March 2015
Final Statistics of Military Service Purchase Applicants; 280,000 Registered
A total of 280,000 individuals have registered to purchase military service in Iran, despite previous claims by parliament members that over two million are eligible.…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini -103
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses various current events in Iran, including the implications of the last Mossad representative's death and rising tensions with…
When Mourning Becomes News
Recent Iranian media coverage has focused heavily on the deaths of political figures' relatives, overshadowing community issues like student deaths and worker protests. Sociologist Hossein…
Media as a Sanctuary for Women Victims of Domestic Violence
Azadeh Namdari, a prominent Iranian television presenter, has publicly shared her experience of domestic violence, sparking widespread reactions on social media. Despite evidence of abuse,…
IRNA: Explosive Device Discovered and Neutralized in Golestan Province
An explosive device was discovered and neutralized in Golestan Province, Iran, at an Imamzadeh site, reportedly intended to cause casualties during a crowded event. Iranian…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini -102
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and the ongoing internet…
European Negotiator: We Are Still Far from a Nuclear Agreement with Iran
Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. regarding the nuclear agreement are ongoing, but a European negotiator has stated that a deal is unlikely in the…
Iranian Judicial and Diplomatic Officials Meet with Ahmed Shaheed
Iranian officials, including the Foreign Ministry spokesperson and the Secretary of the Human Rights Headquarters, met with UN Special Rapporteur Ahmed Shaheed to discuss human…
US Official: Senators' Letter, New Challenge in Path to Comprehensive Nuclear Agreement
Nuclear negotiations between Iran and the US face new challenges as Republican senators warn Iran that any agreement must be approved by Congress to be…
Zangeneh: We Can Increase Oil Exports by One Million Barrels with Sanctions Lifted
Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh announced that the country could boost oil exports by one million barrels per day if sanctions are lifted, although he…
Ahmad Shahid: Human Rights Situation in Iran Has Deteriorated Under Rouhani
Ahmad Shahid, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, reported a deterioration in human rights under President Rouhani, citing over 200 executions this…
Ahmad Khatami: Fireworks on the Last Wednesday of the Year are Religious Forbidden
Ahmad Khatami, the interim Friday Prayer Leader of Tehran, declared the celebration of Chaharshanbe Suri as religiously forbidden, citing concerns over safety and religious propriety.…
Human Rights: Absolute or Relative?
The article discusses the dire human rights situation in Iran, highlighting issues such as executions, imprisonment of journalists, and discrimination. It raises the question of…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 101
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative and the ongoing internet blackout. The…
Ahmed Shaheed: Iran Should Repeal Freedom-Restricting Laws and Free Imprisoned Journalists
Ahmed Shaheed, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, has called for the repeal of laws restricting freedom of expression and the release…
Amnesty International: New Plans in Iran Turn Women into 'Child-Making Machines'
Amnesty International has condemned new Iranian parliamentary proposals that would severely restrict women's rights and promote a culture of childbearing over individual choice. The laws,…
Silence of Iranian Officials on International Women's Day
On International Women's Day, Hassan Rouhani's brief message was the only acknowledgment from Iranian officials, with no further reactions from others, including his deputy. The…
Ahmadi Moghadam Resigns; Hossein Ashtari Appointed Commander of Police Force
Brigadier General Hossein Ashtari has been appointed as the new commander of Iran's police force, replacing Ismail Ahmadi Moghadam, who confirmed his resignation was at…
Khamenei Expresses Deep Regret Over 'Encroachment' on Iran's Natural Resources
Ayatollah Khamenei has expressed concern over the illegal encroachment on Iran's natural resources, particularly criticizing land and mountain grabbing. He called for stricter laws and…
Friday Prayer Leader of Urmia: Promoting Halal Music is Incompatible with the Goals of the Islamic Republic
The Friday prayer leader of Urmia, Mehdi Qureshi, stated that promoting halal music is incompatible with the goals of the Islamic Republic, urging youth to…
Fabius: Iran's Proposed Commitments in Nuclear Negotiations Are Insufficient
French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius expressed that Iran's proposed commitments in nuclear negotiations are inadequate, highlighting ongoing issues in the talks. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad…
Amnesty International: Eye for an Eye Punishment Reflects the Ultimate Cruelty of Iran's Judiciary
Amnesty International condemned the Iranian judiciary's decision to punish an acid attack suspect by blinding him, calling it an extreme act of cruelty. This marks…
FIFA President to Iran: End the Ban on Women's Stadium Attendance
Sepp Blatter, FIFA President, has called for an end to the ban on women attending stadiums in Iran, labeling it unacceptable. His request follows a…
Zarif: Iran May Accept 10-Year Limitations on Its Nuclear Activities
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif indicated that Iran may accept a 10-year limitation on its nuclear activities during an interview with CNN. This comes…
Over 210,000 People in Iran Have Registered to Purchase Military Service
Over 210,000 draft dodgers in Iran have registered to pay fines to avoid military service, with the registration deadline extended due to high demand. The…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 100
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses various current events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and the ongoing…
Afkhami: Netanyahu's Iran-phobic Statements Were Part of Election Propaganda
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson criticized Netanyahu's recent speech in Congress, labeling it as election propaganda and highlighting the weakness of radical groups. Netanyahu's claims about…
Zarif's Response to Obama's Statements: Iran Entered Negotiations Sincerely
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif responded to Barack Obama's recent comments on nuclear negotiations, asserting that Iran is sincere in its approach and will…
Kerry: I Cannot Promise an Agreement with Iran
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry expressed cautious optimism about ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy over military action. He cannot…