January 2016
Closure of 25 Websites in East Azerbaijan Due to 'Electoral Violations'
The judiciary in East Azerbaijan has closed 25 websites due to electoral violations as part of a broader crackdown on electoral activities ahead of upcoming…
Protest Gathering in Paris Ahead of Hassan Rouhani's Visit to France
A protest took place in Paris against human rights violations in Iran just before President Hassan Rouhani's visit. The gathering included both French citizens and…
Israeli Minister's Secret Trip to UAE Coincides with Implementation of JCPOA
Israeli Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz made a secret visit to the UAE as the JCPOA was being implemented, discussing undisclosed matters with Emirati officials. This…
In less than two years, 19,000 civilians have been killed in Iraq
The UN reports that from 2014 to late 2015, at least 18,800 civilians were killed in Iraq due to the conflict with the Islamic State…
Conservative Website Criticizes Hijab Policies
The conservative website 'Alif' criticizes the Islamic Republic's hijab policies, stating they have largely failed and led to an increase in 'bad hijab' among women.…
U.S. Doubts North Korea's Hydrogen Bomb Test Claims
The U.S. government has expressed skepticism about North Korea's claim of successfully testing a hydrogen bomb, stating that initial assessments do not support the claim.…
Tehran Prosecutor Warns Athletes and Artists About Social Media
The Tehran prosecutor has issued a warning to athletes and artists about sharing inappropriate images on social media, citing recent legal cases stemming from such…
White House: New Iran Sanctions Related to Missile Program Need More Time
The U.S. government is preparing new sanctions against Iran's missile program but needs more time for diplomatic and technical actions. This comes as Iran is…