December 2016
The Living's Sleep in the Grave
A report on homeless individuals sleeping in graves in Nasirabad has ignited public outrage in Iran, leading to discussions about government indifference. Notably, filmmaker Asghar…
Continued Hunger Strike of Prisoners; 'Arash is Spitting Blood'
Morteza Moradpour and Amir Amirgholi ended their hunger strikes, but several other political prisoners continue their protests, facing severe health issues. Arash Sadeghi's mother expresses…
Central Bank: Housing Transactions Decreased in December
In December, Tehran saw a 5.9% decrease in residential apartment transactions compared to last year, indicating ongoing stagnation in the housing market. Despite this, the…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 187
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of a Mossad representative and the ongoing protests. Key issues include the…
Ceasefire Agreement Signed Between Assad and Opposition; Russia to Reduce Its Forces
A ceasefire agreement has been signed between the Syrian government and armed opposition, with Russia announcing a reduction of its military forces in Syria. This…
Trump says two major companies will create eight thousand jobs in the U.S.
Donald Trump announced that Sprint Corp and OneWeb will bring back a total of eight thousand jobs to the U.S. as part of his commitment…
Lebanon's Parliament Grants Confidence to Saad Hariri's Cabinet
Lebanon's parliament has granted a vote of confidence to Saad Hariri's new cabinet after a prolonged political crisis. Hariri, who is opposed to Syria and…
Downed Russian Military Aircraft; 'All Possibilities Are Being Considered'
A Russian military aircraft has crashed, and investigators are considering all possibilities for the cause, including a potential terrorist attack. The crash resulted in the…
UN General Assembly Passes Resolution Criticizing Human Rights Situation in Iran
The UN General Assembly passed a resolution criticizing Iran's human rights record, supported by 85 countries. This resolution addresses issues like executions, journalist detentions, and…
Respect for Citizens' Rights or Election Propaganda?
Hassan Rouhani signed the Citizens' Rights Charter, fulfilling an electoral promise, but it faces criticism for lacking enforcement and ignoring constitutional principles. Ayatollah Yazdi has…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 186
The radio program discusses the current situation in Iran, including the responsibilities of the opposition and the potential for societal radicalization. It highlights significant events…
Warning of 'Serious Damage' to the Pharmaceutical Sector in Iran
Rasoul Dinarvand, head of Iran's Food and Drug Organization, warned of serious damage to the pharmaceutical sector due to unpaid claims from hospitals to insurance…
Hassan Rouhani, President of Iran, Signed and Announced the Citizenship Charter. What is your opinion on this action by Rouhani?
President Hassan Rouhani has signed and announced a Citizenship Charter aimed at reforming citizens' rights in Iran. The article includes a survey about public opinion…
Murder of the Russian Ambassador in Ankara; Images and Video from Radio Farda Hours After the Incident
The Russian ambassador to Turkey was assassinated while visiting an art gallery in Ankara, with the assailant identified as a riot police officer. This incident…
Investigation into the Connection Between Gulen Network and Assailant of Karlov; Gulen Condemns the Assassination of the Russian Ambassador
The assassination of the Russian ambassador in Ankara has led to investigations suggesting a connection to the Gulen network, which Fethullah Gulen has condemned as…
Why Daniel Noroozi Returned from Isfahan to Denmark
Daniel Noroozi, a young Iranian-Danish footballer, returned to Denmark after facing military service issues that prevented him from playing for Sepahan Isfahan in the Iranian…
Tehran Governor: We Prevented 97% of Tehran's Farms from Being Irrigated with Sewage
Tehran's Governor announced that 97% of farms on the outskirts of the city have been prevented from using sewage for irrigation, despite previous reports indicating…
The Detainees in Pasargad Had No Lawyer and Their Sentences Were Announced Verbally
74 detainees commemorating Cyrus in Pasargad were sentenced to prison without legal representation, and their sentences were announced verbally. The Iranian judiciary has not officially…
Dialogue Between the Foreign Ministers of Iran, Russia, and Turkey Regarding the Syrian Crisis
The foreign ministers of Iran, Russia, and Turkey engaged in discussions about the Syrian crisis, focusing on the situation in Aleppo and the evacuation of…
Women’s Faction in Parliament Seeks to Reform Laws Related to the Minimum Age of Marriage for Girls
The Women’s Faction in the Iranian Parliament is working to reform laws regarding the minimum marriage age for girls, currently set at 13, amid rising…
Window; Iran's Situation in the Annual Report of Reporters Without Borders
Reporters Without Borders' annual report highlights Iran's status as the fifth largest jailer of journalists globally, with 24 imprisoned. The ongoing hunger strikes of several…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 185
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements on Iran.…
Experience 'In the Interrogation Room'
The article discusses the experiences of a journalist who underwent interrogations in Iranian prisons, detailing the psychological and physical pressures faced during these processes. It…
Kenya Expels Two Iranians Accused of 'Terrorism'
A Kenyan court has expelled two Iranian citizens, Nasrollah Ebrahimi and Abdolhossein Safaei, who were arrested on charges of attempting to film the Israeli embassy…
Deteriorating Health Condition of Some Political Prisoners Following Hunger Strike
Several political prisoners in Iran are on a hunger strike, and their health is reportedly worsening. Key figures include Ali Shariati and Arash Sadeghi, who…
