July 2016
Members of the Society of Teachers Threaten to Publicize Letter Criticizing Rouhani
Members of the Society of Teachers in Qom have threatened to make public a letter criticizing President Rouhani if he does not respond. The letter…
Tehran Friday Prayer Leader Warns: Some Cultural Products Are Worse Than AIDS and Cancer
Kazem Sedighi, the Friday Prayer Leader of Tehran, has warned that certain cultural products in Iran are more harmful than AIDS and cancer, reflecting concerns…
Three 'Yarsan' Followers Sew Their Lips in Protest During Rouhani's Visit to Kermanshah
Three Yarsan followers protested by sewing their lips shut during President Rouhani's visit to Kermanshah, highlighting ongoing discrimination against their community. This act of protest…
Ministry of Interior: No Individual or Official Has Entered Iran from Turkey After Recent Events
Iran's Deputy Security Minister stated that the recent coup attempt in Turkey did not pose a security threat to Iran, and no officials have crossed…
One Year Later; The Fate of the JCPOA
The article reflects on the one-year anniversary of the JCPOA, questioning its impact on the Iranian populace in economic and political terms. Experts discuss the…
The Impact of the Nuclear Agreement on Human Rights and Civil Society
Nasrin Sotoudeh discusses the impact of the nuclear agreement on human rights and civil society in Iran, noting that while the situation has not worsened,…
Iran's President to Visit Azerbaijan Next Month
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani is scheduled to visit Azerbaijan next month, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations. This visit follows a history of fluctuating ties, with…
Death of Abbas Kiarostami: Presidents Pay Tribute to the Artist
Abbas Kiarostami, a celebrated Iranian filmmaker, passed away at the age of 76 in Paris, prompting tributes from Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and former President…
The Realization of the Promise of Single-Digit Inflation Amidst Recession
Iran has achieved a single-digit inflation rate for the first time in 25 years, with the Central Bank reporting a rate of 9.7% in June…