December 2015
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-140
The radio program "At Five O'Clock" discusses various current events in Iran, including the U.S. stance on Iranian actions and the potential for increased violence.…
With the Registration for the Parliament and Assembly Elections Concluded, the Interior Ministry Announced Unprecedented Registration Numbers
The registration period for the upcoming elections in Iran has concluded with record-breaking numbers, prompting the Interior Ministry to announce unprecedented participation. The Guardian Council…
Efforts to Abolish Death Penalty for Drug Traffickers
Aliyar Malekshahi, head of the Judicial Commission, advocates for abolishing the death penalty for drug traffickers, suggesting it requires national consensus and further refinement. A…
Details of the Violation of Mohammad Ali Taheri's Death Sentence
The Supreme Court of Iran has annulled the death sentence of Mohammad Ali Taheri, a prominent figure in alternative medicine, based on legal arguments regarding…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 139
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the potential for increased radicalization among the opposition and the implications of U.S. President…
The Wall of Kindness: 'Generosity Requires Being, Not Wealth'
Citizens in Shiraz have transformed a wall into a community resource for donating clothes to those in need, inspiring similar initiatives in other cities. The…
Ebrahim Yazdi's Call for Active Participation in Elections
Ebrahim Yazdi, Secretary-General of the Freedom Movement of Iran, has urged political activists to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections. He reflects on the past…
Yalda Night Special with Radio Farda and Farshid Manafi
Radio Farda is hosting a special Yalda Night program featuring the Radio Pas-Farda team, aiming to bring joy and laughter to listeners. This event highlights…
What do you think is the main reason for air pollution in Tehran and major cities in Iran?
A survey asked respondents about the main causes of air pollution in Tehran and other major cities in Iran. The majority blamed poor management by…
Why is Iran Still Not a Member of the World Trade Organization?
Iran has been an observer member of the WTO for a decade but has not yet achieved full membership. The Iranian government expresses readiness to…
Improvement of Turkey-Israel Relations: Interview with Meir Jadanfar
Turkey and Israel have agreed to normalize relations and return ambassadors to each other's countries amidst rising tensions between Turkey and Russia. This development indicates…
What Happens If the 'Leader' Dies?
The article discusses the potential political implications of Ayatollah Khamenei's death, questioning how much the Islamic Republic's future relies on individual leadership versus institutional power.…
Putin's Annual Press Conference: 'Statements More for Domestic Consumption'
Vladimir Putin held his annual press conference addressing various issues, including Turkey's downing of a Russian jet and the Syrian civil war. He indicated a…
Arrest of a Poet on Charges of Insulting Sacred Beliefs
Security forces arrested poet Mohammad Reza Haj Rostam Baglou in Tehran on charges of insulting sacred beliefs and spreading falsehoods. His mother, Maryam Soltani, spoke…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 138
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses various political issues in Iran, including the role of opposition forces and the potential for societal radicalization. It…
The Fall of Oil Prices: An Opportunity for Iran's Economy?
Oil prices have plummeted to an eleven-year low, prompting discussions among Iranian economists about the potential for this crisis to serve as an opportunity for…
The Passing of Abdolhamid Eshragh, Notable Architecture and Urban Planning Scholar
Abdolhamid Eshragh, a significant figure in Iranian architecture and urban planning, died at 84 in Paris. He was known for his extensive contributions to the…
Islamophobia or Fear of Being Killed in the Name of Islam?
The article discusses the rising public anxiety in Western countries regarding security and the shift from fear of violence by extremist groups to a broader…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 137
The article discusses the weekly radio program 'At Five O'Clock' which reviews current events in Iran, including the implications of the recent death of the…
The Faction; Examination of Events Related to the Formation of an Autonomous Government in Azerbaijan
The article discusses the 70th anniversary of the short-lived National Government of Azerbaijan in Iran, which faced legal ambiguities and accusations leading to its quick…
Development of Information and Communication Technology in Iran
The International Telecommunication Union's 2015 report ranks Iran 91st in information and communication technology development among 167 countries, with South Korea, Denmark, and Iceland leading…
Opponents of Assad in Riyadh: 'Potential Intensification of Proxy War in the Region'
Riyadh is hosting a three-day meeting of groups opposing Bashar al-Assad's government, excluding key factions like al-Nusra and the Islamic State. Some analysts view this…
Choice, Freedom, and Democracy: Fatema Mernissi's Solutions for Women's Issues
Fatema Mernissi, a prominent Arab thinker and advocate for women's rights in the Islamic world, emphasized the need for choice, freedom, and democracy as solutions…
Reasons for the Spread of Swine Flu Discussed with an Epidemiology Expert
The H1N1 swine flu virus has resulted in at least 33 deaths in Iran, with warnings from health officials about its spread in several provinces.…
How Important is the Presence of Reformists?
The article discusses the significance of reformists in the upcoming Iranian elections amidst a backdrop of increasing tensions with their opponents. It raises questions about…
Playing Music for Women Banned
The Tehran Symphony Orchestra was barred from performing at an event due to the presence of female musicians. This incident highlights ongoing restrictions on women's…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 136
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent significant events in Iran, including U.S. President Trump's statements on Iran, the potential for increased military action,…
Iran's Commitments at the Paris Environmental Summit
At the Paris Environmental Summit, Iran, represented by Vice President Masoumeh Ebtekar, expressed a conditional commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 4% over the…
Consequences of Global Warming and the Outlook for the Paris Conference
The 21st UN Climate Change Conference has commenced in Paris, with representatives from 195 countries aiming to reach a sustainable agreement on limiting global warming.…