December 2023
Joint Statement from 24 Countries: We Are Deeply Concerned About 'Suppression of Media Freedom' in Hong Kong
A joint statement from 24 countries, including the U.S., U.K., France, and Germany, expresses deep concern over the suppression of media freedom in Hong Kong,…
Access to Treatment Becomes More Expensive; Health Ministry Proposes 45% Increase in Medical Tariffs
The Iranian Health Ministry has proposed a 45% increase in medical tariffs amidst rising inflation and declining purchasing power, which has made healthcare increasingly unaffordable…
Workers' Wages in 22 U.S. States Will Increase at the Start of the New Year
Starting January 1, 2024, minimum wages will increase in 22 U.S. states, benefiting about 10 million workers and adding approximately $7 billion to their wages.…
Eight Billion Dollar Annual Investment Needed for Petrochemicals; Investors Withdraw Due to Financial Issues
The National Petrochemical Company in Iran requires $8 billion annually to meet its growth targets, but investors are withdrawing due to financial difficulties exacerbated by…
Israel Discovers 'Largest Hamas Tunnel' in Gaza
Israeli forces have discovered a large tunnel in Gaza, reportedly 4 kilometers long and 50 meters deep, believed to be used by Hamas for military…
A Trade Official: Inflationary Recession in Iran Has Led to the Closure of Laptop Stores
The head of the Computer Technologists Union in Iran reports that the inflationary recession has led to the closure of laptop stores and a retreat…
General Budget for 2024 Rejected in Parliament
The Iranian Parliament rejected the proposed 2024 national budget, citing ambiguities and concerns over tax increases. The government has a week to revise and resubmit…
A Member of Parliament: Cash Subsidy Should Be Increased to 2-3 Million Tomans
A member of the Iranian parliament has proposed increasing cash subsidies to 2-3 million tomans amid significant criticism of the upcoming budget, particularly regarding tax…
Warning from the Head of Tehran Chamber: Currency Imbalance Will Increase to 17 Billion Dollars
The head of Tehran Chamber of Commerce warns that the trade imbalance in Iran is expected to rise significantly due to government currency policies affecting…
Beginning of Fuel Changes; Fuel Ration for Uninsured Vehicles Will Be Cut
Iran is cutting fuel quotas for uninsured vehicles to address energy imbalances and reduce reliance on gasoline imports, which are projected to exceed 110 trillion…
Ronaldo's Continued Brilliance in Saudi Arabia; Portuguese Star Reaches 1200 Matches
Cristiano Ronaldo has reached 1200 official matches in his career while playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, moving closer to Peter Shilton's record. He…
Zelensky Cancels Virtual Meeting with U.S. Congress Members
Ukrainian President Zelensky canceled a virtual meeting with U.S. Congress members aimed at securing military aid amid ongoing Russian aggression. The cancellation complicates the Biden…
Potential Surge in Dollar Price; A Director of the Parliament Research Center: Factors Increasing Currency Prices Remain Active
Mehdi Darabi from the Iranian Parliament Research Center warns of an imminent surge in currency rates, attributing current stability to oil exports and foreign openings.…
House of Representatives Votes to Expel Santos, Republican Representative from New York
The U.S. House of Representatives expelled George Santos for corruption and campaign finance violations. Despite opposition from House Speaker Mike Johnson, the expulsion passed overwhelmingly.…