January 2024
Increased Pressure on Media Ahead of Elections; Khabar Online Forced to Remove Poll Indicating '30% Participation'
Khabar Online was forced to remove a report predicting low voter turnout of 30% in the upcoming elections due to pressure from security agencies. This…
A Thought-Provoking Warning in the Oil Industry; We Will Become Importers of Products from Iraq
A member of the Iranian Chamber of Commerce warns that Iran may become an importer of oil products from Iraq if current trends continue. Iraq…
Government Forces Attack Protest of People with Disabilities in Tehran
Government forces attacked a protest by people with disabilities in Tehran, demanding the implementation of their rights under the Disability Law. The protest was marked…
Return of the 'Seventh Development Plan' Bill to Parliament; Guardian Council Raised Over 350 Objections
The Guardian Council has returned the 'Seventh Development Plan' bill to Parliament after raising over 350 objections, including constitutional and Sharia-related issues. Key points of…
17% Increase in School Dropouts in Iran
Iran has seen a 17% increase in school dropouts, with over 911,000 students leaving education in the last academic year. The rise in dropouts is…
Widening Gap Between Government Promises and Economic Realities; Media: Officials Speak of a 'Different Iran'
The Iranian government faces criticism for failing to address rising inflation and economic challenges, with media highlighting a disconnect between official statements and the realities…
Warning from a Government Official: People are Migrating to Not be in Iran
A government official warns that the primary reason for migration from Iran is not economic but rather a lack of a hopeful future. This trend…
A Member of Parliament: They Do Not Allow Investigation into the 4200 Toman Currency
A member of Iran's parliament has accused the Central Bank of obstructing an investigation into the allocation of the 4200 toman currency, which was intended…
Iran Cut Off from Iraqi Dollars; Currency Exchange with Iran Banned
Iraq has banned currency exchanges with Iran, severely restricting Iran's access to dollars. This new law, under U.S. pressure, complicates trade and currency supply for…