August 2023
Ban on Women's Entry to Afghanistan's National Park; Taliban: Leisure is Not Essential, Hijab is Mandatory
The Taliban has banned women from entering Afghanistan's Band-e Amir national park without proper hijab, citing the necessity of adherence to Islamic law. This decision…
Dust Storms Affect Golestan and Mazandaran; Expert Warns Conditions Will Worsen
Dust storms are increasingly affecting northern provinces in Iran, with experts warning of severe environmental consequences. Mohammad Darvish and Mansour Sohrabi highlight the role of…
Ministry of Science Retreats; Sculpture Returns to Candidates' Selection Guide
The Iranian Ministry of Science has reinstated the Sculpture field in the candidates' selection guide for the national entrance exam after public outcry over its…
Exclusive; Brother of Mohammad Hajirassouli, a Victim of Protests: We Will Not Rest Until Freedom is Achieved
Hiwa Hajirassouli, brother of a victim of the protests against Mahsa Amini's death, asserts that families of victims will continue their fight for justice despite…
Increase in 'Abuse of Political Prisoners'; Group of Women Prisoners in Evin Call for Boycott of 'Asiatech'
A group of female political prisoners in Evin Prison has called for a boycott of Asiatech, alleging collusion with prison authorities that has led to…
Continuation of Deadly Incidents in Iran's Oil Industry; Seven Killed and Injured Due to Explosion at Sarakhs Refinery
An explosion at the Sarakhs gas refinery in Iran resulted in two deaths and five injuries among workers. This incident follows a series of deadly…
Mohammad Hossein Sepehri: I Move on the Path of Patriotism
Mohammad Hossein Sepehri, a political activist, claims he is being pressured through illegal case-making to choose between his job and his beliefs. He argues that…
Revisions Made to the University Entrance Exam Field Selection Guide; 'Cinema' Returns, but 'Sculpture' is Still Absent
The Cinema field has been reinstated in the university entrance exam selection guide, but the Sculpture field remains absent. This change follows significant public and…
White House: Agreement for the Release of American Prisoners in Iran Remains on Track
The White House believes an agreement for the release of five American prisoners in Iran is progressing, with four being moved to house arrest. This…
Dadban: Mashallah Karami, Father of Executed Protester, Arrested
Mashallah Karami, the father of executed protester Mohammad Mehdi Karami, and his lawyer were arrested ahead of the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death. This incident…
Several Schools in Tehran and Isfahan Evacuated Due to 'Land Subsidence'
Several schools in Tehran and Isfahan have been evacuated due to safety concerns related to land subsidence. The Iranian authorities have identified a significant number…
Armed Clash in Isfahan; Two Police Officers Killed
An armed confrontation in Isfahan resulted in the deaths of two police officers and two other individuals. The incident occurred during a chase after one…
Head of Shahid Beheshti Cancer Research Center: Iran Among Top Ten Countries in Cancer Growth
Dr. Mohammad Esmail Akbari announced that Iran ranks among the top ten countries for cancer growth, with breast and prostate cancers being the most prevalent.…
Public Reports on the 'Chaotic Situation' of Gas Stations; Oil Minister: Consumption is High
The Iranian Oil Minister claims that gasoline consumption has increased significantly, with reports of chaotic distribution at gas stations contradicting official statements. Citizens express frustration…
A Member of Parliament: The 'Mandatory Hijab' Bill Has Also Entered the Student Domain
A parliament member has raised concerns about the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill affecting students under 18, which includes punitive measures for non-compliance. The bill mandates…
Revealing the Basic Goods Mafia; Food Security of 85 Million People in the Hands of Two Individuals
A parliamentary session revealed that the food security of 85 million Iranians is controlled by two individuals who monopolize the import of essential food inputs.…
Iranian Directors' Guild Condemns Sentence Against Saeed Roustayi
The Iranian Directors' Guild condemned a six-month prison sentence and additional penalties against filmmaker Saeed Roustayi for his film 'Brothers Leila'. The ruling has sparked…
Flames Engulf the Forests of Paveh; Fire Rekindles from the Ashes
A significant fire reignited in the forests of Sardreh, Paveh, after being temporarily contained, prompting local officials to request assistance from skilled volunteers. This incident…
Police FATA Launches Campaign Against Marriage Websites with Over 40 Special Task Forces
Iran's Police FATA has launched a campaign against fraudulent marriage websites, forming over 40 special task forces to combat the issue. This initiative comes amid…
Ambiguity Surrounds the Fate of 'Establishing a Ministry of Commerce'; Minister of 'Industry, Mine and Trade' Opposes, Government Supports
The establishment of a Ministry of Commerce in Iran faces uncertainty due to the opposition of the new Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade, despite…
The Dire Economic Situation and Rising Insecurity in the Country; Armed Theft of Cigarettes and Gum
Iran is experiencing a rise in petty thefts involving firearms, reflecting deepening economic issues and social unrest. Experts attribute these incidents to poverty, insecurity, and…
Tehran: Prisoner Exchange with the U.S. Will Be Within the Framework of a 'Understanding'
Iran and the U.S. are negotiating a prisoner exchange, with five American dual nationals recently moved to house arrest in Tehran. The Iranian Foreign Ministry…
Niger's Military Government to Trial Ousted President Mohamed Bazoum on Charges of 'Treason'
Niger's military government has announced plans to trial ousted President Mohamed Bazoum for treason, criticizing ECOWAS sanctions as illegal. The situation has escalated tensions in…
The Iranian Livelihood Basket Shrinks; Clothing Budget for Lower Deciles: 30,000 Tomans a Year
The Iranian economy is facing a severe decline in the purchasing power of poor households, with the clothing budget for lower deciles reduced to 30,000…
Addressing Nurse Shortages in Hospitals with 'Mandatory Overtime' at 16,000 Tomans per Hour!
