July 2016
Tehran Prosecutor: Selling Clothes with 'Corrupt and Deviant Groups' Symbols is a Crime
Tehran's prosecutor has declared the sale of clothing featuring symbols of corrupt groups a crime, urging police to shut down offending stores. This move highlights…
What Will Happen to the Eight Turkish Soldiers Seeking Asylum in Greece?
Eight Turkish soldiers fled to Greece seeking asylum after the failed coup in Turkey. The Turkish government demands their extradition despite the lack of a…
Prosecutor Denies Sending Threatening Text Messages to Journalists
Tehran's prosecutor denied allegations of sending threatening messages to journalists and activists, claiming such accusations aim to discredit the judiciary. Many received messages demanding they…
Criticism of the Spread of 'Queen' Clothing for Men and Women in Iran
The Iranian news agency Mizan criticized the growing popularity of 'Queen' clothing, calling it a manifestation of cultural aggression from the West. Officials, including parliament…
Controversial Billboards in Tehran and Citizens' 'Suggested Banners'
Tehran has installed controversial anti-American billboards as part of a designated week to highlight alleged U.S. human rights violations. Critics, including sociologists, argue that this…