January 2017
Hassan Rouhani to Travel to Russia for Talks with Vladimir Putin
Hassan Rouhani is set to visit Russia in March for discussions with Vladimir Putin, marking his first trip to Moscow as president. This meeting is…
Stricter Regulations on the Exit Ban for Bank Debtors from Iran
The Central Bank of Iran has tightened regulations on bank debtors, prohibiting them from leaving the country for any reason, including medical treatment and pilgrimage.…
The Pot and the Oak Tree; The Image of a Failed Iranian Intellectual
The Rotterdam International Film Festival features only one Iranian film this year, Kiarash Anvari's "The Pot and the Oak Tree," which explores the life of…
End of Debris Removal Operations at Plasco Building
The debris removal operations at the Plasco building have concluded after 9 days, recovering the bodies of 15 firefighters and four civilians. No officials have…
Rescue Operations Continue at Plasco Building; Victim Count Reaches 15
The Plasco building collapse in Tehran has resulted in 15 confirmed deaths, including 11 firefighters. Rescue operations are ongoing, and there are significant criticisms regarding…
Donald Trump Thanks Iranian Photographer Who Captured His Inauguration
Donald Trump expressed gratitude to Iranian-American photographer Abbas ShirMohammadi for capturing his inauguration ceremony. The photo, however, contains a date error, which has sparked discussions…
Half of the Plasco Rubble Has Been Removed
Rescue efforts at the Plasco building site continue as half of the rubble has been cleared, with ongoing searches for trapped individuals. The mayor of…
Rumi in America: 'Islamization' of Rumi's Poetry
The article discusses Coleman Barks' translations of Rumi's poetry, highlighting concerns about his omission of Islamic references and the implications of presenting Rumi to a…
Statistical Center: Inflation in Iran Decreased to 6.9% in December
Iran's inflation rate decreased to 6.9% in December, according to the Statistical Center, while the Central Bank reported a higher inflation rate of 8.6% for…
Explosion in Parachinar, Pakistan Leaves Dozens Dead and Injured
A bomb explosion in Parachinar, Pakistan, has killed at least 21 people and injured 50, with the Pakistani Taliban and Lashkar-e-Jhangvi claiming responsibility. The attack…
Sale of Evin Prison to Tehran Municipality Canceled
The sale of Evin Prison to the Tehran Municipality has been canceled due to the municipality's lack of interest and concerns over the high costs…
Ghalibaf: I Oppose the Deposit of Municipal Revenues into the Government Treasury
Tehran's mayor, Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, opposes a provision that would transfer financial oversight of municipalities to the Court of Audit and mandates that municipal revenues…
Registration of 105,000 Mutual Divorces in the First 10 Months of 2016
In the first ten months of 2016, Iran registered 138,353 divorces, with 105,533 being mutual. The rising divorce rates, particularly among younger couples, highlight significant…
Changing Approach of Hashemi Rafsanjani; Opportunism or Rectifying the Past?
The article discusses the shift in Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani's political approach and whether it is motivated by self-interest or a desire to amend past actions.…
From the 'Bloody' 60s and 70s to the 'Green' 80s and 90s; What is History's Verdict on Him?
The death of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani has sparked a significant divide in Iranian society, with differing views on his legacy ranging from hero to traitor.…
Representative of Ayatollah Khamenei: Iran is not willing to boycott this year's Hajj
Iran's representative for Hajj affairs stated that the country will not boycott this year's Hajj despite Saudi Arabia's rejection of its conditions. Negotiations are set…
Why Does Islam Recognize Polygamy 'For Men'?
The article discusses the recognition of polygamy for men in Islam, featuring a debate between Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Ali Elahi and women's rights activist Azadeh Davachi.…
Rouhani's Assistant: Ethnic Factions Will Not Help Solve Ethnic Issues
Ali Yunusi, an advisor to President Rouhani, argues that ethnic factions in the Iranian parliament will not resolve ethnic issues, emphasizing that local demands are…
A Member of Parliament: The Allegation Against the Producer of the Series 'Shahrzad' Has Not Yet Been Proven
A member of the Iranian Parliament, Amir Khajasteh, stated that allegations of money laundering against the producer of the series 'Shahrzad' have not been proven,…
400,000 Victims of Fights Visited Forensic Medicine in 2016
In the first eight months of 2016, over 400,000 individuals sought medical attention due to fight-related injuries in Iran, with Tehran, Khorasan Razavi, and Isfahan…
Iranian Doctor Residing in Sweden on Hunger Strike in Evin Prison
Ahmadreza Jalali, an Iranian doctor and researcher in Italy, has been on hunger strike in Evin Prison for ten days after being imprisoned for nearly…
The Kolbari Border of Qasr-e Shirin Will Be Reopened Soon
The kolbari border in Qasr-e Shirin is set to reopen soon, allowing kolbars to import non-food goods worth two million tomans per trip. This move…
Government's Response to Judiciary: Investigate Every Claim Made by Babak Zanjani
The Iranian government, represented by spokesperson Mohammad Baqer Nobakht, has responded to judiciary head Sadegh Larijani's accusations against Babak Zanjani, denying any financial misconduct during…
Minister of Communications: I have discussed the filtering of 'Clash of Clans' with the President
The Iranian Minister of Communications has discussed the filtering of 'Clash of Clans' with the President, expressing hope for a quick resolution. The game was…