February 2016
Bahman Ghobadi: I Have No Plans to Go to Iran
Bahman Ghobadi, an Iranian filmmaker, discussed his recent documentary 'Life on the Border' featuring displaced Kurdish children at the Berlin Film Festival. He confirmed he…
Iran and South Korea Sign a 5 Billion Euro Memorandum of Understanding
Iran and South Korea have signed a 5 billion euro agreement to enhance cooperation in various sectors, including automotive and energy. The upcoming visit of…
Election Results Until Sunday Morning: '72 Reformists and Independents, 28 Principlists'
As of Sunday morning, March 9, the preliminary results of the Iranian parliamentary elections show that 72 candidates have been elected, with a majority being…
Nearly 15% Increase in Abortion Permits in Iran Over 10 Months
The Medical Legal Organization of Iran reported a 14.6% increase in therapeutic abortion permits over the past 10 months, with 5,806 permits issued. This highlights…
Trump Wins Nevada Primary
Donald Trump has won the Nevada primary, marking his third consecutive victory in the Republican primaries. He secured 46% of the votes, significantly ahead of…
A Member of Parliament: We Have 130,000 Addicted Students
Hosseyn Tala, a member of Iran's parliament, revealed that there are 130,000 addicted students in schools, highlighting a concerning trend of decreasing addiction age to…
Ministry of Interior Receives Final List of Approved Candidates for Parliament
The Iranian Ministry of Interior has received the final list of candidates approved for the upcoming parliamentary elections, with campaigning starting soon. The Guardian Council…
40 More Parliamentary Candidates Approved; Final Count: 6,340
The Guardian Council has approved 40 more candidates for the parliamentary elections, bringing the total to 6,340. This follows the review of objections from 150…
Legislative Institutions in the Middle East
The article discusses the legislative institutions in the Middle East, focusing on the parliamentary systems in Iran, Egypt, Iraq, and Kuwait. It highlights the differences…
Ai Weiwei in Prague; 'Be Yourself, Outside the System'
Ai Weiwei, the Chinese dissident artist, spoke in Prague about human rights and the refugee crisis, criticizing the Czech government's harsh policies towards refugees. His…
The Death Toll of PKK Members in Recent Turkish Military Operations Reaches 773
The Turkish military has intensified operations against the PKK, resulting in a significant increase in militant casualties, now totaling 773. The operations have sparked protests…
Residents of Mehran City 'Frustrated and Worried' by the Thunderous Sound of Landmine Explosions
Residents of Mehran city are expressing frustration and concern over the loud explosions from landmine neutralization efforts, which have caused property damage and health risks,…
91,000 Refugees Enter Germany in One Month
Germany has seen a significant influx of refugees, with over 91,000 entering in January 2016, primarily from Syria. This situation is straining the German government's…
Iran's Oil Reserves Exceed 175 Billion Barrels
Iran's oil reserves have been reported to exceed 175 billion barrels, with significant increases since the 1979 revolution. The report highlights the growth in both…
How Do Americans Elect Their President?
This article outlines the process by which Americans elect their president, detailing the roles of primary elections, caucuses, and the Electoral College. It highlights the…