October 2023
Nasrin Sotoudeh Calls for Immediate Release of Tomaj Salehi and All Political Prisoners
Nasrin Sotoudeh has called for the immediate release of jailed rapper Tomaj Salehi and all political prisoners in Iran, highlighting the oppressive conditions faced by…
Continued Bread Crisis; Denial of Price Increase and Closure of Bakeries in the Capital
The bread crisis in Tehran has escalated with rising prices and government denials of these increases. Governor Ahmad Qayoumi has closed bakeries for violations while…
The 'Cash Handout' Policy for Population Growth Hits a Dead End; 'Childbearing' Loans Become Unattainable
Iran's policies to encourage population growth through financial incentives have proven ineffective, as the special housing loans for childbearing require unattainable salaries. Despite government efforts…
End of Terror in Maine; Body of Suspected Shooter Found
A U.S. Army reserve soldier, Robert R. Card, was found dead after allegedly killing 18 people in a shooting spree in Lewiston, Maine. The incident…
Israeli Foreign Minister: UN General Assembly Resolution was 'Hateful'
Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen condemned a UN resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, labeling it 'hateful' and asserting Israel's intent to destroy Hamas.…
Founder of 'Gelato' Becomes a Challenger to Biden; Democratic House Member Announces Entry into Primary Elections
Dean Phillips, a Democratic congressman from Minnesota and co-founder of 'Gelato,' has announced his candidacy for the Democratic primary for the 2024 presidential election, challenging…
Blind Judoka Expelled from Para-Asian Games: 'I Became a Victim of Dirty Games' by Officials
Vahid Jodi, a judoka expelled from the Para-Asian Games for allegedly being sighted, claims he is a victim of manipulation by officials. The incident has…
Second Round of Paris Olympic Qualifiers; Iran's Women's Football Team Defeated by Australia 2-0
The Iranian women's football team lost 2-0 to Australia in the second round of the Olympic qualifiers. This defeat highlights ongoing challenges for women's sports…
Search Continues for Suspect in Deadly Shooting in Maine, USA
A search is ongoing for Robert R. Card, the suspect in a mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, which has resulted in a death toll reported…
Macron Arrives in Tel Aviv to Express Solidarity with Israel
French President Emmanuel Macron visited Tel Aviv to show solidarity with Israel following a recent attack by Hamas. He highlighted the casualties among French citizens…
Iran Human Rights Organization: Execution of Three Prisoners in Shiraz Central Prison
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported the execution of three prisoners in Shiraz for drug-related offenses. This incident highlights the ongoing trend of increasing executions…
Exclusive | Description of the Situation of Several Political Prisoners; Saeed Ahmadi Deljou: Our Judge is You, the People
Saeed Ahmadi Deljou, a political activist and former prisoner, describes the dire conditions of political prisoners in Evin Prison and highlights the unjust treatment of…
Strengthening Ideology in Education; Prayer Time Mandatory in All Schools in Iran
The Iranian Minister of Education has mandated prayer time in all schools to strengthen the culture of prayer, aligning with the Supreme Leader's directives. This…
Iran's Statistical Center: Year-on-Year Inflation for Residential Apartments in Tehran Exceeds 75% in September
The Statistical Center of Iran reported that inflation for residential apartments in Tehran has surpassed 75% as of September, with prices more than doubling over…
Two-Week War Report; Israel: 450 Rockets from Palestinian Militants Have Fallen Inside Gaza
The Israeli Ministry of Defense reports that over 6,900 rockets have been fired from Gaza, with significant casualties on both sides. Hamas claims around 4,000…
The U.S. is working to reopen the Rafah crossing as soon as possible
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced efforts to reopen the Rafah crossing for humanitarian aid to Gaza, with support from the UN and Egypt.…
Tomaj Salehi, Imprisoned Singer, Wins Index on Censorship Award
Tomaj Salehi, an imprisoned rapper, has won the Index on Censorship's annual Freedom of Expression Award for his artistic support of Iranian protesters. His relative…
The Industrial Gap Between Iran and Turkey and Saudi Arabia Has Widened
Iran's industrial competitiveness has declined relative to Turkey and Saudi Arabia, with significant gaps in industrial value-added. Critics attribute this stagnation to poor business conditions…
Parents of Mahsa Amini React to Sakharov Prize Award: 'It is a Sign of the Esteem of Iranian Women'
Mahsa Amini's parents expressed pride and joy over her posthumous recognition with the Sakharov Prize for her role in the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement. They…
The Death Toll of Journalists in the Gaza War Reaches 19
Since the start of the Gaza war on October 7, at least 19 journalists have been killed, prompting concern from the Committee to Protect Journalists…
Zahra Rahnavard's Reaction to the Murder of Mehrjouei and Mohammadi-Far: I Hope This Time the Killer Does Not Escape Justice
Zahra Rahnavard condemned the murders of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjouei and his wife Vahideh Mohammadi-Far, linking them to a history of political violence against intellectuals in…
Shortage and 'Rationing' of Baby Formula Amid the Islamic Republic's 'Childbearing' Policies
Iran is facing a critical shortage of baby formula despite government efforts to encourage childbearing. Officials have announced the arrival of imported formula, but there…
Rocket Attack by Hamas on Tel Aviv; American Senators Transferred to Shelter
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators, led by Chuck Schumer, was in Israel during a rocket attack by Hamas on Tel Aviv, prompting their transfer…
US Secretary of State Says His Meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Was 'Very Constructive'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken described his recent meeting with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as constructive. This meeting comes in the context…
Hamas Claims: 9 Hostages Killed in Israeli Airstrikes
