April 2016
Labor Organizations Demand Improvement in Workers' Living Conditions
On International Workers' Day, various labor organizations in Iran called for better living conditions for workers, including fair wages and the abolition of temporary contracts.…
Amazon Suspends Accounts of Several Iranian Officials
Amazon has suspended the accounts of several Iranian officials who made purchases totaling nearly $110,000, citing U.S. sanctions that prohibit such economic activities. This action…
White House: US and Russia's Efforts to Revive Ceasefire Agreement in Syria
The US and Russia are engaging in discussions to revive a ceasefire agreement in Syria, particularly focusing on halting conflicts in Aleppo. This effort comes…
The U.S. Calls for the Release of Kaboudvand and Imprisoned Journalists in Iran
The U.S. State Department has called for the release of journalist Mohammad Sadiq Kaboudvand and all imprisoned journalists in Iran, citing his long imprisonment and…
Bloomberg Writer Criticizes 'Overconfidence' in Zarif
Eli Lake criticizes John Kerry's overconfidence in Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, arguing that Zarif's intentions differ from those of the U.S. in resolving…
Zarif: The Holocaust Cartoon Contest is Not Related to the Iranian Government
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif claims the government does not support or control Holocaust cartoon contests, comparing them to the Ku Klux Klan in the U.S.…
Ejei: The Police's Unseen Patrols Are Correct, But Their Method Is Debatable
Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, the spokesperson for Iran's judiciary, acknowledged the police's initiative to address visible crimes through unseen patrols but criticized their methods and the…
Here You Go, Sit or Lie Down? A Look at the Rhetoric of a Leader
The article examines the increasingly derogatory and insulting language used by Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, in his public statements. It questions…
Ahmad Alavi: Decrease in Inflation Rate Does Not Mean Cheaper Goods
The inflation rate in Iran has decreased to 10.8%, but economic expert Ahmad Alavi warns that this does not mean goods are cheaper. He highlights…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-154
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including Trump's statements regarding military options and executions in Iran. It highlights the responsibility…
Rohani Refers to Unseen Patrols: Human Dignity Precedes Religion
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the importance of human dignity over religious mandates while addressing the implementation of moral security patrols in Tehran. His comments…
Iran Faces 'Finding Ships' Challenge for Increasing Oil Exports
Iran is facing challenges in finding tankers for its increasing oil exports due to the condition of its fleet and ongoing international reluctance to engage…
US: North Korea Can Learn from Iran's Nuclear Agreement
US Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken indicated that North Korea could learn from Iran's nuclear agreement with global powers, which involved halting parts of…
Iran, the JCPOA, and the 'Big Boss'
The article discusses the ongoing debate in Iran regarding the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and its implications for the country's economy and international…
Waste, Corruption, Privilege, and Ambition in Iran
The Iranian parliament is examining a massive budget amidst concerns over inefficiency and corruption in government spending. The article outlines various areas of waste, including…
Debate: Did the Iran Nuclear Deal Make Iran a Winner or a Loser?
A debate in London examined whether the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) has strengthened or weakened Iran's national security and regional relations. Farrokh Negahdar argues it…
UN's Request to Iran to Halt Executions of Drug Offenders
The UN has urged Iran to stop executing drug offenders while laws regarding such punishments are reconsidered. Iran remains one of the top countries for…
New Internet Identifier 'krd.' for Iraqi Kurdistan
The Kurds have established a new internet domain identifier 'krd.' for their online presence, which has drawn criticism, particularly from the Iranian government. This identifier…
UN: Iran Should Halt Executions of Drug Traffickers Until Parliament Decides
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called on Iran to stop executing drug traffickers until the parliament decides on related laws, citing the…
Rafsanjani, Rouhani, and Class Divide
The article discusses the widening class divide in Iran, highlighting the stark contrast between the wealthy elite and the struggling poor amidst economic sanctions and…
Uncertain Fate of the Subsidy Law
The Iranian parliament has approved a resolution to reduce the number of subsidy recipients, targeting the wealthiest income deciles. Economists and officials express concerns about…
Government: Over Seven Million More Will No Longer Receive Cash Subsidies
The Iranian government announced that over seven million individuals will lose their cash subsidies due to a parliamentary decision to cut subsidies for the wealthiest…
Italian Prime Minister to Visit Iran with a Delegation of 250
Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi is set to visit Iran with a large delegation, marking the first visit by a European leader since the nuclear…
How Much Control Do You Have Over Your Four Walls?
The article discusses the concept of privacy in Iran, questioning the extent of governmental interference in citizens' private lives. It highlights the President's statement on…
2016: The Beginning of the Missile Crisis
The article discusses the transition from Iran's nuclear crisis to a new missile crisis beginning in 2016, highlighting the IRGC's missile tests and the international…
Is the Current Trend of Executions in Iran, Mainly Targeting Drug Traffickers, Effective in the Fight Against Drugs?
A poll questioned the effectiveness of Iran's ongoing executions of drug traffickers in combating drug-related issues. The majority of respondents (84%) believe these executions are…
IRNA: Telegram Filters 50 Iranian 'Immoral' Channels
Telegram has blocked 50 Iranian channels deemed 'immoral' as part of efforts to purify the platform in Iran. The Iranian judiciary has been trying to…
Air France Flight Attendants Protest Mandatory Hijab in Iran
Female flight attendants from Air France are protesting a new requirement to wear hijab when entering Iran. The directive comes as Air France prepares to…