September 2016
Amos Oz at Shimon Peres' Funeral: Peace is Achievable, Necessary, and Inevitable
Amos Oz delivered a poignant speech at the funeral of Shimon Peres, emphasizing the necessity of peace between Israelis and Palestinians. He criticized the current…
Why Does the 'Leader' Say This Matter Has No Connection to 'Radio Farda'?
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized Radio Farda and BBC for their coverage of his disapproval of Ahmadinejad's candidacy in the upcoming elections. He questioned why these media…
Ahmad Jannati's Implicit Reference to Ahmadinejad's Candidacy as a 'New Sedition'
Ahmad Jannati implied that Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's potential candidacy for the presidency represents a 'new sedition,' praising Ali Khamenei for preventing it. Ahmadinejad has since withdrawn…
Central Bank Report: About 26% of Government Revenues Unachieved
The Central Bank of Iran reports a significant shortfall in government revenues, with a 25.6% gap in projected income primarily due to declining oil revenues.…
Bombing of Two Main Hospitals in Aleppo
Two main hospitals in Aleppo, M10 and M2, were bombed amid ongoing Syrian government advances, resulting in severe destruction and a lack of medical facilities…
Ahmadinejad Responds to Khamenei's 'Advice': I Will Not Run
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad announced he will not run in the upcoming presidential elections, following advice from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. This decision comes…
U.S. Secretary of State Meets with Venezuelan President
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry met with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in Colombia, expressing concerns over Venezuela's economic and political crises. This meeting marks…
Khamenei Confirms His Opposition to Ahmadinejad's Candidacy
Ayatollah Khamenei has advised former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad against running in the upcoming presidential elections, citing concerns for both Ahmadinejad's and the country's interests. This…
Governor of Semnan: Several ISIS Members Arrested in Semnan Province
The governor of Semnan announced the arrest of several ISIS members in the province, along with the discovery of explosives. This incident highlights ongoing security…
Is Ahmadinejad on His Way Back?
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is reportedly considering running for president again, despite unconfirmed reports of Ayatollah Khamenei's opposition to his candidacy. This situation raises questions about the…
Women in Islam: Adorned with Dignity or Entangled in Limitations
The article discusses the contrasting views on women's status in Islam, featuring insights from women's rights activist Mahbubeh Abbasgholizadeh and religious scholar Mohammad Javad Akbarin.…
Reports of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani's Hospitalization Denied
Reports of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani being hospitalized due to a heart condition have been denied by his children, who assert that he is healthy and…
Afghanistan Government Signs Peace Pact with Hezb-e Islami Led by Gulbuddin Hekmatyar
The Afghan government has signed a peace agreement with Hezb-e Islami, led by Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, which includes a pardon for past crimes and the release…
Acid Attack Perpetrator Arrested in Tehran's Gisha Street
A 28-year-old man was arrested for an acid attack on his girlfriend, Arzu, in Tehran's Gisha Street. The incident highlights ongoing issues of acid violence…
An Iranian Judicial Official: The Use of Telegram by Institutions for Administrative Affairs is a Crime
Iran's Deputy Judicial Prosecutor announced that using Telegram for administrative purposes by government institutions is a crime, warning of serious consequences. This statement reflects ongoing…
New York Bomber 'Obsessed with Bin Laden'
Ahmad Khan Rahimi, an Afghan-American, has been charged in connection with bombings in New York and New Jersey, described as obsessed with Osama bin Laden.…
New Coaches Appointed for Iran's National Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling Teams
Mohammad Talaei and Ali Ashkani have been appointed as the new head coaches for Iran's national freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling teams. This restructuring reflects a…
Khamenei Should Offer a Plan to Save the Economy Instead of Just Words
Ayatollah Khamenei criticized wastefulness in his Eid al-Ghadir speech, blaming the 'enemy' for Iran's economic woes without offering concrete solutions. Experts argue that government officials…
Khamenei: The Enemy Seeks to Deteriorate the Economic Conditions of the People
Ayatollah Khamenei accused unnamed enemies of trying to worsen the economic conditions in Iran to incite dissatisfaction with the Islamic system. He emphasized the need…
Trump and Clinton's Reactions to the New York Explosion
