March 2017
Paradox: Interview with Golshifteh Farahani
The article discusses the weekly program 'Paradox' hosted by Kambez Hosseini, featuring various segments including interviews and discussions. This week's episode includes an interview with…
Former President of South Korea Arrested
Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye has been arrested on corruption and abuse of power charges, following her impeachment and removal from office. She is…
US Ambassador to the UN: Washington No Longer Emphasizes the Ouster of Bashar al-Assad
The US has shifted its stance on Bashar al-Assad, no longer prioritizing his removal but focusing on ending the Syrian civil war. Nikki Haley and…
Hosseini Tofigh, Editor of the Satirical Magazine Tofigh, Passes Away
Hosseini Tofigh, a prominent Iranian satirical journalist and editor of the Tofigh magazine, died at the age of 88 due to complications from a lung…
Arrest of Five Baha'i Citizens in Isfahan
Five Baha'i citizens were arrested in Isfahan, Iran, amid ongoing discrimination and repression against the Baha'i community. The arrests were confirmed by a Baha'i spokesperson,…
Customs Report: For the Second Consecutive Year, Iran's Non-Oil Exports Exceed Imports
Iran's non-oil exports exceeded imports by $246 million for the second consecutive year, with significant increases in both exports and imports. Key trading partners remain…
Merkel Rejects Key UK Demand Regarding Brexit
Angela Merkel has rejected a key demand from the UK regarding Brexit negotiations, stating that the UK cannot negotiate its exit and future relationship with…
Kourosh Za'im: The Reason for My Conviction is My Activities in the National Front of Iran
Kourosh Za'im, an elderly political prisoner, has been granted medical leave after surgery. He discusses his convictions linked to his activities in the National Front…
Iran's Inflation Rate Drops to Single Digits: From Statistics to Reality
The Central Bank of Iran announced a drop in the inflation rate to 9%, marking the first time in 26 years that Iran has a…
Theresa May Signs Official Letter for Britain's Exit from the European Union
Theresa May signed a letter initiating Britain's official exit from the EU, following a majority vote for Brexit. This marks the beginning of a two-year…
Scottish Parliament Votes in Favor of Second Independence Referendum from Britain
The Scottish Parliament has voted to hold a second referendum on independence from Britain, driven by changing circumstances due to Brexit. Nicola Sturgeon argues that…
Rouhani to Visit Moscow on Tuesday
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is set to visit Moscow for the first time, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Russia. During the visit, 15 cooperation…
Iran's Hajj Organization Office in Saudi Arabia to Reopen
Iran's Hajj Organization office in Saudi Arabia is set to reopen, allowing over 80,000 Iranian pilgrims to attend this year's Hajj. This development follows a…
UK Police Say Motives for London 'Terrorist Attack' Remain Unclear
The UK police are investigating the motives behind Khalid Masood's attack near Parliament, which resulted in four deaths. While Masood was identified as a lone…
UN Warns of Widespread Famine in Yemen
The UN has issued a warning about an impending famine in Yemen, with 60% of the population expected to face hunger. The situation has deteriorated…
Zolnoor: Rouhani Has No Chance of Winning Votes, People Should Vote for Someone Who Has Experienced Poverty
Mojtaba Zolnoor, a member of the Iranian Parliament, criticized President Rouhani's economic claims and suggested that the public should not vote for him in the…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini - Episode Five
The fifth episode of the radio program 'Paradox' features a discussion with Ebrahim Nabavi and includes segments with other hosts. This program is significant as…
Reporters Without Borders: Pressure on Journalists in Iran Continues
The article discusses ongoing repression of journalists in Iran, highlighting accusations from the UN and human rights groups against Iranian officials. Reporters Without Borders ranks…
Jawadi Hesar: Public Opinion Should Judge Ahmadinejad in Upcoming Elections
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has criticized Hassan Rouhani in a recent speech, while political analyst Mohammad Sadegh Jawadi Hesar suggests that public opinion should judge Ahmadinejad in…
Head of Iran's Election Headquarters: Number of Candidates for City Council Elections Has Tripled
The number of candidates for the Tehran City Council elections has surpassed 900, with a reported threefold increase in candidates across Iran. The registration process…
Unprecedented Decline in Arctic Ice Levels Continues
The Arctic continues to experience unprecedented declines in sea ice levels, reaching a new low this past winter. This alarming trend is attributed to a…
Rouhani's Promise to Khamenei: Existing Shortcomings Will Be Addressed
Hassan Rouhani assured Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a letter that he would address the existing shortcomings in the government's performance, particularly in economic policies.…
UN: Syrian Government and Opponents to Participate in Geneva Peace Talks
The Syrian government and opposition groups have confirmed their participation in new peace talks in Geneva, aiming to address key issues such as governance and…
Mahdavi Azad: Khamenei has apparently accepted that the next president will be Hassan Rouhani
Ayatollah Khamenei denied interfering in elections but indicated he would oppose anyone challenging the people's vote. Analyst Mahdi Mahdavi Azad noted Khamenei's softer tone, suggesting…
The 'Nowruz Challenge': Emphasizing Similarities Over Differences
The Nowruz Challenge, initiated by Iranian-American Ali Partovi, encourages people to celebrate the Persian New Year together, emphasizing unity and similarities among diverse communities in…
Yahya Al-Ishaq: 45 Million Iranians Are in Economic Hardship
Yahya Al-Ishaq, head of the Iran-Iraq Chamber of Commerce, reports that 45 million Iranians are facing economic hardship due to a significant decline in per…
News-Making Figure of 1395 Selected by You: Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani was named the most newsworthy figure of 1395 by Radio Farda's audience following his death in December. This selection highlights the significant…
Minister of Economy: State-Owned Companies 'Available for Transfer' Will Be Transferred Within a Year
Iran's Minister of Economy announced that state-owned companies deemed 'available for transfer' will be privatized within a year, citing previous delays due to managerial opposition…
Setting Vehicle on Fire in Protest Against After-Sales Service in Dehloran
In Dehloran, a man set his Dena sedan on fire in protest against the lack of after-sales service from an Iran Khodro dealership. This incident…
Perspectives: A Review of the Most Important Political Developments of 2016
In 2016, significant political confrontations occurred within Iran, including the death of key political figure Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and ongoing tensions between President Rouhani and…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini - Episode Four
The article announces the airing of the fourth episode of the radio program 'Paradox' hosted by Kambez Hosseini. The program is part of a lineup…
42 Killed in Attack by Helicopter and Military Vessel on Somali Refugee Boat
An attack by an Apache helicopter and military vessel on a boat carrying Somali refugees off the coast of Yemen resulted in at least 42…
Attack on a Mosque in Syria Leaves at Least 42 Dead
An airstrike on a mosque in northwestern Syria killed at least 42 people during evening prayers, amidst ongoing airstrikes by Russian, Syrian, and U.S. forces…
Afshin Yadollahi, Lyricist of 'Forbidden Fruit' and 'The Tenth Night', Passes Away
Afshin Yadollahi, a well-known Iranian lyricist and neurologist, died in a car accident at the age of 48. He was celebrated for his contributions to…
Member of Parliament Reports on 'Strange Lobbying' by Municipality to Reject Investigation Proposal
Fatemeh Saidi, a Tehran MP, reported heavy lobbying by the Tehran Municipality to reject an investigation proposal into its activities, citing pressure and absences among…
An Islamic State Commander Killed in Mosul
Iraqi forces killed an Islamic State commander in Mosul amid ongoing battles for control of key bridges. The fighting has intensified, with civilians fleeing the…
End of Sit-in by Clerics in South Khorasan and 20-Day Deadline to the Ministry of Interior
Clerics in South Khorasan ended their six-day sit-in demanding the dismissal of the provincial governor after issuing a statement awaiting government response. They have given…
House of Lords Supports Start of Brexit Negotiations
The UK House of Lords has approved a bill allowing Prime Minister Theresa May to begin Brexit negotiations, removing the last legislative hurdle. This decision…
Iraqi General: We Have Recaptured 30 Percent of West Mosul
Iraqi forces have recaptured 30% of western Mosul from ISIS, with signs of weakening resistance from the militants. General Ma'in al-Saadi expects the retaking of…
Turkish Prime Minister: We Will Respond Firmly to the Netherlands
Tensions between Turkey and the Netherlands escalated after the Dutch government prevented the landing of Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu's plane. Turkish officials, including Prime…
Parliament Delegates Decision on Interpretation of Election Law to the Expediency Council
The Iranian Parliament has sent a resolution to the Expediency Council asserting that the Guardian Council cannot disqualify elected candidates after the elections have been…
Asma Jahangir's Report on Iran and Default Judgments Against Iranians Abroad
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur, criticized Iran's human rights record in her report, highlighting issues such as executions and the treatment of minorities. The…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini - Episode Three
The third episode of the radio program 'Paradox' hosted by Kambez Hosseini is scheduled to air on Radio Farda. The program features discussions on various…
Salehi's Response to Criticisms of Nuclear Negotiations: 'Unfair and Populist'
Ali Akbar Salehi and Abbas Araqchi defend the JCPOA against ongoing criticisms, labeling them as unfair and attributing banking issues to historical U.S. sanctions. Their…
South Korea's Constitutional Court Dismisses President Park Geun-hye
South Korea's Constitutional Court has officially dismissed President Park Geun-hye following a parliamentary impeachment due to a political and economic scandal. This marks a significant…
Person of the Year 1395 Selected by You
A poll was conducted to select the 'Person of the Year' for 1395 (2016-2017) in Iran, with Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani receiving the highest percentage of…
Guardian Council Rejects Salary Cap for Managers Again
The Guardian Council has rejected the Iranian parliament's salary cap for managers set at 24 million tomans, citing concerns over potential brain drain and administrative…
Fatemeh Karroubi: Contrary to the term house arrest, agents of the Ministry of Intelligence are still present in our home
Fatemeh Karroubi has written to the Minister of Intelligence, expressing concern over the ongoing presence of security agents in her home despite the term 'house…
Ahmadinejad's Response to Rouhani: I Did Not Hand Over Empty Warehouses
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has publicly refuted accusations from Hassan Rouhani regarding the alleged emptiness of essential goods warehouses at the end of his presidency. Ahmadinejad claims…
Qazi Askar: Police Officers Accused of Assaulting Two Iranian Teenagers in Saudi Arabia Are Serving Their Sentences
Two Saudi police officers have been sentenced for assaulting two Iranian teenagers at Jeddah airport, leading to heightened tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Iran…
Cultural Heritage Organization Confirms Burial of 'Unknown Martyrs' in the Ancient Site of Pasargadae
Iran's Cultural Heritage Organization has confirmed the burial of two unknown martyrs in the second-degree buffer zone of Pasargadae, near the tomb of Cyrus. This…
Ahmad Khatami: A Secret Committee is Reviewing Candidates for the Future Leader
Ahmad Khatami announced the formation of a secret committee within the Assembly of Experts to review candidates for the future leader of Iran, with only…
Al Ahmad, Jerusalem, and Me
Samuel Trop reflects on Jalal Al Ahmad's travelogue about Israel, highlighting its historical context and the complex relationship between Iran and Israel during the 1960s.…
International Red Cross: Evidence of Chemical Attack on Civilians in Mosul
The International Red Cross has reported that civilians in western Mosul have been exposed to chemical weapons amid ongoing clashes. This situation arises as Iraqi…
Hosni Mubarak Acquitted of Ordering the Killing of His Opponents
Hosni Mubarak has been acquitted by the Egyptian Court of Cassation of charges related to the killing of protesters in 2011, with the court rejecting…
Al-Qaeda Confirms Death of Second-in-Command in US Airstrike
Al-Qaeda confirmed the death of its second-in-command, Abu Khayr al-Masri, in a US drone strike in Syria's Idlib. His death highlights the ongoing significance of…
Discovery of a 3.7 Billion-Year-Old Bacterium; Is Humanity Getting Closer to Finding Life on Other Planets?
Scientists have discovered evidence of a bacterium that lived over 3.7 billion years ago, potentially the oldest known fossil on Earth. This discovery, if confirmed,…
Wife of Orlando Nightclub Shooter to Be Released on Bail
Noor Salman, the wife of Orlando nightclub shooter Omar Mateen, has been granted bail by a California judge, who determined she does not pose a…
Capture of the Last Road in West Mosul; ISIS Militants Surrounded
Iraqi forces, supported by the U.S., have captured the last road out of west Mosul, effectively surrounding ISIS militants. This development is crucial as it…
ECO Summit Emphasizes the Need to Combat Terrorism and Expand Economic Cooperation
The 13th ECO summit in Islamabad focused on combating terrorism and enhancing economic cooperation among member states, including Iran, Turkey, and Pakistan. The summit resulted…
Arrest of Several Civil and Political Activists in Various Cities of Iran
Several civil and political activists have been arrested in various cities across Iran, including notable figures like Farzaneh Jalali and Mehrnaz Haghighi. This trend of…
Pentagon is Investigating Reports of the Death of Al-Qaeda's Second-in-Command in Airstrike
The Pentagon is investigating reports of the death of Abu Khayr al-Masri, the second-in-command of Al-Qaeda, in a U.S. airstrike in Syria. His death, if…