June 2015
Plane Crash in Indonesia Leaves at Least 116 Dead
An Indonesian military cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Medan, killing at least 116 people. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in Indonesia's aviation…
Prominent Iranian-Americans Warn Against Stereotyping Iranians
Prominent Iranian-Americans have issued an open letter to U.S. presidential candidates, urging them to avoid generalizing their comments about Iranians, particularly in the context of…
The Islamic State has executed '3027 people' in Syria over the past year
The Islamic State has executed 3027 people in Syria over the past year, with a significant number being civilians, including children. The report highlights the…
Arrests Made in Connection with Suicide Bombing at Shia Mosque in Kuwait
A suicide bombing at the Imam Sadiq mosque in Kuwait resulted in at least 27 deaths and 200 injuries. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for…
Five Areas of 'Tension' with Saudi Arabia Defined by the Head of Civil Defense
Gholamreza Jalali, head of Iran's Civil Defense Organization, outlined five areas of tension with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the imminent threat posed by differing Islamic ideologies…
Death of Yevgeny Primakov, a Failed Politician in the Maze of Russian Politics
Yevgeny Primakov, a significant figure in Russian politics and former Prime Minister, has died at 85. He was known for his attempts to influence international…
Choose Your Favorite Option to Select Radio Farda's Best Song of July
Radio Farda conducted a poll for listeners to select the best song of July. The results show varying percentages for different songs, with 'Asheghkosh' by…
Conflicting Reports on Progress in Drafting Comprehensive Nuclear Agreement
Reports indicate that while 90% of the nuclear agreement text has been drafted, significant unresolved issues remain, particularly regarding sanctions and military dimensions. Iranian Foreign…
Rouhani: We Seek Fair and Just Understanding
Iran's President Rouhani stated the country seeks serious negotiations regarding its nuclear program, emphasizing fairness and justice, following Supreme Leader Khamenei's declaration of red lines…
Yemen Under Siege and on the Brink of Humanitarian Catastrophe
Yemen is facing a severe humanitarian crisis as fighting continues between Houthi rebels and forces loyal to the internationally recognized government, exacerbated by a Saudi-led…
UNCTAD: Decline in Foreign Investments in Iran
The 2015 UNCTAD report reveals a significant decline in foreign investments in Iran, dropping from $4.662 billion in 2012 to $2.105 billion in 2014. This…
Kerry: The U.S. Continues Its Path Despite Iranian Leader's Statements
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry asserts that nuclear negotiations with Iran will proceed despite recent statements from Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei outlining new…
Public Relations Director Denies Gender Segregation at IRIB
The public relations director of IRIB has denied claims of gender segregation in the organization, labeling them as rumors. This follows a report from ILNA…
Israel Welcomes Egypt's New Ambassador Appointment to Tel Aviv
Israel has welcomed Egypt's decision to send a new ambassador to Tel Aviv, indicating a strengthening of diplomatic ties. This move comes amid improving relations…
It Will Take 20 Years to Restore the Country's Underground Water Resources
Iran's Deputy Minister of Energy, Rahim Midani, announced that it will take 20 years to restore the country's underground water resources due to climate change…
Members of Parliament Warn Rouhani's Deputy Over Criticism of Women's Stadium Ban
Members of the Iranian Parliament's Women's Fraction criticized Deputy Shahindokht Molaverdi for her comments on the ban of women in stadiums, calling them irresponsible. This…
Lawyer in Acid Attack Case: Arrest and Identification of a Suspect
The lawyer for victims of acid attacks in Isfahan announced the arrest of a suspect, with two victims identifying him. Conflicting statements from police and…
Iranian Foreign Ministry Official Rejects Bahrain's Accusations
An Iranian Foreign Ministry official dismissed Bahrain's allegations of Iranian proxy involvement in bomb plots as unfounded, urging dialogue instead of sectarian security measures. The…
Yemen Peace Talks End Without Result in Geneva
The Yemen peace talks in Geneva concluded without any agreement, as the Houthi rebels failed to reach a consensus with the former government representatives. The…
The Daughters of Rahimi: Our Father's 1.2 Billion Tomans Were Spent on Elections
The daughters of Mohammad Reza Rahimi denied allegations of bribery against their father, claiming that the 1.2 billion tomans he received were used for parliamentary…
Police Official Denies Rumors of Arrest in Isfahan Acid Attacks
The police chief of Isfahan has denied rumors of arrests related to a series of acid attacks that occurred eight months ago, stating that while…
