February 2025
Hiva Seyfizadeh, Singer, Arrested During Performance in Tehran
Hiva Seyfizadeh, a singer in Iran, was arrested during her concert in Tehran, reportedly due to rumors about her performing for a male audience. This…
10 Injured in Terrorist Attack in Israel
A terrorist attack in Israel injured 10 people, with one in critical condition. The assailant was identified as a Palestinian from Jenin. This incident follows…
Another Israeli Arrested on Suspicion of Spying for the Iranian Government
Daniel Kitov, a 26-year-old Israeli, was arrested for allegedly spying for Iran after being approached by an Iranian agent. This incident highlights the ongoing efforts…
Freedom House Annual Report: Global Freedom Declines for the Nineteenth Consecutive Year
Freedom House's 2024 report indicates a continued global decline in political freedoms and civil rights for the nineteenth consecutive year, with Iran being among the…
Consequences of Dollar Price Instability; Wheat Farmers Demand Review of 'Guaranteed Purchase Price for Wheat'
Wheat farmers in Iran are demanding a review of the guaranteed purchase price due to the sudden rise in the dollar and increased production costs.…
UN Experts: Execution Orders for Behrouz Ehsani and Mahdi Hasani Should Be Halted
UN experts have called for the halt of execution orders for two political prisoners in Iran, Behrouz Ehsani and Mahdi Hasani, citing concerns over their…
Widespread Shutdowns in Iran Due to Energy Shortages; Economy and Citizens' Lives Affected
Iran has experienced widespread shutdowns across 27 provinces due to severe energy shortages, impacting government services, schools, and industries. The crisis is attributed to a…
New U.S. Oil Sanctions Against Iran's Government Aimed at Maximum Pressure
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on 16 Iranian oil and petrochemical entities and 22 individuals as part of its maximum pressure campaign. The sanctions…
Government Retreats from Previous Decision on Currency Rates for Essential Goods
The Iranian government has decided to maintain the currency rate for essential goods at 28,500 tomans, retreating from a previous plan to raise it to…
U.S. President: We Must Get Something in Return for Financial Aid to Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized the need for the U.S. to receive something in return for its financial aid to Ukraine, suggesting resources like minerals…
Daniel Moghadam Sentenced to One Year in Prison with Electronic Bracelet
Daniel Moghadam, an Iranian protest rapper, has been sentenced to one year in prison with an electronic bracelet for expressing his love for art and…
One of the Leaders of 'Huras al-Din' Killed in US Airstrike in Northern Syria
A US airstrike in northwestern Syria killed senior Huras al-Din leader Wassim Tahseen Bayraktar as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism. This operation highlights…
Return of the remains of 'Shiri Bibas' to Israel confirmed
The remains of Shiri Bibas, an Israeli hostage killed during a Palestinian attack, were confirmed to have been returned to Israel. His family expressed heartbreak…
Sebastian Gorka Criticizes Delivery of 'Billions of Dollars' to the Islamic Republic
Sebastian Gorka criticized the previous U.S. administration for delivering billions to Iran and praised the current administration's counter-terrorism efforts. He emphasized the need to prevent…
Javid Rahman: Crimes of the Islamic Republic of Iran Against Humanity Documented
Javid Rahman, the former UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, documented crimes against humanity by the Islamic Republic, including extrajudicial executions and targeting…
Israel Says Shiri Bibas' Body Is Not Among Those Delivered
The Israeli army has confirmed that the body of Shiri Bibas is not among those delivered by Hamas, contradicting Hamas's claims. This incident has escalated…
Third Day of CPAC, the Major Conservative Conference in the U.S.
The CPAC conference in Washington is focusing on conservative strategies, with Donald Trump discussing hostage situations related to Hamas and criticizing the Iranian regime. Key…
Political and Financial Obstacles Hinder Artistic Couple Behind the Oscar-Nominated Animation 'In the Shadow of the Cypress'
Hossein Malayemi and Shirin Soohani, creators of the Oscar-nominated animation 'In the Shadow of the Cypress', face significant political and financial challenges that threaten their…
London: The Espionage Charges Against Two British Citizens Are Deeply Concerning
The British Foreign Office has expressed deep concern over espionage charges against two British citizens detained in Iran. The couple, Craig and Lindsey Foreman, were…
Expansion of Cyber Cooperation Between Iran and Hezbollah; A Threat to Regional Security
Iran and Hezbollah have significantly expanded their cyber cooperation, raising international security concerns due to attacks on critical infrastructure and the training of proxy groups.…
Can Saudi Arabia Mediate Between Tehran and Washington?