UN: Another 82 Civilians Killed in Aleppo
The UN reports that at least 82 civilians have been killed in Aleppo by pro-Assad forces as the city nears full government control. International organizations…
Rohani: Gulf Countries are Taking Iranian Soil for Their Own Purposes
Iranian President Hassan Rohani has warned that Gulf countries are smuggling Iranian soil for agricultural purposes, highlighting the environmental threat posed by this practice. This…
The Rising Trend of Corruption in Iran Over the Last 30 Years
Massoud Khansari and Hojjatoleslam Natiq Nouri highlighted the persistent issue of corruption in Iran at a recent conference, noting its detrimental impact on foreign investment…
Final Blow to Galaxy Note 7
Samsung is set to permanently disable the remaining Galaxy Note 7 phones in the market through a software update on December 19, as 10% of…
Ali Shariati's Condition in Evin Prison is 'Critical'
Ali Shariati, a reformist prisoner in Iran, is in critical condition after a 20-day hunger strike protesting charges against him for participating in a demonstration…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Explosion at Coptic Church in Cairo
A deadly explosion at a Coptic church in Cairo during Sunday prayers killed 22 to 25 worshippers, mostly women and children, and injured dozens more.…
Arrest of Peyman Aref, Political Activist, by Turkish Security Forces
Peyman Aref, a political activist and refugee in Turkey, was arrested by Turkish security forces, reportedly due to his disclosures about a meeting concerning Iranian…
Iranian Arrested in Kenya: Israel Has Fabricated a Case Against Us
Two Iranian nationals, Nasrollah Ebrahimi and Abdolhossein Safaei, were arrested in Kenya for filming around the Israeli embassy. They claim Israel fabricated a case against…
Trump Emphasizes the Need to Improve US-China Relations
Donald Trump emphasizes the importance of improving US-China relations, criticizing China's economic policies and lack of action on North Korea. His phone conversation with Taiwan's…
Ongoing Controversies Surrounding the Series 'Shahrzad'
The arrest of Mohammad Imami, a producer of the popular series 'Shahrzad', linked to a financial corruption case, has sparked controversy over the series' production…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 184
The radio program "Five O'Clock" discusses current events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's comments on Iran's…
Deputy Governor of the Central Bank: Changing the Currency Unit Does Not Mean Monetary Reform
The Iranian Central Bank's Deputy Governor announced that changing the currency unit from rial to toman is not a monetary reform but a move to…
Mentally Disabled Individuals Are Also Sources of Life and Joy
A French court has banned a film showcasing the joy of mentally disabled individuals, citing concerns over upsetting parents who have aborted such fetuses. The…
Mandatory Implementation of the Law Reducing Working Hours for Women in Iranian Government Agencies
The Iranian government has mandated a law reducing working hours for women in public sector jobs, decreasing their weekly hours from 44 to 36. This…
Cyber Police: Theft from 90 Jewelry Stores in Tehran via Computer Malware
The Cyber Police in Tehran reported that 90 jewelry stores were hacked using keylogger malware, leading to significant financial theft. The suspects have been arrested…
Earthquake in Indonesia Leaves Around 100 Dead
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake in Aceh, Indonesia has resulted in around 100 deaths, with the toll expected to rise. The region is known for its…
Hadi's Government Claims UN Plan Legitimizes Yemeni Rebels
The Yemeni government led by Hadi has criticized a UN plan as legitimizing Houthi rebels amidst reports of Saudi and UAE support for the plan.…
Amazon Go: Go to the store, take what you want, and return home
Amazon is set to open its first checkout-free grocery store, Amazon Go, in Seattle, allowing customers to shop without waiting in line. This innovative shopping…
Tehran City Council Member: The Soil of the Capital is No Longer Fertile
Mohammad Haqani, head of the Environment Committee of Tehran City Council, announced that Tehran's soil is polluted and no longer fertile, highlighting the serious environmental…
Head of Women's Basij: Judiciary Should Confront Gender Equality Advocates
Minou Aslani, head of the Women's Basij, criticized Iran's commitment to gender equality as contrary to women's interests and called for judicial action against advocates…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 183
The radio program discusses the current political climate in Iran, including the responsibility of opposition groups and the potential for societal radicalization. It also highlights…
François Hollande Will Not Run for French Presidential Election
François Hollande has announced he will not run for re-election in the upcoming French presidential election, surprising many as aides previously indicated he would. His…
How I Joined ISIS
Walid Ismail, a 20-year-old former bakery worker, surrendered to Kurdish forces after being captured by ISIS. He describes how the Islamic State recruited fighters through…
Iranian Society and the Taboo of Virginity
The article discusses the ongoing social taboo surrounding virginity in Iran, featuring insights from women's rights activist Asieh Amini and sexual therapist Sara Naserzadeh. They…
Amnesty International: Major International Companies Complicit in Human Rights Violations through Palm Oil Consumption
Amnesty International has accused major international companies, including Nestlé and Unilever, of complicity in human rights violations linked to palm oil production in Indonesia, where…
Russia Demands Explanation from Erdogan Regarding 'Ending Assad's Regime'
Turkey's President Erdogan stated that the Turkish military's presence in Syria aims to end Assad's regime, prompting a serious response from Russia. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry…