December 2018
Parliament Research Center Doubts Realization of Oil Revenues in the 98 Budget Bill
The Iranian Parliament Research Center has raised concerns about the feasibility of projected oil revenues in the upcoming budget, citing a dependency of 35% on…
Iran's Economic Growth Rate Announced at 0.4% for the First Half of the Year
Iran's economic growth rate for the first half of the year is reported at 0.4% with oil and 0.3% without oil, indicating a slight improvement…
The Ups and Downs of the Car Market in Iran
The Iranian car market is experiencing fluctuations with some car prices decreasing after a period of sharp increases. Minister of Industry Reza Rahmani has stated…
Yalda Night at the Leader's Residence
The article describes a surreal dream involving a Yalda Night ceremony at the Leader's residence, where various officials interact in humorous and absurd ways, highlighting…
The U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Russian Individuals and Entities
The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed new sanctions on Russian individuals and entities linked to the 2016 election interference and other malicious activities. Key figures…
USA: Sanctions on North Korea Will Be Lifted After Dismantling Nuclear Weapons
The U.S. State Department has reiterated that sanctions on North Korea will only be lifted after the country denuclearizes, amidst ongoing tensions and stalled negotiations.…
I Want to Be a 'Groom'
The article is a surreal dream narrative where the author finds himself in a matchmaking scenario, humorously navigating the expectations of being a groom and…
Iran and Rival Strategies for Change
The article discusses the strategies being considered by Iranian reformists and opposition figures in light of economic pressures and political repression. Behzad Nabavi advocates for…
Trump Emphasizes No Rush for Agreement with North Korea
President Trump stated that the U.S. is not rushing negotiations with North Korea regarding denuclearization, emphasizing the potential for North Korea's economic improvement. Analysts express…
Associated Press: Iranian Hackers Target Personal Emails of U.S. Officials
Iranian hackers, known as "Charming Kitten," have attempted to breach the personal emails of U.S. Treasury officials following the reinstatement of U.S. sanctions against Iran.…
U.S. Senate Paves the Way for Resolution to End Military Support for Saudi Coalition
The U.S. Senate has voted to advance a resolution to end military support for the Saudi coalition in Yemen, while the House of Representatives passed…
Sympathy for the French, Batons for the Iranians
The program discusses Iranian officials' reactions to protests in France while addressing various domestic issues, including sports and political controversies. It highlights the contrast between…
Iran's Exports to the U.S. Halted, Imports from the U.S. Surge
Following the imposition of U.S. sanctions, Iranian exports to the U.S. have nearly stopped, while U.S. exports to Iran have surged significantly. This shift highlights…
Erdogan Reports 'Positive Developments' in Turkish Banker Case in the U.S.
Turkish President Erdogan announced positive developments regarding the case of Hakan Atilla, a banker convicted in the U.S. for violating sanctions against Iran. The New…
Ways and Prices for Selling Iranian Oil to New Customers
Iran's First Vice President announced that the country has found new methods to sell oil despite U.S. sanctions. Shahin Fatemi discussed potential ways, including clandestine…
Ukraine Calls for Increased Sanctions Against Russia
Ukraine's foreign minister called for increased sanctions against Russia during an OSCE meeting in Milan, citing Russia's aggressive actions. The U.S. also conducted a reconnaissance…
Iraq: Two Years Needed to Stop Gas Purchases from Iran
Iraq's Energy Minister announced that it will take two years to stop importing gas from Iran while increasing domestic production. The U.S. has provided a…
OPEC Agreement to 'Reduce' Oil Production
OPEC ministers have agreed to reduce oil production, pending input from Russia. The discussions come as oil prices have significantly dropped, and U.S. President Trump…
Netanyahu's Conversation with UN Secretary-General about Hezbollah Tunnels on Israel's Border
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, urging international condemnation of Hezbollah's border tunnel activities, which he claims violate Israel's sovereignty…
Significant Drop in Turkey's Oil and Gas Imports from Iran
Turkey has significantly reduced its oil and gas imports from Iran, with oil purchases dropping over 30% and gas exports down by more than 20%.…
South Korean President: Trump said Kim will get everything he wants if North Korea denuclearizes
South Korean President Moon Jae-in relayed a message from Donald Trump indicating that if North Korea denuclearizes, Kim Jong-un will receive all promised benefits. This…
Iran's Agreement with South Korea for Oil-for-Goods Trade
Iran has established a barter system with South Korea to trade oil for goods as a means to circumvent U.S. sanctions. This agreement is significant…