March 2017
Decline of Iranian Household Welfare
The article discusses the decline in Iranian household welfare despite an increase in welfare expenditures as a percentage of the government's public budget from 2008…
Khamenei and the 'Illusion' of Extraordinary Services
Ali Khamenei, the leader of the Islamic Republic, presented statistics to highlight the regime's achievements, claiming significant advancements in various sectors. However, the article critiques…
Rouhani Defends Government's Economic Performance Again
President Hassan Rouhani defended his government's economic performance, claiming unprecedented achievements in growth and job creation, while calling for better supervision of imports. His remarks…
Earth Hour: Turn Off the Lights!
Earth Hour is an international campaign aimed at raising awareness about climate change and energy conservation, celebrated globally, including in Iran since 2011. The initiative…
Challenges of Iran's Economy in 1396
Iran's economy faces significant challenges as it heads into 1396, including oil dependency, political risks from upcoming elections, and a troubled banking system. These factors…
Luxembourg Court Judge Rejects Iran's Request to Dismiss Compensation Claims
A Luxembourg court judge has denied Iran's request to dismiss compensation claims from families of September 11 victims, related to $1.6 billion in blocked Iranian…
Lawyer for Levinson Family Says They Have Filed a Lawsuit Against Iran
The family of Robert Levinson, a retired FBI agent who disappeared in Iran ten years ago, has filed a lawsuit against the Iranian government, seeking…
Yahya Al-Ishaq: 45 Million Iranians Are in Economic Hardship
Yahya Al-Ishaq, head of the Iran-Iraq Chamber of Commerce, reports that 45 million Iranians are facing economic hardship due to a significant decline in per…
Invitation to Women to Register for Council Elections
The Reformist Women's Assembly is urging qualified women to register for upcoming council elections in Iran, emphasizing the importance of women's participation in governance. Mohammad…
Ali Larijani: Corruption in the Islamic Republic is not Systematic
Ali Larijani, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, claims that while corruption exists in Iran's administrative system, it is not systematic or organized. This statement…
Praise and Love Play with Death: Why and How?
The article discusses the Iranian government's emphasis on death and mourning in public life, contrasting it with the potential for joy and celebration. It highlights…
The Ceremony Called 'Foolishness'; A Celebration That Became a Battlefield
The Chaharshanbe Suri celebration, once a cherished ancient tradition in Iran, has been condemned by religious leaders and has transformed into a site of conflict…
Dozens of Human Rights Organizations Call for Extension of UN Special Rapporteur's Mandate on Human Rights in Iran
41 human rights organizations are urging the UN Human Rights Council to extend the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, highlighting…
Minimum Wage for Workers in Iran Increased by 14.5%
The Supreme Labor Council of Iran has raised the minimum wage for workers by 14.5% to 930,000 tomans, despite labor organizations demanding higher wages due…
Asma Jahangir: Iranian Officials Did Not Challenge the Information in the Report
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran, presented her first report to the UN Human Rights Council, highlighting severe human rights…
Nationwide Gathering of Active and Retired Teachers in Iran Across Several Cities
On March 10, hundreds of active and retired teachers protested in front of the Iranian Parliament, demanding better salaries, timely retirement bonuses, and the release…
Zarif: We Have No Restrictions on Negotiating with the US Within the Framework of the JCPOA
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif stated that there are no restrictions on negotiations with the US regarding the JCPOA, despite not having met with…
Annual Report by the U.S. State Department; Criticism of Human Rights Violations in Iran
The U.S. State Department's 2016 human rights report criticized Iran for severe restrictions on civil liberties and ongoing human rights violations. Rex Tillerson emphasized the…
Iran, Drugs, and Money Laundering; Strategic Report by the U.S. State Department
The U.S. State Department's annual report highlights Iran as a major transit route for drug trafficking and money laundering, citing corruption and an underground economy.…