August 2017
Approval of Heavy Penalties for Child-Related Crimes in Iran's Judicial Commission
The Iranian Parliament's Judicial Commission has approved severe penalties for child trafficking and related crimes, including prison sentences of up to 15 years. This legislation…
Hundreds of Retirees Gather in Front of Parliament
On August 22, hundreds of retirees gathered in front of the Iranian parliament to demand increased pensions and the implementation of a law to equalize…
Motahari: Mr. Alavi Was Not the Man for This Field in the Past Four Years
Ali Motahari criticized Minister of Intelligence Mahmoud Alavi during a parliamentary session, stating he has not effectively managed the ministry and should not allow interference…
Rouhani: I Intended to Introduce Three Female Ministers, but It Wasn't Possible
President Hassan Rouhani revealed he had planned to appoint three female ministers but ultimately did not due to unspecified pressures. This decision has sparked criticism…
Session Begins to Review Confidence Vote for Proposed Ministers of Hassan Rouhani in Parliament
The Iranian parliament has begun reviewing the confidence vote for 17 proposed ministers in President Hassan Rouhani's cabinet. The absence of a Minister of Science…
Abolition of Death Penalty for Some Current Drug Offenders Approved by Iranian Parliament
The Iranian parliament has approved a bill that limits the death penalty for certain drug-related offenses, converting sentences to imprisonment under specific conditions. This change…
A Member of Parliament: The Number of Addicts in Iran Has Increased Fivefold
A parliamentary session revealed that the number of drug addicts in Iran has surged to six million, with officials questioning the effectiveness of executions in…
Tehran Prosecutor: Indictments Issued for Six Defendants in the 'Oil Rigs' Case
Tehran's prosecutor has announced that indictments have been issued for six individuals involved in the complex 'oil rigs' case, which has garnered significant media attention…
The Footprint of ISIS in Kurdistan in Seven Acts
ISIS carried out attacks in Iran, involving Kurdish and Iranian assailants, leading to widespread arrests in Kurdish regions. This raises concerns about the influence of…
Continued Controversies in the Screening of Movies
Recent controversies in Iranian cinema involve conservative media criticizing the screening of the film "Don't Put Your Foot in My Shoe" for being vulgar. This…