January 2015
Ali Motahari, Tehran Representative, Claims Increased Self-Censorship and Limited Freedom of Expression in Iran
Ali Motahari highlights the growing self-censorship and diminishing freedom of expression in Iran's media under President Rouhani's administration. This situation is attributed to fears of…
Mohammad Kordbacheh: The Country Can Be Managed with Zero Oil
Mohammad Kordbacheh argues that Iran can manage its economy even with zero oil revenue, emphasizing the need for prioritization in budget allocations. Meanwhile, economists like…
Examining the Phenomenon of Book Fabrication in Iran in Conversation with Fathollah Biniyaz
Fathollah Biniyaz discusses the rising issue of book fabrication in Iran, where authors often copy or summarize existing works without original creativity. This trend affects…
The Interview Becomes Sony's Best-Selling Online Film
Sony's 'The Interview' has become its best-selling online film after a controversial release following cyberattacks attributed to North Korea. The film's success, generating $31 million…
Lebanon Restricts Entry of Syrian Citizens
Lebanon has implemented new visa restrictions for Syrian citizens, limiting their entry and stay in the country amid concerns over the impact of the Syrian…
Kianoush Ayari's Reaction to the Apology of the Head of the Cinema Organization
Kianoush Ayari criticized the apology of Hojjatollah Ayubi, head of the Cinema Organization, for the non-screening of his film "Khaneh Pedari", stating that the only…
North Korean Leader: We Can Engage in Dialogue if Seoul Wishes
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un expressed readiness for high-level talks with South Korea if they are sincere in their desire for dialogue. This comes after…