August 2018
Minister of Intelligence: Dozens of Spies Arrested in Various Institutions
Iran's Minister of Intelligence announced the arrest of dozens of spies within government institutions, emphasizing the success of counter-espionage efforts. The arrests reflect ongoing tensions…
Either Khamenei is Removed and the Parliament is Inept, or the IRGC Must Exit Politics and Economics
The article critiques the concept of Velayat-e Faqih and argues for the separation of religion from government in Iran. It emphasizes the need for reformists…
F-5 Fighter Jet Crash in Dezful Results in Pilot's Death
An F-5 fighter jet crash in Dezful led to the death of pilot Manoochehr Fattahi and injuries to another pilot. The incident highlights ongoing issues…
News Summary for Monday, August 20
On August 20, 2018, Iranian judiciary chief Sadeq Larijani announced the arrest of 120 individuals for economic corruption amid ongoing currency market fluctuations. Additionally, efforts…
IRGC Commander: We Told Yemenis to Strike Two Saudi Oil Tankers and They Did
A senior IRGC commander claimed that Iran instructed Yemeni rebels to attack two Saudi oil tankers, which they did. This incident highlights Iran's influence in…
Ghasemi: We Are Not Afraid of Negotiation, It Is Unlikely Trump Is Willing to Negotiate
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahram Ghasemi stated that Iran is not afraid of negotiations but doubts Trump's willingness to engage. He described Trump's proposal as…
Meeting with Pouria Noori
Pouria Noori, a 27-year-old cinema photographer and member of the Gonabadi Dervishes, is currently imprisoned in Tehran after being arrested during clashes with security forces.…
Meeting with Sepideh Moradi
Sepideh Moradi, a 24-year-old Gonabadi dervish from Shiraz, was arrested during clashes with security forces in Tehran in March 2018. She was expelled from her…
U.S. Secretary of State: Iran's Commitment to Behavioral Change is the Criterion for the Value of Dialogue
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo emphasized that Iran's commitment to changing its behavior is essential for any meaningful dialogue with the U.S. President Donald…
The Inner Circle of Rouhani Faces Opposition from the IRGC and the Public
The IRGC's commander, Aziz Jafari, has openly criticized President Rouhani's economic management, calling for the replacement of weak officials amid growing public dissatisfaction. This reflects…