November 2023
Ali Abbasi, Director of 'Holy Spider', to Make Film About Young Donald Trump's Life
Ali Abbasi, the Iranian director of 'Holy Spider', is making a film titled 'Student' about young Donald Trump, featuring actors like Sebastian Stan and Maria…
A Harsh Winter is Coming; Oil Minister Reports 6% Increase in Gas Consumption
Iran's Oil Minister reported a 6% increase in gas consumption as cold weather sets in, raising concerns about potential gas shortages this winter. Experts warn…
The Gap Between Food and Housing Needs; Quality of Life in Decline
Iran is experiencing a significant decline in the quality of life due to rising food prices and housing costs, forcing low-income tenants to move to…
Former Sharif University Professor Expresses Concern Over Migration Trends; Current Situation is 'Mass Exodus'
Ali Sharifi Zarachi, a former professor, warns of a mass exodus of skilled Iranians due to government inaction, highlighting a dramatic increase in migration statistics.…
Government Retreats on Tax Floor for Workers and Employees; Salaries Up to 12 Million Tomans Exempt from Tax
The Iranian government has announced an increase in the tax exemption threshold for workers and employees to 12 million tomans per month following public protests.…
Parvaneh Masoumi, Renowned Actress of Cinema and Television, Passes Away
Parvaneh Masoumi, a prominent Iranian actress, passed away at 78 due to pneumonia after being hospitalized for an intestinal rupture. Her support for the Islamic…
Chamber of Commerce Member: Excessive Increase in 'Government Demands' Has Broken the Back of Production
A member of Iran's Chamber of Commerce warns that a proposed 13% increase in government royalties for mines will severely impact production, leading to higher…
Disarray in Iranian Sports; 14 Federations and Associations Still Without a President
The Iranian Ministry of Sports is facing criticism for the lack of leadership in 14 sports federations, which are either without presidents or in a…
Shooting by Government Forces at Citizens in Kargan Port, Hormozgan Province
On December 4, military forces attacked Kargan Port in Hormozgan Province, resulting in at least 7 casualties, including an Afghan citizen. The attack involved gunfire…
Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd's murder, injured by knife in prison
Derek Chauvin, the former police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was seriously injured in a knife attack by another inmate at a federal prison…
34 Arrested in Dublin Unrest Following Knife Attack; Irish Prime Minister: The City is Safe
A knife attack in Dublin injured three children and led to 34 arrests during subsequent riots. Prime Minister Leo Varadkar reassured the public that the…
Police Fire Tear Gas at Protesters of 'Razayat Khodro' Company in Qazvin
Hundreds of victims of the 'Razayat Khodro' company protested in Qazvin demanding the return of their investments, leading to violent clashes with police who used…
Human Rights Sources: The Islamic Republic Secretly Executed Milad Zahraei, a 21-Year-Old Imprisoned Protester
Milad Zahraei, a 21-year-old protester, was secretly executed in Iran without prior notice to his family. He was accused of killing an IRGC officer during…
Sit-in by Some Students at Sharif University in Support of Protesting Students at Beheshti University
Students at Beheshti University are protesting against security forces' actions against female students not adhering to hijab rules, leading to a sit-in supported by students…
Budget of 134 Trillion Tomans for Strengthening Defense Capabilities; If Funds Are Not Available, Crude Oil Delivery to Legal Entities
The Iranian government has proposed a budget of 134 trillion tomans for defense, emphasizing military spending over social welfare needs. This decision reflects a continued…
Shooting in Tehran; Islamic Consultative Assembly: No Connection to Us
A shooting occurred near the Iranian parliament, but officials stated it had no connection to the Assembly. The shooter, an employee from Isfahan, was arrested…
Officials: Dozens of Gaza Residents Enter Turkey
Turkey is facilitating the entry of around 200 residents from Gaza, many of whom are ill and require medical treatment. This move comes amid ongoing…
Exclusive: German Parliament Representative and Political Advocate for Tomaj Salehi: Tomaj is Still in Danger
Tomaj Salehi, a rapper arrested during protests in Iran, has been released on bail but remains at risk as all charges against him are still…
Parliament Increases Retirement Age
The Iranian parliament has voted to gradually increase the retirement age as part of the Seventh Development Plan to address pension fund imbalances. This decision…
The Topic of 'Increasing the Minimum Wage for Workers' Removed from the Agenda of the Supreme Labor Council Meeting
The Supreme Labor Council meeting scheduled for November 20 will not address the issue of increasing the minimum wage for workers, focusing instead on workers'…
California Police Arrest Man on Suspicion of Killing a Jewish Man