Iran is facing a severe nursing shortage exacerbated by the migration of healthcare workers and government policies that hinder hiring. Hospitals are resorting to mandatory…
Kareem Bagheri's Restaurant Closed for 'Not Observing Mandatory Hijab'
Kareem Bagheri's restaurant was shut down for not adhering to hijab regulations, reflecting a broader crackdown on athletes who supported protests against the Iranian government.…
Criticism of the Central Bank Governor of Iran; Trade News: Cherry-Picking Economic Statistics Continues
The Central Bank of Iran's Governor, Mohammad Reza Farzin, faces criticism for contradictory statements regarding inflation, as rising prices severely impact the purchasing power of…
Taliban Allocates Helmand Water Rights to Poppy Farms; Part of Iranian Territory Under Taliban Control
The Taliban has reportedly diverted Helmand water rights for its own agricultural use, including poppy farming, while Iranian farmers are being denied access to their…
CNN: The Framework for 'Dual National Prisoner Exchange' is Separate from 'Nuclear Agreement Negotiations'
CNN reports that the U.S. and Iran are negotiating the release of American prisoners separately from nuclear talks. The Biden administration is focused on bringing…
The film 'Barbie' continues to make headlines; screening banned in Kuwait and Lebanon
The film 'Barbie' has been banned in Kuwait and Lebanon due to claims that it threatens traditional values, despite containing no explicit sexual content. This…
Siamak Namazi's Family Confirms Transfer of Four Iranian-American Prisoners from Evin Prison
Siamak Namazi and three other Iranian-American prisoners have been transferred from Evin Prison to house arrest, as confirmed by their families. This development follows notifications…
Central Bank Seeks to Eliminate Currency Exchange Association; Exchanges to Become Part of 'Exchange Center'
The Central Bank of Iran is moving to dissolve the Currency Exchange Association and integrate exchanges into a new system focused on gold and precious…
A Group of Political and Civil Activists: Participation in Elections is a Form of Deception
A group of political and civil activists in Iran has declared that participating in upcoming elections is a form of deception and a betrayal of…
On the Brink of Deadline for Coup Plotters; France Supports ECOWAS Efforts to Neutralize Niger's Military Coup
France is backing ECOWAS's efforts to counter a military coup in Niger, which threatens regional stability. The coup plotters have until Sunday to step down,…
In the First Half of Mordad; Tens of Thousands of Calls Regarding 'Heat Stroke' Registered with Tehran Emergency Services
From August 1 to 13, Tehran's emergency services received over 87,000 calls related to heat stroke, coinciding with record temperatures reaching 50 degrees Celsius in…
West African Leaders Plan for Possible Military Intervention in Niger
West African leaders are preparing for a potential military intervention in Niger to restore the elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, after a coup. ECOWAS has imposed…
Fire and Mine Explosion Around Evin; Families of Prisoners: A Fire Burns in Our Hearts
A fire broke out around Evin Prison in Tehran, leading to explosions of mines in the area. Families of prisoners express their anguish over the…
Contradictory Statements by Health Minister Regarding Potential Extension of Nationwide Closure in Iran
The Iranian Health Minister made conflicting statements about the potential extension of a nationwide closure due to heat, suggesting it would depend on harmful temperatures…
Reason for the Proposal of 'Closure' Announced; Increase in Visits by Cardiac and Hypertension Patients in Recent Days
The Iranian Ministry of Health has proposed a two-day nationwide closure due to a 10% increase in visits by cardiac and hypertension patients, which is…