January 2017
Hassan Rouhani to Travel to Russia for Talks with Vladimir Putin
Hassan Rouhani is set to visit Russia in March for discussions with Vladimir Putin, marking his first trip to Moscow as president. This meeting is…
Head of the Court of Audit: Astronomical Salaries Returned to the Treasury
The head of Iran's Court of Audit announced that 397 individuals returned a total of 23.3 billion tomans in unconventional salaries to the government treasury.…
French Foreign Minister: We Plan to Double Visa Issuance for Iranians
The French Foreign Minister announced plans to double the number of visas issued to Iranians, aiming to facilitate travel to France amidst a backdrop of…
Fire at Tondgouyan Refinery in Southern Tehran; 'No Casualties Reported'
A fire at the Tondgouyan refinery in southern Tehran resulted in the loss of 400,000 liters of crude oil but no casualties. The cause was…
Rouhani: The Era of Walls Between Nations is Over
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani declared that the era of walls between nations is over, criticizing the recent U.S. travel ban on Iranian citizens enacted by…
End of Debris Removal Operations at Plasco Building
The debris removal operations at the Plasco building have concluded after 9 days, recovering the bodies of 15 firefighters and four civilians. No officials have…
The Tale of Seven Days Searching Amid Smoke and Fire
A firefighter named Khani recounts his harrowing experiences during recent events in Tehran, where he and his colleagues faced extreme dangers. This narrative sheds light…
Plasco Incident; Recovery of Two Firefighters' Bodies on the Morning of the Eighth Day
On Thursday, rescue teams recovered the bodies of two firefighters from the Plasco building collapse, bringing the death toll to 15, including 13 firefighters. The…
Jimmy Carter Calls for Support of Donald Trump
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter expressed his desire for good relations with Donald Trump and emphasized the importance of supporting the new president. He shared…
Mother of One of the Victims of the Ashura 2009 Protests Arrested
Shahnaz Akmali, the mother of Mostafa Karim Beigi, a victim of the 2009 Ashura protests, has been arrested and taken to Evin Prison. This incident…
Rescue Operations Continue at Plasco Building; Victim Count Reaches 15
The Plasco building collapse in Tehran has resulted in 15 confirmed deaths, including 11 firefighters. Rescue operations are ongoing, and there are significant criticisms regarding…
35% of Tehran's Children Suffer from Coughing, Wheezing, and Shortness of Breath
A recent study reveals that over 35% of children in Tehran experience respiratory issues, with asthma prevalence rising significantly in Iran, attributed mainly to air…
Plasco, Day Six: 'Debris Removal Will Be Completed in Two Days'
The Plasco building in Tehran collapsed six days ago due to a fire, and debris removal is expected to be completed in two days. So…
Fifth Day After the Plasco Fire; Bodies of Several Victims Found
The search and rescue operation at the collapsed Plasco building has entered its fifth day, with four more bodies recovered, bringing the total fatalities to…
Trump Meets with the CIA
Donald Trump visited the CIA on his first full day as President, expressing strong support for its employees. This visit aimed to mend relations that…
Half of the Plasco Rubble Has Been Removed
Rescue efforts at the Plasco building site continue as half of the rubble has been cleared, with ongoing searches for trapped individuals. The mayor of…
Rumi in America: 'Islamization' of Rumi's Poetry
The article discusses Coleman Barks' translations of Rumi's poetry, highlighting concerns about his omission of Islamic references and the implications of presenting Rumi to a…
Warning from a Parliament Member: Child Selling has Become a Business in Iran
Bahman Taherkhani, a member of the Iranian Parliament, has warned that child selling has become a business in Iran, calling for updated laws to combat…
The Plasco Incident in a Capital with Only '120 Safe Buildings'
The Plasco building's collapse in Tehran has raised serious safety concerns, revealing that only 120 buildings in the city are deemed safe. City officials had…
The Plasco Incident as a Warning for Similar Events
The Plasco building incident has resulted in a death toll reported between three and 16, with many still missing. Officials are raising concerns about inadequate…
Moulavardi Reports Increase in Unemployment and Addiction Among Girls
Shahindokht Moulavardi, Iran's Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, highlighted the increasing unemployment and addiction rates among girls, attributing these issues to systemic barriers…
From Obama to Trump: What Awaits Iran?
Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States, marking a significant political shift that raises questions about the future of U.S.-Iran…
Danish Ambassador Summoned Following 'Assault on Iranian Embassy' in Copenhagen
The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the Danish ambassador following an assault on its embassy in Copenhagen by four individuals described as anti-revolutionary. This incident highlights…
Fire at Plasco Building in Tehran
The Plasco building in Tehran, a significant commercial complex, caught fire on January 30, leading to extensive firefighting efforts. No injuries have been reported so…
Amnesty International: Iran Must Stop 'Legalized Violence' Against Youth
Amnesty International has condemned Iran's use of corporal punishment against youth for minor offenses, highlighting cases of flogging and other severe penalties. The report underscores…
Transfer of Prisons: A Challenging Provision of the Sixth Development Plan
The Iranian government is transferring prisons from urban areas to outside cities, with the Greater Tehran Correctional Complex being the first phase of this initiative.…
Sale of Evin Prison to Tehran Municipality Canceled
The sale of Evin Prison to the Tehran Municipality has been canceled due to the municipality's lack of interest and concerns over the high costs…
Esteghlal Tehran Defeated by Esteghlal Khuzestan in Tehran
Esteghlal Khuzestan defeated Esteghlal Tehran 2-1 in a match held without spectators due to disciplinary actions. Esteghlal's loss puts them in fifth place, while Khuzestan…
Ghalibaf: I Oppose the Deposit of Municipal Revenues into the Government Treasury
Tehran's mayor, Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, opposes a provision that would transfer financial oversight of municipalities to the Court of Audit and mandates that municipal revenues…
Hands That Are Marked with Blades
Reports have surfaced about self-harm among schoolgirls in Iran, revealing a troubling trend that has persisted for years. The phenomenon is linked to various factors,…
Deputy Minister of Health: Air Pollution is the Third Leading Cause of Death in Iran
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Health reported that air pollution is the third leading cause of death in Iran, resulting in significant economic losses and…
Arash Sadeghi's Medical Leave Conditional on His Wife's Return to Prison
Arash Sadeghi's release from prison is contingent upon his wife returning to prison, despite his poor health after a lengthy hunger strike. The situation highlights…
Mercy and Hardship of the World for Iran's Economy
The article discusses the potential impacts of the global economy on Iran's economy in 2017, emphasizing the significance of economic trends for exporters and importers.…
Death Sentence of the Killer of Setayesh Qureshi Confirmed
The Supreme Court of Iran has confirmed the death sentence of a 17-year-old Iranian neighbor convicted of murdering and raping six-year-old Afghan girl Setayesh Qureshi.…
Cause of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani's Death Announced as 'Cardiac Arrest'
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, a key figure in Iran's Islamic Republic, died from cardiac arrest, with reports indicating a lack of medical support at the time…
Mahr News Report on Divorce Statistics: 20 Divorces Registered Every Hour in the Country
A report reveals that Iran is experiencing a significant increase in divorce rates, with 20 divorces registered every hour. The statistics indicate a worrying trend,…
Air Pollution Forces Closure of Elementary Schools in Tehran Again
Elementary and preschool schools in Tehran will be closed on Sunday due to severe air pollution, following a decision by the Tehran Air Pollution Emergency…
Kerry: Sanctions Alone Could Not Resolve Iran's Nuclear Threat
John Kerry's exit memo defends the Iran nuclear deal while emphasizing the need for continued pressure on Iran regarding its missile program and human rights…
400,000 Victims of Fights Visited Forensic Medicine in 2016
In the first eight months of 2016, over 400,000 individuals sought medical attention due to fight-related injuries in Iran, with Tehran, Khorasan Razavi, and Isfahan…
Iranian Doctor Residing in Sweden on Hunger Strike in Evin Prison
Ahmadreza Jalali, an Iranian doctor and researcher in Italy, has been on hunger strike in Evin Prison for ten days after being imprisoned for nearly…
Zangeneh: The Ministry of Oil Will Not Intervene in the Gas Import Issue from Turkmenistan
Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh stated that the Ministry of Oil will not intervene in the commercial dispute regarding gas imports from Turkmenistan, which has…
Refusal of Liver Transplant Due to 'Suspicion of Afghan Nationality of Iranian Patient'
A necessary liver transplant for a woman in Tehran was refused due to suspicions regarding her nationality, as she lacked an Iranian ID. Her family,…
Leila Haqiqatjou, sister of the sixth parliament representative, has been arrested
Leila Haqiqatjou, sister of former parliament member Fatemeh Haqiqatjou, was arrested at her home without prior notice, and her family has not been informed of…
Better Jobs and Key Positions; 'All for Men'
The article discusses the significant gender disparity in employment in Iran, highlighting that women are underrepresented in key managerial positions and often occupy lower-paying jobs.…