February 2016
Political Landscape of Actors and Political Movements After the 2016 Elections
The March 7 elections in Iran resulted in a significant victory for reformists in Tehran, while conservatives claim success in other regions. The outcomes are…
Election Polls and Their Impact on the March 7 Elections
The article discusses the growing influence of social media and election polls on Iranian elections, particularly in the context of the upcoming March 7 elections.…
The Presence of Women in the Tenth Parliament; Views of Fatemeh Haqiqatjou and Taghi Rahmani
The article discusses the increase in women's representation in Iran's parliament, highlighting that while global averages have improved, women's representation in Iran remains low at…
Views of Mehdi Fattapour and Mohammad Javad Akbarin on the Change in the Composition of the Parliament and the Assembly of Experts
The reformists have made significant gains in the recent elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly, while key conservative figures are absent from the Assembly of…
Who Will Be the Speaker of the Tenth Parliament Based on Election Results?
The article discusses the potential candidates for the Speaker of the Tenth Parliament following the recent parliamentary elections in Iran. Mohammad Reza Aref is leading…
Iran's Minister of Intelligence: Terrorist Elements Arrested Before Elections
Iran's Minister of Intelligence announced the arrest of individuals planning terrorist acts during upcoming elections, asserting that security measures have been heightened to prevent disruptions.…
Election Results Until Sunday Morning: '72 Reformists and Independents, 28 Principlists'
As of Sunday morning, March 9, the preliminary results of the Iranian parliamentary elections show that 72 candidates have been elected, with a majority being…
How do you evaluate the overall performance of the ninth term of the Islamic Consultative Assembly that is nearing its end?
A survey regarding the performance of the ninth term of the Iranian Parliament shows that 85% of respondents rated it as bad or very bad.…
The March 7 Elections and Their Impact on the Political Landscape of the Country
The preliminary results of the March 7 elections show a win for reformist and moderate candidates in Iran. Analysts Mehdi Mahdavi Azad and Ali Afshari…
How Similar is the New Parliament to the Ninth Parliament?; Insights from Farzaneh Roustaei
The article discusses the potential similarities between the new Iranian parliament and the previous Ninth Parliament, focusing on the implications of a conservative majority and…
Factors Influencing Political Decision-Making; Azadeh Kian's Perspective
Ahead of the Iranian elections, political factions influenced public participation, resulting in over 60% voter turnout. Sociologist Azadeh Kian discusses the key factors affecting political…
Bani-Sadr's View on the February 26 Elections
Abdolhassan Bani-Sadr, the first President of Iran, criticizes the lack of freedom in Iranian elections, calling for a boycott. His views highlight the systemic issues…
Radio Farda's Election Roundtable Featuring Malihe Mohammadi and Morteza Kazemian
The elections for the 10th Majlis and the 5th Assembly of Experts commenced in Iran on March 7. Radio Farda hosted a roundtable discussion with…
Rafaat Bayat: Opponents of the Regime Should Not Enter Parliament
Rafaat Bayat, a conservative political figure, argues that opponents of the regime should not be allowed in Parliament, citing the 2009 election protests as a…
Participation = Legitimacy? Sanctions = Inaction?
The article discusses the significance of the Iranian elections and the implications of voter participation or boycotting. It highlights the current political climate, including external…
Roundtable Discussion on Radio Farda Featuring Kourosh Zaeim, Ammar Maleki, and Mehdi Mahdavi-Azad
The 10th parliamentary and 5th Assembly of Experts elections in Iran commenced on March 7. Radio Farda is providing extensive coverage and analysis through discussions…
Radio Farda Election Roundtable with Taghi Rahmani and Mehdi Fattahpour
The parliamentary and Assembly of Experts elections in Iran commenced on March 7. Radio Farda is providing coverage and analysis through discussions with political experts,…
Election Roundtable on Radio Farda with Javad Khadem and Ali Asghar Ramadanpour
The article discusses the commencement of the 10th Islamic Consultative Assembly and 5th Assembly of Experts elections in Iran, highlighting a roundtable discussion on Radio…
Yazdi: I Disqualified Those Who Seek Pleasure
Ayatollah Mohammad Yazdi has disqualified numerous candidates for the upcoming elections, citing their focus on personal pleasure as a reason. This includes notable reformists and…
Iran Elections and the Participation of Ethnic and Religious Minorities
The article discusses the significant participation of ethnic and religious minorities in Iranian elections, highlighting their preference for moderate and reformist candidates over conservatives. Experts…
Tehran Governorate: Organized Transfer of People to Tehran for Voting Will Be Addressed
Tehran officials have warned against the organized transfer of voters from counties to Tehran for the elections, labeling it a violation. This issue has gained…
The Influence of Leadership and the Revolutionary Guard on Elections
The article discusses the controversial influence of the Guardian Council and other powerful entities, including the leadership office of Ayatollah Khamenei and the Revolutionary Guard,…
The Deadline for Election Campaigns Has Ended
The deadline for election campaigns in Iran ended on March 6, with candidates for the Assembly of Experts and the Islamic Consultative Assembly having campaigned…
What is your assessment of citizen participation in the upcoming elections compared to previous elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts?