50% Increase in Forest Fires in Iran This Year
Forest fires in Iran have surged by 50% in early 2015 compared to the previous year, with Kerman province experiencing a sixfold increase. The rise…
Iran's Minister of Roads: France Should Not Miss $80 Billion Contracts
Iran's Minister of Roads, Abbas Ahmad Akhoundi, emphasized the importance of an $80 billion transportation contract with France, warning that France risks losing it if…
Rally of Mojahedin Supporters in Paris
Thousands gathered in Paris to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization, with prominent leader Maryam Rajavi criticizing the Iranian regime. This event…
Geneva Meeting on Yemen Crisis Begins
The Geneva meeting on the Yemen crisis begins with participation from both the exiled government and Houthi rebels. Despite the dire humanitarian situation and ongoing…
Mohseni Ejei: The Ban on Khatami's Images is Ordered by the Prosecutor's Office, Not the Supreme National Security Council
Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei confirmed that the ban on former President Mohammad Khatami's images was issued by the Prosecutor's Office, not the Supreme National Security…
Communications Minister: The Number of Internet Users in Iran is 9 Million
Iran's Communications Minister Mahmoud Vaezi reported a significant discrepancy in internet user statistics, claiming only 9 million users, while previous reports indicated over 40 million.…
Iranian Female Motorcyclist Aspires for Official License
Behnaz Shafiei, a 26-year-old female motorcyclist in Iran, is advocating for women's rights to ride motorcycles in a country where it is banned. Along with…
Fires in Iran's Forests
Recent forest fires in Iran have destroyed over 70 hectares of forests in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad province, with additional fires reported in Lorestan and Ilam…
The Dog that Became a Shield
Faigo, a dog, was injured while saving his blind owner from being hit by a minibus in New York. Both the owner and the dog…
Fabius: Any Agreement with Iran Must Be Verifiable
French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius emphasized the necessity of verifiable inspections in any nuclear agreement with Iran, stating that no guarantees currently exist. With only…
Iran Ranked Among the 'Most Depressed Countries in the World'
Iran has been ranked 105th out of 150 countries in terms of depression, highlighting a significant societal issue. Sports Minister Mahmoud Goudarzi suggests that sports…
Limited Authorization for Women to Attend Azadi Stadium
The Iranian government has allowed a limited number of women to attend a volleyball match at Azadi Stadium, primarily family members of players. However, this…
Nobakht: Rouhani's Government Has Submitted Documents of Baqaei's Violations to the Judiciary
Mohammad Baqer Nobakht announced that the Rouhani government has submitted evidence of violations by Hamid Baqaei, a former official under Ahmadinejad, to the judiciary. Baqaei's…
Ahmadinejad's Position in the 'Yekta' Organization
A new political party named 'Yekta' has been formed by some former ministers of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, without his consultation. This emergence reflects a chaotic political…
Ahmad Alamolhoda: Leadership by Council is Impossible
Ahmad Alamolhoda has rejected the idea of a council-based leadership in Iran, criticizing proponents for lacking understanding of jurisprudential principles. This discussion was initially raised…
Confirmation of the Child Abuser Supervisor's Sentence: Two Years of Exile and Education Ban
A school supervisor in Tehran has been sentenced to two years of exile and a ban on educational activities after being found guilty of child…
PourMohammadi: No Major Corruption Cases Formed in the Last 20 Months
Mostafa PourMohammadi, Iran's Minister of Justice, claimed that no major corruption cases have emerged in the last 20 months, attributing existing cases to prior administrations.…
The Constitution and Foreign Investment in the Oil Industry
Iran is preparing new oil contracts to attract foreign investment, particularly from major companies, while attempting to navigate constitutional restrictions. The success of these contracts…
Saudi Arabia Offers Reward for Information on Shiite Mosque Bombers
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of 16 suspects involved in recent bombings of Shiite mosques…
Iran's Foreign Ministry: Statement Attributed to European Parliament Representatives is Fabrication
Iran's Foreign Ministry has dismissed a statement from 220 European Parliament members regarding human rights and inspections in Iran as a fabrication, asserting that the…
Senior Israeli Commander: The Syrian Army No Longer Exists in Practice
A senior Israeli military commander claims the Syrian army no longer exists, while Hezbollah's deputy leader argues it still controls key cities. The situation highlights…