May 2016
Mohammad Reza Hadadi on the Brink of Execution
Mohammad Reza Hadadi, a 28-year-old on death row, is facing imminent execution despite being arrested at 15 for a crime he claims he was coerced…
Concern Over the Health of Maryam Naqash Zargar, Imprisoned Christian
Maryam Naqash Zargar, a Christian convert imprisoned in Iran, is on a hunger strike protesting her lack of medical care and legal rights. Her health…
Transfer of 47 Iranian Citizens Imprisoned in Kuwait to Iran
Kuwait has repatriated 47 Iranian citizens imprisoned in its country to serve the remainder of their sentences in Iran as part of a bilateral agreement.…
U.S. House of Representatives Votes to Ban Purchase of Heavy Water from Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to prohibit the purchase of heavy water from Iran, with 251 representatives in favor and 168 against. This…
Saudi Arabia Evaluates Negotiations with Iran on Hajj as 'Positive'
Saudi Arabia's Deputy Minister of Hajj described negotiations with Iran regarding Iranian pilgrims as positive, despite previous accusations from Iran of Saudi obstruction. The discussions…
Recent Arrests in 'Cleaning Up Single Homes' and 'Night Parties' in Semnan and Kerman
Recent police operations in Iran have led to the arrest of numerous individuals involved in mixed-gender parties and the use of single homes for illicit…
Chabahar Agreement
The Iranian government has mandated oversight of public officials' salaries following public outrage over excessive payments. Meanwhile, a trilateral agreement involving Iran, India, and Afghanistan…
Khamenei Calls for Resolution of Water Issues Between Iran and Afghanistan
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei emphasized the need to resolve water disputes with Afghanistan during meetings with Afghan President Ghani and Indian Prime Minister Modi.…
AMIA Investigator Judge 'May Have Been Forced to Commit Suicide'
Argentine officials have suggested that Alberto Nisman, the judge investigating the AMIA bombing, may have been forced to commit suicide, raising new questions about his…
Official Start of Iran's Withdrawal of Complaint Against Russia Over S-300
Iran has officially begun the process of withdrawing its complaint against Russia regarding the S-300 missile system, with Russia confirming the delivery of 'about one…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-158
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements regarding…
Human Rights Organizations: Europe Should Demand Iran to Cancel Sentences of 32 Baha'is
Ten human rights organizations are urging the European Union to demand the cancellation of prison sentences for 32 Baha'i citizens in Iran, citing severe torture…
The U.S. Calls for the Release of Seven Bahá'í Leaders Imprisoned in Iran Again
The U.S. has called on Iran to release seven Bahá'í leaders imprisoned for eight years on charges including espionage and propaganda. This demand highlights ongoing…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-157
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the implications of U.S. President Trump's statements on military options against Iran and…
Kerry: The Business Sector Uses Sanctions as an Excuse to Avoid Dealing with Iran
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry criticized the business sector for using U.S. sanctions as an excuse to avoid dealing with Iran, stating that Iran…
Rouhani: People Will Learn of Past Officials' Negligence in the Two Billion Dollar Case
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani criticized former officials for their negligence regarding the seizure of two billion dollars of Iranian assets in the U.S. and announced…
Uncertain Reform Process in Iraq and New Challenges for Iran
Protests in Iraq's Green Zone have led to increased security concerns, particularly with the influx of Shia pilgrims. A suicide bombing has exacerbated the situation,…