The article discusses the potential role of Saudi Arabia as a mediator between Iran and the U.S. following the normalization of relations between Iran and…
The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' Campaign Holds the Government Responsible for the 'Suspicious Killing' of a Deceased Student
The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' campaign announced that at least 62 executions occurred in February, condemning the government's actions and expressing solidarity with a deceased…
Marco Rubio: The Islamic Republic Shows No Interest in Agreement
Marco Rubio and Michael Waltz emphasize that the Iranian government shows no interest in diplomatic agreements regarding its nuclear program and continues to support terrorism.…
Iran Condemned by the G7; US Seeks to Cut Moscow-Tehran 'Alliance'
The G7 foreign ministers condemned Iran's military support to Russia and its destabilizing actions in the region during a meeting in Munich. The US aims…
Concerns Over the Situation of Two British Citizens Detained in Iran
Two British citizens, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, have been detained in Iran on unspecified security charges, raising concerns from their families and the British government.…
Protests by Workers, Retirees, and Nurses in Kerman, Mashhad, and Tehran
Protests erupted in Iran as workers, retirees, and nurses in Kerman, Mashhad, and Tehran voiced grievances over unpaid wages, poor working conditions, and lack of…
Grossi: The Islamic Republic is Seeking to Increase 60% Enriched Uranium Production by 'Sevenfold'
Rafael Grossi of the IAEA warned that Iran is significantly increasing its stockpile of 60% enriched uranium, nearing the threshold for nuclear weapons capability. The…
American Lawmakers Call for Europe to Follow 'Maximum Pressure' Campaign Against the Islamic Republic
A bipartisan group of American lawmakers has urged the reinstatement of UN sanctions against Iran, accusing it of nuclear agreement violations. They are calling on…
British Ambassador Meets with Two Detained Citizens in Iran
The British Ambassador in Iran met with two detained British citizens labeled as 'security' suspects by Iranian authorities. The British government has not yet responded…
U.S. Special Envoy: The Islamic Republic Has Taken American Citizens Hostage
Adam Bowler, the U.S. Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs, announced the release of hostages by Belarus, including an American journalist. He criticized the Iranian government…
Levitt: Trump Will Never Allow the Islamic Republic to Access Nuclear Weapons
Caroline Levitt, the White House spokesperson, reiterated that President Trump will not allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons while expressing a desire to negotiate. Despite…
Reactions in Iran to Trump's Proposal for a Nuclear Agreement Continue
Iranian officials continue to reject any negotiations with the U.S., labeling talks with Trump as a 'red line.' Amidst Trump's claims of wanting an agreement,…
Abdolfazl Ghadiani: Khamenei's Job is a Conspiracy Against the Nation, Fabrication, and Lying
Abdolfazl Ghadiani, a political prisoner, criticized Ali Khamenei's regime, calling it a conspiracy against the nation and rejecting the legitimacy of the judiciary. He has…
No One Takes Responsibility for Power Outages; Ministry of Oil and Energy in Conflict
The Iranian Ministry of Energy blames gas shortages for recent power outages, while the Ministry of Oil counters that mismanagement of fuel supplies is the…
Netanyahu: If Hostages Are Not Released by Saturday, Israel Will End Gaza Ceasefire
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has set a deadline for the release of hostages held by Hamas, threatening to end the Gaza ceasefire if they are…
Trump: Hell Will Break Loose If Hamas Does Not Free All Hostages
Donald Trump has threatened that if Hamas does not release all hostages by noon on Saturday, there will be severe consequences. This statement comes amid…
Arrest of Several Christian Citizens in Tehran Province; Their Charges Are Unclear
Several Christian citizens were arrested in Tehran Province without clear charges. Nasser Nord Gol-tappeh and Joseph Shahbazian are among those detained, with Shahbazian having a…
Achievements of 46 Years of Islamic Rule: Dollar at 95,000 Tomans and Gold Coin at 78 Million
The Iranian rial has sharply declined against the US dollar, reaching 95,000 tomans, while gold prices have also surged, causing instability in the financial markets.…
Why Has the Decline in the Value of the Rial Accelerated?
