March 2016
Sources Close to Hashemi Rafsanjani Deny His Attributed Twitter Account
Sources close to Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani have denied a controversial tweet attributed to him, claiming it was edited and not representative of his views. The…
Armed Forces Ready to Achieve 'Resilient Economy'
The Iranian armed forces have expressed their readiness to support the government in achieving a resilient economy, while criticizing the exaggeration of sanctions as misleading.…
Kiarostami Discharged from Hospital
Abbas Kiarostami, the renowned Iranian filmmaker, has been discharged from the hospital after treatment for gastrointestinal issues, despite earlier reports of a cancer diagnosis. Fereydoun…
Signing of Six Cooperation Agreements Between Iran and Pakistan During Rouhani's Visit
Iran and Pakistan signed six cooperation agreements in various fields during President Rouhani's visit, marking the first official visit by an Iranian president to Pakistan…
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Amol
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake hit Amol, Mazandaran province, today at 12:11 PM. Assessment and rescue teams have been dispatched, but there are currently no reports…
Security Warning to Iranians Regarding Travel to Turkey
A suicide bombing in Istanbul killed one Iranian and injured three others, prompting the Iranian embassy to issue a travel warning to its citizens. The…
Second Dena Ranger Saved from Execution
Gholamhossein Khaledi, a ranger in Iran's Dena region, was saved from execution after receiving consent from the victim's family following six years in prison. His…
Jahangiri: Khatami's Ban on Media Coverage Will Be Resolved Through Dialogue with Amoli Larijani
Es'hagh Jahangiri, Iran's First Vice President, believes that the media ban on former President Mohammad Khatami can be resolved through discussions with the judiciary. The…
At least '3 dead and 250 injured' in Chaharshanbe Suri incidents
During the Chaharshanbe Suri celebrations in Iran, at least 3 people died and over 250 were injured due to firecracker explosions. The incidents highlight ongoing…
Deployment of Firefighters at Over a Thousand Locations in Tehran
Tehran's Fire Department is deploying nearly 3,000 firefighters across the city for Chaharshanbe Suri, a traditional celebration that has become dangerous due to the use…
The Death of Volleyball Coach Marks the End of the Most Controversial Sports League of the Year
Reza Ebrahimi, a prominent volleyball coach, died shortly before the final match of the Premier League, leading to the cancellation of the game and the…
Concerns Lost in Election Campaigns
The article discusses the environmental impact of election campaigning in Iran, highlighting the excessive use of non-recyclable materials and the clutter left behind in cities.…
Head of Armed Forces Judicial Organization Opposes Military Service Sale
Mohammad Kazem Bahrami, head of the Armed Forces Judicial Organization, opposes the sale of military service, claiming it undermines its essence. Despite mandatory conscription, many…
Salehi: I Learned via Text Message That I Had Been Appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs
Ali Akbar Salehi recounted how he unexpectedly learned of his appointment as Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs via text message while preparing for a speech.…
Complaint Filed by Several Representatives Against Nader Qazizadeh for 'Offensive Remarks'
Nader Qazizadeh, a parliamentary representative from Urmia, faces a complaint from the Women's Faction and other representatives for making offensive remarks about women. His comments…
Theft of Approximately 140 Billion Tomans Worth of Telecommunications Cables Over Five Years
Over the past five years, approximately 140 billion tomans worth of telecommunications cables have been stolen in Iran, leading to significant losses for the telecommunications…
Child Marriage in Iran and Legal Gaps
Shahindokht Molaverdi has raised concerns over the increasing rates of child marriage in Iran, particularly among girls under 10. The UN has urged Iran to…
Rouhani's Deputy: Statistics on Underage Marriages are Concerning
Shahindokht Molaverdi has raised concerns over the rising statistics of underage marriages in Iran, particularly highlighting cases of girls under 10. The UN has previously…