January 2019
When Will the Tehran-North Freeway Be Operational?
The Tehran-North freeway, a long-awaited infrastructure project, faces further delays in its full operationalization, now requiring an estimated four more years and 10 trillion tomans…
Islamic State Claims Deadly Attacks in the Philippines and Nigeria
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for recent deadly attacks in the Philippines and Nigeria, resulting in numerous casualties. These incidents highlight the ongoing threat…
18% Increase in Iran's Steel Production Before the Impact of Sanctions Return
Iran's steel production saw a significant increase of 17.8% in 2018, reaching 25 million tons, contributing to 1.4% of global production. However, U.S. sanctions are…
Amnesty International Declares 2018 'Year of Shame' for Iran
Amnesty International's report on Iran for 2018 highlights over seven thousand arrests and widespread repression of protests against poverty and corruption, labeling the year as…
From the 'Safest' Airline in the World to Airbus and Boeing Statistics
Qantas has been named the safest airline in the world, while Boeing and Airbus released their 2018 delivery statistics, with Boeing delivering 806 aircraft and…
Imported Cars Stuck in Customs in Iran
The Iranian government allowed the clearance of 13,000 imported cars stuck in customs, but opposition from the Central Bank has stalled the process. This situation…
Erdogan: Five American Soldiers Killed in Manbij Explosion
A suicide bombing in Manbij, Syria, killed 20 people, including five American soldiers, according to Turkish President Erdogan. This incident marks the deadliest event for…
Prospects of the National Iranian Oil Company's Inability to Pay Half of Its Debts
The National Iranian Oil Company faces a significant financial crisis with debts exceeding $48 billion, while its reliable sources for covering expenses are only $7.5…
All Provinces of Iran Except Mazandaran and Gilan Are 'Surrounded by Dust Particles'
Iran is facing severe dust storms affecting all provinces except Mazandaran and Gilan, primarily due to environmental degradation and desertification. This situation poses significant health…
Parliament Approves General Principles of Election Law Reform
The Iranian parliament has approved the general principles of a bill to reform the election law, aiming to provincialize parliamentary elections. This proposal has been…
Trump Walks Out of Meeting with Democrats Over Government Shutdown in Protest
President Trump walked out of a meeting with Democratic leaders over the government shutdown and border wall funding, stating it was a waste of time.…
How Will Youth Unemployment Be Affected During Sanctions?
The youth unemployment rate in Iran has reached 27%, with over 40% of the unemployed being university graduates. Economic growth has declined significantly, leading to…
Falahatpisheh: Iran's Economic Performance in Iraq is Negative Compared to Turkey and Saudi Arabia
Heshmatollah Falahatpisheh criticized Iran's economic performance in Iraq, warning that Turkey and Saudi Arabia are gaining influence in the market. Despite Iraq's reliance on Iranian…