February 2018
The Distribution of 'Violet Migration' at Houshang Tozih's Dinner Party
Houshang Tozih hosted a dinner party featuring influential literary figures including Anton Chekhov, Abbas Nalbandian, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Ebrahim Golestan. The discussion revolved around…
Transfer of Kirkuk Oil to Iran Halted Due to Lack of X-Ray Equipment
The transfer of oil from Kirkuk to Iran has been halted due to security concerns and the lack of X-ray equipment necessary for vehicle inspections.…
Nearly 15,000 Cases of Spousal Abuse Reported in the First Half of This Year
In the first half of this year, Iran reported nearly 15,000 cases of spousal abuse, highlighting a significant issue of domestic violence in the country.…
Latest News on Arrested Gonabadi Dervishes and Amnesty International's Criticism of Human Rights Situation in Iran
Clashes between Gonabadi dervishes and Iranian security forces resulted in multiple deaths and hundreds of arrests. Amnesty International criticized Iran for human rights violations, including…
Paradox with Kambeiz Hosseini; Interview with Mana Nistani
The weekly radio program 'Paradox' features an interview with Mana Nistani, discussing contemporary issues in Iran. It is hosted by Kambeiz Hosseini and airs every…
Are Dervishes a Threat to the Government?
The article discusses the increasing tensions between the Iranian government and the Gonabadi dervishes, highlighting recent violent clashes that resulted in arrests and casualties. The…
Search and Recovery Operations for Aseman Airlines Crash Victims Halted Due to Bad Weather
Search and recovery operations for victims of the Aseman Airlines crash have been temporarily halted due to severe weather conditions in the Dena Mountains. The…
From Conflict with Dervishes to the Nightmare of a Fall
This week, clashes occurred between Gonabadi dervishes and security forces, leading to discussions about violence and its implications. Other topics included the Berlin Film Festival,…
Kasra Noori Denies Attack by Dervishes on Police in Interview with Radio Farda
The Chief of Police of Tehran suggested that the police could have used RPGs against dervishes during confrontations, which has led to significant criticism from…
Search Operations Continue for the Crashed Tehran-Yasuj Flight
Search operations for the crashed Aseman Airlines flight from Tehran to Yasuj resumed on February 19 after being halted due to poor weather conditions. The…
Paradox with Kamibiz Hosseini; Interview with Hadi Ghaemi
Kamibiz Hosseini interviews Hadi Ghaemi, a prominent human rights advocate, on his program 'Paradox.' The show highlights issues related to human rights in Iran, which…
Another Protester Joins the 'Girls of Revolution Street'
A new protester has joined the ongoing demonstrations against compulsory hijab in Iran, adding to the movement initiated by the 'Girls of Revolution Street'. The…
Risk of Tehran Citizens Contracting Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
The Iranian Parliament's Environmental Protection Committee warns of a potential outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Tehran following the death of migratory birds. Officials…
Pentagon: Iranian-backed Iraqi Militias Have Used American Tanks
The Pentagon confirmed that Iranian-backed Shiite militias in Iraq have used American-made Abrams tanks in their fight against ISIS but have since returned them to…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini - Political Satire is a Crime!
"Paradox" is a political satire program aired weekly on Radio Farda, hosted by Kambez Hosseini. The show highlights the absurdities of political situations in Iran,…
Senate Funding Vote Fails; U.S. Government Temporarily Shut Down
The U.S. Senate failed to vote on a budget, leading to a temporary government shutdown. Senate leaders are hopeful for a quick resolution, but significant…
Iran's Presidential Guard Prevents Armed Intruder from Entering with a Machete
A man armed with a machete attempted to enter Iran's Presidential Office but was shot and injured by security forces. The incident raises concerns about…
28 Lawyers Disqualified for Bar Association Elections
The Supreme Disciplinary Court of Judges has disqualified 28 prominent lawyers from participating in the upcoming elections for the Central Bar Association board. This decision…