May 2018
Meeting with Mohammad Ali Mansouri
Mohammad Ali Mansouri has been imprisoned for 11 years on charges related to his support for the People's Mujahedin of Iran, despite claims from his…
Writers' Association: Friday's Raid Indicates Intensification of Government Repressive Actions
The Iranian Writers' Association condemned a security raid that disrupted their 50th anniversary celebration in Tehran, calling it a violation of basic rights. They urged…
Workers: The Outlook of Strikes, the Nature of Protests
Recent months have seen a series of labor strikes in Iran, notably by truck drivers, leading to a government promise to increase fares by up…
U.S. House of Representatives: Military Action Against Iran Requires Congressional Approval
The U.S. House of Representatives passed an amendment requiring congressional approval for military action against Iran, reflecting a reluctance for war among lawmakers. This comes…
Can the Iranian government permanently block VPNs?
Recent discussions in Iran revolve around the government's attempts to block VPNs and the implications for internet access. Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi, the Minister of…
Kalantari: There is no evidence of espionage by environmental activists
Isa Kalantari, head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization, stated that there is no evidence against detained environmental activists, suggesting their release. This comes amid ongoing…
Pompeo to Announce His 'Roadmap' Regarding Iran on Monday
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo plans to unveil a diplomatic roadmap to pressure Iran into negotiations on Monday, seeking support from European allies. This…
Iran's LGBTQ+ Community: Where the Rainbow is Black and White
The article discusses the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, highlighting the struggles of LGBTQ+ individuals in Iran. It emphasizes the harsh realities faced…
The U.S. is forming a global 'coalition' against the Iranian government
The U.S. is forming a global coalition against the Iranian government, aiming to unite countries that view Iran's actions realistically. This initiative follows the U.S.…
Reaction of the Assembly of Experts to the US Withdrawal from the JCPOA: Rouhani Should Apologize
The Assembly of Experts in Iran has demanded President Rouhani apologize for the perceived failures of the JCPOA, stating that Khamenei only accepted the deal…
Iran's Three Options Regarding the US Withdrawal from the JCPOA
After the US withdrawal from the JCPOA, Iranian officials are evaluating their response while European leaders reaffirm their commitment to the agreement. Economic experts suggest…
Iran's Government: Europe Must Unconditionally Fulfill Its Commitments Regarding the JCPOA
The Iranian government has called on European countries to fulfill their commitments under the JCPOA unconditionally following the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement. This comes…
Reasons for Rouhani's Cautious Reaction to the U.S. Withdrawal from the Nuclear Agreement
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani has chosen to remain in the nuclear agreement despite the U.S. withdrawal and threats of renewed sanctions. This cautious approach reflects…
Netanyahu: It is better to confront Iran now than later
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for an immediate confrontation with Iran, accusing it of threatening Israel through military actions in Syria. This statement…
Dollar and Euro Prices Rise in Iran's Free Market; Gold Coin Exceeds Two Million Tomans
The prices of the US dollar and euro in Iran's free market have surged, with the dollar reaching 6,300 tomans and the euro 7,500 tomans…
Russia Views Possible US Exit from JCPOA as Strengthening Relations with Iran
Russia's Yermakov stated that a potential US exit from the JCPOA would not end the agreement and could strengthen economic ties with Iran. Iran's leadership…
Iran's Negative Trade Balance with the U.S. Increases
Iran's trade deficit with the U.S. has widened as exports to the U.S. fell by 45% while imports surged by 57%. This shift occurs amid…
New Protest Campaign in Iran with #HundredThousandTalkingBanknotes
A new protest campaign in Iran, marked by the hashtag #HundredThousandTalkingBanknotes, involves citizens writing anti-government slogans on banknotes to express dissent and bypass censorship. This…