May 2015
Representative of the Mining House: Over 50% of Iran's Mines are Inactive
Over 50% of Iran's licensed mines are reported to be inactive, with calls for the government to transfer mining operations to the private sector for…
Amnesty International to the Islamic Republic: Do Not Execute Ehsan Shah-Qasemi
Amnesty International has called on the Iranian government to halt the execution of Ehsan Shah-Qasemi, who was sentenced to death for the murder of Ali…
Soheila Baski, Contemporary Translator, Novelist, and Entrepreneur, Passed Away
Soheila Baski, a prominent Iranian translator, novelist, and entrepreneur, passed away after a long illness. She was known for her contributions to women's rights, literature,…
Leader of Al-Qaeda Branch in Syria: Our Aim is to Conquer Damascus
Abu Muhammad al-Julani, leader of Jabhat al-Nusra, declared the group's ongoing focus on capturing Damascus and overthrowing Bashar al-Assad's regime in a recent interview. He…
New Research: Iranian Hostage-Taker in Australia Had Schizophrenia
A new report reveals that Mohammad Hassan Manteqi, the Iranian hostage-taker in Sydney, suffered from chronic schizophrenia and had a troubled mental health history. Despite…
Iran's History Turned a Page in Masjed Soleiman
The article discusses the historical significance of the oil discovery in Masjed Soleiman, which occurred 107 years ago, and its profound impact on Iran's political…
Unveiling of Turkmen President's Statue Covered in 24-Carat Gold
A golden statue of Turkmen President Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov was unveiled in the capital, symbolizing a return to the cult of personality in Turkmenistan. This is…
139 Graves of Refugees Found in Northern Malaysia
Malaysian police have discovered 139 graves and 28 human trafficking camps in northern Malaysia, near the Thai border. This follows increasing international concern over the…
End of Discrimination Against Afghan Children Residing in Iran?
The Iranian government has made recent decisions to eliminate tuition fees for Afghan migrant children in public schools, signaling a potential shift in policy towards…
Decline in Productivity in Iran
Iran has designated June 1st as Productivity and Consumption Optimization Day, highlighting the significant decline in productivity across various sectors. According to the National Productivity…
Afkhm: The Islamic Republic is not anti-Jewish; Obama is promoting Iranophobia
Marzieh Afkhm, spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, has defended Iran against accusations of anti-Jewish sentiment made by Barack Obama, who recently labeled Khamenei as…
Iran's Supreme Court Confirms Death Sentence for Assailant of Basij Member
The Iranian Supreme Court has confirmed the death sentence for Ehsan Sh., who fatally stabbed Basij member Ali Khalili, despite Khalili's later forgiveness of the…
Minister of Labor: Cash Subsidies Have Caused 500,000 Unemployed
Ali Rabiei, Iran's Minister of Labor, stated that cash subsidies have led to the unemployment of 500,000 people, linking this to the burden on the…
Political and Economic Issues in Iranian Kurdistan
A congress of Muslim Peshmerga Kurds was held in Sanandaj with key Islamic Republic leaders attending. Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized that attempts to destabilize the Kurdistan…
Eleven Police Officers Sentenced to Imprisonment in Connection with the Murder of Farkhunda
In Afghanistan, eleven police officers were sentenced to one year in prison for failing to prevent the murder of Farkhunda, a woman falsely accused of…
Shia Militias Head to Ramadi for Battle
Shia militias are mobilizing to assist the Iraqi army in retaking Ramadi from ISIS, despite previous hesitations from Iraqi leadership and the U.S. to involve…
Airstrikes Against Houthis in Yemen Resumed
The Saudi-led coalition has resumed airstrikes in Yemen's Aden against Houthi rebels following the end of a humanitarian ceasefire. The UN has called for an…
Iraqi Officials: Islamic State Captures Command Center in Ramadi
Islamic State militants have reportedly captured the operational command center in Ramadi, Iraq, amidst fierce battles that have resulted in at least 500 deaths. Iraqi…
UN Representative in Yemen Calls for Extension of Ceasefire
The UN envoy for Yemen has called for an extension of a ceasefire set to end soon, amid ongoing conflicts between Houthi rebels and forces…
Hassan Nasrallah Announces Hezbollah's 'Victory' in Area of Syria
Hassan Nasrallah announced Hezbollah's military success in driving Sunni armed groups from a strategic area in Syria, reporting casualties among his forces and the Syrian…
The 80th Derby Points Deposited to Persepolis Account
