August 2023
Intensification of Security Atmosphere Against Teachers; At Least 80 Teachers Deprived of Ranking Law
The Iranian government has intensified security measures against teachers, leading to the deprivation of at least 80 teachers from the ranking law due to their…
A Member of Parliament: Inflation Control Has Failed; People Do Not Believe in Decreasing Inflation
A member of the Iranian Parliament criticized the government's claims of decreasing inflation, stating that the public does not believe these assertions. Recent statistics show…
A 30 Trillion Toman Market for VPNs; Iranians Use the Internet for 169 Minutes Daily
Iranians spent 30 trillion tomans on VPNs last year, with 80% using them to access social media. The increase in VPN usage reflects the government's…
Revisions Made to the University Entrance Exam Field Selection Guide; 'Cinema' Returns, but 'Sculpture' is Still Absent
The Cinema field has been reinstated in the university entrance exam selection guide, but the Sculpture field remains absent. This change follows significant public and…
Several Schools in Tehran and Isfahan Evacuated Due to 'Land Subsidence'
Several schools in Tehran and Isfahan have been evacuated due to safety concerns related to land subsidence. The Iranian authorities have identified a significant number…
Navid Mihandoost Before Going to Prison: They Do Not Distinguish Between Cultural and Security Issues
Navid Mihandoost, an Iranian filmmaker, has been sentenced to three years in prison for charges related to national security and propaganda against the state, stemming…
Armed Clash in Isfahan; Two Police Officers Killed
An armed confrontation in Isfahan resulted in the deaths of two police officers and two other individuals. The incident occurred during a chase after one…
Head of Shahid Beheshti Cancer Research Center: Iran Among Top Ten Countries in Cancer Growth
Dr. Mohammad Esmail Akbari announced that Iran ranks among the top ten countries for cancer growth, with breast and prostate cancers being the most prevalent.…
Public Reports on the 'Chaotic Situation' of Gas Stations; Oil Minister: Consumption is High
The Iranian Oil Minister claims that gasoline consumption has increased significantly, with reports of chaotic distribution at gas stations contradicting official statements. Citizens express frustration…
A Member of Parliament: The 'Mandatory Hijab' Bill Has Also Entered the Student Domain
A parliament member has raised concerns about the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill affecting students under 18, which includes punitive measures for non-compliance. The bill mandates…
Flames Engulf the Forests of Paveh; Fire Rekindles from the Ashes
A significant fire reignited in the forests of Sardreh, Paveh, after being temporarily contained, prompting local officials to request assistance from skilled volunteers. This incident…
Summoning Hanieh Daemi; "Agents of the Islamic Republic are struggling to prevent the start of protests"
As the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death approaches, Iranian authorities are intensifying threats against families of victims and civil rights activists. Hanieh Daemi was summoned…
The Iranian Livelihood Basket Shrinks; Clothing Budget for Lower Deciles: 30,000 Tomans a Year
The Iranian economy is facing a severe decline in the purchasing power of poor households, with the clothing budget for lower deciles reduced to 30,000…
Criticism of the Central Bank Governor of Iran; Trade News: Cherry-Picking Economic Statistics Continues
The Central Bank of Iran's Governor, Mohammad Reza Farzin, faces criticism for contradictory statements regarding inflation, as rising prices severely impact the purchasing power of…
The Death Toll from the Building Collapse in Tehran Reaches Four, Two Victims Were Police Officers
A building collapse in southern Tehran during a crackdown on illegal construction resulted in four deaths, including two police officers. The incident highlights the ongoing…
Abulfazl Ghadiani: The Second Wave of the 'Women, Life, Freedom' Movement Will Soon Overthrow Khamenei and His Regime
Abulfazl Ghadiani, a political activist critical of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, asserts that the second wave of the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement will eventually…
Tehran Municipality Continues to Reclaim Buildings from NGOs
Tehran Municipality is intensifying efforts to reclaim properties from NGOs, citing safety concerns and previous mismanagement. The current mayor, Alireza Zakani, has publicly stated that…
A Ranger Targeted by Poachers in the Protected Hunting Area of 'Nepal' in Shahroud
A ranger was injured during an armed confrontation with poachers in a protected area in Shahroud, Iran. Two poachers have been arrested, while the main…
Increase in Ultraviolet Radiation Index in Tehran to 'Dangerous' Levels
The UV index in Tehran has reached a dangerous level of 12, prompting officials to warn residents against sun exposure during peak hours. The head…
Dozens of Job Seekers Arrested in Takab Transferred to Security Detention Centers in Urmia
Dozens of job seekers in Takab were arrested and transferred to security detention centers following protests against local unemployment related to the Agh Dareh gold…
Contradictory Statements by Health Minister Regarding Potential Extension of Nationwide Closure in Iran
The Iranian Health Minister made conflicting statements about the potential extension of a nationwide closure due to heat, suggesting it would depend on harmful temperatures…
Request by Representatives; Making Citizenship More Difficult for Children of Iranian Mothers
A group of Iranian representatives proposed a law to make it more difficult for children of Iranian mothers and foreign fathers to obtain citizenship, requiring…