California police have arrested Louis Alnaji on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Paul Kessler, a 69-year-old Jewish man who fell during a…
Statements from Amnesty International and the Association of Families of Victims of the Ukrainian Flight on the Anniversary of November 98
On the fourth anniversary of the November 98 protests, Amnesty International and the Association of Families of Victims of the Ukrainian Flight condemned the Iranian…
Farmers in Isfahan Don Shrouds in Protest Against Water Rights Issues
Farmers in Isfahan protested by wearing shrouds to highlight their grievances over water rights and government negligence, chanting against the government. The protests are linked…
Meta's Oversight Board Investigates Reasons for Removing Video of Iranian Woman 'Without Mandatory Hijab'
Meta's Oversight Board is reviewing the decision to remove and then restore a video showing an Iranian woman without a mandatory hijab after her arrest.…
A Security Official: Armored Vehicles 'Bulletproof' to Be Deployed in Sistan and Baluchestan
The police chief of Sistan and Baluchestan announced the deployment of bulletproof tactical vehicles to enhance security amid ongoing protests in the region. This move…
Russian Artist Critical of Russia's Invasion of Ukraine Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison
A Russian artist, Alexandra Skochilenko, was sentenced to eight years in prison for protesting against the war in Ukraine by altering supermarket price tags. This…
A Member of Parliament Reports on the Three-Month Uncertainty of Preschool Teachers
Reza Hajipour, a member of Iran's Parliament, has highlighted the ongoing uncertainty faced by preschool teachers regarding their contracts and salaries, which has persisted for…
Changes in Sunak's Cabinet; Home Secretary Departs, David Cameron Returns
Rishi Sunak reshuffled his cabinet, reinstating David Cameron as Foreign Secretary and dismissing Home Secretary Suella Braverman after her controversial remarks on police handling of…
A Border Guard Killed in Saravan; Armored Vehicles Deployed in Iranshahr
A border guard was killed in a clash with unknown assailants in Saravan, Sistan and Baluchestan province. The incident has led to the deployment of…
Dispute Between Two Supreme Courts in Turkey; Erdogan Says Parliament May Need to Pass Legislation
President Erdogan indicated that Parliament may need to intervene to resolve a significant judicial dispute between Turkey's two supreme courts regarding a jailed MP. The…
HRANA: Tomaj Salehi Still Deprived of Phone Calls, Visits, and Medical Care
Tomaj Salehi, a protest rapper, is currently imprisoned and has been denied phone calls, visits, and medical care despite his deteriorating health. His family is…
Shakerami Fire; 'Nika' Buried with 76 Armored Vehicles and Hundreds of Security Forces
Nika Shakerami's aunt revealed the circumstances of Nika's burial amidst heavy security and government pressure, highlighting the struggles faced by families of protest victims in…
Heavy Security Atmosphere in Zahedan; Government Forces Block Streets
A heavy security presence has been reported in Zahedan, Iran, with government forces blocking streets and conducting searches around the Makki Mosque. This follows ongoing…
Early Commemoration of Kian Pirfalak's Death Held in Silence and Heavy Security
The first anniversary of Kian Pirfalak's death was held a week early under heavy security, with government forces preventing many from attending. Kian was killed…
Erfan Karam Veisi, Lawyer for Political Prisoners and Teachers, Summoned to Prosecutor's Office
Erfan Karam Veisi, a lawyer for political prisoners, has been summoned to the Evin Prosecutor's Office on charges of propaganda and spreading falsehoods. His client,…
Clothing Collection Inspired by 'Women, Life, Freedom' Movement, Kimia Mo'tamedi: My Goal Was to Support This Movement
Kimia Mo'tamedi, a young Iranian artist living in Germany, designed a clothing collection inspired by the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement and the killing of Mahsa…
Head of Tehran University’s Social Sciences Faculty Defends 'Attack' on Students; Refuses to Apologize
Gholamreza Jamshidiha, head of Tehran University's Social Sciences Faculty, defended his aggressive confrontation with students, attributing it to their inappropriate behavior and refusing to apologize.…
After Narges Mohammadi's Opposition to Hijab, Reza Shahabi Also Refuses to Wear Prison Clothes
Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel laureate, has gone on a hunger strike protesting mandatory hijab and inadequate medical care for prisoners. Reza Shahabi, a labor activist,…
Advisor to Velayati: International Pressure Led to His Letter in the Ajamian Case
Ali Akbar Velayati's advisor claims that international pressure led to a request for further review in the case of Dr. Hamid Ghareh Hassanlou, who was…
Death of a 17-Year-Old Schoolgirl; 'I Am Tired of Life'
A 17-year-old schoolgirl in Tehran reportedly committed suicide, citing exhaustion from life in her letter. This incident highlights growing concerns about mental health issues, particularly…