An Afghan-American suspect was arrested in connection with bombings in New York and New Jersey just weeks before the U.S. presidential election. Hillary Clinton and…
Reasons for Ayatollah Khamenei's Opposition to Ahmadinejad's Candidacy
Ayatollah Khamenei has explicitly advised Mahmoud Ahmadinejad against running in the upcoming presidential election, which has sparked discussions about Ahmadinejad's future political moves. Analysts suggest…
US Reports Arrest of Ahmad Khan Rahimi, Suspect in New York Bombing
Ahmad Khan Rahimi, an Afghan-American, was arrested as a suspect in the New York bombing after a shootout with police. The FBI is investigating potential…
Ebtekar Reports on Potential Weeks-Long School Closures Due to Air Pollution
Masoumeh Ebtekar, head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization, announced potential school closures for several weeks due to air pollution during cold seasons. The organization is…
Issuance of Two Death Sentences for 'Sabb al-Nabi' and Continued Criticism of Human Rights Situation in Iran
Two Iranian youths, Sina Dehghan and Mohammad Noori, have been sentenced to death for 'Sabb al-Nabi' through social media posts. The UN and Amnesty International…
Iranian-Canadian MP Calls for Restoration of Relations with Tehran
Majid Jowhari, a Canadian MP, is advocating for the restoration of diplomatic relations with Iran, emphasizing that severing ties has negative consequences for both nations.…
Abdullah Ocalan: The 30-Year War with Turkey Can End in Six Months
Abdullah Ocalan, the imprisoned PKK leader, claims he can resolve the Kurdish issue in Turkey within six months if the government is willing. This comes…
380 Killed and 4600 Injured in September Accidents
In September, Iran experienced significant road traffic fatalities, with 380 deaths and 4600 injuries reported in just 21 days. The head of the Road Police…
Head of Prisons Organization: There Are No Political Prisoners in Iran
Ali Asghar Jahangir, head of Iran's Prisons Organization, claims there are no political prisoners, asserting that those labeled as such are security prisoners. This denial…
Saeed Mortazavi's Apology and Regret for the Kahrizak Events
Saeed Mortazavi, the former prosecutor of Tehran, has publicly apologized for the events at Kahrizak prison in 2009, where detainees were tortured, leading to several…
Serious Involvement of Tehran City Council in Investigating Multiple Incidents in the Metro
The Tehran City Council is increasing its scrutiny of multiple recent incidents at metro construction sites, including a deadly accident at Kian Shahr that killed…
A Senior Military Commander of 'Fateh al-Sham' Killed in Airstrike in Syria
Abu Omar Sarqib, a senior military commander of the Islamist group Fateh al-Sham, was killed in an airstrike in Aleppo, Syria. His death signifies a…
The 'Bad Gang' in Venice; Iranian Filmmaker and the 'American Dream'
Ana Lily Amirpour's new film 'Bad Batch' explores themes of civilization versus savagery through a surreal narrative, featuring notable actors like Keanu Reeves and Jim…
Gulf Arab States: Iran Wants to Politicize Hajj
Gulf Arab states have accused Iran of politicizing the Hajj following Ayatollah Khamenei's remarks blaming Saudi Arabia for the deaths of pilgrims during last year's…
Zarif Criticizes Saudi Grand Mufti's Remarks on 'Iranians Not Being Muslims'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized Saudi Grand Mufti Abdulaziz Al Sheikh's claim that Iranians are not Muslims, asserting that Iranian Islam differs from…
Iran's Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization: Iranians Present at This Year's Hajj Hold Citizenship of Other Countries
Iranian officials confirmed that Iranians attending this year's Hajj hold citizenship of other countries, amid ongoing political tensions with Saudi Arabia following the Mina tragedy…
After Cigarettes, Alcohol Has the 'Highest' Consumption in Iran
A recent survey in Iran reveals a significant rise in alcohol consumption, ranking it second after cigarettes. The findings indicate concerning trends in simultaneous substance…
Karbaschi: Security and Military Institutions Should Not Support Ahmadinejad, He Has No Position
Gholamhossein Karbaschi warns that Mahmoud Ahmadinejad lacks political support and relevance unless backed by key security and military institutions in the upcoming presidential elections. Ahmadinejad's…
Ali Jannati: No Concerts Have Been Allowed in Mashhad for 11 Years
Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture, stated that no concerts have been allowed in Mashhad for 11 years, denying any recent retreat on the issue.…
I Will Kill You in the Name of God; 1988
The article discusses the 1988 mass executions of political prisoners in Iran, highlighting a recent audio release of Ayatollah Montazeri condemning the actions of a…
Custody of Children from Addicted Mothers in Iran to Be Revoked
Iran's Deputy Minister of Cooperatives announced that addicted mothers will lose custody of their children if they do not quit their addiction, as part of…