July 2024
Chamber of Commerce Member: Iran's Non-Oil Trade Deficit Unprecedented Since 2011
Iran's non-oil trade deficit reached $16 billion last year, the highest since 2011, prompting government manipulation of export statistics. Key factors include U.S. sanctions, banking…
Unprecedented Drop in Tehran Stock Exchange; Killing of Haniyeh Disrupts Markets, Dollar Hits 61,000 Tomans
Ismail Haniyeh, a key Hamas leader, was killed in Tehran, leading to a significant drop in the Tehran Stock Exchange and a surge in the…
Shervin Hajipour, the protesting singer, announces confirmation of his prison sentence
Shervin Hajipour, an Iranian singer known for his protest song 'Baraye', has had his prison sentence confirmed by an appeals court. He faces 3 years…
Shervin Hajipour: I Have Been Summoned to Prison to Serve My Sentence
Shervin Hajipour, an Iranian singer known for his protest song "Baraye," has been summoned to serve a 3-year and 8-month prison sentence for allegedly inciting…
Exclusive | Four Political Prisoners in Qazalhessar Stage Sit-in with Slogan 'The Executing Government Must Be Overthrown'
Four political prisoners in Qazalhessar prison are staging a sit-in to protest executions and show solidarity with female political prisoners in Evin. They demand the…
Deteriorating Health of Two Political Prisoners After Eight Days of Hunger Strike in Lakan Prison, Rasht
Hafez Forouhi and Manouchehr Fallah, two political prisoners in Iran, are in critical health after eight days of hunger strike protesting their detention conditions. They…
50% Increase in the Number of Electric Vehicles Used Worldwide
A report from Germany indicates a 50% increase in electric vehicle usage worldwide, with China leading the way. In contrast, Iran struggles with inadequate infrastructure…
New Regulations for Hiring University Faculty; Participation in Protests or Signing Anti-Regime Statements Prevents Employment
The Iranian government has implemented new hiring regulations for university faculty that prohibit individuals associated with protests or anti-regime activities from being employed. This move…
Farhikhtegan Newspaper Confirms 'Low Attendance' at Mandatory Hijab Supporters' Gathering
The Farhikhtegan newspaper confirmed that a recent gathering supporting mandatory hijab in Tehran was poorly attended, contradicting claims of a large turnout. This acknowledgment highlights…
Sepideh Roshno: The Islamic Republic, like any other totalitarian regime, is deeply afraid of narrators
Sepideh Roshno, a civil activist and opponent of compulsory hijab, has been summoned to serve a prison sentence, prompting the American PEN Association to publish…
Preventing Families of Executed Individuals from Entering Khavaran; Authorities Blocked the Entrance
Government forces in Iran blocked families of political prisoners executed in the 1980s from entering Khavaran cemetery to commemorate their loved ones. This incident highlights…
American PEN Calls on Writers Worldwide to Speak Up for Sepideh Rashno and Imprisoned Authors
The American PEN Association has called on global writers to advocate for Sepideh Rashno, an imprisoned Iranian author protesting mandatory hijab. Rashno's writings highlight the…
Rocket Attack on Ain al-Assad Airbase in Iraq Remains Casualty-Free
Multiple rockets were fired at Ain al-Assad Airbase in Iraq, where U.S. forces are stationed, but no casualties occurred. This incident follows a military meeting…
Israel Announces Return of Bodies of Five Hostages Killed by Hamas
Israel has returned the bodies of five citizens killed by Hamas during a terrorist attack on October 7. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant…
Katz Warns: Iran's 'Proxy Terrorists' Seeking to Attack Israeli Athletes at the Olympics
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz warned of a potential Iranian-backed terrorist plot against Israeli athletes at the Paris Olympics. He commended France's security measures and…
A Senior Republican Senator's Proposal to Counter Iranian Oil Buyers
Senator Lindsey Graham has proposed a new law to impose tariffs on goods from countries buying oil from Iran, aiming to weaken Iran's oil revenue.…
New Wave of Israeli Attacks in Gaza Coincides with Netanyahu's Visit to the U.S.
