December 2023
Israel Plans to Replace Tens of Thousands of Palestinian Workers with Foreign Laborers
Israel plans to expel all Palestinian workers and replace them with foreign laborers from various countries as a security measure following a recent Hamas attack.…
Ambiguity in the Start of Minimum Wage Negotiations; Regional Wage Reviewed by the Supreme Labor Council
Negotiations for determining minimum wages in Iran are delayed, while the Supreme Labor Council is reviewing regional wages, which labor activists fear may lead to…
Twelve Million Singles in Iran; Rising Marriage Age and Ineffectiveness of Population Growth Policies
Iran's Ministry of Sports and Youth reported that 12 million singles exist in the country, highlighting unresolved issues in youth marriage despite government efforts to…
The Preferred Currency Rate for Baby Formula Increases Sevenfold; Production May Stop in Coming Months
The preferred currency rate for baby formula in Iran has surged from 4,200 to 28,500 tomans, prompting warnings from producers that production may halt due…
Freedom Committee for Cecile Couleur: 600 Days Since Her Arrest in Iran
Cecile Couleur, a French trade union activist, has been imprisoned in Iran for 600 days, prompting calls for her release from various organizations. The situation…
Aida Younesi: My Father Has Lost Hearing in One Ear in Evin Prison
Aida Younesi reports that her father, Myrious Younesi, has lost hearing in one ear while imprisoned in Evin without a conviction. The family claims he…
Steel Workers on Fifth Day of Strike: If Our Problem Is Not Solved, Ahvaz Will Be Catastrophic
Steel workers in Ahvaz are on their fifth day of strike, demanding solutions to their grievances. The Ministry of Labor has urged them to pursue…
Access to Treatment Becomes More Expensive; Health Ministry Proposes 45% Increase in Medical Tariffs
The Iranian Health Ministry has proposed a 45% increase in medical tariffs amidst rising inflation and declining purchasing power, which has made healthcare increasingly unaffordable…
Several Explosions Occur in Red Sea Shipping Route Near Yemen's Coasts
Several explosions were reported near Yemen's coasts in the Red Sea, linked to drone and missile sightings. The incidents raise concerns about maritime security and…
Netanyahu's Conditions for Peace in the Region: First, the Destruction of Hamas, Then the Demilitarization of Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has outlined three conditions for peace in the Middle East: the destruction of Hamas, the demilitarization of Gaza, and the eradication…
Bitter Confessions of Workers; If We Protest, We Get Fired
Workers in Iran are facing severe exploitation, with many fearing dismissal if they protest for their legal rights, such as bonuses. The Ministry of Labor…
Gaza Health Ministry Reports: 60 Killed in Attack on Refugee Camp
A recent attack on a refugee camp in Gaza resulted in at least 60 deaths, with the toll likely to rise. This incident is part…
Minister of Science Opposes Resignation of Head of Educational Assessment Organization
The Minister of Science has opposed the resignation of the Head of the Educational Assessment Organization, who resigned following a court ruling reinstating candidates suspected…
Iranian Media Reports Government's Failure to Provide Infant Formula
Iranian media reports highlight the government's failure to adequately supply infant formula, leading to ongoing shortages and public discontent. Despite official claims of increased production,…
Consequences of Poverty in Healthcare; 150 Emergency Room Escapes Recorded Monthly at a Tabriz Hospital
Poverty in Iran is leading to severe healthcare crises, with hospitals reporting an average of 150 emergency room escapes monthly. This situation highlights the increasing…
The U.S. FDA Seizes Counterfeit Versions of Weight Loss Drug 'Ozempic'
The U.S. FDA has seized counterfeit versions of the weight loss drug 'Ozempic', which has been linked to several illnesses. The drug's manufacturer, Novo Nordisk,…
Ukraine Reports Downing of Three Russian Su-34 Fighter Jets
Ukrainian forces claim to have shot down three Russian Su-34 bombers, potentially using American Patriot missiles. This incident highlights ongoing military tensions as Ukraine seeks…
Turkey Arrests Over 300 Suspected ISIS Affiliates in Nationwide Operation
Turkey's security forces arrested 304 individuals suspected of being connected to ISIS in a nationwide operation. The majority of arrests took place in Istanbul, Ankara,…
Turkish Warplanes Target PKK Positions in Northern Iraq
Turkey launched airstrikes against PKK positions in northern Iraq following high-level security talks with Iraq. The strikes targeted 14 suspected PKK sites, aiming to disrupt…
Reaction of the Head of the Administrative Justice Court to the Resignation of the Head of the Assessment Organization; Fraud Not Proven
The head of Iran's Administrative Justice Court responded to the resignation of the head of the Assessment Organization, stating that no evidence of fraud has…
Resignation of Head of Educational Assessment Organization in Protest Against Administrative Justice Ruling
The head of Iran's Educational Assessment Organization, Abdolrasool Pourabbas, resigned in protest against a court ruling that reinstated candidates suspected of cheating. He stated that…
Russia says it has deployed a new 'Yars' intercontinental ballistic missile in southern Moscow
Russia has deployed a new 'Yars' intercontinental ballistic missile in southwestern Moscow, highlighting its significant nuclear capabilities amidst ongoing tensions with the West, particularly due…
Comparison of Housing Prices in Iran and Turkey; Homes in Istanbul Are Cheaper than in Tehran
A recent report reveals that housing prices in Istanbul are lower than in Tehran, with significant increases in Tehran's housing market leading to a rise…
