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Iran’s rial hits record low as currency market volatility grows

Iran’s rial hits record low as currency market volatility grows

The Iranian rial has hit a record low, with the U.S. dollar surpassing 100,000 tomans in free-market trading. The euro reached 108,000 tomans, and the British pound climbed to 128,000 tomans. Gold prices have surged as well, with the Emami…
Iran deports 8,000 undocumented migrants from Semnan province, official says

Iran deports 8,000 undocumented migrants from Semnan province, official says

Iranian authorities deported 8,000 undocumented migrants from Semnan province between March 2024 and March 2025, according to provincial governor Mohammad Javad Kolivand. Speaking at a meeting on migration management, Kolivand highlighted Iran’s new directive aimed at regulating employment and housing…
Iran’s currency hits record low as US revives “Maximum Pressure” campaign

Iran’s currency hits record low as US revives “Maximum Pressure” campaign

Iran’s currency fell to a historic low of 850,000 rials to the dollar on Wednesday after the United States announced a renewed “maximum pressure” campaign against Tehran, media reports said. The policy, ordered by US President Donald Trump, includes efforts…
Surge in Executions of Women in Iran: Highest in 17 Years

Surge in Executions of Women in Iran: Highest in 17 Years

According to a report by Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO), at least 31 women were executed in Iran in 2024, marking the highest annual toll in 17 years, Jurist News published yesterday. Since 2010, at least 241 women have faced execution…
Iran carries out capital punishment for over 70 Afghan citizens in 2024, marking a 300% increase

Iran carries out capital punishment for over 70 Afghan citizens in 2024, marking a 300% increase

In 2024, Iran has witnessed a dramatic increase in the execution of Afghan citizens, with reports indicating a nearly 300% rise compared to the previous year, Khaama Press reported yesterday citing Iran’s Human Rights Organization. It mentions that 72 Afghan…
Iran faces energy and economic crisis amid regional tensions

Iran faces energy and economic crisis amid regional tensions

Iran is grappling with severe disruptions caused by an intensifying energy and currency crisis, compounded by historic regional tensions, local media outlets said on Wednesday. Major government services, including offices, schools, banks, and businesses in Tehran and other provinces, have…
Iran: Bus accident kills 4 pilgrims, injures 42 on return from Holy Karbala

Iran: Bus accident kills 4 pilgrims, injures 42 on return from Holy Karbala

At least four pilgrims were killed and 42 others injured when a bus overturned in Iran’s Kurdistan province, state media reported Monday. The victims were en route from Holy Karbala, Iraq, to Zanjan province in northwestern Iran. The accident occurred…
Israeli Military Completes Targeted Airstrikes on Iranian Facilities

Israeli Military Completes Targeted Airstrikes on Iranian Facilities

The Israeli military announced on Saturday, October 26, the completion of targeted airstrikes against Iranian military facilities. The strikes aimed at missile manufacturing sites believed to have produced missiles used in attacks against Israel over the past year. This military…
Iran Launches Missile Attack on Israel Amid Escalating Tensions in Region

Iran Launches Missile Attack on Israel Amid Escalating Tensions in Region

Iran has fired hundreds of ballistic missiles at Israel amid escalated tensions between two regional arch-rivals. The attack started around 8.15 p.m. local time (1645GMT) on Tuesday. Iranian media said at least 400 missiles had been launched so far. Israeli…
Iran Build over 10 Kilometers of Wall Along Afghanistan Border

Iran Build over 10 Kilometers of Wall Along Afghanistan Border

Iran has completed over 10 kilometers of a wall along its border with Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported yesterday citing Nozer Nemati, Deputy Commander of the Iranian Ground Forces. On September 23, Iran’s state news agency reported plans for an additional…
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