August 2016
Iran's Ministry of Health: We Will Cover 85% of Infertility Treatment Costs
Iran's Ministry of Health will cover 85% of infertility treatment costs for two million couples, excluding medication. This initiative aligns with Ayatollah Khamenei's push for…
Prosecutor of Robat Karim: Sattar Beheshti's Sister Released on Reduced Bail
Sahar Beheshti, sister of the late blogger Sattar Beheshti, was arrested during a memorial ceremony for her brother but was later released on reduced bail.…
Security Forces Arrest the Sister of Sattar Beheshti
Sattar Beheshti's sister was arrested during a ceremony commemorating his birthday, alongside her husband and another participant. Security forces disrupted the event, highlighting ongoing repression…
Five O'Clock with Kambeiz Hosseini Episode 172
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's comments on Iran's…
"Empty" and "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit"; Iranian Playwright in Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe features two plays by Iranian playwright Nasim Soleimanpour, "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit" and the new "Empty." Both plays are experimental and…
Defense Minister's Letter to Larijani: There Was a Misunderstanding, My Statements Did Not Undermine the Dignity and Position of the Parliament
Iran's Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan clarified in a letter to Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani that his earlier comments regarding Russian aircraft operations from an Iranian…
Denial of Arrest of 'One of the Staff Members of the JCPOA Office on Charges of Espionage'
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has denied reports of the arrest of a staff member from the JCPOA office on espionage charges, calling the claims baseless.…
Manbij Military Council Reports Turkish Attacks on Their Positions
The Manbij Military Council reports ongoing Turkish shelling of their positions, interpreting it as support for ISIS. This follows recent clashes with ISIS forces in…
Fake Civil Institutions in Iran: What They Do and What They Don't?
The article critiques the existence of fake civil institutions in Iran, arguing that they serve the interests of the ruling Islamist regime rather than the…
Iran's Minister of Communications: No Negotiations Have Taken Place Regarding Mastercard
Iran's Minister of Communications, Mahmoud Vaezi, announced that there have been no negotiations with Mastercard for Iran's access to its services. Instead, discussions are ongoing…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 171
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements regarding Iran.…
Health Ministry Representative: 30% of Iranians Are Hungry
A health ministry representative revealed that 30% of Iranians are hungry and 25% of the urban population lives in marginalized conditions. This alarming data highlights…
Motahari's Protest Against the Fate of Concerts in Mashhad Following Jannati's 'Retreat'
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, criticized the Ministry of Culture's decision to cancel concerts in Mashhad, calling it a retreat influenced by…
Shamkhani Confirms Deployment of Russian Bombers in Hamadan
Ali Shamkhani confirmed the deployment of Russian bombers in Hamadan, Iran, for operations in Syria against Assad's opponents. This strategic cooperation raises concerns about Iran's…
Mastercard Company Has No Activities in Iran
Mastercard has denied any involvement in Iran, refuting claims of providing credit cards to Iranians through an intermediary. This denial comes amid reports from Iranian…
Possibility of Choosing 'Turkish and Kurdish Language Majors' for Students Entering in 1995
The Iranian government has announced that students can now choose Kurdish and Turkish language majors at universities, marking a significant step in recognizing ethnic languages.…
Iran's Reaction to US Report on Religious Freedom: 'Unsubstantiated, Exaggerated, and Unconstructive'
Iran's Foreign Ministry criticized the US State Department's annual report on religious freedom, calling it politically motivated and unsubstantiated. The report highlighted ongoing restrictions on…
Justice Minister Acknowledges 'Serious Problems' in Prison Health Conditions
The Iranian Justice Minister has acknowledged serious health issues in prisons due to overcrowding and insufficient funding for healthcare. This admission contrasts with previous claims…
Italian Police Released Mehdi Khosravi
Mehdi Khosravi, a political refugee and executive secretary of the National Council of Iran, was arrested in Italy under an international warrant issued by Iran…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 170
The radio program "Five O'Clock" discusses the current political climate in Iran, highlighting the responsibility of the opposition and the potential for societal radicalization. It…
Member of the Virtual Council: 60% of Internet Bandwidth in Iran is Used by Telegram
Mohammad Hassan Entazari, a member of Iran's Supreme Council of Cyberspace, announced that 60% of the country's internet bandwidth is used by Telegram, calling for…
Reza Pahlavi's Letter to the Italian Prime Minister to Prevent the Extradition of a Political Refugee
Prince Reza Pahlavi has written to the Italian Prime Minister urging him to prevent the extradition of political refugee Mehdi Khosravi to Iran, where he…
An Opposition Group Against the Iranian Government: Our Member Arrested in Italy at Tehran's Request
Mehdi Khosravi, a member of the National Council of Iran and a refugee in Britain, was arrested in Italy at the request of Tehran for…
Iranian Television Apologizes for Broadcasting 'Archival Execution Images'
Iranian state television apologized after airing archival execution images during a news segment about concert cancellations in Mashhad. The incident drew widespread criticism on social…
Rouhani Meets Aliyev and Putin in Baku
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is visiting Azerbaijan for two days, where he is set to meet with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Russian President Vladimir…
Do 'Terrorists' Have Rights?
The judiciary in Kurdistan, Iran, executed 20 individuals accused of terrorism, claiming to uphold their rights during a lengthy judicial process. The UN condemned these…
Establishment of a Jurisprudential Council in the Central Bank at the Order of the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic
Ayatollah Khamenei has ordered the formation of a Jurisprudential Council in the Central Bank, which aims to legitimize bank interest from an Islamic perspective. This…
The Imam's Reaction to the President: Mr. Naive Claims We Gained Dignity Through the JCPOA
Ahmad Alamolhoda criticized President Hassan Rouhani's claims that the JCPOA brought dignity to Iran, labeling him as naive. Alamolhoda questioned the actual benefits of the…
Statement by 'Human Rights Defenders' in Protest Against the Execution of Sunni Prisoners
The Iranian Association for Human Rights has condemned the mass execution of Sunni prisoners, citing vague charges and lack of fair trials. This situation raises…
Civil Registry Organization: We Will No Longer Announce Divorce Statistics
The Civil Registry Organization of Iran has announced it will stop releasing divorce statistics due to concerns that repeated announcements may cause harm. This decision…
The Production Climate; Partly Cloudy to Overcast
The article discusses the unfavorable business environment in Iran for production and trade, highlighting the barriers faced by economic actors. It invites listeners to a…
Hassan Abbasi Apologizes to the Commander of the Army
Hassan Abbasi, a prominent figure in Iran, apologized to the Army's Commander for controversial remarks he made about the military. His statements sparked backlash from…