In the 80th Tehran derby, Persepolis defeated Esteghlal 1-0, with Ali Alipour scoring the only goal. The match had no bearing on the league standings…
Dog Shot by Police in Front of Its Owner in Tehran
A police officer in Tehran shot and killed a dog while it was being walked by its owner, claiming the dog was aggressive. The incident…
Mohammad Ali Sepanlou, the Poet of 'Tehran Epic', Passes Away
Mohammad Ali Sepanlou, a prominent Iranian poet and co-founder of the Iranian Writers' Association, passed away due to respiratory issues. His death was confirmed by…
Parliament Leadership: Proposal to Counter US Senate Resolution Not Currently Necessary
The Iranian Parliament's leadership announced that there is currently no need for new proposals to counter the recent US Senate resolution on Iran's nuclear program.…
The Political Economy of Black Chador
The Iranian Parliament's Research Center has published a report on the challenges of producing and importing black chador, revealing that 99% of the chador consumed…
Step by Step Number 66: Kh Like 'Kharak'
This article discusses the term 'Kharak', which refers to a component of string instruments that supports the strings. It highlights the importance of understanding musical…
Response to Unrest in Mahabad: Suspect in Mysterious Death of Young Girl Arrested
Unrest erupted in Mahabad following the mysterious death of a young hotel employee, Parinaz Khosravani, who allegedly jumped to her death to escape a security…
Hassan Rouhani's Office Requests Judiciary's Response to 'Combatant Clergy Assembly' Regarding Ban on News and Images of Mohammad Khatami
Hassan Rouhani's office has formally asked the Iranian judiciary to clarify the restrictions on news and images of former president Mohammad Khatami. This request highlights…
Persepolis and Naft Advance in the AFC Champions League
Persepolis and Naft Tehran both advanced to the knockout stage of the AFC Champions League despite Naft's heavy loss to Al Ain. Persepolis secured their…
Bollywood Star Salman Khan Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Bollywood star Salman Khan was sentenced to five years in prison for a 2002 incident where he drove over five homeless individuals, killing one. The…
The Potential Impact of a Labour Party Victory on Relations with Iran
The upcoming UK parliamentary elections are set for May 6, with a close contest between the Conservative and Labour parties. Political analyst Mehrdad Khansari suggests…
Death Sentences Issued for Four Men in the Case of Farakhondeh, Afghan Woman
A Kabul court sentenced four men to death for the public murder of Farakhondeh, an Afghan woman falsely accused of burning the Quran. The case…
Berlin: Yesterday and Today
The article reflects on the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe, focusing on the destruction of Berlin and its subsequent…
End of Steel Khuzestan and Tractor Sazi Tabriz in the AFC Champions League
Steel Khuzestan and Tractor Sazi Tabriz concluded their AFC Champions League campaigns with mixed results, as Steel secured a 1-0 victory over Lokomotiv Uzbekistan while…
Rouhani's Deputy: 200 Children Are in Prison with Their Mothers
Shahindokht Molaverdi, Iran's Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, revealed that 200 children are living in prisons with their mothers, highlighting the dire conditions…
Tehran Book Fair Opening: Rouhani Warns Against Subjective Censorship
At the opening of the Tehran International Book Fair, President Hassan Rouhani warned against subjective censorship of books, emphasizing the need for clear and transparent…
Facebook Launches Internet.org Service Project
Facebook has launched 'Internet.org' to improve internet access in remote areas of developing countries, but it faces criticism from activists in India for potentially undermining…
Microsoft Launches 'How Old' Photo Age Estimation Website
Microsoft has launched a website called 'How Old' that estimates a person's age from their photo. The tool has shown mixed accuracy, with some results…
Second Court Session for Those Accused of Burning Farakhunde Held
The second court session for the trial of 12 men accused of murdering Farakhunde took place in Kabul. Farakhunde was killed and burned by a…
World Press Freedom Day in Iran; 'Journalism Without Freedom of Expression'
World Press Freedom Day highlights the challenges faced by journalists in Iran, where many are imprisoned. The article features an interview with journalist Eisa Saharkhiz…
Islamic State Has Killed 300 Yazidi Captives
Yazidi activists report that the Islamic State has executed 300 Yazidi captives in northern Iraq, raising concerns about the ongoing persecution of this minority. The…