August 2015
Jahangiri's Defense Against Ahmadinejad is 'Ready'
Eshaq Jahangiri has prepared his defense against Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's complaint regarding accusations of defamation and falsehoods. This legal battle highlights the ongoing tensions between the…
Widespread Protests Against Malaysian Prime Minister
Widespread protests in Malaysia against Prime Minister Najib Razak have erupted following allegations of corruption involving hundreds of millions of dollars in his personal account.…
Iran's Minister of Intelligence Apologizes for Misquoting Ali Khamenei
Iran's Minister of Intelligence, Mahmoud Alavi, apologized for misquoting Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei regarding a propaganda issue. This incident highlights ongoing tensions within the Iranian…
Mohammad Javad Khordmand, Author of 'A Handful of Troubles', Passes Away
Mohammad Javad Khordmand, a notable Iranian writer known for his minimalist short stories, passed away. He was instrumental in the continuation of the literary magazine…
World Stars Defeat Iranian Football Stars in Charity Match
In a charity match at Azadi Stadium, a team of international football stars defeated Iranian football legends 3-0. The match featured notable players like Roberto…
Will the U.S. Embassy Be Next?
The article discusses the potential reopening of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran following the recent reopening of the British Embassy. It highlights the views of…
The Disruptor of the Azadi Stadium Match is a Film Director
Ali Malaghli Pour, a film director, disrupted a charity football match to protest the reduced screenings of his film due to competition from another film.…
The Impact of Increased Audiences on the Quality of Iranian Theater
The 14th Iranian Critics and Theater Writers Association festival highlighted concerns over the declining quality of Iranian theater despite an increase in audience size and…
Iran's Readiness to Transfer 100% Land Ownership to Foreign Investors
Iran is prepared to offer full land ownership to foreign investors as part of its strategy to attract foreign capital and boost exports. This announcement…
Del-Awaz and Azad University Deny; Shajarian Not Set to Sing for Rafsanjani
Reports claiming that Mohammad Reza Shajarian was commissioned to create a composition in honor of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani have been denied by both Azad University…
Islamic State Dismembers Body of Syrian Archaeologist
The Islamic State has dismembered the body of Khaled al-Asaad, an 82-year-old archaeologist who was beheaded for protecting the archaeological sites of Palmyra. His family…
Inflation Rate in Iran Shows 'Decrease' for August
Iran's inflation rate has shown a decrease for August, with the 12-month inflation rate at 13.8% and point-to-point inflation at 11.5%. This decline indicates a…
Ahmadinejad's Office: Statements Regarding the Intention to Arrest Mohammad Khatami are 'Incorrect'
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's office has denied claims made by former police commander Ismail Ahmadi Moghadam that Ahmadinejad requested the arrest of former president Mohammad Khatami in…
Hackers Expose User Data from a Dating Site
Hackers have leaked personal data from Ashley Madison, a dating site for married individuals, affecting 37 million users. The breach raises significant privacy concerns, especially…
Part of the Vegetation Cover of Hamoun Wetland Burned
A significant area of vegetation in the Hamoun Wetland has burned due to the negligence of local herders, raising concerns about environmental impacts and dust…
The Parliament's Board Refuses to Announce the Receipt of the Impeachment Proposals for the Ministers of Economy and Sports
The Iranian Parliament's leadership has refused to officially acknowledge impeachment proposals against the Ministers of Economy and Sports despite significant support from representatives. The reasons…
August 28; A Major Turning Point in Political Events in the Geography of Iran
August 28 marks a pivotal moment in Iranian history, characterized by the ousting of Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh, which allowed the young Shah to regain…
Addition of Kurdish Section to Persian Literature Textbook in Kurdistan
Kurdistan Province will introduce a Kurdish section in the Persian literature textbook for high school students starting next academic year, with support from the Ministry…
Attack on Three More Iranian Trucks in Turkey
Three Iranian trucks were attacked in Turkey, with one truck burned and no injuries to drivers. This marks the ninth attack on Iranian vehicles in…
Tehran Lacks Centralized Crisis Management Authority in Case of Earthquake
Iranian officials express concerns about the lack of a centralized crisis management authority in Tehran, especially in light of recent earthquakes. Experts warn that a…
Asian Champion Withdraws from National Team 'Due to Living Expenses'
Javad Mohajoub, an Asian judo champion, has withdrawn from the Iranian national team due to financial struggles and lack of support, stating he cannot continue…
Lebanon Arrests Fugitive Radical Cleric
