October 2023
Abdol Fazl Ghadiani: Khamenei is Responsible for the Murder of Armita Garavand
Abdol Fazl Ghadiani accuses Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei of being responsible for the murder of 16-year-old Armita Garavand, who fell into a coma after an…
Housing Inflation is '30 Percent' Higher than General Inflation
Official housing statistics in Iran reveal that housing inflation is 30% higher than general inflation, primarily due to high land prices. Approximately 6 million people…
Continued Bread Crisis; Denial of Price Increase and Closure of Bakeries in the Capital
The bread crisis in Tehran has escalated with rising prices and government denials of these increases. Governor Ahmad Qayoumi has closed bakeries for violations while…
The 'Cash Handout' Policy for Population Growth Hits a Dead End; 'Childbearing' Loans Become Unattainable
Iran's policies to encourage population growth through financial incentives have proven ineffective, as the special housing loans for childbearing require unattainable salaries. Despite government efforts…
Evin Officials Prevent the Transfer of Imprisoned Labor Activist Davood Rezavi to Hospital
Evin prison officials have blocked the transfer of imprisoned labor activist Davood Rezavi to the hospital for necessary medical treatment, citing his refusal to wear…
Second Round of Paris Olympic Qualifiers; Iran's Women's Football Team Defeated by Australia 2-0
The Iranian women's football team lost 2-0 to Australia in the second round of the Olympic qualifiers. This defeat highlights ongoing challenges for women's sports…
Silent Crisis in Tehran; '3 Million' Will Die Following an Earthquake
Tehran officials warn of a critical lack of earthquake preparedness, with estimates suggesting that up to 3 million people could die in the event of…
Maryam Abdi Temporarily Released on Bail
Maryam Abdi, a civil activist in Iran, was temporarily released on bail after being arrested on October 23. The Ministry of Intelligence was responsible for…
A Psychiatrist: The Psychological Effects of the Protests of Fall 2022 Will Continue
A psychiatrist warns that the psychological effects of the protests in Fall 2022 are still felt in Iran, with many people experiencing a lack of…
Iran's Statistical Center: Year-on-Year Inflation for Residential Apartments in Tehran Exceeds 75% in September
The Statistical Center of Iran reported that inflation for residential apartments in Tehran has surpassed 75% as of September, with prices more than doubling over…
Israeli Army Commanders Warn Gaza Residents: We Are Ready to Enter Gaza, Move South
Israeli army commanders have warned Gaza residents to move south as they prepare for an imminent ground invasion aimed at eliminating Hamas, following a significant…
The Expediency Discernment Council Deems Two Articles of the 'Hijab and Chastity' Bill Contrary to System Policies
The Expediency Discernment Council has rejected two articles of the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill due to ambiguities in definitions that contradict the system's policies. The…
Crisis Management in Iran's Capital: Estimates of Potential Earthquake Casualties in Tehran are 'Confidential'
A government official in Iran revealed that estimates of potential casualties from a possible earthquake in Tehran are confidential, emphasizing that residents may need to…
Potential Involvement of Houthis in Conflict; US Navy Warship Intercepts Several Missiles Near Yemen
A US Navy warship intercepted Houthi missiles near Yemen, raising concerns about potential escalation in the region. The Houthis have threatened retaliation if the US…
Evin Prison Chief Prevents Transfer of Reza Shahabi to Hospital Due to Not Wearing Prison Clothes
Reza Shahabi, a political prisoner and member of the Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company, was denied transfer to a hospital for…
Fariba Adelkhah, Iranian-French Researcher, Returns to France
Fariba Adelkhah, an Iranian-French researcher imprisoned in Iran since 2019, has returned to France after being barred from leaving despite her release. Her case drew…
Zahra Rahnavard's Reaction to the Murder of Mehrjouei and Mohammadi-Far: I Hope This Time the Killer Does Not Escape Justice
Zahra Rahnavard condemned the murders of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjouei and his wife Vahideh Mohammadi-Far, linking them to a history of political violence against intellectuals in…
Mehdi Yarahee Released on Bail
Mehdi Yarahee, a protesting Iranian singer, was released on bail after being arrested for his song "Roosarito," which was deemed illegal by state media. His…
Shortage and 'Rationing' of Baby Formula Amid the Islamic Republic's 'Childbearing' Policies
