October 2016
Khodkhodai Reiterates: Guardian Council's Opinions Before Approval of Representatives' Credentials
Abbasali Khodkhodai, spokesperson for the Guardian Council, reiterated the council's role in overseeing parliamentary representatives before their credentials are approved. The discussion centers around the…
Motahari Criticizes Proposal for Guardian Council Oversight of Parliament Members Again
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of Iran's Parliament, has criticized the Guardian Council's proposal to oversee parliament members, arguing it undermines their independence and could lead…
Khodkhodai: According to the Leader's Directive, the Guardian Council's Oversight on Representatives Will Be Continuous
The Guardian Council's oversight on parliamentary representatives in Iran will now be continuous, as stated by spokesperson Abbas-Ali Khodkhodai, following directives from the Leader. This…
Was the Nobel Really Bob Dylan's Right?
Bob Dylan was awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature, which sparked a debate about whether a songwriter deserves such a prestigious literary award. While…
The Guardian: Resumption of Secret Negotiations Between the Taliban and the Afghan Government in Qatar
The Taliban and Afghan government have resumed secret negotiations in Qatar, marking a significant development after the death of the previous Taliban leader. Mullah Abdul…
Mosul Operation; US Defense Secretary Says 'Decisive Moment' Has Arrived
The US and Iraqi forces have launched an operation to retake Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant moment in the fight against the group. US…
Parliament: Guardian Council Cannot Disqualify Elected Candidates After Election Validity Confirmation
The Iranian Parliament has passed a resolution stating that the Guardian Council cannot disqualify elected candidates after confirming election results. This decision is significant for…
Discovery of a Method 'Better than Chemotherapy' for Fighting Cancer
A new immunotherapy method, nivolumab, shows promising results in treating head and neck cancer, offering better survival rates and fewer side effects compared to traditional…
Deployment of Powerful Russian Nuclear Missiles in the Baltic Region
Estonian officials report that Russia has relocated powerful Iskander nuclear missiles to Kaliningrad, a territory separated from mainland Russia. This move is perceived as a…
2016 Nobel Prize in Physics Awarded to Three British Scientists
The 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to David Thouless, Duncan Haldane, and Michael Kosterlitz for their groundbreaking research on exotic states of matter.…