Australia Lowers Travel Warning Level for Iran
Australia has downgraded its travel warning for Iran from 'reconsider travel' to 'exercise caution,' which may encourage more Australian tourists to visit. This change is…
International Monetary Fund: Next Year Will Be 'Brighter' for Iran's Economy
The IMF predicts that Iran's economy will improve in the next solar year, with growth rates potentially reaching 4-5.5% due to the lifting of sanctions…
Rouhani Emphasizes the Importance of Women's Participation in Elections
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani highlighted the importance of women's participation in upcoming elections, calling for qualified women to register. This comes amid ongoing debates about…
Discovery of a '500-pound bomb' in Marivan by two students
Two students in Marivan discovered a 500-pound bomb leftover from the Iran-Iraq war, which was safely neutralized. This incident highlights ongoing issues with unexploded ordnance…
U.S. Senate Resolution Condemns Persecution of Baha'is in Iran
The U.S. Senate passed Resolution 148 condemning the Iranian government's persecution of Baha'is and calling for the release of imprisoned Baha'i leaders. This resolution, supported…
Iran's Efforts to Finalize Accession to the World Trade Organization
Iran is actively working to finalize its accession to the World Trade Organization, viewing it as a crucial step for integrating its economy with the…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 138
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses various political issues in Iran, including the role of opposition forces and the potential for societal radicalization. It…
Iranian Poet in Israel; 'I am Gay, and Iranian...'
Payam Fili, a young Iranian gay poet, has been granted permission to enter Israel, where he will hold a poetry reading and participate in a…
An Overview of the Human Rights Situation in Iran on 'Human Rights Day'
On Human Rights Day, criticisms of Iran's human rights situation continue, particularly regarding high execution rates and the detention of journalists. This day marks the…
Protest Gathering Held in Front of Azerbaijani Consulate in Tabriz
A protest was held in Tabriz against the killing of Shia Muslims in Azerbaijan's Nardaran region, where demonstrators called for an end to anti-Islamic actions…
The Faction; Examination of Events Related to the Formation of an Autonomous Government in Azerbaijan
The article discusses the 70th anniversary of the short-lived National Government of Azerbaijan in Iran, which faced legal ambiguities and accusations leading to its quick…
Iran: Poverty and Inequality
A new book on poverty and inequality in Iran, authored by imprisoned researcher Dr. Saeed Madani, contrasts with shocking news of a child's stitches opening…
Iranian Airlines Owe 5 Trillion Tomans
Iranian airlines are facing severe financial difficulties, owing 5 trillion tomans, prompting a planned increase in ticket prices. While the Civil Aviation Organization supports this…
Iran's Commitments at the Paris Environmental Summit
At the Paris Environmental Summit, Iran, represented by Vice President Masoumeh Ebtekar, expressed a conditional commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 4% over the…