October 2015
Motahari: Indifference of Society Due to Fear Has Led to Continued House Arrest
Ali Motahari, an Iranian MP, criticized the societal indifference and fear that has led to the continued house arrest of prominent political figures since 2009.…
Paul Ryan Elected as New Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives
Paul Ryan has been elected as the new Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, succeeding John Boehner. Ryan's election is significant as he is…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-131
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses various political issues in Iran, including the implications of recent events such as the death of the last…
Farewell to Ken Taylor, the Savior of American Embassy Employees in Tehran
Ken Taylor, the former Canadian ambassador who sheltered American embassy staff during the 1979 hostage crisis, passed away at 81 due to cancer. His funeral…
The Water Rights That Bind Tehran and Kabul
Iran's Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of water rights from shared rivers in the context of Iran-Afghanistan relations. This issue has been a recurring topic…
Hashemi: If Necessary, Iran's Capability to Acquire Nuclear Weapons Remains
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani stated that Iran retains the capability to acquire nuclear weapons if necessary, despite the country's official stance on peaceful nuclear use. His…
Rais Dana: Lack of Demand is Due to Mass Poverty
The Iranian government is facing significant economic challenges, including high unemployment and poverty, as it attempts to stimulate demand through various policies. Economist Fariborz Rais…
Aerotelegraph: Flights from Germany and Austria to Iran Will Increase
Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines are set to increase flights to Iran as the country opens up to Western tourism and business. This move reflects a…
Iranian-American Engineer Facing Ten-Year Prison Sentence in the U.S.
Mozafar Khazaei, an Iranian-American engineer, is facing a ten-year prison sentence for sending sensitive military documents to Iran as part of a teaching application. He…
Alireza Naderi: The Collapse of the City Theater Reflects Our Cultural Issues
The main stage of the City Theater in Iran collapsed during a set installation, raising concerns about the theater's maintenance and the government's role in…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini-130
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the implications of U.S. President Trump's statements on Iran and the death of…
Russia's $5 Billion Credit Line for Relations with Iran
Iran and Russia have agreed on a $5 billion credit line to enhance their economic relations, with discussions focusing on energy projects and increasing bilateral…
"West, Northwest"; A Japanese Lesbian Girl and a Religious Iranian Girl
The Japanese film "West, Northwest" features an Iranian girl, Naimeh, struggling to adapt to life in Japan while maintaining her religious beliefs. The film attempts…
Health Ministry Warns of Pesticide Residues in Agricultural Products
The Iranian Ministry of Health has raised alarms over high levels of pesticide and nitrate residues in common agricultural products, with 8% of tested items…
20 Killed and 10 Injured in Fatal Accident on Qom-Tehran Road
A tragic traffic accident on the Qom-Tehran road resulted in the deaths of 20 individuals, including 18 Afghan nationals, and left 10 others injured. The…
Iran's Interior Ministry: Suspect in Isfahan Acid Attacks Arrested
The Iranian Interior Ministry has arrested a suspect linked to last year's acid attacks in Isfahan, identified by victims and with a criminal background. The…
Poetry and Filmmaking; With the Taste of Whips, With the Smell of Prison
Three Iranian cultural figures, including poets Mehdi Mousavi and Fatemeh Ekhtesari and filmmaker Keyvan Karimi, received harsh sentences including imprisonment and lashes for their artistic…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 129
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's comments on…
26% Decrease in the Number of Building Permits in Spring 2015
In spring 2015, Iran saw a significant decrease in building permits issued, with a 25.8% drop compared to winter 2014. This decline reflects ongoing challenges…
Zarif: It is Not in Iran's Interest to Lose Saudi Arabia
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized the importance of maintaining relations with Saudi Arabia, arguing that both countries share common interests and challenges. His…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Summons UAE Chargé d'Affaires in Tehran
Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned the UAE chargé d'affaires following the arrest of nine Iranian teachers in Abu Dhabi, demanding their immediate release. The teachers were…
Record Sale of 550 Million Tomans for a Work by Mahmoud Farshchian at 'National Auction'
The second National Auction in Iran saw a record sale of 550 million tomans for a work by Mahmoud Farshchian, contributing to a total of…
Who was Hossein Hamadani and what role did he play in Syria?
Hossein Hamadani, a senior IRGC commander, was killed in Syria, where he played a significant role in military operations. His death highlights the ongoing involvement…
Five O'Clock with Kambiz Hosseini - 128
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements regarding…
Tehran City Council: The Decision to Reduce Council Members is 'Hasty and Unprofessional'
The Tehran City Council has criticized a recent parliamentary decision to reduce the number of council members from 31 to 21 as 'hasty and unprofessional,'…
Opponents of the Nuclear Agreement Protest Outside Parliament, Ended with Police Intervention
A sit-in protest by opponents of Iran's nuclear agreement outside the parliament ended with police intervention after warnings from law enforcement. The protesters, who had…
The Mina Incident and Its Impact on the Future of Iran-Saudi Relations
The article discusses the Mina incident and its implications for Iran-Saudi relations, inviting public opinion on the matter. It highlights the roles of Iranian officials…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 127
The radio program 'At Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the implications of the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and…
What You Should Know About the 2017 Green Card Lottery
The U.S. Department of State has announced the opening of registration for the 2017 Green Card lottery, generating significant interest among users of Radio Farda.…
30-Year-Old Captain of Persepolis Team Dies from Heart Attack
Hadi Norouzi, the 30-year-old captain of the Persepolis football team, died from a heart attack, prompting widespread mourning among fans and fellow players. His funeral…