July 2024
White House: The U.S. Has No 'Exclusive Information' on the Death of Hamas Political Leader in Tehran
The White House has stated it has no independent information regarding the reported death of Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas leader, in Tehran. John Kirby emphasized…
Ehud Olmert's Assessment of Ali Khamenei's Promise of 'Severe Punishment' for Israel
Ehud Olmert, former Israeli Prime Minister, commented on Iranian threats of retaliation for the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, asserting that such actions would…
Israeli Heritage Minister's Reaction to Haniyeh's Death: 'The Right Way to Cleanse the World of This Filth'
Israeli Heritage Minister Amichai Eliyahu reacted to the reported killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, suggesting it was a necessary act to cleanse…
60% Increase in Femicide in Iran; Human Rights Activists Emphasize Awareness to Protect Women's Lives
A report by the platform 'Stop Femicide Iran' reveals a 60% increase in femicide in Iran during the first half of 2024 compared to the…
Chamran Claims the Interior Ministry Spent Funds for Wagons Ordered from China 'Elsewhere'
Mehdi Chamran has accused the Iranian Interior Ministry of misappropriating funds meant for purchasing wagons from China, stating that this has delayed the delivery of…
A Senior Republican Senator's Proposal to Counter Iranian Oil Buyers
Senator Lindsey Graham has proposed a new law to impose tariffs on goods from countries buying oil from Iran, aiming to weaken Iran's oil revenue.…
Interior Minister Says '23,000 Activists' Have Been Mobilized to Enforce Mandatory Hijab
Iran's Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi announced the mobilization of 23,000 individuals to enforce mandatory hijab laws, which have been met with violence since their implementation…
45% Increase in School Transport Fares in Tehran
The Tehran City Council approved a 45% increase in school transport fares, raising the entry fare to 42,500 tomans and charging 4,300 tomans per kilometer.…
Closure of the Iranian Sociological Association Building by Municipality Under Zakhani's Management
The Tehran municipality, led by Alireza Zakhani, has closed the Iranian Sociological Association building, evicting its belongings and stationing a guard outside. This action has…
Saeed Rad, Cinema and Television Star, Passes Away at 79
Saeed Rad, a prominent Iranian actor, passed away at 79 after a prolonged illness following a fall. Known for his significant contributions to Iranian cinema,…
Saeed Rad, Renowned Actor, Passes Away at 79
Saeed Rad, a prominent Iranian actor, has died at the age of 79 after a prolonged illness that included multiple surgeries and complications. His daughter…
Sharifeh Mohammadi at Risk of 'Life Threat'; 'Professional Torture and Interrogation Team' Deployed to Lakan Prison
Sharifeh Mohammadi, a political prisoner sentenced to death, is reportedly facing severe torture and threats in Lakan Prison to force her to confess against herself.…
Pantea Bahram Announces She Has Been Banned from Acting and Teaching
Actress Pantea Bahram has been banned from acting and teaching after receiving a notice from the Ministry of Culture. This ban follows her support for…
Fire in Another Hospital in Iran; Safety Warnings Still Ignored
A fire at Shariati Hospital in Tehran led to patient evacuations and highlighted ongoing safety issues, with prior warnings ignored. This incident is part of…
Fire at Shariati Hospital in Tehran 'brought under control'
A fire broke out in the basement of Shariati Hospital in Tehran, leading to the evacuation of patients. The fire was quickly brought under control…
Warning About the Arrival of Aedes Mosquitoes in Tehran; Three Cases of Dengue Fever Identified in Sistan and Baluchestan
Three cases of dengue fever have been reported in Sistan and Baluchestan, with warnings that Aedes mosquitoes may reach Tehran, increasing the risk of an…
Judiciary Denies Breaking of Death Sentence for Suspect in 'Women Assault in Mehrgan Park' Case
The Iranian judiciary has denied reports that the death sentence for an Afghan man accused of assaulting nine women in Mehrgan Park has been overturned.…
Azerbaijan Embassy in Iran Resumes Operations
Azerbaijan's embassy in Iran has resumed operations at a new location after a previous attack that killed one staff member. The reopening follows an agreement…
Train Ticket Prices Increased by 30%
Train ticket prices in Iran have increased by 30% following a previous doubling of domestic flight prices, leading to higher demand for train travel. This…
150,000 Signatures for 'Campaign to Dismiss Zakhani'; Tehran Municipality Ordered Trees to be Left Dry
A campaign with over 150,000 signatures has been launched to dismiss Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakhani due to his controversial actions, including the intentional drying of…
Delay in Payment of Claims for Iran's Emergency Staff in Iranshahr Exceeds Three Months
Emergency staff in Iranshahr have not received their salaries for over three months, leading to protests and strikes due to poor working conditions and unpaid…
Putin Says He is Confident That Tehran-Moscow Relations Will Expand Under Iran's New Government
Vladimir Putin expressed confidence that Iran-Russia relations will continue to grow under the new presidency of Masoud Pezeshkian during a meeting with Iranian Parliament Speaker…
New Case Filed Against Zia Nabavi for Reporting on 'Sas' in Evin Prison
Zia Nabavi, a student activist in Evin Prison, faces new charges for reporting on alleged misconduct in the prison. His previous activism led to a…
When and How Were Franz Kafka's Works Translated into Persian?
