June 2023
Crisis in France; Macron: Keep Teenagers at Home
Emmanuel Macron has urged parents to keep their teenagers at home amid escalating protests in France, which have been fueled by social media. The unrest…
Internet Disruption and Security Atmosphere in Zahedan Coinciding with Silent March
On July 9, worshippers in Zahedan held a silent march amid internet disruptions and a heavy security presence, requested by influential cleric Molavi Abdolhamid in…
Clashes Between Police and Protesters in France; Over 600 Arrested
Following the police shooting of a 17-year-old in France, widespread protests have erupted in several cities, leading to over 600 arrests. The French government is…
Deployment of 40,000 Police Officers in France to Control Unrest; Government: No State of Emergency
France is facing unrest following the police shooting of a 17-year-old boy, leading President Macron to convene an emergency cabinet meeting. The government has deployed…
Arrest of the Mother of Two Protesters Residing in Belgium by Security Forces in Iran
Two Iranian brothers reported their mother's arrest in Iran after they protested against an Iranian delegation's visit to Belgium. The incident has sparked calls for…
A Retiree Rights Activist: The Government's Economic Promises Are Unachievable
Alireza Heydari, an economist and retiree rights activist, criticizes the Iranian government's economic promises as unrealistic, citing high inflation and lack of public trust in…
Response from Mawlawi Abdolhamid's Office to Government Media Accusations: Completely False
The office of Mawlawi Abdolhamid has rejected accusations from government media regarding a supposed assassination plot against him, labeling them as false and politically motivated.…
Continued Detention of Protesters; Armita Paveer Arrested and Transferred to Unknown Location
Armita Paveer, a student activist, was arrested by security forces at her home and transferred to an unknown location. This incident highlights the ongoing repression…
New Case Filed Against Imprisoned Lawyer for Informing About Pressures and Threats Against Detainees
A new case has been filed against imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi for informing about threats against detained protesters. Najafi has faced multiple legal challenges for…
Alireza Akhundi to Tourists: Not Traveling to Iran is the 'Least Sacrifice' for Freedom
Alireza Akhundi, an Iranian-Swedish MP, has called on tourists to avoid traveling to Iran due to the risks posed by the regime's history of detaining…
Harsh Criticism from a Cleric Against Khamenei: With This Economic Situation, the Clergy's Turban Will Be Trampled
Shahabuddin Haeri Shirazi, a cleric and son of a former Friday prayer leader, criticized Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei for his policies and the suppression of…
The Government is 'on the Nerves' of the People; An Expert to VOA: The Islamic Republic Fears the Fire Beneath the Ashes of Protests
The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei, expressed concerns about the impact of social media on public security and called for stricter controls. Experts believe…
Elnaz Norouzi, Iranian Actress in Bollywood and Hollywood: We Must Be the Voice of Protesters Inside the Country
Elnaz Norouzi, an Iranian actress in Bollywood and Hollywood, emphasizes the importance of supporting Iranian protesters and expresses her solidarity with women and youth in…
Troublesome Trip of Tehran's Mayor; Belgian Foreign Minister May Resign Under Pressure from Representatives
Belgian Foreign Minister Hajia Lhabib faces potential resignation due to backlash over granting a visa to Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani, known for his repressive actions…
Workers' Unsuccessful Efforts to Adjust Wages; Iranian Media Cites Turkey's Government Actions as Examples
Iranian workers have unsuccessfully sought wage adjustments amid rising inflation, with government officials opposing these efforts despite legal provisions allowing for mid-year adjustments. Comparisons are…
Erdogan: Sweden Must Stop Kurdish Protests
Turkish President Erdogan has demanded that Sweden stop protests by PKK supporters in order to approve Sweden's NATO membership. Swedish officials assert that they have…
Resumption of Judicial Reform Discussions in Israel; Hollywood Figure Testifies Against Netanyahu
Israeli lawmakers have resumed discussions on controversial judicial reforms that limit the Supreme Court's powers, following public protests that forced Prime Minister Netanyahu to suspend…
U.S. Aircraft Carrier Arrives in Vietnam to Support Against China
The USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier arrived in Da Nang, Vietnam, amid protests against Chinese incursions into Vietnamese waters, marking a significant moment in U.S.-Vietnam…
Research Report: Examination of Arrests and Imprisonment on Political Charges in Iran
A recent report by Open Data Iran reveals significant issues regarding political arrests in Iran, estimating that 47% of surveyed individuals have been detained for…
German Parliament Representative Calls Iran Tourism Promotion 'Irresponsible'
A German parliament representative criticized a tourism promotion for Iran by ZDF as irresponsible, citing the regime's use of hostage diplomacy. This comes amid ongoing…
Raisi's Government Insists on 'Supporting Iranians Abroad'; Bill to be Submitted to Parliament
The Iranian government is pushing a bill to support expatriates, focusing on cultural ties and investment opportunities. This comes amid ongoing tensions as several dual…
