August 2018
Zarif's Goals for His Trip to Turkey and Pakistan
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif visited Turkey and Pakistan to discuss various issues, including potential strategies to bypass U.S. sanctions. His meetings with Turkish…
Separation of Pride from the People!
The Fardaa Station program discusses various pressing issues in Iran, including inflation and the rising costs of housing and cars, alongside humorous commentary on political…
Iran Breaks 20-Year Inflation Record
Iran's inflation rate has reached unprecedented levels, with a monthly inflation rate of 5.5% and a point-to-point inflation rate of 24.2% in August. The surge…
Khamenei to Government: Give Up Hope on Europeans Regarding Issues Like JCPOA
Ayatollah Khamenei has instructed the Iranian government to abandon hopes of European support regarding the JCPOA and the economy, while reiterating that negotiations with the…
Turkey Reduces Oil and Gas Imports from Iran
Turkey has significantly reduced its oil and gas imports from Iran ahead of a trilateral meeting involving Turkish President Erdogan, Russian President Putin, and Iranian…
Why Are Foreign Airlines Leaving Iran?
Three major airlines—British Airways, KLM, and Air France—are halting flights to Iran, citing a decrease in passenger numbers as the primary reason. This trend reflects…
Netanyahu Welcomes Exit of Three Airlines from Iranian Market
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the exit of British Airways, KLM, and Air France from the Iranian market, urging other companies to follow suit.…
Three European Airlines Suspend Flights to Iran
Three major European airlines, British Airways, Air France, and KLM, have suspended flights to Iran due to economic unviability and the impact of U.S. sanctions.…
Monitoring Group: Demolition of North Korean Missile Facilities Has Stopped
A monitoring group has reported that North Korea has stopped the demolition of a key missile facility, which raises concerns about the country's nuclear activities.…
Are the Chinese Replacing Italians in Iran's Railways?
Following the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA, Italian companies are leaving Iran's railway sector, with Chinese companies poised to fill the gap. The Iranian government…
Iraq to Send Delegation to the U.S. for Exemption from Iran Sanctions
Iraq is seeking an exemption from U.S. sanctions against Iran due to its economic dependence on Iranian imports. The Iraqi government is in a challenging…
Turkey's Supreme Court Rejects American Pastor's Request to End House Arrest
Turkey's Supreme Court has denied an American pastor's request to end his house arrest, leading to a significant drop in the value of the Turkish…
After North Korea, Iran?
Ayatollah Khamenei has reiterated his prohibition on negotiations with the U.S., despite past instances of secret talks. With Donald Trump open to negotiations without preconditions,…
Mnuchin: More Sanctions on Turkey If American Pastor Is Not Released
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced potential new sanctions against Turkey if they do not release American pastor Andrew Brunson, whose trial has strained U.S.-Turkey…
Turkish Court Rejects American Pastor's Request to End House Arrest
A Turkish court has denied American pastor Andrew Brunson's request to end his house arrest, while the U.S. government considers his trial unfair and has…
White House Official Warns Turkey About 'Consequences' of Not Releasing American Pastor
The White House has warned Turkey of potential economic consequences if it does not release American pastor Andrew Brunson, whose detention has strained U.S.-Turkey relations.…
UN: 30,000 ISIS Forces Remain in Iraq and Syria
The UN estimates that up to 30,000 ISIS members are still active in Iraq and Syria, despite military efforts to combat them. This report highlights…
Turkish Ambassador Meets John Bolton at the White House
The Turkish ambassador met with U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton to discuss the detention of American pastor Andrew Brunson, which has strained U.S.-Turkey relations.…
Abadi: We Only Comply with the Ban on Dollar Transactions with Iran
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi clarified that Iraq will not use the dollar in transactions with Iran but does not intend to fully implement U.S.…
Iraqi Prime Minister's Visit to Iran Canceled
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi canceled his visit to Iran after Iranian officials expressed dissatisfaction with his compliance with U.S. sanctions. While he maintains that…
Is There No Cause for Concern as Khamenei Claims?
The article discusses the impact of new sanctions on Iran's economy and the ongoing protests against political and economic instability. Supreme Leader Khamenei's dismissive statement…
Nearly Half a Million Afghan Migrants Return from Iran
Nearly half a million Afghan migrants have returned to Afghanistan from Iran amid Iran's economic crisis and the declining value of the rial. The International…
Swiss Government Advises Companies to Continue Trade Relations with Iran
The Swiss government has advised its companies to maintain trade relations with Iran despite U.S. sanctions, emphasizing the importance of economic ties. This comes amid…
From 'Back-and-Forth' in Parliament to 'Hemati's Dollar'
The article discusses a radio program that addresses recent unrest in Iran, focusing on economic issues, government actions, and social controversies. Key topics include new…
The U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Russia
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on Russia due to its involvement in the chemical poisoning of former spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter. The…
Bolton: North Korea Has Not Yet Taken Necessary Steps for Denuclearization
John Bolton stated that North Korea has not taken necessary steps for denuclearization despite previous agreements. Mike Pompeo is prepared to meet with Kim Jong-un…
Abadi: Iraq Opposes US Sanctions Against Iran but Complies for Its Own Interests
Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi stated that while Iraq opposes US sanctions against Iran, it will comply with them to protect its national interests. This…
Ghasemi: We Are Not Afraid of Negotiation, It Is Unlikely Trump Is Willing to Negotiate
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahram Ghasemi stated that Iran is not afraid of negotiations but doubts Trump's willingness to engage. He described Trump's proposal as…
Bolton: Iran Should Accept Negotiation with the US to Avoid Sanctions
John Bolton urged Iran to accept negotiations with the US to avoid renewed sanctions, emphasizing the need for Iran to abandon its missile and nuclear…
New US Sanctions and the Nightmare of Unemployment in Iran
Iran's Minister of Labor warns that new US sanctions could lead to the loss of one million jobs by the end of the year, exacerbating…
From Sanctioning Iranian Users to 5G Phones
Lenovo has blocked access for Iranian users while announcing the launch of the first 5G phone with Snapdragon 855. Google is planning to comply with…
Decline in Turkish Currency and Stock Market After US Sanctions
Following US sanctions on two Turkish ministers, the Turkish lira and stock market experienced significant declines. The sanctions were imposed in response to the detention…
World Gold Council: Iranians Purchased 15 Tons of Gold Coins and Bars in Three Months
The World Gold Council reported a significant increase in gold purchases by Iranians, doubling to 15.2 tons in three months due to economic instability and…