The Iranian rial has sharply declined against the dollar, exacerbated by political tensions between Iran and the US, particularly following Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's rejection…
Price Discrepancy of at Least 'Double' for Fruits and Vegetables Between Markets and Stores
There is a significant price discrepancy for fruits and vegetables between wholesale markets and retail stores in Iran, with prices sometimes doubling. This situation highlights…
Mortazavi Defends His Dark Record; 'I Don't Necessarily Need a Law License'
Saeed Mortazavi, a controversial former prosecutor known for human rights violations, has defended his law license issuance despite widespread protests from lawyers and activists. He…
Donald Trump to 'New York Post': I Prefer to Reach an Agreement Rather Than Bomb Iran
Donald Trump expressed a preference for negotiating a non-nuclear agreement with Iran instead of military action, while Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei rejected any negotiations…
Dollar Reaches 90,000 Tomans; Araqchi: Why Should We Negotiate Again?
The Iranian dollar has reached 90,000 tomans, prompting Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi to reject calls for renewed negotiations with the U.S., citing a lack of…
China is the Largest Buyer of Iranian Oil; Can Trump Change the Situation with Sanctions?
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions targeting individuals and companies facilitating Iranian oil sales to China, aiming to reduce Iran's oil exports to zero. Analysts…
U.S. and Australian Defense Ministers Emphasize Strengthening Cooperation
The U.S. and Australian defense ministers met to reinforce their military alliance, highlighting its importance for global security and regional stability. They discussed trilateral cooperation…
Netanyahu Invites Johnson for a Visit to Israel: We Will Roll Out the Red Carpet
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu invited U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson to visit Israel, promising a warm welcome. This meeting comes as Netanyahu discusses regional…
Syrian Defense Minister: We Are Considering the Possibility of Maintaining Russian Military Bases
The Syrian Defense Minister has indicated that the new government is open to allowing Russian military bases to remain in Syria after Bashar al-Assad's fall,…
After the United States, Italy Also Announced Suspension of Cooperation with UNRWA
Italy has announced it will stop cooperating with UNRWA, following the U.S. decision to withdraw from the organization. This move is part of broader criticisms…
Introduction of 'Phantom Fleet Commanders' by the United Against a Nuclear Iran Organization
The United Against a Nuclear Iran organization has launched a section to track and expose individuals involved in Iran's illegal oil trade, aiming to disrupt…
IRGC Claims: Conversion of Commercial Ship into Drone Carrier Warship
The IRGC announced the addition of a drone carrier warship, claiming it can carry drones and long-range missiles, amidst renewed U.S. pressure on Iran. This…
Netanyahu: Trump's Plan for Gaza is 'Remarkable'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu endorsed Donald Trump's plan for relocating Palestinians from Gaza, calling it a 'remarkable' idea that should be pursued. Trump proposed…
The Islamic Republic Turns to OPEC to Escape U.S. 'Maximum Pressure'
The Iranian government is seeking support from OPEC to counteract U.S. sanctions on its oil exports, following President Trump's renewed emphasis on 'maximum pressure' policies.…
Proposal to Prevent Sale of U.S. Oil Reserves to the Islamic Republic
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators introduced legislation to prohibit the sale of U.S. strategic oil reserves to hostile nations, including the Islamic Republic of…
Experts Warn: 'DeepSik' May Send User Data to Beijing
Experts have raised concerns that the AI 'DeepSik' may transmit user data to the Chinese government, posing a national security threat to the U.S. This…
Ahmed al-Shara: The Presence of Iranian Government Forces in Syria Was a Threat to the Region
Ahmed al-Shara, the interim president of Syria, criticized the Iranian militias' presence in Syria as a regional threat and emphasized the need for improved international…
FBI Offers Reward for Information on Robert Levinson and Two Iranian Intelligence Officers
The FBI has offered a $25 million reward for information on Robert Levinson, a former agent who was abducted in Iran, and named two Iranian…
New York Times: The Islamic Republic is Seeking to 'Rapidly Build' Nuclear Weapons
The New York Times reports that a secret team of Iranian scientists is working to expedite the development of a basic nuclear weapon. This comes…
Qatar: Second Round of Ceasefire Negotiations Between Israel and Hamas to Begin
Qatar's Prime Minister announced uncertainty over the start of the second round of ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, which are crucial for achieving a…