September 2023
US Forces Capture Key ISIS Member in Northern Syria
U.S. forces captured Mamdouh Ibrahim al-Hajji Sheikh, a key ISIS member, in northern Syria, continuing their commitment to dismantling the group. This follows the recent…
Human Rights Sources: A Kolber Killed by Military Gunfire in Baneh
A 28-year-old kolber named Mohammad Khaledi was killed by military gunfire in Baneh, Iran, highlighting the dangers faced by those engaged in this occupation due…
Moscow Format Meeting; Taliban: Collaborate with Us Instead of Providing Governance Models
The fifth Moscow Format meeting on Afghanistan took place in Kazan, Russia, where the Taliban's foreign minister urged regional cooperation instead of foreign governance models.…
Human Rights Sources: Number of Detainees in Protests in Zahedan, Khash, and Mirjaveh Exceeds 48
Protests in Zahedan, Khash, and Mirjaveh have led to at least 48 detentions following Friday prayers. Journalist Mehdi Nakhl-Ahmadi highlights the ongoing demands for justice…
Prince Reza Pahlavi: Those Responsible for the Massacre of Iran's Children in 'Bloody Friday of Zahedan' Will Be Punished
Prince Reza Pahlavi condemned the massacre of Baluch citizens during the 'Bloody Friday' incident in Zahedan, calling it an act of revenge by the Iranian…
Azerbaijani Forces Arrest Former Leader of Separatist Nagorno-Karabakh Government
Azerbaijani forces arrested Ruben Vardanyan, the former leader of the separatist Nagorno-Karabakh government, as he attempted to flee to Armenia amid a mass exodus of…
Participation of Afghan Female Athletes in Asian Games
A group of Afghan female athletes has gathered in Hangzhou, China, to participate in the Asian Games, despite fleeing their country due to Taliban restrictions…
Alexei Navalny's Appeal Rejected by Court
Alexei Navalny's appeal against a 19-year prison sentence was rejected, leading to a potential total of over 30 years in prison. This ruling is seen…
Explosion in Nagorno-Karabakh Leaves 20 Dead and Dozens Injured
An explosion at a gas station in Nagorno-Karabakh has resulted in at least 20 deaths and 300 injuries amid a mass exodus of ethnic Armenians…
The Smell of September: Astronomical Costs | Media Reports: Parents Pay for School Transport in Installments
Iranian families are facing skyrocketing school transport costs, with some parents forced to pay in installments due to financial strain. The Tehran City Council has…
Kremlin Critic Journalist Transferred to Prison in Siberia
Vladimir Kara-Murza, a journalist and Kremlin critic, has been transferred to a high-security prison in Siberia after being sentenced to 25 years for treason. His…
A Member of Parliament: We Should Not Be Naive to Think That Public Protests Have Died Down
Mohammad Hassan Asafari, a member of the Iranian parliament, argues that public protests against economic issues are justified and warns against complacency regarding their cessation.…
Strike at Urmia Cement Factory; Protests Over Wages and Discrimination Between Workers and Managers
Workers at the Urmia Cement Factory have gone on strike due to insufficient wages and discrimination between their salaries and those of managers. The protests…
Resignation of Academy of Sciences Secretary in Protest Against 'Interference' of Supreme Cultural Revolution Council
Reza Faraji-Dana, the Secretary of the Academy of Sciences in Iran, has resigned in protest against the Supreme Cultural Revolution Council's interference in appointments within…
Israeli Artillery Attacks in Syria; Two Islamic Jihad Members Killed in Drone Strike
The Israeli army conducted artillery strikes in Syria, targeting structures used by the Syrian army, while two members of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad were killed…
Minister of Economy: Pricing and Assessment for the Transfer of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane is Underway
The Iranian Minister of Economy announced that the pricing and assessment for the transfer of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company is ongoing, amid ongoing protests from…
Fact-Checking | Islamists' Misuse of Artificial Intelligence for 'Deepfake' Apocalyptic Narratives
A new report reveals that an Islamist network is using artificial intelligence to create deepfake videos promoting apocalyptic narratives, including a deepfake of Elon Musk.…
Re-arrest of Khalid Pirzadeh, Political Activist, and His Transfer to an Unknown Location
Khalid Pirzadeh, a former political prisoner and bodybuilding champion, was re-arrested in Ahvaz and transferred to an unknown location. His previous imprisonment was marked by…
Arash Mirahmadi, Iranian Actor, Passes Away
Arash Mirahmadi, a well-known Iranian actor and comedian, has passed away at the age of 52 after a battle with cancer and liver complications. His…
Economic Protests in Kermanshah and Kurdistan; Retirees: The Government's Work is the Plunder of the People's Money
Protests by retirees in Kermanshah and Kurdistan continue as they demand better pensions and respect for their rights. The protests highlight widespread dissatisfaction with government…
Arash Sadeghi's Appeal Rejected; Court of Appeals Confirms 4-Year Sentence for Civil Activist
