April 2017
Hassan Shariati-Madari: The Hypothesis of Choosing Between Bad and Worse Has Become Cliché
The debate over participation versus boycott in Iran's upcoming presidential elections intensifies, with Hassan Shariati-Madari arguing against participation due to the lack of free elections…
Hamid Reza Jalaei-Pour: The People's Vote Matters
Hamid Reza Jalaei-Pour advocates for participation in the upcoming presidential elections, arguing that voting is essential for progress and democracy in Iran. He acknowledges past…
Mostafa Mir-Salim Criticizes His Election Rivals' Approach
Mostafa Mir-Salim criticized his fellow presidential candidates for prioritizing conflict over accountability in their debates. He urged them to focus on positive aspects of their…
Sunni Friday Prayer Leader of Zahedan Condemns Killing of Iranian Border Guards
Mawlawi Abdul Hamid condemned the killing of Iranian border guards in an attack at the Mirjaveh border, calling for security and development in Sistan and…
Paradox with Kambeiz Hosseini - Interview with Akbar Atrian
The article promotes the radio show 'Paradox' hosted by Kambeiz Hosseini, featuring an interview with Akbar Atrian. The show addresses significant societal and political issues…
Freedom House: Iran is One of the 10 Least Free Countries for Media in the World
Freedom House's annual report highlights Iran's status as one of the least free countries for media, citing ongoing repression and unprecedented threats to media globally.…
Dangerous Growth of Government Debt to the Banking System
The article discusses the alarming rise of government debt to the banking system in Iran, highlighting that despite a seemingly stable economy, the debt has…
Call for Transparency in Open Letter to Reformist Policy Council
Over 1,600 activists have urged the Reformist Policy Council in Iran to clarify the electoral list-making process for upcoming city and village council elections, expressing…
Member of Parliament: Issuing Death Sentences Means Raising Soldiers for Drug Traffickers
Hassan Norouzi, a spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament's Judicial Commission, criticized the death penalty for drug traffickers, arguing it harms their families and leads to…
Asma Jahangir: The Accusations Against Me Are Another Sign of the Climate of Fear in Iran
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, condemned a defamatory report by the Islamic Republic's news agency that accused her of…
Minister of Labor: Even with the creation of one million jobs per year, the unemployment rate will not change
The Iranian Minister of Labor stated that even with the creation of one million jobs annually, the unemployment rate will remain unchanged until 2021. Current…
Ahmadinejad and Baghaei: We Will Not Support Any Candidate
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Hamid Baghaei, both disqualified from the presidential election, announced they will not support any candidates. They claimed their candidacy was due to…
Iran's Economy from the Perspective of International Financial Organizations
The article discusses an interview with economist Fereydoun Khavand regarding the perspectives of the IMF and World Bank on Iran's economy, especially in light of…
Netanyahu Warns of 'Irreparable Damage' from Iran's Acquisition of Nuclear Weapons
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Iran's potential acquisition of nuclear weapons would cause irreparable damage, regardless of compliance with the nuclear agreement. His…
Perspectives: An Ongoing Debate; To Vote or to Boycott?
The article discusses the ongoing debate in Iran regarding whether to participate in elections or to boycott them. Supporters of the boycott argue against the…
Iran Experiences Annual Soil Erosion of 16 Million Tons
Iran is facing a severe soil erosion crisis, with annual losses of 16 million tons, significantly exceeding the global average. Officials warn that this trend…
The Family of Baqer and Siamak Namazi Appeals to Donald Trump for Help
The Namazi family is appealing to the Trump administration for the release of Baqer and Siamak Namazi, who are imprisoned in Iran. They describe their…
The Issue is More Serious Than You Think, Dear Sir...
Shahyar Ghanbari reflects on personal loss and its artistic impact while criticizing the current state of Iranian music, particularly the lack of risk-taking among artists.…
Elections and Iranian Society; Those Who Said Yes, Those Who Said No
The upcoming Iranian presidential election on May 29 has sparked varied sentiments among citizens, with many expressing skepticism about the electoral process and the effectiveness…
Shahyar Ghanbari: 'Without Wings and Head in the Middle of Los Angeles'
Shahyar Ghanbari, a prominent Iranian lyricist, reflects on the impact of his wife's death on his artistry and his newfound role as a social activist…
Why is Iran's Economic Growth Not Sustainable?