Franz Kafka's works were not translated into Persian until years after his death, with Sadegh Hedayat playing a crucial role in their introduction to Persian…
Detention Order for Hossein Shandizadeh, Translator and Editor, Extended
Hossein Shandizadeh, a translator and editor, has had his detention order extended after being arrested last month in Ardabil. His family reports he remains in…
A Month After Suspension of Previous Agreement, Russians Seek to Sign New 'Comprehensive' Agreement with the Islamic Republic
Russia is planning to sign a new comprehensive cooperation agreement with Iran after the previous agreement was suspended due to internal issues in Iran. This…
Reza Shahabi Ends Hunger Strike Following Promises for Immediate Attention to His Demands
Reza Shahabi, a labor activist imprisoned in Iran, ended his hunger strike after prison officials promised to address his medical needs and conditional release. His…
Intensified Internet Disruption in Iran; Users Claim 'Internet Enemies' Are at Work
Iran is experiencing intensified internet disruptions that have severely affected online commerce and public dissatisfaction is rising. The outages coincide with a government election process,…
Reza Shahabi, imprisoned labor activist in Evin prison, goes on hunger strike
Reza Shahabi, a labor activist imprisoned in Evin prison, has initiated a hunger strike to protest inadequate medical treatment and ongoing harassment by prison officials.…
The Number of Signatures for the Removal of Zakhani from Tehran Municipality Reaches One Hundred Thousand
A campaign to remove Tehran's mayor, Alireza Zakhani, has garnered around 100,000 signatures due to his controversial support for construction projects in city parks. Despite…
City and Village Councils Consider Extending Their Term from 4 Years to 7 Years
The Tehran City Council is pushing to extend the term of city and village councils from four to seven years, citing the need for early…
Amnesty International Warns of the Danger of Executing Ahmadreza Jalali
Amnesty International has raised alarms about the imminent execution of Ahmadreza Jalali, a dual-national doctor imprisoned in Iran for espionage, following an unfair trial. His…
Tehran Municipality Issues Eviction Order for the Sociologists' Association with Over 500 Members
The Tehran Municipality has issued an eviction order for the Sociologists' Association, threatening to forcibly remove their belongings. This action contradicts a previous directive from…
Yellow Weather Alert in 11 Provinces; Temperature in Ahvaz Reaches 50 Degrees
The Iranian Meteorological Organization has issued a yellow alert for heavy rain and strong winds in 11 provinces, with temperatures in Ahvaz reaching 50 degrees…
End of Ahmadreza Jalali's Hunger Strike in Prison; He Wants His Voice to Be Heard
Ahmadreza Jalali, a dual-national sentenced to death in Iran, has ended his hunger strike after 8 days but insists on being heard. His wife, Vida…
Swedish Diplomat Recalls His Time in Prison in Iran
Johan Flodros, a Swedish diplomat, was released from Iranian prison after 800 days and recounted his harrowing experiences during captivity. He proposed to his boyfriend…
Israeli Army Bombards Hezbollah Positions in Southern Lebanon Following Rocket Attacks
The Israeli army bombarded Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon following significant rocket attacks from Hezbollah, which claimed to have fired over 200 rockets and deployed…
Rana, Sister of Mujahid Korkor, Arrested in Tehran
Rana Korkor, sister of political prisoner Mujahid Korkor, was arrested by security forces in Tehran. This incident highlights the ongoing repression of families of political…
Abdol-Fazl Ghadiani, Political Activist, Emphasizes 'Boycott' of Government Elections and 'Change of the Religious Dictatorship System'
Abdol-Fazl Ghadiani, a prominent political activist, called for a boycott of the upcoming government elections in Iran, citing a lack of legitimacy in the electoral…
A Newspaper's Account of Statistical Manipulation in Government; Central Bank and Statistical Center's Claims of a 24% Decrease in Inflation are Fabricated
An Iranian newspaper has criticized the government for manipulating inflation statistics, claiming that reported decreases are fabricated and do not reflect reality. Economic experts argue…