October 2024
After Months, Mahmoud al-Mashhadani Finally Elected as New Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament
Mahmoud al-Mashhadani has been elected as the new speaker of the Iraqi Parliament after a year-long vacancy. His election, supported by the Iran-aligned 'State of…
Narges Mohammadi Transferred to Hospital 'After 9 Weeks of Delay'
Narges Mohammadi, a political prisoner and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was transferred to the hospital after a 9-week delay in medical treatment, raising concerns about…
Daya Sharifeh: We Stand Against Executions, This 'State-Sponsored Murder'
Daya Sharifeh Zarini, mother of executed political prisoner Ramin Hossein Panahi, speaks out against state executions and supports the hunger strike of fellow activist Vrisheh…
Over a Hundred Civil Activists Call for an End to Vrisheh Moradi's Hunger Strike in Evin Prison
Over a hundred civil activists have urged Vrisheh Moradi, a political prisoner on a hunger strike for 16 days, to end his protest to allow…
Parliament Research Center: One Third of Iranians Cannot Meet Their Basic Needs
A recent report indicates that one-third of Iranians cannot meet their basic needs, with the poverty rate rising to 30.1%. Economic experts criticize government policies…
Shadow of War and Recession Over Iran's Economy; Gold and Currency Prices Hit Record Highs
Iran's economy is facing severe challenges as the US dollar price hits a record high of 68,000 tomans amid ongoing political tensions with Israel and…
Iranian Free Workers' Union: The Freedom-Seeking of Teachers, University Professors, and Youth Cannot Be Suppressed
The Iranian Free Workers' Union condemned the dismissal of teachers and university professors, emphasizing that repression cannot suppress the freedom-seeking movements of educators and youth.…
Seven Prisoners Executed in Tabriz, Two in Rasht and Isfahan
Seven prisoners were executed in Tabriz, and two others in Rasht and Isfahan, primarily for charges of premeditated murder and drug-related offenses. The Hengaw Human…
Head of the Water Industry Confederation Declares Iran's Water Situation 'Critical'
The head of the Water Industry Confederation has declared Iran's water situation critical, requiring massive investment to address the crisis, particularly in Tehran. The ongoing…
Guardian Council: The 'Chastity and Hijab' Bill Approved and in the Hands of Parliament
The Guardian Council has approved the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill, which imposes severe penalties for opponents of compulsory hijab, and it is now with Parliament.…
UN Calls for Investigation into Shooting of Afghan Refugees at Saravan Border
The UN has called for an investigation into the shooting of Afghan refugees by Iranian military forces at the Saravan border, with reports indicating over…
Soheila Golestani Nominated for Asia Pacific Screen Awards Amid Summons to Court
Soheila Golestani has been nominated for Best Actress at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards while facing legal troubles in Iran related to her film. The…
Iran's Resounding Victory Against Qatar on the Road to the 2026 World Cup
Iran's national football team defeated Qatar 4-1 in Dubai during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, showcasing strong performances from key players. This match marked a…
Government Spokesperson Mohajerani's Reaction to the Announcement of the 'Hijab and Chastity' Law: 'Cultural Issues Cannot Be Imposed by Force'
Fatemeh Mohajerani, spokesperson for the Pezeshkian government, emphasized that cultural issues like the 'Hijab and Chastity' law cannot be enforced by force but must be…
The Number of Victims of 'Fake Alcohol' in Gilan Rises to 18
The death toll from fake alcoholic beverages in Gilan, Iran, has risen to 18, with 66 others hospitalized due to severe poisoning. This issue highlights…
Iran's Trade Deficit Reaches $7 Billion Amid Dependency on a Few Countries
Iran's non-oil trade deficit has reached $7 billion in the first half of the year, following a record $17 billion deficit last year. The country's…
The Suspension of Tehran University Music Professor Under Medicalian's Government is Finalized
Azin Mohadd, a music professor at Tehran University, has had her six-month suspension confirmed by the government of Masoud Pezeshkian, following her support for protests…
Japanese Organization 'Hibakusha' Wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize
The Japanese organization 'Nihon Hidankyo' has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to promote nuclear disarmament and raise awareness about the…
Nobel Peace Prize Awarded to the Hibakusha Movement of Atomic Bomb Survivors in Hiroshima and Nagasaki
The Hibakusha movement, representing atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their advocacy against nuclear weapons. This…
Arrest of an Afghan National in the U.S. for Planning a Terrorist Attack on Election Day
Nasir Ahmad Tawhidi, a 27-year-old Afghan national in Oklahoma, was arrested for allegedly planning a terrorist attack on the U.S. presidential election day in the…
Powerful Milton Storm Approaches U.S. Coasts: Biden Postpones Foreign Trip
President Biden has postponed his foreign trip to monitor the powerful Storm Milton approaching Florida. The storm, now a Category 5, poses a significant threat…
An Economic Expert: The Real Number of Unemployed in the Country is '22 Million' and the Unemployment Rate is '45 Percent'
An economic expert claims that the actual unemployment rate in Iran is 45 percent, significantly higher than the official figure of 7.5 percent. This discrepancy…
Iranian Automakers Turn to Pistachio Sales
Iranian automakers are selling pistachios to secure foreign currency needed for importing parts due to government currency allocation issues. This has led to market disorder,…
Appeals Court Sentences Zhina Modarres Gorji to Two Years and Four Months in Prison
Zhina Modarres Gorji, a journalist and women's rights activist, has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison by the Kurdistan Province Appeals…
Confirmation of American Citizen's Death in Israeli Airstrike on Lebanon; U.S. Reaction
The U.S. confirmed the death of an American citizen, Kamil Ahmad Jawad, in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon. This incident raises concerns about civilian casualties…
A Baloch Prisoner 'Deprived of Treatment' Dies
Mahmoud Dahmarde, a Baloch prisoner sentenced to death, died from a heart attack after being denied medical treatment despite his serious health issues. His case…
The Number of Victims of 'Fake Alcohol' Reaches 26 in Four Days
In the last four days, 26 people have died in Iran from consuming counterfeit alcohol, with significant casualties reported in Hamadan, Gilan, and Mazandaran. The…
The Death Toll from the Flooding of the Helil River in Jiroft is Announced as 15
A flood in the Helil River in Jiroft, Kerman, has resulted in the confirmed deaths of 15 individuals, mostly Afghan children. The flooding occurred while…