January 2017
Stricter Regulations on the Exit Ban for Bank Debtors from Iran
The Central Bank of Iran has tightened regulations on bank debtors, prohibiting them from leaving the country for any reason, including medical treatment and pilgrimage.…
Fire at Tondgouyan Refinery in Southern Tehran; 'No Casualties Reported'
A fire at the Tondgouyan refinery in southern Tehran resulted in the loss of 400,000 liters of crude oil but no casualties. The cause was…
Window; Continued Arrests of Journalists and Civil Activists in Iran
In recent days, several journalists and civil activists have been arrested in Iran despite international condemnation. Key figures include Zeinab Karimiann and Tahereh Riahi, among…
Rouhani: The Era of Walls Between Nations is Over
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani declared that the era of walls between nations is over, criticizing the recent U.S. travel ban on Iranian citizens enacted by…
Rescue Operations Continue at Plasco Building; Victim Count Reaches 15
The Plasco building collapse in Tehran has resulted in 15 confirmed deaths, including 11 firefighters. Rescue operations are ongoing, and there are significant criticisms regarding…
35% of Tehran's Children Suffer from Coughing, Wheezing, and Shortness of Breath
A recent study reveals that over 35% of children in Tehran experience respiratory issues, with asthma prevalence rising significantly in Iran, attributed mainly to air…
Danish Ambassador Summoned Following 'Assault on Iranian Embassy' in Copenhagen
The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the Danish ambassador following an assault on its embassy in Copenhagen by four individuals described as anti-revolutionary. This incident highlights…
Fire at Plasco Building in Tehran
The Plasco building in Tehran, a significant commercial complex, caught fire on January 30, leading to extensive firefighting efforts. No injuries have been reported so…
Six Killed in Attack by 'Repeat Offender' in Arak
A shooting in Arak resulted in six deaths, including a police officer, and several injuries. The assailants were reportedly a repeat offender and his accomplice,…
Cause of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani's Death Announced as 'Cardiac Arrest'
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, a key figure in Iran's Islamic Republic, died from cardiac arrest, with reports indicating a lack of medical support at the time…
Are Marriage Laws in Iran Being Formulated to Meet the Sexual Needs of Children?
Zahra Ayatollahi, head of the Women's Cultural Council, has called for attention to the sexual needs of children as early marriages increase in Iran. She…