Suddaf Chaudry is based in London & Islamabad, she is available for commissions. She has covered politics, developmental issues, and conflict globally.  Her special focus is the Middle East and South Asia, she possesses copious newsroom and online experience including editorial and reporting roles ...

Ali Fathollah-Nejad is a political scientist based in Berlin, Germany.

The Curious Case of the Kerman Attacks

04 Mar 2024  |  newlinesmag.com  |  English  |  Middle East Conflict

On January 3, twin blasts in Kerman, Iran, killed over 90 people near a ceremony for Gen. Qasem Soleimani. The Islamic State claimed responsibility, but Iran blamed Israel and the U.S., citing little evidence. Israel typically targets Iranian state and military infrastructure, not civilians. The Islamic State's claim was disputed by Iran's Tasnim News Agency, suggesting Israeli involvement. Iran's missile attacks on neighboring regions post-incident were seen as a response to internal and external legitimacy pressures. The U.S. dismissed involvement claims, and the EU expressed solidarity with Iran. The Islamic Republic's narrative is seen as a strategy to maintain legitimacy and unity amid skepticism from Iranian society.

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I am an Iranian-American Journalist and Iran Analyst.
 When I was 14 I was lucky enough to get a work experience placement at newspaper in Iran. That was begining, From 1997 through today and I have worked with such as great Media inside and outside of Iran. 
I worked as a beat reporter for many ...

Iranian Protester Dies After Being Told 'You'll Never Leave Prison Alive'

09 Apr 2023  |  www.rferl.org  |  English  |  Judicial System

Javad Ruhi, an Iranian protester who survived three death sentences, died under mysterious circumstances in prison after being told he would never leave alive. Despite the Supreme Court overturning his death sentences, Ruhi faced severe mental trauma and inadequate medical care. His death has been criticized by rights groups, including Amnesty International, which demands an investigation. Meanwhile, violence in Sistan-Baluchistan continues with Jaish al-Adl militants killing Iranian law enforcement officers. Additionally, political activist Hossein Razzagh was sentenced to lashes while in prison, and pop star Nazir Habibov was detained in Iran for narcotics possession. The EU removed sanctions on Iranian tech startup ArvanCloud, and the alarming suicide rates among young Iranian doctors raise concerns about the future of the country's healthcare system. The U.S. warned Iran against attacking American troops in response to a suspected Israeli strike that killed seven military men in Syria.

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Adil Hussain is an independent documentary photojournalist based in Srinagar. His work focuses on conflict, politics, social and daily affairs in Indian controlled Kashmir. His work has appeared in Time Magazine, BBC, ABC News, NRC Handelsblad, Mashable, LePoint, Qdaily China, Global Voices, The ...

Sentiment Swing and Renewed Protests in Iran Following Plane Crash Admission

27 Jan 2020  |  Time  |  English  |  U.S.-Iran Tensions

The article discusses the aftermath of the Ukraine International Airlines plane crash in Iran, which occurred shortly after Iran launched missiles at U.S. bases in Iraq. Initially, Iranian officials cited a technical failure as the cause, but later admitted that the military had mistakenly shot down the plane due to 'human error.' This admission led to renewed protests in Iran, with citizens expressing anger and distrust towards the government. The protests included a wide range of participants, from lower-income Iranians to prominent figures like a popular actor and journalists. The situation has put Iran's leadership under intense scrutiny, both domestically and internationally, as the U.S. continues to impose sanctions on the country.

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Saeid Jafari is an Iranian journalist and an analyst on Middle Eastern affairs. He is a contributor to various media outlets such as Al-Monitor, Foreign Policy, Atlantic Council, National Interest, Middle East Eye, and Euronews. He has also worked for many Iranian media outlets including Aseman, ...

Why Iran’s parliament wants new limits on presidential candidates

26 Jan 2024  |  Amwaj.media  |  English  |  Politics

Iran is preparing for presidential elections, and a conservative-led bill proposing new restrictions on candidates has sparked controversy. The discussion around this bill started in August and by November, the Iranian lawmakers had voted in favor of amending the law that governs presidential elections. The bill has faced criticism from various political groups, especially Reformists and moderates, due to the additional restrictions it seeks to impose on candidates. The article also includes a photo by Seyed Mahmoud Hosseini via Tasnim News Agency, showing Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf addressing an open session of parliament in Tehran on February 19, 2021.

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Iranian president slams parliament amid economic crisis

20 Oct 2024  |  www.iranintl.com  |  English  |  Iranian Politics

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticized the parliament for exacerbating the country's economic crisis by imposing unrealistic commitments. The economic downturn, driven by US sanctions, has led to a devalued currency and high inflation. Criticism from the IRGC-affiliated media targets Finance Minister Abdolnaser Hemmati for his handling of the crisis. As tensions rise, Iranians are converting assets to gold amid fears of regional conflict. Economic experts predict that internal political tensions will intensify, and reforms are unlikely to succeed under current sanctions.

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Alireza Manafzadeh is a historian-journalist based in Paris, France.

Iran: Youth unemployment, a major issue in the presidential election

18 May 2017  |  RFI  |  French  |  Economic Policy

The upcoming Iranian presidential election has brought youth unemployment to the forefront, with varying unemployment rates reported between 35% and 40%. Economists have criticized President Hassan Rohani for prioritizing nuclear negotiations over economic policies, leading to recession and business failures. Candidates propose different solutions to address unemployment, with Rohani focusing on economic system transformation, Ebrahim Raissi advocating for a welfare state, Mostafa Mirsalim emphasizing family values, and Mostafa Hashemitaba calling for sociological insights. Over 50 economists have recently blamed the previous governments for the current unemployment crisis, highlighting the complexity of the issue.

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Fariba Sahraei is an ex BBC broadcast journalist and an award winning film director based in London, United Kingdom. She has been covering Iran, Afghanistan and Middle East current affairs for the past three decades. 
She specialises in producing investigative documentaries that reveal the truth ...

Iran Installs Cameras in Public Spaces to Identify Women Breaking Dress Code

10 Apr 2023  |  Advocate Channel  |  English  |  Protests

Iranian authorities are implementing the use of cameras in public spaces to identify women violating the country's hijab law. This measure aims to prevent tension and conflicts while enforcing the dress code. Identified women will receive warning messages detailing their violations. The move comes amid widespread protests following the death of a young woman in custody for allegedly breaking hijab rules. The Iranian police and state-aligned Tasnim news agency emphasize the importance of preserving values and maintaining community mental health.

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