January 2017
Head of the Court of Audit: Astronomical Salaries Returned to the Treasury
The head of Iran's Court of Audit announced that 397 individuals returned a total of 23.3 billion tomans in unconventional salaries to the government treasury.…
Does the Clerical Regime Leave Room for Judicial Independence?
Ayatollah Khamenei defended the judiciary's independence while simultaneously undermining it, claiming that enemies aim to destroy the Islamic Republic. The article argues that true judicial…
Closure of 160,000 'Corruption and Heresy' Internet Channels in the Past Year
The Iranian government has closed over 160,000 online channels deemed corrupt and heretical, citing the need to protect youth from cultural bombardment. The IRGC has…
Esteghlal Tehran Defeated by Esteghlal Khuzestan in Tehran
Esteghlal Khuzestan defeated Esteghlal Tehran 2-1 in a match held without spectators due to disciplinary actions. Esteghlal's loss puts them in fifth place, while Khuzestan…
The Meaning of the Funeral of Hashemi Rafsanjani
Hashemi Rafsanjani's funeral attracted a significant crowd, reflecting his complex legacy in Iranian politics. Despite years of criticism and organized attacks against him, the turnout…
Ayatollah Khamenei: Everyone Should Appreciate an Independent and Brave Judiciary
Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized the importance of an independent judiciary while criticizing the U.S. and Britain for planning to impose restrictions after the nuclear agreement. He…
Nazanin Zaghari's Husband: Many IRGC Members Attended the Re-examination Session of Her Case
Nazanin Zaghari's re-examination hearing was held with significant IRGC presence but without her family. She is serving a five-year sentence for alleged actions against national…