June 2023
The Passing of Farimah Farjami; 'Mahmanir' Joins 'Mother', 'Jalaluddin', and 'Mohammad Ibrahim'
Farimah Farjami, a celebrated Iranian actress known for her role in 'Mother', passed away after a prolonged illness. Her contributions to Iranian cinema and television…
Arrest of the Mother of Two Protesters Residing in Belgium by Security Forces in Iran
Two Iranian brothers reported their mother's arrest in Iran after they protested against an Iranian delegation's visit to Belgium. The incident has sparked calls for…
Axios: White House's Strong Criticism of Israel Over Leak of Negotiation Information with Iran
Jake Sullivan criticized Israeli officials for leaking information about negotiations with Iran during a recent meeting. This incident highlights tensions between the U.S. and Israel…
Consequences of 'Stock Market Information Rent' Haunt Khandozi; Minister of Economy Under Pressure
The Iranian Minister of Economy, Ehsan Khandozi, is facing scrutiny over the significant decline in the stock market, attributed to insider information leaks regarding petrochemical…
Revelation of 'Stock Market Rent' in Favor of 'The Better Ones'; Minister of Economy: Government Secretariat Made a Mistake
A recent revelation of stock market manipulation in Iran has led to significant losses for shareholders, with the Minister of Economy attributing the issue to…
Elnaz Norouzi, Iranian Actress in Bollywood and Hollywood: We Must Be the Voice of Protesters Inside the Country
Elnaz Norouzi, an Iranian actress in Bollywood and Hollywood, emphasizes the importance of supporting Iranian protesters and expresses her solidarity with women and youth in…
Increase in Casualty Numbers; Dust Storm Sends '1059 People' to Hospitals in Sistan and Baluchestan
A severe dust storm in Sistan and Baluchestan has sent over 1,000 people to hospitals, highlighting ongoing environmental and health crises in the region. Local…
An Iraqi Official: No Agreement with Iran for Issuing 'Arbaeen Passport'; Iranian Official: It Was Unimaginable
An Iraqi official denied any agreement with Iran regarding the issuance of a special passport for Arbaeen pilgrims, contradicting Iranian claims. The Iranian side expressed…
Tehran Becoming 'Symbol of Inefficiency of the Islamic System' Day by Day
Tehran's urban management has deteriorated significantly over the past two years, with citizens reporting increasing dissatisfaction through the '137 Plus' monitoring system. Experts attribute this…
Iran Ranks 169th in Global 'Economic Freedom'; Falls to the Bottom of Middle Eastern Countries
Iran's economic freedom score has dropped to 42.2, ranking it 169th globally and last in the Middle East. This decline is attributed to government intervention,…
Bipartisan Delegation from the House Armed Services Committee Meets with Israeli Defense Minister
A bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation met with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant to discuss defense cooperation and the Iranian nuclear threat. This meeting underscores the…
Troublesome Trip of Tehran's Mayor; Belgian Foreign Minister May Resign Under Pressure from Representatives
Belgian Foreign Minister Hajia Lhabib faces potential resignation due to backlash over granting a visa to Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani, known for his repressive actions…
Criticism from Etemad Newspaper on a Regulation Approved by Khamenei: Exemption for Soldiers with 4 Children is 'Extremism'
The Etemad newspaper criticized a new military service exemption for soldiers with four or more children, labeling it as 'extremism.' The regulation, approved by Supreme…
Research Report: Examination of Arrests and Imprisonment on Political Charges in Iran
A recent report by Open Data Iran reveals significant issues regarding political arrests in Iran, estimating that 47% of surveyed individuals have been detained for…
A Member of Parliament: We Sell Chinese Cars Worth 300 Million Tomans for 3 Billion
A member of the Iranian parliament has criticized the inflated prices of Chinese cars in Iran, claiming they are sold for up to 10 times…
The Troubles of Zakhani's Trip to Brussels and Asadi's Release; Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Under Pressure to Resign
Belgian officials are facing backlash for granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations, particularly after the recent release of a Belgian aid worker from Iranian…
Iran Ranks Last in Climate Change Policy Making in the World
Iran ranks last in climate change policy and performance, with significant internal migrations due to environmental challenges. The country faces severe water shortages, with a…
Meeting Between Iran's Chief Nuclear Negotiator and EU Representative in Qatar
Ali Bagheri, Iran's chief nuclear negotiator, met with EU mediator Enrique Mora in Doha to discuss reviving the JCPOA amid ongoing tensions between Tehran and…
Continuation of Student Protests and a Big 'No' to the Islamic Republic; Expulsion of an Active Student from University
Student protests against the Islamic Republic continue in Iran, highlighted by the expulsion of Alireza Baradaran Shirka from Amir Kabir University for his activism. The…
Parliament Supports Ministry of Intelligence; Request to Annul Chamber of Commerce Elections
Members of the Iranian parliament have requested the annulment of the Chamber of Commerce elections after failed attempts by the Ministry of Intelligence to block…
Loans for Non-Payment; Money Spraying from the People's Pockets
The Iranian government is increasing housing loan ceilings to address housing inflation, but concerns about repayment and accessibility remain. Critics highlight the burden of high…
Controversial Visa for Zakani and Russians; 'It's Time for the Belgian Foreign Minister to Resign'
Belgian Foreign Minister Hojjat Al-Habib faces calls for resignation after granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations shortly after a controversial prisoner exchange. The situation…
Continued Controversies of 'Awqaf Gate'; Heir of the Endowment: They Pressured Us Not to Speak Out
The heir of an endowment linked to a high-ranking cleric confirmed allegations of corruption involving the leasing of valuable land to the daughter-in-law of the…