Israeli forces have intensified attacks in Gaza, coinciding with Netanyahu's visit to the U.S., resulting in significant casualties among Palestinians. The situation escalates tensions in…
Interior Minister Says '23,000 Activists' Have Been Mobilized to Enforce Mandatory Hijab
Iran's Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi announced the mobilization of 23,000 individuals to enforce mandatory hijab laws, which have been met with violence since their implementation…
Sudden Halt of Iran's Electricity Exports to Iraq
Iran has abruptly halted its electricity exports to Iraq, coinciding with Turkey's new electricity exports to the same country. This has led to significant blackouts…
Resignation of the Head of the U.S. Secret Service; Joe Biden Appreciates Kimberly Cheatle's Service
Kimberly Cheatle resigned as head of the U.S. Secret Service after acknowledging a failure in the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. President Joe…
Iran Customs Reduces Import Duties on iPhones from 100% to 15%
Iran has significantly reduced import duties on iPhones from 100% to 15%, aiming to alleviate the financial burden on consumers amid rising mobile phone prices.…
Mohammad Habibi Sentenced to Imprisonment for Protesting Serial Poisoning of Students
Mohammad Habibi, a teacher and union activist, has been sentenced to over six months in prison for protesting against the serial poisoning of schoolgirls in…
US Warns Citizens on Tenth Anniversary of Jason Rezaian's Arrest: Do Not Travel to Iran
On the tenth anniversary of Jason Rezaian's arrest, the US government warns its citizens against traveling to Iran due to the risk of arbitrary detention…
Execution of 'Davood Barahoui' and 'Mahdi Aliakbari' in Qazalhasar Prison; Despite 'First Criminal Record' for Drug Offenses
Two prisoners, Davood Barahoui and Mahdi Aliakbari, were executed in Qazalhasar Prison despite having their first criminal records related to drug offenses. Their executions have…
Prince Reza Pahlavi: Iranian Workers' Rights Are Spent on Terrorists in Iraq, Yemen, Gaza, and Lebanon
Prince Reza Pahlavi criticized the Iranian government for misusing national wealth to support terrorism instead of addressing the plight of unemployed workers. Recent protests by…
Iranian Oil Tanker Carrying Two Million Barrels Catches Fire After Collision Near Singapore
An Iranian oil tanker, 'Sirius 1,' carrying two million barrels of crude oil to China caught fire after colliding with another tanker near Singapore. This…
Donald Trump Officially Accepted the Republican Party Nomination for the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Donald Trump officially accepted the Republican nomination for the 2024 presidential election, emphasizing unity and promising to end international crises, including conflicts in Ukraine and…
Argentinian President Calls Iranian Government 'Terrorist' and Promises Justice in AMIA Case
Argentinian President Javier Milei condemned the Iranian government as 'terrorist' during the 30th anniversary of the AMIA bombing, promising to pursue justice after decades of…
Argentinian President Promises to Change Laws for Trial of Iranian Officials in Connection with AMIA Bombing
Argentina's President Javier Milei announced plans to change laws to allow for the trial of Iranian officials linked to the 1994 AMIA bombing, which killed…
Three More Women's Rights Activists Arrested in Rasht to Serve Prison Sentences
Three women's rights activists were arrested in Rasht, Iran, to serve prison sentences related to their activism. This follows the arrest of six other activists…
Security Forces Shot and Killed One Person Near the Republican National Convention
A police shooting occurred in Milwaukee near the Republican National Convention, resulting in one death. This incident follows Donald Trump's nomination as the Republican candidate…
400 Iranian Trucks Stranded in Afghanistan
400 Iranian trucks carrying Iraqi diesel are stranded in Afghanistan due to Taliban authorities rejecting the cargo as substandard. The situation has led to diplomatic…
A Member of the Chamber of Commerce: The Islamic Republic Faces a 'Shortage of Foreign Currency' Due to Inefficiency
A member of the Iranian Chamber of Commerce has highlighted a significant shortage of foreign currency in the country, attributing it to government inefficiency and…
Leili Rashidi's Passport and Belongings Seized at Airport
Leili Rashidi, an actress, had her passport and belongings confiscated by security agents at the airport upon returning to Iran from a trip. Her mother,…
Oil tanker released by the Islamic Republic anchors in Oman
The oil tanker 'Advantage Sweet', seized by Iran over a year ago, has been released and is now docked in Oman. This release follows a…
Azerbaijan Embassy in Iran Resumes Operations
Azerbaijan's embassy in Iran has resumed operations at a new location after a previous attack that killed one staff member. The reopening follows an agreement…
Arrest of Mojgan Salmanzadeh, Bahá'í Researcher, in Makoo
Mojgan Salmanzadeh, a Bahá'í researcher, was arrested in Makoo after traveling there to cope with the recent loss of her parents. Despite assurances from judicial…
Netanyahu: I am not 'completely sure' about the death of Mohammed Deif; this attack sent a deterrent message to the Iranian government
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed uncertainty about the death of Hamas leader Mohammed Deif following an airstrike in Khan Younis, claiming it sent a…
Why Iran's Electricity Shortage Gets Worse Every Year?
