May 2023
The U.S. Condemns North Korea's Launch of a 'Satellite Launch Vehicle'
The U.S. condemned North Korea's satellite launch as a violation of UN resolutions, urging Pyongyang to stop its provocations. North Korea had announced plans for…
Filtering Has Not Stopped Iranians' Presence in Cyberspace; Over 50% of People Are Active on Social Media
Despite the filtering of major social media platforms in Iran, millions of users remain active, with significant engagement on Instagram and Twitter. The report highlights…
Exclusive | Statements of the Head of Evin Prison During the 1988 Executions from the Perspective of Two Legal Experts
Two human rights lawyers analyzed statements made by Hossein Mortazavi Zanjani, the former head of Evin Prison, regarding the mass executions of political prisoners in…
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…
Risk of Deportation for Iranian Refugee Filmmaker; Canada: Mahshid Ahangarani Has 'Visited Iran Several Times'
Mahshid Ahangarani Farahani, an Iranian filmmaker and refugee in Canada, is at risk of deportation due to her travels to Iran, where her films are…
Special Report | Turkey Elections: Potential Change in Immigration Policy and Concerns of Iranian Migrants
The upcoming Turkish elections have raised concerns among Iranian migrants as anti-immigration policies become a focal point, with Kemal Kilicdaroglu promising to return millions of…
Judiciary: Unveiled Figures Will Be Deprived of Professional Activities
The Iranian Judiciary announced a new bill imposing harsher penalties on public figures who do not comply with mandatory hijab laws, including professional activity deprivation.…
Tenants, the New Victims of Inflation; Hidden Hunger and Malnutrition Intensified
The article discusses the worsening situation of Iranian tenants facing economic pressures due to high inflation, leading to severe food insecurity and malnutrition. It highlights…
China's Government Deletes 1.4 Million Social Media Posts
The Chinese government has deleted 1.4 million social media posts and 67,000 accounts as part of a crackdown on misinformation and other issues. This campaign…
Celine Dion Cancels All Concerts for the Next Year
Celine Dion has canceled all her concerts for the next year due to a rare neurological illness, which has significantly impacted her health and ability…
US Reaction to Prisoner Exchange with the Islamic Republic; A Disturbing Example for Advancing Political Goals
The US State Department expressed relief over the release of a Belgian citizen by Iran while condemning the unjust imprisonment of foreign nationals for political…
Reuters Investigative Report; Hacking Group 'Thunderstorm' Targets the U.S.
A Reuters report highlights the hacking group 'Thunderstorm,' which is reportedly targeting U.S. critical infrastructure for espionage. The group is linked to rising tensions between…
Reuters Investigative Report: Climate Challenges Threaten Water and Energy Resources in Asia
A Reuters report highlights the severe climate-related threats to water and energy resources in Asia, affecting nearly 2 billion people across 16 countries. The findings…
Concerns of Turkish Kurds Over Erdogan's Continued Rule
Kurdish opposition to Erdogan is concerned that his potential victory in the upcoming elections will lead to increased repression against them. The Kurdish population, which…
Statement from the President of the United States Following the Death of Tina Turner, 'Queen of Rock and Roll'
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden issued a statement mourning the death of Tina Turner, highlighting her remarkable journey from a farmer's daughter…
Restoring Real Sensation to Prosthetic Hands; Afghan-Origin Scientist from Lausanne Polytechnic Explains to Voice of America
Dr. Soleiman Shakur and his team at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne are developing technology to restore temperature sensation in prosthetic limbs for amputees.…
Response of Pop Music Readers to the Minister of Culture's Statements: Don't Deceive the People
The Iranian Minister of Culture claimed that rumors about the prohibition of pop singers are false, leading to backlash from artists like Reza Sadeghi, who…
Two Separate Discoveries; Fossils Reveal the Life of Two Prehistoric Predators
Recent fossil discoveries in South Africa and Spain reveal insights into prehistoric predators, including the Inostranzewia mammal and the Protaetliys dinosaur. These findings enhance our…
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…
