February 2024
US: Elections in Iran are not 'free and fair', the world knows that Iran's political system is 'undemocratic and opaque'
The US State Department has declared that the upcoming elections in Iran are not free or fair, reflecting a broader sentiment among the Iranian populace…
Regional Reports: IRGC Gives Green Light to Hezbollah for Increased Attacks on Israel
The IRGC has reportedly authorized Hezbollah to escalate attacks on Israel if the Israeli army conducts ground operations in Rafah. This directive was given by…
Iran's Coordination Council of Teachers' Unions Boycotts 'Mock Elections' of Parliament
The Coordination Council of Teachers' Unions in Iran has announced a boycott of the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing government inefficiency and the lack of accountability…
Israeli Airstrikes in Syria and Lebanon; Arab Sources Report Deaths of Iranian Proxy Forces
Israeli airstrikes in Syria and Lebanon resulted in the deaths of Iranian proxy forces and civilians. This escalation involves Hezbollah and raises tensions in the…
Iranian Media Reports the Murder of a 10-Year-Old Disabled Child by Her Mother
A mother in Iran has murdered her 10-year-old disabled child, citing depression from the child's behavior as her motive. This incident highlights ongoing issues of…
Raisi's Deputy Admits Regarding 'Hirmand Water Rights': 'Nothing Has Happened'
Iranian officials, including Ebrahim Raisi's deputy, have acknowledged that no progress has been made regarding the water rights of the Hirmand River, despite ongoing discussions…
US Dollar Increased by 900 Tomans in One Day: Entering the 59,000 Tomans Channel
The US dollar price in Iran surged by 900 tomans in one day, crossing the 59,000 tomans mark, attributed to government policies. This increase has…
The 'Koocha' Festival of Bushehr Residents Canceled Due to 'Governmental Pressure'; Closing Ceremony Abolished
The Koocha music festival in Bushehr was abruptly canceled, with organizers suggesting governmental pressure as a likely reason. The event had gained attention for its…
Continued Excessive Imports, Rising Prices, and Brokers' Reluctance; Iranian Rice Has Been Removed from Iranian Tables
Excessive imports of foreign rice and brokers' reluctance to buy from local farmers have led to a significant decline in the market for high-quality Iranian…
Political Guardian of Majid Khademi Calls for His Immediate Release; German MP: Torture and Execution Have Become Normalized in Iran
Helge Lind, a German MP, is advocating for the immediate release of Iranian political prisoner Majid Khademi, who is suffering from severe health issues and…
In the Run-Up to the New Year; Teachers' Delayed Salaries for 5 Months
Service-purchase teachers in Iran have not received their salaries for 5 months, leading to protests and demands for better employment conditions. The Deputy Minister of…
Without Publishing Names and Details; A Member of Raisi's Office Claims the Dismissal of 90 'Government Managers'
A member of Ebrahim Raisi's office claimed that about 90 government managers have been dismissed due to inefficiency and incompatibility with government policies. However, no…
The U.S. Destroys 9 Houthi Drones and Missiles as an 'Imminent Threat'
The U.S. military has destroyed 9 Houthi drones and missiles in response to what it deemed an imminent threat to commercial shipping in the Red…
Ibrahim Firouzi, Christian convert and former political prisoner, dies of 'heart attack'
Ibrahim Firouzi, a Christian convert and former political prisoner in Iran, has died at 38, reportedly from a heart attack, though some consider his death…
Hengaw: At Least 32 Prisoners Have Died in Iranian Prisons in 2023
In 2023, at least 32 prisoners have died in Iranian prisons, with many cases linked to torture, lack of medical care, and suspicious circumstances. The…
Scientific Research: Anzali Wetland May Dry Up in 35 Years
A scientific study warns that the Anzali Wetland in Iran may dry up by 2060 due to climate change and human activity. The wetland, crucial…
Exclusive to Voice of America; Javid Rahman: The People of Iran Have the Courage to Resist the Islamic Republic
Javid Rahman, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran, expressed confidence in the courage of the Iranian people to resist the Islamic Republic…
Some Steel Workers in Ahvaz Banned from Entering Company
Workers at the National Steel Group in Ahvaz have been banned from entering the company following protests over wage issues and working conditions. The protests…
Social Media Platform 'X' Removes Blue Checkmarks from Iranian State Media Accounts
The social media platform X removed verification checkmarks from Iranian state media accounts, prompting a response from the Iranian government. This move is seen as…
Reactions to the Fugitive Owner of 'Kourosh Company': Advertisers Exploited Public Trust
The owner of Kourosh Company, which falsely claimed to sell iPhones at significantly reduced prices, has fled amid allegations of large-scale fraud, prompting widespread criticism…
Continued Pressure on Journalists; Appeals Court Confirms One-Year Prison Sentence for Nasrin Hosseini
