January 2016
Member of the Budget and Planning Commission: $40 Oil Price in the Budget is Not Logical
Jafar Qaderi, a member of the Iranian parliament's Budget and Planning Commission, stated that the approval of the 1395 budget is unlikely before the upcoming…
Closure of 25 Websites in East Azerbaijan Due to 'Electoral Violations'
The judiciary in East Azerbaijan has closed 25 websites due to electoral violations as part of a broader crackdown on electoral activities ahead of upcoming…
Definition of 'Political Crime' and Its Instances Approved by Parliament
The Iranian Parliament approved a bill defining 'political crimes' and outlining privileges for political detainees. The bill, which faced government opposition, distinguishes between political crimes…
Red Crosses and the Weight of Parliamentary Elections
The Guardian Council's disqualifications of nearly all reformist candidates have sparked criticism from President Rouhani while receiving the Supreme Leader's endorsement. This situation raises questions…
Iran's President Questions Legitimacy of Elections Amid Widespread Disqualification of Candidates
Iran's President has criticized the widespread disqualification of candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections, questioning the legitimacy of the electoral process without diverse competition. This…
Central Bank of Iran Chief: $32 Billion in Frozen Assets Will Be Released
The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran announced that $32 billion in frozen assets will be released following the lifting of sanctions, with $28…
Submission of the 2016 Budget Bill to Parliament
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani submitted the 2016 budget bill to Parliament shortly after the JCPOA was finalized. The budget is valued at approximately 300 billion…
Hassan Rouhani's Press Conference on the Implementation of the JCPOA
Hassan Rouhani held a press conference discussing the successful implementation of the JCPOA, emphasizing the importance of constructive dialogue with the world. He stated that…
Iranian Ambassador Meets with Tajik Foreign Minister
The Iranian ambassador to Tajikistan met with the Tajik foreign minister to discuss cooperation against extremism following Tajikistan's protest over the visit of an opposition…
A Jewish Synagogue in Tehran Collapses Due to Age and Excavation
A synagogue in Tehran collapsed due to age and improper renovations while 16 worshippers were inside, but no injuries were reported. The incident highlights concerns…
Ayatollah Yazdi: The Determination of Ijtihad in the Assembly of Experts is Solely the Authority of the Guardianship Council Scholars
Ayatollah Mohammad Yazdi asserted that only the Guardianship Council scholars can determine the ijtihad of candidates for the Assembly of Experts, amid discussions about Hassan…
Call by Political Activists to Abolish the Guardian Council's Supervisory Authority
Political and civil activists have called for the abolition of the Guardian Council's supervisory authority, while a former parliament member criticized the Council's interpretation of…
Interview with Ahmad Montazeri on the Proposal for 'National Reconciliation in Iran'
Hosseini Ansari-Rad has called on Supreme Leader Khamenei to address unresolved disputes from the 2009 elections and to free political prisoners. This letter critiques the…
China Urges Iran and Saudi Arabia to Maintain Calm
China has urged both Iran and Saudi Arabia to remain calm amid escalating tensions following the execution of a Shiite cleric in Saudi Arabia and…
80 Years Since the Unveiling of Hijab in Iran
The article marks the 80th anniversary of the unveiling of hijab in Iran, discussing its historical context and ongoing debates. Iranian lawyer Mehrangiz Kar reflects…
Guardian Council: The eligibility of absent candidates in the Assembly of Experts exam may be confirmed
The Guardian Council has indicated that candidates who did not participate in the Assembly of Experts exam may still have their qualifications confirmed. This comes…