January 2015
Iran's Foreign Minister Summoned to Parliament Again
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is summoned to Parliament to answer questions from lawmakers, following criticism from a German official regarding human rights in…
Closure of 'Violating' Exchange Offices in Tehran
The Central Bank of Iran has closed several unlicensed exchange offices in Tehran, citing new regulations that require proper licensing and regular reporting of currency…
AFC Rejects Iran's Protest
The AFC has rejected Iran's protest regarding the eligibility of Iraqi player Ala Abdul Zahra, who is alleged to have a doping history. As a…
Deployment of an Iranian Artillery Group in the West to Counter ISIS
The Iranian army has deployed the 33rd artillery group to Kurdistan to counter ISIS threats following their proximity to the Iranian border. This move reflects…
Rouhani's Call to Condemn Hostile Shia and Sunni Channels
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for a unified condemnation of television channels that incite division between Shia and Sunni Muslims. His remarks follow the…
Who is 'Bikare' and What is 'Bikaregi'?
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Cooperatives reports that over seven million Iranians are classified as 'bikare', meaning they are neither employed nor seeking work. Sociologist…