Nasrin Hosseini, a journalist in Iran, has had her one-year prison sentence confirmed by an appeals court amid ongoing repression of the press. She is…
Santander Spain: No Violations of US Sanctions Against the Islamic Republic Found in Broader Review
Santander Spain announced that it found no violations of US sanctions against Iran after a thorough review, contradicting a Financial Times report claiming Iran used…
HRANA: Shahram Namavar, detained Iranian-British citizen, remains in limbo
Shahram Namavar, an Iranian-British citizen, has been detained in Evin Prison for over six months without trial after traveling to Iran to visit his mother.…
Exclusive; Disappearance of the Child of a Political Prisoner; Suri Babaei Ghegini Granted Leave After Signing a Commitment
Suri Babaei Ghegini, a political prisoner in Iran, was granted a 10-day leave after her daughter Aida Morad Behrouzi went missing for 13 days. Judicial…
Household Gas Supply at the Expense of Industry; Gas Supply to Steel Industries Reduced by Up to 50%
The Iranian government faces criticism for its claims about uninterrupted gas supply, as the Vice President of the Steel Producers Association reports a 50% reduction…
Houthis Target Cargo Ship Bound for Iran; Analysts: Tehran Was Aware of the Attack
The Houthis targeted a cargo ship in the Red Sea that was reportedly carrying corn to Iran, marking the first such attack on a vessel…
The Hidden Consequences of Inflation; After Meat and Nuts on Installments, 'Clothing on Installments' Arrives in the Pre-New Year Market
As inflation continues to rise in Iran, various sectors are now offering essential goods like clothing on installment plans, reflecting the economic strain on households.…
Market Regulation at the Expense of Producers; The Chicken Price Puzzle
The Iranian chicken market is facing significant pricing issues, with producers selling at a loss due to government regulations. This situation is expected to lead…
Missile Attack on a Ship in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait on Monday; Houthis the Main Suspects
On Monday, a ship was attacked by two missiles in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, suspected to be carried out by Houthi rebels supported by Iran. The…
A Social Activist: 'The Arrears of Disability Benefits' Have Still Not Been Paid
A disability rights activist has highlighted the ongoing non-payment of benefits for disabled individuals in Iran, despite a recent 40% increase approved by the parliament.…
Chairman of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee: Narges Mohammadi is an Inspiration for the Fight for Human Rights
The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman praised Narges Mohammadi as a long-time human rights defender, highlighting her ongoing struggle from prison despite her extended…
Human Rights Activists in Iran: Judiciary Issued 35 Death Sentences in One Month
The Iranian judiciary has issued 35 death sentences and executed 86 individuals in January 2024, marking a significant increase in executions. The European Parliament has…
Hamas Spokesman Announces Delegation's Trip to Egypt to Pursue Three-Phase Ceasefire Plan
Hamas announced a delegation will travel to Egypt to discuss a three-phase ceasefire plan after Israel's Prime Minister rejected it. The plan includes releasing hostages…
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Official: Iranian Drones Have Used American Equipment
U.S. officials have warned that Iranian drones have been found using sensitive American technology, highlighting ongoing efforts by Iran, China, and Russia to illegally acquire…
Vafa Ahmadpour, Arrested Rapper: I'm Not Worried About Myself; I Sacrifice for Iran
Vafa Ahmadpour, a detained rapper, expressed his concerns for his family but stated he is not worried about himself, emphasizing his commitment to justice and…
Silent Journey; UN Dismisses Concerns About Neda Al-Nashif's Visit to Iran
Neda Al-Nashif, the UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, visited Iran amidst concerns from human rights groups about potential exploitation of her trip by…
The Head of 'IRIB' Also Rejects Minimum Wage; Jabali: We Pay Based on Inflation, Not the 20% Legal Increase
Peyman Jabali, the head of IRIB, announced that the organization will not follow the legal budget increase of 20% for wages, opting instead to pay…
World Wetlands Day and the Bitter Fate of Iran's Wetlands; Hamoun Has Dried Up
On World Wetlands Day, protests erupted in Sistan against the drying of the Hamoun wetland, attributed to Afghanistan's failure to provide water rights and Iran's…
Construction of the 'Iran Hormoz' Nuclear Power Plant Begins in Southern Iran; Behrouz Bayat: It Has Propaganda Aspects
The construction of the 'Iran Hormoz' nuclear power plant has begun in Hormozgan province, with experts criticizing its potential inefficiency and questioning the project's feasibility.…
Josep Borrell Announces EU Mission in the Red Sea to Protect Commercial Vessels from Houthi Attacks
The EU plans to launch a naval mission in the Red Sea to protect commercial vessels from Houthi attacks, with approval expected from EU foreign…