A poll was conducted regarding citizen participation in the upcoming elections for the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts, showing varied expectations about…
Targeted Participation with Adjusted Expectations; Ardshir Amir Arjamand's Perspective
Ardshir Amir Arjamand, an advisor to Mir Hossein Mousavi, calls for targeted participation in the upcoming elections in Iran, despite widespread disqualifications and ongoing house…
Montajebnia: They Want to Bring One Million People to Tehran to Vote
Resul Montajebnia claims that Iranian conservatives are planning to bring one million voters from rural areas to Tehran to boost their electoral chances. He warns…
Several Opposition Parties to the Islamic Republic: We Will Not Participate in the Elections
Several Iranian opposition parties, including the National Front of Iran, the Iranian Nation Party, and the Pan-Iranist Party, have announced their decision to boycott the…
Why Participate in Non-Competitive Elections; The View of Mohammad Taghi Karroubi
The Karroubi family is urging public participation in the upcoming Iranian elections despite labeling them as non-competitive. This call reflects a desire for reform within…
Non-participation or 'Smart Boycott' of Elections: Views of Nooruddin Pir-Moazzen
The upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran are overshadowed by widespread disqualifications of reformist candidates, leading to questions about the implications of participation versus non-participation. Dr.…
The Nuclear Agreement and Its Impact on Parliamentary Elections
The article discusses the challenges faced by Hassan Rouhani's government regarding the nuclear agreement (JCPOA) and its implications for the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran.…
Influential Institutions and Individuals in Iran's Elections
The article discusses the influence of various institutions and individuals on Iran's upcoming elections, questioning the role of the Supreme Leader and affiliated bodies versus…
Iran's Leader: Destroying the Guardian Council is Aligning with Enemies
Ayatollah Khamenei warned against undermining the Guardian Council, labeling it as a foreign plot to delegitimize upcoming elections in Iran. He criticized internal voices questioning…
The Ninth Term of the Islamic Consultative Assembly is Coming to an End. How Do You Evaluate the Actions and Activities of the Majority of Representatives in Terms of Iran's National Interests?
A survey regarding the actions of the ninth term of the Iranian parliament shows that a significant majority (81%) believe the representatives' actions have not…
Ministry of Interior Receives Final List of Approved Candidates for Parliament
The Iranian Ministry of Interior has received the final list of candidates approved for the upcoming parliamentary elections, with campaigning starting soon. The Guardian Council…
What is the Reformists' Strategy in the Elections?
The article discusses the strategies of Iranian reformists in light of the upcoming elections, highlighting their attempts to coordinate with government supporters despite facing disqualifications.…
Rouhani's Response to Critics of Airbus Aircraft Purchases
President Hassan Rouhani has responded to critics of the Airbus aircraft purchase, asserting that the Iranian people deserve better transportation options. This response comes amid…
Projection; IRGC's Strategy in Upcoming Elections
Ali Saidi, a senior IRGC official, criticized the idea of neutrality in elections as a lie and labeled discussions about a Leadership Council as a…
Legislative Institutions in the Middle East
The article discusses the legislative institutions in the Middle East, focusing on the parliamentary systems in Iran, Egypt, Iraq, and Kuwait. It highlights the differences…
Why Rouhani Urges People to Participate in Elections Under Any Circumstances?
President Hassan Rouhani urged Iranians to vote in upcoming elections, stressing that participation is crucial even if candidates are not ideal. His comments reflect concerns…
Approval of the Bill to Reduce Working Hours for Women in Parliament
The Iranian Parliament has approved a bill to reduce working hours for women, particularly those in specific challenging circumstances. This legislation aims to improve the…
Member of Parliament: National and Provincial Officials Involved in Land Grabs
Ezzatollah Yusefian Molla, a member of the Iranian Parliament, has accused national and provincial officials of being involved in land grabs and highlighted the role…
To What Extent Will the Upcoming Parliamentary and Assembly of Experts Elections in Esfand Be 'Competitive' Considering the Approved Candidates?
The article questions the competitiveness of the upcoming elections in Iran based on the approved candidates. It highlights concerns about the electoral process and the…