Iran is facing a severe electricity shortage this summer, estimated at 14,000 megawatts, leading to blackouts and industrial limitations. The government has failed to meet…
The Roosevelt Task Force Enters the Area Covered by the U.S. Fifth Fleet
The USS Theodore Roosevelt task force has arrived in the area covered by the U.S. Fifth Fleet to promote stability and protect commerce amid rising…
The Oil Tanker Released by the Islamic Republic is on its Way to the Port of Sohar, Oman
The 'Advantage Sweet' oil tanker, seized by Iran over a year ago, is now heading to Oman following its release. This event is tied to…
Putin Says He is Confident That Tehran-Moscow Relations Will Expand Under Iran's New Government
Vladimir Putin expressed confidence that Iran-Russia relations will continue to grow under the new presidency of Masoud Pezeshkian during a meeting with Iranian Parliament Speaker…
Join the Data-Driven Journalism Team at Radio Farda
Radio Farda is seeking new members for its data-driven journalism team to analyze Iranian government data and produce in-depth reports. The position offers flexible hours…
U.S. National Intelligence Agency Warns of Cyber Campaign by Islamic Republic to Exploit Gaza War
The U.S. National Intelligence Agency has warned that the Iranian government is attempting to exploit protests against the Gaza war through cyber activities. Avril Haines…
What Do the Detailed Statistics of Voters in the 1403 Elections Indicate?
The Iranian presidential elections saw a significant voter boycott, with over 60% of eligible voters abstaining, reflecting widespread discontent with the electoral process. Masoud Pezeshkian…
Roya Sabat's Life is in Danger in Prison
Roya Sabat, a Baha'i citizen, is reportedly in critical condition in Iranian detention, facing health risks and uncertain legal status. Her arrest is believed to…
Mahvash Sabet, Bahai Prisoner, Deprived of Phone Contact and Family Visits by Court Order
Mahvash Sabet, a Bahai prisoner in Iran, has been denied phone contact and family visits by a court order, allegedly due to media coverage of…
Mohsen Barahani, Lawyer, Arrested on Charges of 'Spreading Falsehoods to Disturb Public Opinion'
Mohsen Barahani, a suspended law professor and supporter of government voting in Iran, was arrested on charges of spreading falsehoods to disturb public opinion. His…
Islamic Republic's Interests Office in Washington: We Filed a Complaint Against VOA Regarding 'Elections'
The Islamic Republic's Interests Office in Washington has filed a complaint against VOA, claiming that a journalist attempted to disrupt government elections in the U.S.…
Hossein Ronaghi Responds to Government Elections on July 15: 'The Second 'No' Was Much Louder'
Hossein Ronaghi criticized the Iranian government's elections held on July 15, stating that the public's rejection of the regime is growing louder. He emphasized the…
Swedish Diplomat Recalls His Time in Prison in Iran
Johan Flodros, a Swedish diplomat, was released from Iranian prison after 800 days and recounted his harrowing experiences during captivity. He proposed to his boyfriend…
Rana, Sister of Mujahid Korkor, Arrested in Tehran
Rana Korkor, sister of political prisoner Mujahid Korkor, was arrested by security forces in Tehran. This incident highlights the ongoing repression of families of political…
Ahmad-Reza Jalali's Wife Expresses 'Disappointment' After Meeting with Swedish Foreign Minister
Ahmad-Reza Jalali's wife expressed disappointment after a meeting with the Swedish Foreign Minister aimed at securing her husband's release from death row in Iran. Jalali,…
Sediqe Vosoughi: Participating in the 'Entirely Engineered' Elections of the Islamic Republic is a Step into a Dead End
Sediqe Vosoughi criticized the engineered nature of elections in the Islamic Republic and called for a new transformative movement in Iran. She emphasized that the…
The U.S. Does Not Expect Fundamental Changes in Iran After the Elections
The U.S. has stated it does not expect any significant changes in Iran following the presidential elections, citing the lack of fairness in the electoral…
Informed Source to VOA: Zartosht Ahmadi Raghab Transferred to Solitary Confinement for Boycotting 'Sham Elections'
Zartosht Ahmadi Raghab, a political prisoner, was transferred to solitary confinement for boycotting the Iranian elections and announced a hunger strike in protest. His actions…
2024 Elections; Clash Between Opponents and 'Proponents of Voting' Outside Iran
A clash has erupted between opponents of the Islamic Republic and those who participated in the early presidential elections outside Iran, with boycotters filming and…