May 2023
Reuters: Qatar's Prime Minister Held Secret Meeting with Taliban Leader
Qatar's Prime Minister met with Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada in a secret meeting in Kandahar, signaling the Taliban's desire to end their international isolation. The…
Bodyguards of Khomeini's Grandson Assaulted a Journalist; Ministry of Culture Official: Hassan Khomeini Should Apologize
Hassan Khomeini's bodyguards assaulted a journalist attempting to take photos at a memorial event, leading to a call from a Ministry of Culture official for…
Open Data Iran: The Number of Religious Seminaries in Iran is 5 Times Greater than Universities
A recent study by 'Open Data Iran' reveals that Iran has five times more religious seminaries than public universities, with significant funding allocated to these…
Fourth Court Session for Nima Momeni's Charges; Defense Attorney Withdraws
Nima Momeni's fourth court session regarding the murder of Bob Lee took place, with his attorney Paula Kahn withdrawing from the case. The next session…
Preventing Mona Bakhtiari from Meeting Her Mother Nahid Shirpishah Due to Being 'Bakhtiari'
Mona Bakhtiari was denied a visit with her mother in Zanjan prison due to her Bakhtiari ethnicity, highlighting ongoing repression against families of protest victims…
Opposition TV Channels in Turkey Accused of 'Offensive Coverage' of Elections
The Turkish Broadcasting Watchdog has launched investigations into six opposition TV channels for allegedly insulting the public through their election coverage following Erdoğan's victory. Kılıçdaroğlu,…
Lebanese Army Frees Abducted Saudi Citizen; 9 Suspects Arrested
The Lebanese Army successfully freed a Saudi citizen who was kidnapped in Beirut and arrested nine suspects involved in the crime. The incident, which involved…
Narges Mohammadi and Golrokh Iraee Still Denied Family Visits for Presenting Paper at 'Saving Iran' Conference
Narges Mohammadi and Golrokh Iraee have been banned from family visits after presenting a paper at a conference advocating for political change in Iran. This…
Escalating Dollar Shortage Crisis; Iranian Foreign Minister Requests 'Banking Cooperation' from Iraq
Iran's Foreign Minister has requested increased banking cooperation with Iraq amidst a growing dollar shortage crisis. Despite previous promises regarding the release of frozen Iranian…
A Newspaper's Criticism of Wage Levels: They Want to Lead Society to Unlimited Misery
The Iranian newspaper Ham-Mihan criticized the government's decision-making regarding wage increases, claiming it leads society towards poverty. The article highlights the insufficient minimum wage for…
Continued Interpretation of 'Heroic Flexibility'; Former MP Says JCPOA File Will Be Archived
Ali Shamkhani's resignation from the Supreme National Security Council has sparked discussions about the future of the JCPOA, with some suggesting that the issue may…
Fatemeh Sepahri's Brother to VOA: She Was Returned to Prison Without Completing Treatment
Fatemeh Sepahri, a political prisoner, was returned to prison after a hospital visit for a reopened hand wound. Her brother expressed concerns about her health…
Cultural Revolution Council Reiterates: 'Our Resolutions' Are Binding for 'Everyone, Including the Three Branches of Government'
The Secretary of the Supreme Cultural Revolution Council asserts that the council's resolutions are binding for all government branches, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling…
Senior Israeli Leaders Invited to Dubai Climate Change Conference
Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Herzog have been invited to the COP28 climate conference in Dubai, with significant participation from Israeli companies. This invitation reflects the…
Rejection of Government's Inflation Statistics; Point Inflation Exceeds 68 Percent
The article discusses the discrepancy between government-reported inflation rates and those reported by ECO Iran, which claims inflation is nearing 70%. Former Central Bank head…
Experts Discuss Water Crisis; Deputy Minister of Agriculture Claims 'We Have Water for 2 Billion People'
The Deputy Minister of Agriculture in Iran claimed that the country has enough water to supply the needs of 2 billion people, a statement met…
Senator Jim Risch: The Position of the Islamic Republic as a 'Detestable Element' in the Global Community is Being Established
Senator Jim Risch condemned the recent executions of protesters in Iran, asserting that they solidify the Islamic Republic's status as a detestable entity globally. He…
Increase in Child Marriage in Iran; Over 27,000 Cases of Child Marriage Registered in One Year
The Iranian Statistical Center reported over 27,000 cases of child marriage involving girls under 15 in the past year, reversing a previous decline. This issue…
Proposal from Some Labor Organizations: Dissolution of Contractor Companies for Workers and Replacement with 'Workers' Cooperatives' to Reduce 'Exploitation'
Labor organizations in Iran are proposing to dissolve contractor companies and replace them with workers' cooperatives to combat exploitation and corruption in the workforce. Akbar…
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani: Ali Khamenei and His Repressive Agents Are Still Thirsty for Blood
