March 2017
Khaled Mashal Warns Israel About Changing the 'Rules of the Game'
Khaled Mashal of Hamas warned Israel about changing the rules of engagement following the assassination of Hamas leader Mazen al-Fuqaha. This incident has heightened tensions…
NATO to Spend Billions of Euros on Satellite and Computer Technology Development
NATO plans to invest three billion euros over three years to enhance its satellite and computer technologies, with a focus on improving communication for its…
Bahrain says it has arrested members of a 'terrorist group linked to Iran'
Bahrain has arrested 14 members of a group it claims is linked to Iran and involved in a police bus bombing. The arrests are part…
Iran's Hajj Organization Office in Saudi Arabia to Reopen
Iran's Hajj Organization office in Saudi Arabia is set to reopen, allowing over 80,000 Iranian pilgrims to attend this year's Hajj. This development follows a…
UK Police Say Motives for London 'Terrorist Attack' Remain Unclear
The UK police are investigating the motives behind Khalid Masood's attack near Parliament, which resulted in four deaths. While Masood was identified as a lone…
Zolnoor: Rouhani Has No Chance of Winning Votes, People Should Vote for Someone Who Has Experienced Poverty
Mojtaba Zolnoor, a member of the Iranian Parliament, criticized President Rouhani's economic claims and suggested that the public should not vote for him in the…
Jawadi Hesar: Public Opinion Should Judge Ahmadinejad in Upcoming Elections
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has criticized Hassan Rouhani in a recent speech, while political analyst Mohammad Sadegh Jawadi Hesar suggests that public opinion should judge Ahmadinejad in…
Rouhani's Promise to Khamenei: Existing Shortcomings Will Be Addressed
Hassan Rouhani assured Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a letter that he would address the existing shortcomings in the government's performance, particularly in economic policies.…
Mahdavi Azad: Khamenei has apparently accepted that the next president will be Hassan Rouhani
Ayatollah Khamenei denied interfering in elections but indicated he would oppose anyone challenging the people's vote. Analyst Mahdi Mahdavi Azad noted Khamenei's softer tone, suggesting…
Recent Acid Attack in Isfahan Involved Family Daughter as Perpetrator
A daughter in Isfahan has been identified as the perpetrator of an acid attack on her family, motivated by revenge. This incident highlights the unusual…
Minister of Economy: State-Owned Companies 'Available for Transfer' Will Be Transferred Within a Year
Iran's Minister of Economy announced that state-owned companies deemed 'available for transfer' will be privatized within a year, citing previous delays due to managerial opposition…
Is Corruption Systematic in Iran?
Ali Larijani denies that corruption in Iran is systematic, despite warnings from former MP Ahmad Tavakoli about the prevalence of corruption in government institutions. This…
Setting Vehicle on Fire in Protest Against After-Sales Service in Dehloran
In Dehloran, a man set his Dena sedan on fire in protest against the lack of after-sales service from an Iran Khodro dealership. This incident…
Four Family Members in Shahreza Victims of Acid Attack
A family of four in Shahreza, Iran, was attacked with acid, resulting in severe injuries to the father, mother, and son, while the daughter suffered…
Perspectives: A Review of the Most Important Political Developments of 2016
In 2016, significant political confrontations occurred within Iran, including the death of key political figure Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and ongoing tensions between President Rouhani and…
The Ceremony Called 'Foolishness'; A Celebration That Became a Battlefield
The Chaharshanbe Suri celebration, once a cherished ancient tradition in Iran, has been condemned by religious leaders and has transformed into a site of conflict…
Afshin Yadollahi, Lyricist of 'Forbidden Fruit' and 'The Tenth Night', Passes Away
Afshin Yadollahi, a well-known Iranian lyricist and neurologist, died in a car accident at the age of 48. He was celebrated for his contributions to…
End of Sit-in by Clerics in South Khorasan and 20-Day Deadline to the Ministry of Interior
Clerics in South Khorasan ended their six-day sit-in demanding the dismissal of the provincial governor after issuing a statement awaiting government response. They have given…
Parliament Delegates Decision on Interpretation of Election Law to the Expediency Council
The Iranian Parliament has sent a resolution to the Expediency Council asserting that the Guardian Council cannot disqualify elected candidates after the elections have been…
Salehi's Response to Criticisms of Nuclear Negotiations: 'Unfair and Populist'
Ali Akbar Salehi and Abbas Araqchi defend the JCPOA against ongoing criticisms, labeling them as unfair and attributing banking issues to historical U.S. sanctions. Their…
Person of the Year 1395 Selected by You
A poll was conducted to select the 'Person of the Year' for 1395 (2016-2017) in Iran, with Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani receiving the highest percentage of…
Guardian Council Rejects Salary Cap for Managers Again
The Guardian Council has rejected the Iranian parliament's salary cap for managers set at 24 million tomans, citing concerns over potential brain drain and administrative…
Qazi Askar: Police Officers Accused of Assaulting Two Iranian Teenagers in Saudi Arabia Are Serving Their Sentences
Two Saudi police officers have been sentenced for assaulting two Iranian teenagers at Jeddah airport, leading to heightened tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Iran…
Ahmad Khatami: A Secret Committee is Reviewing Candidates for the Future Leader
Ahmad Khatami announced the formation of a secret committee within the Assembly of Experts to review candidates for the future leader of Iran, with only…
Al-Qaeda Confirms Death of Second-in-Command in US Airstrike
Al-Qaeda confirmed the death of its second-in-command, Abu Khayr al-Masri, in a US drone strike in Syria's Idlib. His death highlights the ongoing significance of…
Kremlin: The Controversy Surrounding the U.S. Attorney General Harms Washington-Moscow Relations
The Kremlin has warned that the controversy surrounding U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions' meetings with the Russian ambassador could harm U.S.-Russia relations. Sessions, who has…
Pentagon is Investigating Reports of the Death of Al-Qaeda's Second-in-Command in Airstrike
The Pentagon is investigating reports of the death of Abu Khayr al-Masri, the second-in-command of Al-Qaeda, in a U.S. airstrike in Syria. His death, if…