July 2016
Iraqi Defense Minister: ISIS Leaders Have Left Mosul for Syria
Iraqi Defense Minister Khalid al-Obeidi announced that ISIS leaders are fleeing Mosul for Syria due to internal disputes and the impending military operation to reclaim…
Tehran Friday Prayer Leader Warns: Some Cultural Products Are Worse Than AIDS and Cancer
Kazem Sedighi, the Friday Prayer Leader of Tehran, has warned that certain cultural products in Iran are more harmful than AIDS and cancer, reflecting concerns…
The Puzzle of Inflation Reduction Amidst Inflated Liquidity
Iran's inflation rate showed a slight decline to 9.2% in July, but point-to-point inflation rose, raising concerns about future inflation rates. The significant increase in…
Health Commission Head: Exhumation of Kiarostami Possible
Ali Nobakht, head of the Health Commission, suggested that Abbas Kiarostami's body could be exhumed for investigation if complaints persist, pending family consent. Bahman Kiarostami…
9 Islamist Militants Killed in Clash with Bangladeshi Police
Nine Islamist militants were killed during a police raid on an extremist hideout in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The operation followed a series of violent attacks in…
Fires in 2016 Damaged 5,800 Hectares of National Lands
In 2016, wildfires affected 5,800 hectares of national lands in Iran, with a notable decrease in fire incidents compared to the previous year. The fires…
Iraqi Defense Minister: We Must Prepare to Assist Two Million People in Mosul
The Iraqi Defense Minister warns that two million residents of Mosul may flee during the upcoming military operation against ISIS. He emphasizes the need for…
Ahmad Jannati Reappointed as Secretary of the Guardian Council
Ayatollah Ahmad Jannati has been reappointed as the Secretary of the Guardian Council for another six years, a position he has held since 1992. This…
Sistan and Baluchestan Struggles to Breathe
Sistan and Baluchestan province is facing a severe dust storm crisis affecting around 400 villages, leading to health issues and the closure of offices. The…
Fire Contained at Taq-e Bostan in Kermanshah
A fire that broke out on the slopes of Taq-e Bostan in Kermanshah has been contained without causing damage to the ancient site. Officials believe…
Brazil Investigates 'Terrorist Threats' During the Olympics 'Thoroughly'
Brazil's security agency is investigating potential terrorist threats related to the upcoming Rio 2016 Olympics, particularly from a group claiming allegiance to ISIS. The Brazilian…
Fire Damages One-Third of Karkheh National Park in Khuzestan
A significant fire in Karkheh National Park in Khuzestan has destroyed 62 hectares of land, including thousands of trees and plants, with damages estimated at…
Weak Media Efforts by the Government in Defense of the JCPOA
On the anniversary of the JCPOA, opponents intensified their criticism, prompting a response from the Iranian Atomic Energy Organization. The organization defended the agreement against…
Bill for Women's Security Against Violence to Be Submitted to Government
A bill aimed at providing comprehensive security for women against violence is expected to be submitted to the Iranian government by September. The bill includes…
One Year Later; The Fate of the JCPOA
The article reflects on the one-year anniversary of the JCPOA, questioning its impact on the Iranian populace in economic and political terms. Experts discuss the…
The Fate of Zabol Teenagers Who Become Asian Champions
Omid Arami, a teenager from Zabol, won the Asian youth wrestling championship in Taiwan, becoming the third wrestler from Sistan and Baluchestan to achieve this.…
Bahman Kiarostami Responds to Health Ministry Spokesperson's Report
Bahman Kiarostami has publicly disputed the Iranian Health Ministry's claims regarding the treatment of his late father, Abbas Kiarostami, highlighting serious concerns about the medical…
The Responsible for the Peshawar School Massacre Killed in US Drone Strike
The Pakistani army confirmed that Khalifa Umar Mansoor, responsible for the 2014 Peshawar school massacre, was killed in a US drone strike in Afghanistan. This…
Behrouz Vossoughi Talks About Abbas Kiarostami in an Interview with Radio Farda
Abbas Kiarostami, a celebrated Iranian filmmaker, was buried in Tehran, attended by many artists and fans. Behrouz Vossoughi, a close friend of Kiarostami, reflected on…
Has Bashar al-Assad's Daughter Become a Horse Riding Champion in Tehran?
Conflicting reports have emerged about whether Shahm al-Assad, daughter of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, participated in equestrian competitions in Tehran. While some officials claim she…
Identification and Trial of Several Hezbollah Members for Attacking Israelis in Bulgaria
The Bulgarian government is prosecuting several Hezbollah members for a 2012 bombing that killed Israeli tourists, with the identification of suspects being confirmed by the…
Mahshahr: Fire That 'Caused Millions of Dollars in Damage' Continues
A major fire at the Bouali Petrochemical Complex in Mahshahr, which has been ongoing for three days, has reportedly caused millions of dollars in damage.…
Mahrjui, Makhmalbaf, Partovi, and Talebi-Nejad Reflect on Abbas Kiarostami
The Iranian cultural community is mourning the loss of renowned filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami, with many filmmakers expressing their grief and reflecting on his impact on…
Death of Abbas Kiarostami: Presidents Pay Tribute to the Artist
Abbas Kiarostami, a celebrated Iranian filmmaker, passed away at the age of 76 in Paris, prompting tributes from Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and former President…
International Reactions to the Death of Abbas Kiarostami
Abbas Kiarostami, a celebrated Iranian filmmaker, passed away in Paris at the age of 76 after suffering a brain clot. His death has prompted significant…
Missile Attack on Liberty Camp Leaves 'Over 40 Injured'
Liberty Camp near Baghdad was hit by missile attacks, injuring over 40 people, according to MEK sources. The attacks are believed to be linked to…
Controversial Billboards in Tehran and Citizens' 'Suggested Banners'
Tehran has installed controversial anti-American billboards as part of a designated week to highlight alleged U.S. human rights violations. Critics, including sociologists, argue that this…