Russia's Reaction to Potential F-16 Delivery to Ukraine: It Will Not Undermine Russian Military Objectives
Russian officials reacted to the potential delivery of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, claiming it would not weaken their military objectives. They emphasized that Ukraine…
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…
Voting for the Second Round of Turkey's Presidential Elections Begins Abroad
Voting for the second round of Turkey's presidential elections has begun for citizens abroad, with Erdoğan and Kılıçdaroğlu as the main candidates. The elections are…
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…
G7's Concern Over Iran's Escalating Nuclear Program and Human Rights Violations
The G7 leaders have voiced strong concerns regarding Iran's nuclear program and human rights violations in a draft statement ahead of their summit in Hiroshima.…
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…
Life Sentence for Sayfullo Saipov, Attacker of the New York Terrorist Incident
Sayfullo Saipov has been sentenced to life in prison for a 2017 terrorist attack in New York that killed eight people. The court heard from…
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia; 'Always Together, United in Diversity'
May 17 marks the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, with global leaders emphasizing the importance of diversity and equality for LGBTQ+ individuals. In…
Exclusive; Benjamin Brier's Sister: We Are Worried About Other Hostages
Blandine Brier, sister of released French hostage Benjamin Brier, expresses concern for other hostages still held in Iran. She highlights Benjamin's recovery process while emphasizing…
Analytical Report: The Annual Cost of Enforcing Hijab Equals the Wages of Millions of Workers in Iran
The Open Data Iran database estimates that enforcing mandatory hijab costs Iranian society between 40 to 45 trillion tomans annually, equivalent to the wages of…
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…
Turkey's Elections and the Disappointment of Kilicdaroglu's Supporters: 'I Wish I Had Been Born in Another Country'
Turkey's presidential elections have moved to a second round after President Erdogan led in the first round with 49.4% of the votes against Kemal Kilicdaroglu's…
Second Victory for Iran's Representative in Asian Club Volleyball Championship in Bahrain
Iran's Shahdab Yazd volleyball team achieved its second victory in the Asian Club Volleyball Championship by defeating Kam Air Afghanistan. The team, featuring former national…
American Fighters Intercept Six Russian Aircraft Near Alaska
American fighters intercepted six Russian aircraft near Alaska, including bombers and fighters, in what NORAD described as a routine operation. This incident highlights ongoing military…
Buzorgmehr Vaziri: Ferdowsi is the Identity Document of Iranian Ethnicities; Depiction of Lion and Sun in Shahnameh
Buzorgmehr Vaziri, a Shahnameh researcher, asserts that Ferdowsi is the identity document of Iranian ethnicities, countering claims of racism against him. He emphasizes the cultural…
Turkey Elections; Twitter Rhetoric of Main Rivals as Vote Counting Nears Completion
The Turkish presidential elections have concluded, with Recep Tayyip Erdogan leading against Kemal Kilicdaroglu as votes are counted. Both candidates have taken to Twitter to…
Moscow: Two Russian Military Commanders Killed in Ukraine Attacks
Moscow reported the deaths of two Russian military commanders in eastern Ukraine amid ongoing battles in Bakhmut. Ukrainian forces have been attempting to break through…
Counting Votes in Turkey's Election; Kilicdaroglu Claims He is 'Leading', Not Erdogan
Initial results from Turkey's presidential election show Erdogan leading with 52% of the votes compared to Kilicdaroglu's 42%. Kilicdaroglu disputes this claim, asserting he is…
A Member of Parliament Announced; Water Reserves in Sistan and Baluchestan Only Last for the Next Two Months
A parliamentary member has warned that water reserves in Sistan and Baluchestan will be depleted in two months, risking a humanitarian crisis for the region's…
Benjamin Brier's Family Embraced Him 'After Three Hellish Years'
Benjamin Brier, a French citizen imprisoned in Iran for three years, was reunited with his family, who expressed concern over his weakened state. His family…
Zelensky's Visit to Rome; Italy Promises Full Support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Zelensky visited Italy, where he received assurances of comprehensive support from Italian President Mattarella and Prime Minister Meloni. This visit marks a significant…