Tobias Billström: The Turkish Parliament Must Approve Sweden's NATO Membership Request
Sweden's Foreign Minister urges Turkey to approve Sweden's NATO membership request, emphasizing Sweden's compliance with agreements. Turkish President Erdoğan insists that Sweden must stop anti-Turkey…
Pouya Molaei Rad Buried 'in a Security Atmosphere'
Pouya Molaei Rad was buried under heavy security ten days after being shot by Iranian security forces. His family faced difficulties in retrieving his body,…
Continuation of Student Protests and a Big 'No' to the Islamic Republic; Expulsion of an Active Student from University
Student protests against the Islamic Republic continue in Iran, highlighted by the expulsion of Alireza Baradaran Shirka from Amir Kabir University for his activism. The…
Parliament Supports Ministry of Intelligence; Request to Annul Chamber of Commerce Elections
Members of the Iranian parliament have requested the annulment of the Chamber of Commerce elections after failed attempts by the Ministry of Intelligence to block…
Request for 2.5 Billion Toman Bail for 3 Members of the Adinehzadeh Family
The Adinehzadeh family is facing legal troubles after the violent arrest of four family members, including the parents and sister of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh, a teenager…
Controversial Visa for Zakani and Russians; 'It's Time for the Belgian Foreign Minister to Resign'
Belgian Foreign Minister Hojjat Al-Habib faces calls for resignation after granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations shortly after a controversial prisoner exchange. The situation…
Controversy Over the Presence of 'Terrorist Basij' in Brussels; Belgian Official Resigns After Inviting Zakani
Pascal Smets, a Brussels official, resigned after facing backlash for inviting Tehran's mayor, Alireza Zakani, to Brussels. The invitation sparked protests from the Iranian community…
Submission of the Seventh Development Plan Bill to Parliament; Raisi: Previous Plans Were Implemented by 'About 40 Percent'
Ebrahim Raisi submitted the Seventh Development Plan bill to Parliament, claiming previous plans were only 40% implemented. The bill faces significant criticism, particularly regarding labor…
Protesters in Serbia Demand the Resignation of the President
Protests in Serbia have erupted following recent mass shootings, with tens of thousands demanding the resignation of President Aleksandar Vučić and other officials. Protesters accuse…
Mandatory Hijab at Tehran University of Art; 'Many' Protesting Students Arrested
Protests at Tehran University of Art against mandatory hijab have led to the arrest of many students by plainclothes forces. The situation reflects broader civil…
End of 14-Day Sit-in in Front of the U.S. State Department; 'Reward' Deal with Hostage-Takers
A group of Iranian activists concluded a 14-day sit-in outside the U.S. State Department, aiming to voice Iranian dissent against negotiations with the Islamic Republic.…
Amnesty International's Open Letter to Mohseni Ejei; Cancel the Death Sentence of Mohammad Qabadi
Amnesty International has urged the Iranian judiciary to cancel the death sentences of Mohammad Qabadi, citing severe violations of his rights, including torture and lack…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Turkey's Approval of Sweden's NATO Membership
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urged Turkey to approve Sweden's NATO membership during a brief meeting with Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler. This request comes…
Mahmanir Nadim, Iranian Singer Residing in Brazil: We Must Expose This 'Child-Killing' Government
Mahmanir Nadim, an Iranian singer in Brazil, calls for global awareness of the Iranian regime's human rights abuses, particularly against women. She emphasizes the importance…
Miller: Preventing Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Remains a Priority for the Biden Administration
Matthew Miller, the U.S. State Department spokesperson, reaffirmed that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is a top priority for the Biden administration. He outlined…
Nazila Maroufian Fired Due to Her Account of 'Special Forces Encounter' from Her Workplace
Nazila Maroufian, a journalist previously imprisoned for interviewing Mahsa Amini's father, was fired from her new newspaper job after revealing her experience of harassment by…
Energy Minister: Changing Office Hours Will Save '1000 Megawatts' of Electricity
The Iranian Energy Minister announced that changing office hours to start at 6 AM will save 1000 megawatts of electricity, despite public protests and political…
Strike of Bazaar Merchants in Saqqez in Protest Against Government's Efforts to Conceal Mahsa Amini's Grave
Merchants in Saqqez went on strike to protest government plans to obscure Mahsa Amini's grave by blocking access and dismantling nearby structures. The community, including…
Iran Claims on 'Indirect Nuclear Talks'; Kanani: We Seek the Same JCPOA
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanani stated that ongoing indirect negotiations with the U.S. are based on the original JCPOA agreement, rejecting any notion of…
Government Discrimination in 'Command Economy'; A Labor Activist: Female Workers Are Deprived of 'Remote Work'
Labor activist Simin Yaqoubian highlights discrimination against female workers in Iran, particularly in the private sector, where they are denied remote work opportunities unlike their…
Instagram Farewell of Voria Ghafouri; 'I Wanted to Say Goodbye in Normal Conditions at the Stadium'
Voria Ghafouri, a prominent Iranian footballer, announced his retirement via Instagram after being denied entry to a stadium for his farewell. He expressed gratitude to…
