October 2018
National Bank of Iran Apologizes for Currency Payment Method to Iranian Pilgrims in Iraq
The National Bank of Iran apologized for the problematic currency payment method for Iranian pilgrims in Iraq, which involved receiving currency through holes in a…
Pompeo: Iran has Targeted Europe with Terrorist Attacks for 40 Years
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused Iran of targeting Europe with terrorist attacks for 40 years following the arrest of an Iranian-Norwegian suspect in…
National Bank's Response to News of Currency Payments to Arbaeen Pilgrims 'Through a Hole in the Wall'
The National Bank of Iran responded to reports of currency payments to Arbaeen pilgrims being made through holes in a wall in Najaf, stating that…
Bolton Points to Iran and China as Reasons for US Withdrawal from Missile Treaty with Russia
John Bolton, the US National Security Advisor, cited Iran and China as reasons for the US withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty with Russia…
Iran Rejects Allegations of Interference in U.S. Congressional Elections
Iran has rejected accusations from U.S. intelligence agencies regarding its interference in the upcoming congressional elections, labeling them as unfounded. This comes amid broader concerns…
Human Rights Watch: The Islamic Republic has increased the detention of Baha'is
Human Rights Watch reports that the Iranian government has increased the detention of Baha'is, with 20 individuals arrested in August and September without clear charges.…
Iran's Ambassador in Ankara: An Individual Linked to ISIS Has Threatened the Iranian Embassy
The Iranian embassy in Ankara received a suicide attack threat from an individual claiming to be affiliated with ISIS, prompting Turkish police to enhance security…
Why Has Iran Remained Silent on the 'Death' of Jamal Khashoggi?
Iran has chosen to remain silent on the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, despite its ongoing conflict with Saudi Arabia, possibly due to its own issues…
Transfer of Explosives During Hajj 65; Ahmad Montazeri: Form a Fact-Finding Committee
Ahmad Montazeri claims that the transportation of explosives during the 1986 Hajj was conducted by Revolutionary Guards under the direction of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, not…
Serbia Cancels Visa Exemption for Iranians
Serbia has revoked the visa exemption for Iranian citizens, citing a rise in illegal migration attempts to the EU. This decision follows over a year…
Tehran and Nikki Haley's Resignation; A Dream That May Not Come True
Nikki Haley's resignation as U.S. Ambassador to the UN is expected to be welcomed in Tehran, but it may not lead to significant changes in…
Trump: Iran May Eventually Agree to a Real Deal with the U.S.
Donald Trump praised Nikki Haley's work on Iran and North Korea during her resignation announcement, suggesting Iran might eventually agree to a real deal with…
John Kerry: I have not met with Iranians since the US withdrawal from the JCPOA
John Kerry stated he has not met with any Iranian officials since the US withdrew from the JCPOA, emphasizing that previous meetings with Zarif occurred…
In August, the U.S. Exported More Goods to Iran Than in All of Last Year
In August 2023, the U.S. exported nearly $150 million in goods to Iran, exceeding total exports for all of 2017. Despite recent sanctions, U.S. exports…
"Show No Mercy!"; The Shadow of That Ruling
The article discusses the extrajudicial executions of political prisoners in Iran during the summer of 1988, ordered by the government under Ayatollah Khomeini. The executions…
Rahnavard: If There is a Will to End House Arrest, It Must Be Announced Officially and in Writing
Zahra Rahnavard has denied rumors about the lifting of house arrest for Green Movement leaders, stating that any such decision must be officially announced. She…
Bolton: Iran is the 'Central Bank of the World for International Terrorism'
John Bolton declared Iran as the 'Central Bank of the World for International Terrorism,' emphasizing the U.S. strategy to combat terrorism that focuses on Iran.…
Zainab Sekanvand, who 'committed a crime' as a teenager, was executed
Zainab Sekanvand was executed in Iran after being convicted of murdering her husband as a teenager. Amnesty International had warned against her execution, citing a…
Javid Rahman Calls for Visit to Iran in His First Human Rights Report
Javid Rahman, the newly appointed UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, has called for an end to the travel ban preventing him from…
Amnesty International's Concern Over Imminent Execution of Zeinab Sekanvand
Amnesty International has raised alarms about the imminent execution of Zeinab Sekanvand, who was arrested for murdering her husband at age 17. The organization highlights…