Arash Sadeghi's appeal against a four-year prison sentence has been rejected by the Court of Appeals in Iran. He faces multiple charges related to his…
US and Saudi Arabia Conduct Anti-Drone Exercise 'Red Sands'
The US and Saudi Arabia conducted a joint anti-drone exercise named 'Red Sands 23.2' to showcase their capabilities against drone threats. This exercise reflects the…
Release of the song 'My Head is Forbidden'; Ariyous: The heroic people of Iran have done great things
Ariyous, an Iranian artist in Turkey, has released a protest song titled 'My Head is Forbidden' in response to the killing of Mahsa Amini and…
U.S. House of Representatives Approves 'Mahsa Law' with Overwhelming Majority
The U.S. House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed the 'Mahsa Law,' which mandates sanctions against Iranian officials for human rights abuses. This legislation now moves…
Abdul Fadl Ghadiani: The Next Waves of the Movement Will Overthrow the 'Corrupt Islamic Republic System'
Abdul Fadl Ghadiani, a political activist, asserts that the Iranian people's movement against the Islamic Republic will eventually succeed in overthrowing Ali Khamenei. He highlights…
Transfer of Bahareh Hedayat to Prison; Request from Mahsa Amini's Mother and 21 Political Prisoners to End Hunger Strike
Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, is on her thirteenth day of hunger strike, protesting government repression and the death of fellow prisoner Javad Rouhi. Her…
Competition of Two Iranian Grandmasters with American and French Flags in World Women's Chess Championship
Two Iranian chess grandmasters, Atousa Pourkashian and Mitra Hajazi-Pour, competed under the flags of the USA and France at the World Women's Chess Championship, sparking…
Education International Calls for Immediate Release of All Imprisoned Teachers in the Islamic Republic
Education International has called for the immediate release of all imprisoned teachers in Iran, particularly highlighting the deteriorating health of Jafar Ebrahimi, who has been…
Reactions Continue; A University of Tehran Professor Speaks of 'Threat to Iran', Another Professor Talks of 'Dying' After Dismissal
Recent dismissals of professors at Iranian universities, particularly those critical of the government, have sparked significant backlash. Professors Abbas Kazemi and Hossein Akhani have voiced…
Concerns of the Islamic Republic over 'Childbearing' Issue; Increase in Unmarried Girls Reaching Marriage Age
The Iranian government is expressing concern over the rising age of marriage and increasing rates of permanent singleness among women, which are linked to high…
The Anniversary of Pouya Bakhtiari's Birth Held with Expressions of 'Hope' for a 'Rebirth of Iran'
A memorial for Pouya Bakhtiari, a protester killed in 2019, was held on the eve of Mahsa Amini's death anniversary, attended by family and activists.…
New Challenge for Implementing 'Childbearing' Policy; Shortage of 20,000 Midwives in Iran
Iran faces a significant shortage of 20,000 midwives as the government promotes childbearing policies. This shortage is compounded by the migration of healthcare professionals, raising…
Central Bank Governor Announces Removal of Dollar from 'Tourism Transactions' with Regional Countries
The Central Bank of Iran plans to eliminate the use of the dollar in tourism transactions with regional countries, starting with the Arbaeen pilgrimage. This…
Release of the Music Video 'Drunkenness on the Wet Rooftop'; Emad Ghavidel: My Goal is Cultural Awareness
Emad Ghavidel, an Iranian rapper, released a music video addressing the dangers of counterfeit alcoholic beverages affecting Iranian youth. The song aims to raise cultural…
Iranian Government Condemned to Pay Compensation to the Children of Abbas Amir-Entezam
A U.S. federal court has ordered the Iranian government to pay $19.5 million in damages for the torture of Abbas Amir-Entezam, a prominent political figure…
Bahrain Collaborates with Israel on Water Management, Agriculture, and Medical Technologies
Bahrain is enhancing its collaboration with Israel in water management, agriculture, and medical technologies, marking the third anniversary of the Abraham Accords. This cooperation aims…
Border Clash Between Pakistan and Afghanistan; Torkham Crossing Remains Closed
The Torkham border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan remains closed due to deadly clashes between border forces. Talks between Pakistani and Taliban officials have failed…
Government Official's Reaction to the 'Monetization' of Education for Foreign Students; Costs Similar to Iranian Students
A government official responded to reports of foreign students being required to pay tuition fees, which has led to a significant dropout rate. The Ministry…
Direct Flights Between Tehran and Cairo to Launch; 'No Agreement Signed Yet'
Iran and Egypt are in discussions to establish direct flights between Tehran and Cairo, but no formal agreement has been signed yet. This follows a…
The US and UK Welcome Jordan's Joining the 'International Maritime Security Coalition'
The US and UK have welcomed Jordan's entry into the International Maritime Security Coalition, highlighting its commitment to regional security and free trade. This coalition,…