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani condemned the Iranian regime's recent execution of three young protesters, asserting that they were tortured into false confessions. He called for a…
Mowlavi Abdolhamid: These Executions are 'Painful'
Mowlavi Abdolhamid condemned the recent executions of three defendants in the 'Isfahan House' case, calling them painful and urging for a halt to executions in…
2024 Paris Olympics Commitment to Supporting LGBTQ+ Rights
The Paris 2024 Olympics organizers are committed to promoting LGBTQ+ rights, using the global platform of the Games to raise awareness. However, recent refusals by…
Tehran Mayor Talks About 350,000 Vacant Homes in Tehran; Housing Becomes an 'Unattainable Dream'
Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani revealed that there are 350,000 vacant homes in the city, primarily held for speculation, while housing prices continue to soar. Government…
Fatemeh Sepehri's Brother: My Sister's Life is in Danger
Fatemeh Sepehri's brother has raised concerns about her deteriorating health in prison, reporting significant weight loss and new health issues. Sepehri, a political activist sentenced…
A Street in the Capital of Austria Named After 'Zhina Mahsa Amini'
A street in Vienna, Austria, will be named after Zhina Mahsa Amini, marking a significant symbolic gesture in support of Iranian protests against the regime.…
The Billion-Toman Budget That Must Be Spent; The Supreme Cultural Revolution Council Seeks to Establish 'Headquarters'
The Supreme Cultural Revolution Council in Iran is forming new headquarters and expert desks to oversee cultural policies, amidst ongoing criticism of its effectiveness and…
An Academic Official: Iran's Fertility Rate is Falling to the Lowest Level in Western Asia
Iran's population growth rate has fallen to below one percent, with predictions of negative growth and an aging population in the coming decades. This situation…
UNESCO Honors Maryam Mirzakhani; Her Name Reminds Us of Women's Abilities
UNESCO honored Iranian mathematician Maryam Mirzakhani on her birthday, highlighting her legacy and the achievements of women. Mirzakhani was the first woman to win the…
Imran Khan, Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Released on Bail
Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, was released on bail after deadly protests erupted following his arrest by the anti-corruption agency. His release has…
Introduction of Riyadh's Ambassador in Tehran Concurrent with the Visit of the Islamic Republic's Minister of Economy to Saudi Arabia
The Iranian Minister of Economy visited Saudi Arabia for the first time since the resumption of relations, coinciding with Riyadh's introduction of its ambassador in…
Pakistan's Supreme Court Orders Imran Khan to Appear in Court
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered former Prime Minister Imran Khan to appear in court amid violent protests against his arrest. The situation has…
Indictment Issued for 26 Individuals in Zahedan Shooting Case
An indictment has been issued for 26 individuals involved in a deadly clash in Zahedan, which resulted in over a hundred deaths during a protest…
Bloody Unrest Following Imran Khan's Arrest; Pakistani Government Calls for Military Intervention
Imran Khan, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has been arrested, leading to violent protests and calls for military intervention by the government. At least 5…
Initiation of Curriculum Changes at the Request of Ali Khamenei: Participation of 7,000 for Reforming 1,500 Curricula
The Iranian government is initiating significant changes to university and school curricula at the request of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, involving over 7,000 faculty members…
Publishers Abroad Launch 'Tehran, Without Censorship' in Germany
The seventh edition of the 'Tehran, Without Censorship' book fair was launched in Stuttgart, Germany, featuring 20 publishers advocating for freedom of expression. This event…
Ukrainian Artists' Message to Russia: 'Our Fire is Stronger than Your Bombs'
Ukrainian artists Yenia Polusina and Anna Ivanenko are using their creativity to respond to the Russian invasion through art. Their work is showcased in an…
Ceasefire Established in Gaza One Day After Palestinian Prisoner's Death
A ceasefire was established in Gaza after clashes following the death of Palestinian prisoner Khader Adnan, who had been on a hunger strike. The situation…
Eight-Year Prison Sentence Issued for Journalist in Belarus
Roman Protasevich, a Belarusian journalist, has been sentenced to eight years in prison for conspiracy against the government after being arrested during the forced landing…
Strikes Continue; Contract Workers Demand Elimination of 'Contractor Mafia'
Contract and temporary workers in Iran continue their strikes demanding the approval of a government employee organization plan to eliminate contractor status. The plan has…
Parliament Votes on Urgency of Re-establishing Ministry of Commerce
The Iranian parliament has approved the urgency of a bill to re-establish the Ministry of Commerce, moving closer to its revival under Ebrahim Raisi's government.…
An Iranian Health Ministry Official Confirms 'Rotavirus Outbreak'; Domestic Vaccine Production by Year-End
An Iranian health official confirmed a rotavirus outbreak in Tehran, stating it is a recurring issue. A domestic vaccine is expected to be produced by…