The IMF forecasts a significant decline in Iran's economic growth from 6.5% in 2016 to 3.3% in 2017, citing reliance on oil revenues and political…
Trump Signs Executive Order to Reform Work Visa Issuance
Donald Trump signed an executive order to reform the H-1B visa program, aiming to prioritize American workers and create a merit-based system for foreign skilled…
Amnesty International Calls for Halt to 'Imminent' Executions of Two Individuals in Iran
Amnesty International has urged Iran to stop the imminent executions of Mehdi Bahlooli and Payman Barandah, who were convicted for crimes committed as minors. This…
Summoning Several Candidates for the City Council Elections in Karaj to the Prosecutor's Office
Several candidates for the city council elections in Karaj have been summoned to the prosecutor's office for early campaigning, which violates electoral regulations. The authorities…
Outdated Russian Aircraft on Its Way to Iran
Russia is proposing joint production of the Ilyushin-114 aircraft to Iran, which has a troubled history of aircraft production. The aircraft is designed for short…
Meeting with Omid Alishenas
Omid Alishenas, a 34-year-old urban planning graduate, has been imprisoned since December 2016 for charges including conspiracy against national security and propaganda against the regime.…
Meeting with Keyvan Karimi
Keyvan Karimi, a filmmaker, is serving a one-year prison sentence in Evin prison for making a documentary about wall writings in Tehran. He has also…
Meeting with Sina Dehghan
Sina Dehghan, a 21-year-old Iranian, has been sentenced to death for blasphemy and has also received a 16-month prison sentence for insulting the Iranian leader.…
Ahmadinejad: 'Revolutionary' or 'Mirror of the Leader's Discontent'?
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered to run in the presidential elections despite the Supreme Leader's advice against it. This defiance raises questions about his motivations and…
What is Ahmadinejad's Scenario?
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's recent candidacy registration has raised questions about his true intentions, whether to support an ally, establish himself as a rebellious opposition figure, or…
Iran's First Ocean-Going Cruise Ship Docked in Qeshm
Iran has launched its first ocean-going cruise ship, the 'Sani', which docked in Qeshm with 211 tourists. This initiative aims to boost tourism between the…
Member of Parliament: 60% of Hospitals in Iran are Dilapidated
A parliamentary member has highlighted that 60% of Iran's hospitals are outdated and in need of urgent renovation, warning of potential severe consequences if not…
Namagar
"Namagar" is a weekly economic magazine by Radio Farda that discusses economic events in Iran and globally. It provides listeners with insights into the economy…
A Representative: Five Thousand Drug Traffickers Awaiting Execution in Iran
A parliamentary representative revealed that five thousand drug traffickers are awaiting execution in Iran, many of whom do not deserve such a harsh punishment. The…
Qazi Askar: We Will Not Act Against Saudi Arabia's Wishes During Hajj
Ali Qazi Askar confirmed that Iran accepted Saudi Arabia's condition to cancel the Dua-e-Kumayl ceremony during this year's Hajj. This decision reflects ongoing tensions between…
Rahmani: Ahmadinejad's Behavior is a 'No' to Leadership
Political analyst Taghi Rahmani comments on Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's unexpected candidacy for the upcoming elections, suggesting that his actions reflect a challenge to the leadership of…
Ahmadinejad: The Leader's Recommendation Did Not Prevent My Candidacy
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered unexpectedly for the upcoming presidential election, claiming that the Supreme Leader's recommendation not to run was not a prohibition. He stated…
Alongside Baghaei, Ahmadinejad Registers as a Presidential Candidate
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has registered as a candidate for the upcoming presidential elections in Iran, despite previously stating he would not run and the Supreme Leader's…
India Warns Pakistan Over Execution of Citizen Allegedly Abducted from Iran
India has warned Pakistan about the execution of Kulbhushan Jadhav, an Indian citizen allegedly abducted from Iran and sentenced to death for espionage. The case…
Israeli Defense Minister's Statements on the Assassination of a Hamas Commander
Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman accused the new Hamas leader of assassinating a commander and suggested that Iranian President Hassan Rouhani could be targeted during…
Khamenei Criticizes 'Misinterpretations' of His Economic Remarks
Ayatollah Khamenei addressed misinterpretations of his comments on imports, emphasizing that imports should not harm domestic production. This comes amid ongoing economic challenges in Iran…
Understanding the Iran Nuclear Deal: Key Facts and Implications
The Iran Nuclear Deal, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), involves Iran and six world powers aimed at limiting Iran's nuclear…
Pakistan Sentences Indian Citizen 'Abducted from Iran' to Death