Controversy Over the Presence of 'Terrorist Basij' in Brussels; Belgian Official Resigns After Inviting Zakani
Pascal Smets, a Brussels official, resigned after facing backlash for inviting Tehran's mayor, Alireza Zakani, to Brussels. The invitation sparked protests from the Iranian community…
Former Supreme Court Judge: Statements by Mazandaran Police Chief are 'Absolute Crime'
The police chief of Mazandaran province called for extreme measures against alleged criminals, prompting backlash from legal experts and social media users who labeled his…
Raisi's Special Envoy: Taliban Agrees to Iran's Measurement of Helmand River Water Level
Iran's special envoy announced that the Taliban has agreed to allow an Iranian delegation to measure the Helmand River's water level, amid ongoing negotiations about…
Mandatory Hijab at Tehran University of Art; 'Many' Protesting Students Arrested
Protests at Tehran University of Art against mandatory hijab have led to the arrest of many students by plainclothes forces. The situation reflects broader civil…
Tehran on the Danger Line; 11,000 'High-Risk' Buildings in the Capital
Tehran officials have identified at least 11,000 buildings at high risk of collapse due to earthquakes, prompting calls for urgent action from various authorities. The…
Tehran University Students Express Solidarity with Protesting Art University Students
Students from Tehran University have expressed solidarity with their peers at the Art University who are protesting the mandatory hijab. They condemned the actions of…
Miller: Preventing Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons Remains a Priority for the Biden Administration
Matthew Miller, the U.S. State Department spokesperson, reaffirmed that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is a top priority for the Biden administration. He outlined…
Voice of America Interview with French Artist Who Rewrote the Song 'If One Day' for 'Women, Life, Freedom'
French artist Éléonore Meliande rewrote the song 'If One Day' for the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement in Iran, inspired by her experiences and the ongoing…
Russia's Efforts to Normalize the Situation in Occupied Areas Amid Ukraine's Counteroffensive
Russia plans to hold elections in occupied Ukrainian territories to assert control amidst Ukraine's counteroffensive. Ukraine has made initial gains, pushing back Russian forces in…
Sit-in at Art University Against Mandatory Hijab; 'Security Chief' Attacked Students
Students at the Art University protested against the mandatory hijab, leading to a violent confrontation with the university's security chief. The situation escalated with reports…
Energy Minister: Changing Office Hours Will Save '1000 Megawatts' of Electricity
The Iranian Energy Minister announced that changing office hours to start at 6 AM will save 1000 megawatts of electricity, despite public protests and political…
Denial of Government Supporters' Media Reports; Real Estate Union Member: Prices Have Not Decreased, Transactions Have Reached Minimum
A member of the Tehran Real Estate Union has denied reports of decreasing housing prices, stating that transactions have plummeted and the market is in…
The U.S. Calls for International Cooperation to Combat the 'Global Problem' of Child Labor
The U.S. has called for international cooperation to combat child labor, highlighting the alarming statistic of 80 million children engaged in hazardous work. This initiative…
A Labor Activist: The Government is Manipulating Statistics to 'Control Inflation'
Labor activist Faramarz Tofighi criticizes the Iranian government for manipulating inflation statistics and passing an anti-labor seventh development plan. He highlights the worsening conditions for…
Tehran City Council Member: 'Child Labor and Street Children' Have Increased
A Tehran City Council member has reported a significant increase in child labor and street children in Iran, citing unofficial statistics that estimate between 14,000…
Iraq Agrees to Pay Approximately Three Billion Dollars in Debt to Iran
Iraq has agreed to pay approximately 2.76 billion dollars in debts to Iran for gas and electricity, following a meeting between Iraqi Foreign Minister Fouad…
Collective Protest by Students at Tehran University Against the Denial of Educational Rights of Activists from the 'Women, Life, Freedom' Movement
Students at Tehran University are protesting against the denial of educational rights for activists involved in the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement. Over 200 students signed…
Threats of the Islamic Republic in Latin America; Marco Rubio: What is Biden's strategy?
Marco Rubio questions Biden's strategy against Iran's expanding influence in Latin America as President Ebrahim Raisi prepares for a trip to Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba.…
Condemnation of Davood Razavi, Imprisoned Labor Activist, to 5 Years in Prison
Davood Razavi, a labor activist, has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for charges related to national security, which the labor syndicate argues stem…
The End of the Story of 'Iron Sheikh'; Iranian Wrestling Champion Passes Away
Hosseyn Khosrow Ali Vaziri, known as Iron Sheikh, passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy in professional wrestling. His life was marked by both…
Extensive Fire in Tehran Bazaar Leaves Three Injured
A significant fire broke out in a glue warehouse in Tehran's Seyed Vali Bazaar, injuring at least three people. The incident highlights ongoing safety issues…
Committee Supporting Fariba Adelkhah Calls for Her Return to France
The Committee supporting Fariba Adelkhah has called for her return to France on the anniversary of her detention, highlighting her inability to leave Iran despite…
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Saudi Arabia Will Reopen This Week
The Iranian embassy in Saudi Arabia is set to reopen this week as part of a broader effort to restore diplomatic relations between the two…
Release of the Album 'Being' by Siavash Behbahani; Describing a 'Turbulent Society on the Brink of Explosion'
Siavash Behbahani has released his new album 'Being', which features experimental and socially conscious music. The album reflects the current turbulent social conditions in Iran…