Increased Pressure on Molavi Abdulhamid and Continued Arrests in Zahedan; Maki Mosque Filmmaker Arrested
Security forces in Zahedan have intensified their crackdown on associates of Molavi Abdulhamid, leading to the arrest of multiple individuals, including a filmmaker from Maki…
Neglect by the Ministry of Labor and 96% of Workers on Temporary Contracts
The Iranian labor market is facing a crisis with 96% of workers on temporary contracts, prompting labor organizations to demand permanent contracts. The Ministry of…
Biden and Netanyahu Discuss Possibility of 'Temporary Halt' to Israeli Attacks on Gaza
Biden and Netanyahu discussed a potential temporary halt to Israeli attacks on Gaza for humanitarian reasons and the release of hostages. The talks come amid…
The Lawsuit of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh's Family Closed; Investigator: They Should Seek Compensation
The military prosecutor's office has closed the lawsuit filed by the family of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh, a teenager killed during protests in 2022, citing a lack…
Narges Mohammadi Goes on Hunger Strike in Protest of 'Lack of Medical Attention for Sick Prisoners'
Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner and political prisoner, has initiated a hunger strike to protest the Iranian government's failure to provide medical care…
Reactions to Golpa's Passing: 44 Years of Forced Seclusion for Iran's Treasure of Song
Akbar Golpayegani, known as Golpa, a legendary Iranian singer, has passed away, prompting tributes from notable figures like Prince Reza Pahlavi. His 44 years of…
Legal Cases Filed Against Two Female Journalists at Tehran's Culture and Media Court
Two female journalists in Iran, Maryam Shakirani and Zeinab Rahimi, have reported the filing of legal cases against them without clear reasons. This situation highlights…
Netanyahu Suspends Minister Who Suggested Nuclear Bombing of Gaza from Cabinet Meetings
Benjamin Netanyahu suspended Minister Amichai Eliyahu for suggesting a nuclear bombing of Gaza, which he later called a figurative statement. This move has been criticized…
Protesters in Washington D.C. and London Demand Immediate Ceasefire
Protesters in Washington D.C. and London are demanding an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas amid ongoing violence. The protests reflect growing frustration with U.S.…
Akbar Golpayegani, Renowned Iranian Singer, Passes Away
Akbar Golpayegani, a celebrated Iranian singer, has died at 90 after a brief illness. Known for his significant contributions to Iranian music and his support…
Reactions of Dr. Ghareh Hassanlou's Lawyer to Ajamian's Father's Claims Regarding Velayati's Involvement in the Case: State TV Should Allow Defense
The lawyer for Dr. Ghareh Hassanlou has responded to allegations from the father of a killed Basij member, claiming that prominent political figure Ali Akbar…
Human Rights Sources: Mujahid Korkori Transferred to Hospital After Beating in Prison
Mujahid Korkori, sentenced to death, was beaten by prison guards and transferred to a hospital, showing visible injuries. He is accused of murdering Kian Pirfalak…
Performance of 'All Those We Know' Directed by Niloufar Bayzai; A Work Centered on the 'Women, Life, Freedom' Movement in Iran
The play 'All Those We Know,' directed by Niloufar Bayzai and centered on the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement, premiered in Frankfurt, receiving positive audience reactions.…
Increased Pressure and Summoning of Students; National Student Councils Say It's 'Unprecedented' and Justified by Hijab
The National Student Councils in Iran reported an unprecedented increase in the summoning of students to disciplinary committees over hijab violations, with many receiving heavy…
Retirees Protest 20% Salary Increase: It Doesn't Even Reach Half of the Poverty Line
Retirees in Iran are protesting a proposed 20% salary increase, arguing it is insufficient and does not meet the poverty line. The protests reflect broader…
German Christian Democratic Party Calls for Halt to Citizenship Reform Policy
The Christian Democratic Party of Germany is calling for a halt to citizenship reforms due to rising anti-Semitic sentiments and protests in the country. This…
Continuation of Protests by Official Employees of the Aghajari Oil and Gas Company
Official employees of the Aghajari Oil and Gas Company in Khuzestan province are continuing their protests over demands for better wages and retirement benefits. These…
Israel's Reaction to Bolivia Cutting Diplomatic Relations: Submission to Terrorism and the Iranian Regime
Bolivia has cut diplomatic relations with Israel in protest against its military actions in Gaza, which has drawn criticism from Israel, labeling Bolivia as aligned…
Oil Workers Protest on Khark Island
Oil workers protested at the Khark Island oil terminal, demanding the removal of salary caps and better retirement benefits. This protest is part of a…