November 2017
War Criminal Convicted in Yugoslavia Court Drank Poison and Died
Slobodan Praljak, a convicted war criminal, drank poison in court after his 20-year sentence was upheld, leading to his death. This incident has sparked significant…
Central Bank of Iran Reports 11% Increase in Housing Prices in Tehran
The Central Bank of Iran reported an 18.5% increase in home sales and an 11% rise in housing prices in Tehran for November compared to…
15% Increase in Traditional Bread Prices Starting December 1; Bakeries Begin Overcharging
The price of traditional bread in Iran is set to increase by 15% starting December 1, but some bakeries have already begun to raise prices…
Why Has the Rial Once Again Slipped into Decline?
The rial continues to decline against international currencies, with inflation being a major contributing factor. The Iranian government is considering raising the dollar price to…
Ali Karimi's Outburst Against Iranian Football Officials: When the Curtain Falls, Neither You Nor I Will Remain
Ali Karimi has publicly criticized Iranian football officials for corruption and mismanagement, calling for a televised debate. The federation denied his allegations, prompting Karimi to…
Meeting with Osman Esmaeili
Osman Esmaeili, a 55-year-old worker and father of seven, was imprisoned for participating in International Workers' Day celebrations. He was arrested in May 2015 and…
Destruction of a High Percentage of Iran's Wildlife Over the Past 40 Years
The Environmental Protection Agency in Lorestan reports that 80% of animal species in Iran have been lost over the past 40 years, citing neglect and…
Will a Chinese Car Replace the Pride?
Iranian media report that the Chinese car 'Changan Benni' may replace the aging Pride model as Saipa seeks alternatives amid stricter automotive standards. Concerns about…
Meeting with Behzad Zabihih
Behzad Zabihih, a 50-year-old Bahá'í from Sari, was arrested and sentenced to prison for promoting his faith, reflecting ongoing persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran. His…
Whispers of Electricity Price Increase in Iran
Iran's Deputy Minister of Energy has proposed an increase in electricity prices due to a significant gap between production costs and sales prices. The country…