July 2023
Minister of Culture Calls Prominent Artists 'Flagbearers of the Struggle Against the Islamic Republic' in Protests
The Iranian Minister of Culture has labeled prominent artists who support protests against the Islamic Republic as 'flagbearers of the struggle,' while also announcing new…
New Reaction from the Minister of Culture: 'No Negative Reports' on the Gilan Director Before Recent Incident
The Iranian Minister of Culture denied having prior knowledge of sexual misconduct allegations against Reza Taqati, the dismissed Director General of Culture in Gilan, despite…
Expansion of the Dimensions of the 'Forbidden Relationship' Film Release; Whistleblower Claims Minister of Culture Was Aware of the Scandal
A scandal involving Reza Taqati, the director of the Gilan Province Cultural Heritage Office, has emerged after a sexual video was released, leading to his…
Former MP: Lack of Action Against Saeed Toosi and Reza Taqati Has Political Reasons
A former Iranian MP claims that political motivations are behind the lack of action against Saeed Toosi and Reza Taqati, both involved in sexual misconduct…
Whistleblower of Taqati Scandal to VOA: He Had Multiple Sexual Partners Who Have Been Arrested
Reza Taqati, the dismissed director general of culture and Islamic guidance in Gilan, was involved in a sexual scandal leading to his arrest and the…
Reactions to the Sexual Scandal of the Director of Culture and Guidance in Gilan; MP: It's a Disaster
Reza Taqati, the Director of Culture and Guidance in Gilan, was dismissed following the release of a video showing him in a sexual relationship with…