Statement from a Group of Professors at Arak Industrial University: Stop Burning Mazut at Shazand Power Plant
Professors from Arak Industrial University have demanded an end to mazut burning at the Shazand power plant due to health risks for over a million…
Stop of Sending 'Imams' from Turkey to Mosques in Germany
Germany and Turkey have agreed to stop sending imams from Turkey to Germany, aiming to enhance the integration of Muslims into German society. This decision…
Media Reports on the Eve of the Longest Night of the Year: A Yalda of Regret and Inflation
As Yalda approaches, Iranian media report on the dire economic conditions affecting people's ability to celebrate, highlighting significant inflation and reduced purchasing power. The average…
Ministry of Health Reports 90,000 New Cancer Cases Annually
The Iranian Ministry of Health reported that there are 90,000 new cancer cases annually, with breast, colorectal, prostate, and lung cancers being the most common.…
Water in Hamas Shelters; Israel Begins Pumping Seawater into Hamas Tunnels in Gaza
Israel has begun pumping seawater into Hamas tunnels in Gaza as part of its military operations to destroy the tunnel infrastructure. This action is seen…
Widespread Criticism from Activists on the Draft Agreement of the 28th Climate Change Conference; It Does Not Address Global Warming
The draft agreement from COP 28 in Dubai has been criticized by global activists for lacking measures to combat global warming, particularly the absence of…
The U.S. Expects Israel to Use Received Weapons in Accordance with International War Laws
The U.S. has expressed concern over Israel's reported use of white phosphorus in Lebanon and has requested explanations from Israel. This situation raises questions about…
Ryan O'Neal, Star of 'Love Story', Passes Away
Ryan O'Neal, the iconic actor known for his role in 'Love Story', has passed away at the age of 82. His career spanned several decades,…
Mexican Officials Announce Arrest of Two Iranians Under FBI Surveillance Near the Border
Mexican immigration officials arrested two Iranians believed to be under FBI surveillance near the U.S. border. They were part of a group of five Iranians…
Denmark Approves Law Banning Quran Burning
Denmark's Parliament has passed a law banning the burning of the Quran in public to reduce tensions with Muslim countries following protests that involved Quran…
Signs of Subsidence Observed on the Tehran-Mashhad Railway; A Ministry Official: It's Very Dangerous
Signs of dangerous land subsidence have been reported along the Tehran-Mashhad railway, with officials warning of potential collapses. Over 35% of Iran's population is at…
Zelensky Cancels Virtual Meeting with U.S. Congress Members
Ukrainian President Zelensky canceled a virtual meeting with U.S. Congress members aimed at securing military aid amid ongoing Russian aggression. The cancellation complicates the Biden…
Biden: Hamas's refusal to free young women led to the failure of ongoing ceasefire negotiations
U.S. President Biden condemned Hamas for not releasing young women hostages, linking this refusal to the failure of ceasefire negotiations. He highlighted reports of sexual…
Israel's Plan for Hamas Tunnels in Gaza: Pumping Water from the Mediterranean Sea
Israel plans to flood Hamas tunnels in Gaza with water from the Mediterranean to eliminate militants. The U.S. has been consulted, but opinions within the…
Continuation of Ground Operations and Intensification of Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Gaza Strip
Israeli airstrikes in southern Gaza have resulted in numerous casualties among Palestinians as ground operations against Hamas intensify. Residents of Khan Younis were ordered to…
Death of 26,000 Iranians Due to Air Pollution; A Member of Parliament: Diesel Used in Power Plants is 'Equivalent to Mazut'
A member of Iran's parliament revealed that 26,000 people have died from air pollution since 2022, attributing the crisis to substandard diesel used in power…
Knife Attack on Yasouji Nurse, Nurses Protest at Medical University Campus
A Yasouji nurse was severely injured in a knife attack by a patient's companion, prompting protests from healthcare staff over unsafe hospital conditions. The incident…
A News Agency Identifies the 'Government' as the Main Opponent of the Status Change for Contract Workers
The ILNA news agency reports that the Iranian government, specifically through statements by Meysam Latifi, opposes the status change for contract workers, despite previous assurances…
Conditions of Marriage Contract Added Back to Electronic Marriage Document
The Iranian government has decided to include the conditions of the marriage contract in the newly introduced electronic marriage documents after initial plans excluded them.…
Parliamentary Joint Commission Accuses Government of Violating 'Seventh Development Plan' Regarding Pensioners' Salary Increase
The Iranian Parliament's Joint Commission has accused the government of violating the 'Seventh Development Plan' by proposing only a 20% salary increase for pensioners instead…
US Refuses to Comment on 'Increased Precision of Israeli Attacks'; Emphasizes Hamas's Responsibility for Ceasefire Failure
The US has refrained from commenting on the precision of Israeli attacks against Hamas after a ceasefire ended, while emphasizing Hamas's responsibility for the ceasefire's…
World AIDS Day; Iran's 'Misleading' Statistics Despite Global Efforts to Eradicate the Disease
On World AIDS Day, the U.S. emphasizes the need for collective action against HIV/AIDS, while Iranian health officials report misleading statistics about the disease's prevalence…
Germany Condemns Hamas Terrorist Attack in Jerusalem
Germany condemned a Hamas terrorist attack in Jerusalem that killed four people during a ceasefire in Gaza. The attackers were identified as brothers affiliated with…