March 2017
Patriotism or Cosmopolitanism?
The article discusses the debate between patriotism and cosmopolitanism in Iran, featuring perspectives from former diplomat Reza Ghasemi, who defends patriotism, and journalist Mohammad Heydari,…
Hosseini Tofigh, Editor of the Satirical Magazine Tofigh, Passes Away
Hosseini Tofigh, a prominent Iranian satirical journalist and editor of the Tofigh magazine, died at the age of 88 due to complications from a lung…
Court Confirms Five-Year Prison Sentence for Christian Convert
Ibrahim Firouzi, a Christian convert in Iran, has had his five-year prison sentence confirmed by the appeals court for allegedly disrupting national security. Human rights…
Jawadi Hesar: Public Opinion Should Judge Ahmadinejad in Upcoming Elections
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has criticized Hassan Rouhani in a recent speech, while political analyst Mohammad Sadegh Jawadi Hesar suggests that public opinion should judge Ahmadinejad in…
Head of Iran's Election Headquarters: Number of Candidates for City Council Elections Has Tripled
The number of candidates for the Tehran City Council elections has surpassed 900, with a reported threefold increase in candidates across Iran. The registration process…
Recent Acid Attack in Isfahan Involved Family Daughter as Perpetrator
A daughter in Isfahan has been identified as the perpetrator of an acid attack on her family, motivated by revenge. This incident highlights the unusual…
News-Making Figure of 1395 Selected by You: Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani was named the most newsworthy figure of 1395 by Radio Farda's audience following his death in December. This selection highlights the significant…
Is Corruption Systematic in Iran?
Ali Larijani denies that corruption in Iran is systematic, despite warnings from former MP Ahmad Tavakoli about the prevalence of corruption in government institutions. This…
Invitation to Women to Register for Council Elections
The Reformist Women's Assembly is urging qualified women to register for upcoming council elections in Iran, emphasizing the importance of women's participation in governance. Mohammad…
Ali Larijani: Corruption in the Islamic Republic is not Systematic
Ali Larijani, the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, claims that while corruption exists in Iran's administrative system, it is not systematic or organized. This statement…
Perspectives: A Review of the Most Important Political Developments of 2016
In 2016, significant political confrontations occurred within Iran, including the death of key political figure Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and ongoing tensions between President Rouhani and…
Esfandiar Monfaredzadeh's Dinner Party in Golkharestan
Esfandiar Monfaredzadeh hosts a dinner party with historical and religious figures including Cyrus, Zoroaster, Christ, Marx, and Mohammad Reza Shah, discussing their significance and the…
Central Bank Announces Completion of 'Second List of Major Bank Debtors'
The Central Bank of Iran has prepared a second list of 50 major bank debtors to be submitted to the judiciary amidst rising overdue debts…
Dozens of Human Rights Organizations Call for Extension of UN Special Rapporteur's Mandate on Human Rights in Iran
41 human rights organizations are urging the UN Human Rights Council to extend the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, highlighting…
Afshin Yadollahi, Lyricist of 'Forbidden Fruit' and 'The Tenth Night', Passes Away
Afshin Yadollahi, a well-known Iranian lyricist and neurologist, died in a car accident at the age of 48. He was celebrated for his contributions to…
Member of Parliament Reports on 'Strange Lobbying' by Municipality to Reject Investigation Proposal
Fatemeh Saidi, a Tehran MP, reported heavy lobbying by the Tehran Municipality to reject an investigation proposal into its activities, citing pressure and absences among…
White House Releases Part of Trump's Tax Return for the First Time
The White House has released part of Donald Trump's tax return, revealing significant income and tax payments from 2005. This comes amid criticism of Trump's…
Views: Ahmadinejad's Political Defiance, A Shadow Over Iran's Leader!
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the former president of Iran, has hinted at a potential political comeback by supporting Hamid Reza Baghaei in the upcoming presidential elections, despite…
Person of the Year 1395 Selected by You
A poll was conducted to select the 'Person of the Year' for 1395 (2016-2017) in Iran, with Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani receiving the highest percentage of…
Ahmadinejad's Response to Rouhani: I Did Not Hand Over Empty Warehouses
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has publicly refuted accusations from Hassan Rouhani regarding the alleged emptiness of essential goods warehouses at the end of his presidency. Ahmadinejad claims…
Cultural Heritage Organization Confirms Burial of 'Unknown Martyrs' in the Ancient Site of Pasargadae
Iran's Cultural Heritage Organization has confirmed the burial of two unknown martyrs in the second-degree buffer zone of Pasargadae, near the tomb of Cyrus. This…
Ahmad Khatami: A Secret Committee is Reviewing Candidates for the Future Leader
Ahmad Khatami announced the formation of a secret committee within the Assembly of Experts to review candidates for the future leader of Iran, with only…
Al Ahmad, Jerusalem, and Me
Samuel Trop reflects on Jalal Al Ahmad's travelogue about Israel, highlighting its historical context and the complex relationship between Iran and Israel during the 1960s.…
Burial of 'Unknown Martyrs' in the Ancient Area of Pasargad Denied
Reports of the burial of two Iran-Iraq war victims in the protected area of Pasargad were denied by officials, stating they were buried elsewhere. The…
Burial of Two Unknown Martyrs in Pasargad Despite Objections from Cultural Heritage Officials
Two unknown martyrs from the Iran-Iraq war were buried in Pasargad, sparking controversy due to objections from cultural heritage officials. The construction of their memorial…
ECO Summit Emphasizes the Need to Combat Terrorism and Expand Economic Cooperation
The 13th ECO summit in Islamabad focused on combating terrorism and enhancing economic cooperation among member states, including Iran, Turkey, and Pakistan. The summit resulted…
Arrest of Several Civil and Political Activists in Various Cities of Iran
Several civil and political activists have been arrested in various cities across Iran, including notable figures like Farzaneh Jalali and Mehrnaz Haghighi. This trend of…