Iran is facing a critical shortage of baby formula despite government efforts to encourage childbearing. Officials have announced the arrival of imported formula, but there…
Consequences of Poverty Expansion in Iran: 556,000 Adolescents Drop Out Before Entering High School
The Iranian Statistical Center reports that over 556,000 adolescents have dropped out of school before high school, primarily due to poverty. This trend reflects a…
Mandatory Hijab; Threatening Letters from 'Security' to Female Students at Allameh Tabatabai University
Student activists report increased security pressures on female students at Allameh Tabatabai University, including threatening letters regarding hijab compliance. This situation reflects a broader trend…
UN Experts Call for Immediate Release of Narges Mohammadi from Prison
UN experts have called for the immediate release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist recently awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, citing concerns over…
Dismissal of 32,000 Adjunct Professors from Azad University; 20,000 Doctoral Students Replaced Them
Azad University has dismissed 32,000 adjunct professors, replacing them with 20,000 first and second semester doctoral students. This decision, made without prior notice, raises concerns…
Hengaw Human Rights Organization: Armita Garavand Remains in Coma
Armita Garavand, a 16-year-old girl, remains in a coma after being attacked by a morality police officer for not wearing her hijab properly. Despite state…
Summoning of Over 50 Amir Kabir University Students to Disciplinary Committee
Over 50 students from Amir Kabir University have been summoned to the disciplinary committee following a review of security footage from last year's protests. This…
Leaders of the US, UK, Germany, and France Discuss Defense of Israel
Leaders from the US, UK, Germany, and France are discussing their support for Israel following a brutal attack by Hamas. Biden and European leaders have…
Flights at Hamburg Airport Resumed After Inspection of Plane from Tehran
Flights at Hamburg Airport were temporarily suspended due to a bomb threat concerning a plane from Tehran, but have since resumed after inspections. The incident…
Mohammad Bagheri: Iranian Opposition Groups in Iraq Must Be Completely Disarmed
Iran's military chief has called for the complete disarmament of Iranian opposition groups in Iraq, linking it to a security agreement with Baghdad. This move…
Majid Tavakoli Arrested to Serve 5-Year Prison Sentence
Majid Tavakoli, a political activist, was arrested to serve a 5-year prison sentence related to charges of conspiracy against national security. His wife announced the…
Amnesty International Calls for Independent International Investigation into the Condition of Armita Garavand
Amnesty International has called for an independent investigation into the coma of 16-year-old Armita Garavand, who reportedly fell unconscious after an incident involving a hijab…
Narges Mohammadi's Son Reacts to Nobel Peace Prize News: 'My Heart Stopped'
Narges Mohammadi's son, Ali Rahmani, expressed his joy and surprise at his mother's Nobel Peace Prize win while living in Paris. Narges, currently imprisoned in…
Attila Pessiani, Renowned Iranian Actor, Passes Away
Attila Pessiani, a celebrated Iranian actor known for his work in cinema, theater, and television, died at 66 in France after battling cancer. His passing…
Third Case of Femicide in Mahalat, Markazi Province: 'Yeganeh' Was Seeking Work
Yeganeh Rostami, a 23-year-old woman, was murdered by her uncle in Mahalat, Iran, allegedly for 'honor' reasons after separating from her husband. This incident marks…
Exclusive | Details of a Student's 'Suicide'; School Officials' Reaction Over Nail Polish
Zahra Hatami, an eighth-grade student, reportedly committed suicide after being suspended for three days due to her nail polish and having her phone confiscated by…
Brazilian Neymar Arrives in Tehran with Al-Hilal; Fans Gather at Airport to Welcome Him
Brazilian football star Neymar has arrived in Tehran with Al-Hilal for an Asian club competition match against Nassaji Mazandaran. Fans gathered at the airport to…
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter Celebrates His 99th Birthday
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter celebrated his 99th birthday, with the White House honoring him. His long-standing friendship with President Joe Biden and his legacy,…
Ferdows Kaviani Passed Away; From Acting in Theater and Cinema to TV Series like Friendship Agency
Ferdows Kaviani, a prominent Iranian actor known for his work in theater, cinema, and television, passed away after a brief illness. He was a member…