Pakistan has sentenced Indian citizen Kulbhushan Jadhav to death for espionage, claiming he was involved in sabotage activities in Balochistan. This ruling heightens tensions between…
Seif Describes Baghaei's Claim About Increasing Subsidies as 'Deceptive'
Valiollah Seif, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, criticized Hamid Baghaei's promise to increase monthly subsidies to 250,000 tomans as unrealistic and deceptive.…
Liquidity in Iran Reaches 1,211 Trillion Tomans
The Central Bank of Iran reported that liquidity in the economy reached over 1,211 trillion tomans, marking a 24.7% increase compared to the previous year.…
Iran's Ministry of Health: Over 12% of Adults in Iran Suffer from 'Depression'
The Iranian Ministry of Health reports that over 12% of adults suffer from depression and more than 14% from anxiety disorders, with the overall prevalence…
Central Bank Chief Warns About Tricks of 'Bankrupt Financial Institutions'
The Central Bank of Iran's chief warns the public against high-interest rates offered by bankrupt financial institutions, urging caution as these rates are a sign…
Views: The Most Important Economic Challenges Facing the Next President
As Iran approaches presidential elections, the economic crisis is a focal point of discussion among officials. Critics of President Rouhani argue that his government has…
Installation of Advanced Device at Shahid Rajaee Customs for Inspection of All Containers
Iran's customs is set to install an advanced X-ray system at Shahid Rajaee port to inspect all incoming containers, addressing concerns over unchecked smuggling. This…
Election 96; What is 'Desirable'?
The article discusses the upcoming Iranian presidential election and the potential candidates, including Ebrahim Raisi and Hamid Baqai. It highlights concerns about the fairness of…
Creators of an Iranian series convicted due to a child's suicide
The creators of the Iranian series "Five Kilometers to Heaven" were convicted for the suicide of a child who imitated a character from the show.…
Iran's Armed Forces General Staff Threatens Conservative Lawmaker with Legal Action
The Iranian Armed Forces General Staff threatened conservative lawmaker Hossein Ali Haji Deligani with legal action after he claimed that the head of the General…
Daily Treatment Costs for Smokers in Iran Reach 10 to 20 Billion Tomans
The Iranian Parliament's Health Commission Vice President highlighted the significant daily costs of treating smokers, criticizing the low tobacco tax in the country. With millions…
Female Representatives Demand Ali Larijani to Reform Discriminatory Laws
Female representatives in Iran's Parliament met with Speaker Ali Larijani to demand reforms of discriminatory laws against women. They emphasized the need for a female…
Incomes That Do Not Cover Minimum Living Costs
A report reveals that two-thirds of urban households in Iran had incomes below the minimum living costs in 2015. The Supreme Labor Council is responsible…
Iranian-German Coach Becomes Bundesliga Phenomenon
Alexander Nouri, the Iranian-German coach of Werder Bremen, has transformed the struggling team into a contender for a European league spot after a series of…
Iran Opposes the Installation of the Kurdistan Region Flag in Kirkuk
Iran has condemned the installation of the Kurdistan Region flag in Kirkuk, Iraq, calling it unconstitutional and provocative. This action follows a decision by local…
Increase in Dementia Statistics in Iran
Babak Zamani announced a rise in dementia cases in Iran, attributing it to increased life expectancy and lack of awareness. Stroke remains a leading health…
Six Arrested in London for Assaulting Iranian Asylum Seeker
Six individuals were arrested in London for assaulting a 17-year-old Iranian asylum seeker, resulting in a skull fracture. The incident has raised concerns about rising…
Perspectives: Examining the Functions of City and Village Councils in Iran
The registration for candidates in Iran's city and village council elections has concluded, with over 287,000 individuals registered. The qualification review process is underway, and…
Ibtikar: Many Lands in Various Provinces Have Reached an Irreversible Point
Masoumeh Ibtikar, head of Iran's Environmental Organization, warns of severe environmental degradation in Iran, with wetlands dying and excessive water extraction leading to irreversible land…
Restrictions Imposed on Hijab and Long Beards in China's Muslim Region
The Chinese government has imposed strict restrictions on hijabs and long beards in Xinjiang, citing a fight against Islamic extremism. These measures include prohibiting women…
Dariče: Execution of More than 20 Death Sentences in Esfand 95
Over 20 executions took place in Iran last Esfand, despite ongoing global criticism. The Iran Human Rights Organization reported a total of at least 530…
Verbal Attacks Between Syrian Government Representatives and Opponents at the End of Peace Talks
The fifth round of Syrian peace talks in Geneva ended without results, marked by verbal attacks between the Syrian government and opposition representatives. The talks…