Unprecedented Military Aid from Germany to Ukraine; Dozens of Tanks and Drones Head to Battle Against Russia
Germany has announced a significant military aid package to Ukraine worth 2.7 billion euros, including tanks, drones, and air defense systems, in response to the…
Israel says the war will continue as long as necessary
Israel's military campaign against Islamic Jihad continues following a missile attack that killed one Israeli and injured ten. Netanyahu has vowed to keep the offensive…
12 Human Rights Organizations Express Regret Over Appointment of Iranian Ambassador as President of the 2023 Social Forum
Twelve international human rights organizations have expressed deep concern over the appointment of Ali Bahraini, Iran's UN ambassador, as President of the 2023 Social Forum.…
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…
UK Charity Commission Appoints Interim Director for Islamic Centre of England
The UK Charity Commission has appointed Emma Moody as the interim director of the Islamic Centre of England due to governance concerns and failures by…
Ukraine: Safety of Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant at Risk
Ukraine's Energoatom warns that the evacuation of over 3,000 workers from the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant poses a significant safety risk, exacerbating an already critical…
New Research: Preventing the Annual Death of One Million Infants by Providing Affordable Services to Pregnant Women
New research indicates that affordable healthcare services for pregnant women could prevent over one million infant deaths annually in developing countries. An international team has…
Joe Biden Calls for a 'Fair Agreement' for Striking Writers in Hollywood
President Joe Biden has called for a fair agreement for striking Hollywood writers during an event at the White House. The writers are protesting for…
Severe Fire at Dorcheh Power Plant in Isfahan; Request for Help from Nearby Fire Departments
A severe fire broke out at the Abbaspoor power plant in Dorcheh, Isfahan, prompting requests for assistance from nearby fire departments. While some sources suggest…
Law Serves 'Honor Killings'; A Human Rights Organization Reports Release of a Killer One Week After Arrest
A father who murdered his daughter was released from prison just a week after his arrest, facilitated by the consent of the victim's mother. This…
Right-wing Presidential Candidate in Paraguay Arrested
Paraguayo Cubas, a right-wing presidential candidate in Paraguay, was arrested after alleging election fraud and calling for protests. He finished third in the election, which…
Joe Biden Congratulates Charles III on His Coronation as King of Britain
Joe Biden congratulated King Charles III and Queen Camilla on their coronation in a grand ceremony in London, attended by world leaders and millions of…
UN Refugee Agency: Keep Sudan's Borders Open
The UN Refugee Agency has called for countries to keep their borders open to Sudanese fleeing conflict, highlighting a humanitarian crisis with rising child mortality…
Britain Prepares for the Coronation of Charles III
Britain is set to hold the coronation of King Charles III on May 6, 2023, with world leaders invited and millions expected to watch. The…
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…
Looting of Aid Trucks in Sudan; UN Calls for 'Safe Passage' of Relief Supplies
The UN is seeking guarantees for the safe passage of humanitarian aid in Sudan after six aid trucks were looted amid ongoing violence. The conflict…
Writers' Strike Begins in Hollywood; Production Halted
Writers in Hollywood have gone on strike, shutting down talk shows and halting production due to demands for higher wages and job security. Over 11,000…
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…
Mawlawi Abdolhamid: If Detaining Us Solves People's Problems, Then Imprison Us
Mawlawi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian authorities for failing to address the people's problems, suggesting that if detaining protesters could solve these issues, they should imprison…
Expansion of Tax Scope for Citizens; From Real Estate and Vehicle Transactions to Gold and Cryptocurrency
Iran's parliament has approved a bill to expand the scope of taxes on private transactions, including real estate, vehicles, gold, and cryptocurrencies. This move has…
An Iranian forensic official announced; 1900 workers died in workplace accidents in 1401
In Iran, 1900 workers died in workplace accidents in 1401, a slight decrease from the previous year. However, the statistics suggest a higher average than…