Ahmad al-Assir, a radical Sunni cleric wanted for leading a deadly attack on the Lebanese army, was arrested at Beirut airport while attempting to flee…
Mostafa Tajzadeh Released on Leave from Evin Prison
Mostafa Tajzadeh, a prominent reformist political figure and former deputy minister, has been granted temporary leave from Evin Prison after years of imprisonment under harsh…
Risk of Destruction of the Genome of 100 Fish Species in Iran Due to Lack of Funding
The Iranian Fisheries Science Institute has extracted the genome of over 100 fish species for identification and registration but faces a risk of destruction due…
Jannati: The Nuclear Agreement Must Be Approved by the Parliament
Ahmad Jannati, a key cleric, insists that Iran's nuclear agreement should be approved by Parliament, highlighting a rift between the Rouhani government and conservative factions.…
Afkhm's Reaction to Obama's Remarks: It's American Policies That Need to Change
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Marzieh Afkhm, criticized U.S. President Obama's call for changes in Iran's leadership and policies, labeling it as repetitive and asserting that…
Zarif Discusses Afghanistan and Yemen with Pakistani Officials
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is in Pakistan to discuss regional issues, including Yemen and Afghanistan, with Pakistani officials. His visit underscores Iran's close…
Head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization: The Arak Reactor Pit Will Not Be Filled with Concrete
Ali Akbar Salehi, head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization, refuted John Kerry's claims about filling the Arak reactor pit with concrete, stating it would destroy…
Mahmoud Abbas to Visit Iran
Mahmoud Abbas, the President of the Palestinian Authority, is set to visit Iran in the coming months to strengthen relations and discuss cooperation. The Palestinian…
Iran to Discuss 'New Plan for Peace in Syria'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif is set to visit Damascus to discuss a new plan for resolving the Syrian crisis, marking his first trip…
Gharazi: If Hashemi Did Not Want the Issue to Be Clarified, He Would Not Have Brought His Son to Iran
Mohammad Gharazi discusses Hashemi Rafsanjani's recent comments on the revolution and the involvement of new revolutionaries, suggesting that Rafsanjani's intentions are misunderstood. He defends Rafsanjani's…
August 17: Journalist Day in Iran
August 17 marks Journalist Day in Iran, commemorating the death of reporter Mahmoud Sarami in 1998. The day serves as a platform for discussing the…
Japan Becomes Asian Volleyball Champion in Tehran
Japan won the Asian Volleyball Championship by defeating Iran 3-1 in Tehran, marking their eighth continental title. The Iranian team, missing key players, struggled against…
Minister of Science: The Case of Illegal Scholarships Has Been Resolved
The Iranian Minister of Science announced that the case of illegal scholarships has been resolved, allowing most students to continue their studies, except for 36…
Iran and Japan Volleyball Teams Reach Final of Asian Championship
Iran and Japan's volleyball teams have advanced to the final of the 2015 Asian Championship after defeating China and Qatar, respectively. Iran's comeback victory against…
Dust Storm in Ahvaz 46 Times Above Permissible Limit; Flights Disrupted
A severe dust storm in Ahvaz has caused air pollution levels to reach 46 times the permissible limit, resulting in flight cancellations and reduced visibility.…
Zarif: It is good for the U.S. to take advantage of this historic opportunity
Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif calls for the U.S. to seize a historic opportunity for diplomacy following the nuclear agreement. He emphasizes that past U.S. policies…
Strike of 5,500 Stone Cutting Units in Iran in Protest Against Value Added Tax
5,500 stone cutting units in Iran have gone on strike to protest the enforcement of a value-added tax, which they believe contradicts a prior agreement…
Italy Officially Invites Hassan Rouhani to Visit Rome
Italy has officially invited Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to visit Rome, aiming to strengthen economic ties post-sanctions. The invitation comes during a visit by Italian…
Health Minister: 5 Trillion Toman Insurance Debt Delays Doctors' Bonuses
Iran's Health Minister Hassan Hashemi announced that the significant debt owed by insurance companies has delayed doctors' bonuses for six months, affecting many physicians. The…
Denial of the Presence of Zarif's Son at the Wedding of the U.S. Secretary of State's Child
The Iranian Foreign Ministry denied reports that Mohammad Javad Zarif's son attended the wedding of the U.S. Secretary of State's child, labeling the claims as…
Mullah Omar's Family: We Have Not Pledged Allegiance to the New Taliban Leader
The family of Mullah Omar, the late Taliban leader, has stated they have not pledged allegiance to the newly appointed leader, Akhtar Mohammad Mansour, and…
Sixth Session of Saeed Mortazavi's Court Held
The sixth court session for Saeed Mortazavi, former Tehran prosecutor, addressed accusations related to the Kahrizak detention center where several protesters died. The father of…