Execution of 142 People in Iran in One Month; Human Rights Organization: Unprecedented
Iran has executed at least 142 people in May alone, marking a significant increase in state-sanctioned killings as part of a crackdown on dissent. Human…
Hrana: Tomaj Salehi has been beaten in prison
Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper arrested during the 2022 protests, has reportedly been beaten in prison and denied adequate medical care. His case has drawn…
Release of the Music Video 'Morning'; Shahab Baradaran: This Work is Created in Harmony with Freedom-Seeking Youth of Iran
Shahab Baradaran has released a music video for his song 'Morning', created in solidarity with Iranian youth protesting against the regime's violent repression. The song…
Elnaz Rekabi Participates in First Global Tournament After 'Hijab Controversy' with Property Bail
Elnaz Rekabi, an Iranian climber, participated in her first international tournament since competing without a hijab, facing government pressure and restrictions. She was allowed to…
Athena Farghadani Refuses Bail and is Transferred to Prison; 'I Have Committed No Crime'
Athena Farghadani, a prominent Iranian artist and activist, refused bail and was transferred to prison, asserting her innocence and the illegality of her charges. Her…
Collective Protest by Students at Tehran University Against the Denial of Educational Rights of Activists from the 'Women, Life, Freedom' Movement
Students at Tehran University are protesting against the denial of educational rights for activists involved in the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement. Over 200 students signed…
Condemnation of Davood Razavi, Imprisoned Labor Activist, to 5 Years in Prison
Davood Razavi, a labor activist, has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for charges related to national security, which the labor syndicate argues stem…
Athena Farghadani, Painter, Cartoonist, and Former Political Prisoner Arrested
Athena Farghadani, a painter and cartoonist previously imprisoned for her activism, was arrested again without clear reasons. Her arrest comes amid a crackdown on dissent…
Minister of Labor Opposes Wage Increase: 'I Did Not Promise'
Minister Solat Mortazavi stated that the government will not adjust workers' wages in response to inflation changes, despite previous commitments. Labor activists are demanding a…
Chinese Communist Party Tracked Hong Kong Protesters Through Data
A former ByteDance executive has accused the Chinese Communist Party of using company data to track Hong Kong protesters. This raises significant concerns about data…
Reza Koushkinajad, former Army member, arrested again at Mansoureh Sagvand's funeral
Reza Koushkinajad, a former army member dismissed for supporting protests, was arrested again during a funeral. His brother reported the arrest, stating no prior notice…
Prison Official Prevents 10 Political Prisoners from Meeting Their Families
Colonel Mahmoudi, the head of Ward 4 in Evin Prison, has unlawfully prevented over ten political prisoners from meeting their families, leading to protests among…
Poisoning of Girls This Time in Afghanistan; 60 Students Hospitalized
Around 60 Afghan girls were poisoned at a school in Sar-e Pol province, leading to hospitalization. This incident follows the Taliban's ban on most teenage…
Complaint Against the Government Over Salary Reductions for Some Employees
Healthcare workers have filed a complaint against the Iranian government for reducing salaries based on a misinterpretation of budget laws. This issue highlights widespread dissatisfaction…
Criticism from the Secretary of the Promotion of Virtue Headquarters on the Hijab Bill: It Lacks Practical Fieldwork, Only Focused on Criminal Law
The Secretary of the Promotion of Virtue Headquarters criticized the new 'Hijab and Chastity' bill for its lack of practical fieldwork and reliance solely on…
A Senior Financial Manager Nominated for the Presidency of Lebanon by Parliament
The Lebanese parliament has nominated Jihad Azour for the presidency following the end of Michel Aoun's term amid ongoing financial crises and political instability. Azour's…
Pressure on Nahid Shirpich, mother of Pouya Bakhtiari, in Zanjan Prison: Phone and visitation rights cut
Nahid Shirpich, the mother of Pouya Bakhtiari, has been denied phone and visitation rights while imprisoned in Zanjan for protesting against the Iranian authorities. She…
Vahid Rajablu, Entrepreneur Helping to Facilitate Life for the Disabled, Immigrates to America
Vahid Rajablu, an Iranian entrepreneur focused on improving the lives of disabled individuals, has immigrated to the U.S. after facing governmental pressure in Iran. His…
Continued Protests by Wheat Farmers Over Purchase Prices; Ministry of Agriculture Calls for More Financial Resources
Wheat farmers in Iran are protesting the government's fixed purchase price of 15,000 tomans per kilogram, demanding an increase to 17,000 tomans. The Ministry of…
Mowlavi Abdolhamid: Government Budget Has Caused Scholars' Silence and Ignored People's Demands
Mowlavi Abdolhamid, a prominent Sunni cleric, criticized the Iranian government's financial support for religious institutions, arguing it leads to scholars' silence on important issues. He…
Blinken's Message for Pride Month: Acceptance and Respect for LGBTQ+ Individuals Strengthen Us
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken issued a statement for Pride Month emphasizing equality and respect for LGBTQ+ individuals, linking it to the historical Stonewall…