Hamas claims that Israeli airstrikes have killed 9 hostages, including foreigners, amid ongoing violence following the October 7 attacks. Israel denies these claims, labeling them…
Commander of Ukrainian Ground Forces: The Situation of the War in the Northeast Has Deteriorated
The situation in northeastern Ukraine has worsened as Russian forces increase their attacks near Kupiansk and Avdiivka. Ukrainian Commander Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that Russian forces…
Israel Reports Attack on Infiltrating Militants from Lebanese Territory
Israel has reported targeting militants attempting to cross from Lebanon, while Hezbollah claims to have fired rockets at Israeli positions. The situation escalated with the…
World Health Organization: Evacuating Some Patients from Northern Gaza is a 'Death Sentence' for Them
The World Health Organization warns that evacuating patients from northern Gaza could lead to their deaths, highlighting a humanitarian crisis as hospitals exceed capacity and…
Blinken in Meeting with Israeli President: Hamas's Path Leads to 'Terror and Destruction'
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog to reaffirm U.S. support for Israel amid ongoing tensions with Hamas. Blinken highlighted…
UN Experts Condemn 'Horrific Crimes of Hamas' and Label Israel's Response as 'Collective Punishment'
UN experts condemned the violence against civilians in Israel and criticized Israel's retaliatory actions in Gaza as collective punishment. They highlighted the ongoing suffering of…
Exclusive | Two Weeks of Silence Following Hunger Strike; Concerns About the Health of Zartosht Ahmadi Raghb
Zartosht Ahmadi Raghb, a political prisoner in Iran, has been on a hunger strike for two weeks and has had no contact with his family,…
NASA Unveils First Samples from Asteroid 'Bennu'
NASA is unveiling samples from the asteroid 'Bennu' that were returned to Earth last month, marking the largest soil sample collected from an asteroid. This…
Death of 6 Infants at Hajar Hospital in Shahrekord; Relevant Officials Summoned
Six infants died at Hajar Hospital in Shahrekord, prompting a special investigation and the summoning of hospital officials. The rising negligence in Iranian hospitals is…
Annual Report: 659 People Executed in Iran; 'Thousands' Await Execution
A human rights organization reported that at least 659 people were executed in Iran over the past year, with thousands more awaiting execution. The report…
American Senator's Account of Anxiety and Fear in Israel Amid Hamas Attack
Senator Cory Booker recounted his experience of fear and anxiety in Israel during the Hamas attack, highlighting the chaos and casualties. The death toll has…
The Film 'For the Tribe's Daughters' at the Busan Festival; Arsalan Amiri: Censorship is the Silent Killer of Talents in Iranian Cinema
Arsalan Amiri, an emerging Iranian filmmaker, is presenting his film 'For the Tribe's Daughters' at the Busan International Film Festival, highlighting the detrimental impact of…
Amazon Enters Competition with Starlink by Launching Experimental Satellites
Amazon has launched its first experimental satellites to provide internet services, entering direct competition with Starlink. The company plans to deploy over 3,200 satellites by…
Narges Mohammadi: I Will Stay in Iran and Continue My Activism Even at the Cost of Imprisonment
Narges Mohammadi, an imprisoned human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, declared her commitment to continue her activism in Iran despite the risk of…
Attila Pessiani, Renowned Iranian Actor, Passes Away
Attila Pessiani, a celebrated Iranian actor known for his work in cinema, theater, and television, died at 66 in France after battling cancer. His passing…
Death toll from drone attack on military academy in Syria exceeds 110
A drone attack during a military graduation ceremony in Homs, Syria, resulted in over 110 deaths and many injuries. Syrian Defense Minister Ali Mahmoud Abbas…
Democratic Senators Set Conditions for Supporting Israel-Saudi Peace Agreement
Twenty Democratic senators have set conditions for President Biden's peace efforts between Israel and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the need for a two-state solution and concerns…
Secretary of the Teachers' Association: Severe Budget Deficit is the Cause of Teacher Shortage for 460,000 Students
The Iranian education system faces a severe teacher shortage affecting approximately 460,000 students due to a long-standing budget deficit. Policymakers' neglect has led to inadequate…
Taliban Calls Pakistan's Decision to Expel 1.7 Million Afghan Migrants 'Unacceptable'
The Taliban condemned Pakistan's decision to expel 1.7 million Afghan migrants, asserting that they are not responsible for security issues in Pakistan. Pakistan's Interior Minister…
NASA Astronauts Return to the Moon with Prada Uniforms After Half a Century
NASA is collaborating with Prada and Axiom Space to design new space suits for the Artemis 3 mission, marking the first moon landing since 1972…
US Reaction to Khamenei's Stance on Arab Countries Normalizing Relations with Israel: We Don't Care
The US State Department dismissed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's criticism of Arab countries normalizing relations with Israel, emphasizing the potential positive impact of such…
Social Crisis in Iran; A Welfare Official Reports Surge in 'Hashish and Crystal' Consumption
A welfare official in Iran reports a significant rise in drug consumption, particularly among women and teenagers, with 'hashish and crystal' being the most common…
A News Agency's Account of '400 Million Toman Overtime' in the Teachers' Savings Fund
A report highlights the lack of transparency in the Teachers' Savings Fund, revealing that a manager received over 400 million tomans in overtime while teachers'…
Brazilian Neymar Arrives in Tehran with Al-Hilal; Fans Gather at Airport to Welcome Him
Brazilian football star Neymar has arrived in Tehran with Al-Hilal for an Asian club competition match against Nassaji Mazandaran. Fans gathered at the airport to…
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Celebrates His 99th Birthday
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter celebrated his 99th birthday, with the White House honoring him. His long-standing friendship with President Joe Biden and his legacy,…