March 2018
Interim Friday Prayer Leader Responds to Ahvaz Protests: The Action of State TV Was Unintentional
Protests erupted in Khuzestan after a state television program neglected to include Arab attire among representations of Iranian ethnicities. The interim Friday prayer leader of…
Iraqi Defense Ministry Denies Arrival of Two Israeli Jets in Iranian Airspace
The Iraqi Defense Ministry has denied claims that Israeli F-35 jets violated Iraqi airspace to reach Iran, following a report from a Kuwaiti newspaper. Russian…
Activities of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Agro-Industry Suspended Until Further Notice
The Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Agro-Industry has temporarily suspended operations due to ongoing worker protests over unpaid wages. CEO Omid Asadbik cited irresponsible actions by certain…
The Twists and Turns of the JCPOA in 1396
The JCPOA, an agreement between Iran and world powers, faced increased scrutiny in 1396 due to U.S. President Donald Trump's administration focusing on Iran's missile…
Vahid Tizfahm, a Leader of the Baha'i Community in Iran, Released from Prison After 10 Years
Vahid Tizfahm, a prominent leader of the Baha'i community in Iran, was released from prison after serving ten years for charges widely criticized as politically…
25 Years Imprisonment for Iranian-American for Attempting to Send Missiles to Iran
Reza Olangian, an Iranian-American, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for attempting to send missiles and aircraft parts to Iran. The case highlights ongoing…
Surge in Gasoline Consumption in Iran
Iran's gasoline consumption has surged by 8% this year, reaching an average of 80.2 million liters per day, marking the highest increase in over a…
Donald Trump Extends 'National Emergency' Regarding Iran
Donald Trump has extended the national emergency regarding Iran for another year, citing ongoing threats from Iranian policies and actions. This extension continues a long-standing…
Clashes During Student Protests at Amir Kabir University
Students at Amir Kabir University protested against recent arrests and sentences of fellow students, leading to clashes with security forces. The protests reflect growing discontent…
Latest Report by Asma Jahangir and the Conversion of Mohammad Ali Taheri's Death Sentence to Imprisonment
Asma Jahangir's final report on human rights in Iran highlights severe violations by the Iranian government, including the detention of activists and mistreatment in prisons.…
Criticism of Suppression and Torture of Opponents in Asma Jahangir's Latest Report on Iran
The UN's latest human rights report on Iran, prepared by Asma Jahangir shortly before her death, highlights ongoing suppression, torture, and arbitrary detentions of political…