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Iran’s Economic Paradox: Leadership Promises vs. Public Hardship

In a striking display of contradiction, the economic narrative of Iran, painted by President Ebrahim Raisi and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, clashes sharply with the experiences and statistics reported by the nation’s media.
In a striking display of contradiction, the economic narrative of Iran, painted by President Ebrahim Raisi and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, clashes sharply with the experiences and statistics reported by the nation’s media.

In a striking display of contradiction, the economic narrative of Iran, painted by President Ebrahim Raisi and Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, clashes sharply with the experiences and statistics reported by the nation’s media.

 

While the Iranian leaders project an image of growth and prosperity for the Persian year 1402, spanning March 2023 to March 2024, a closer look at various reports reveals a vastly different, troubling picture of the nation’s economic health.

Iran’s Persistent Campaign Against the MEK

In an intriguing move on March 25, the Shohaday-e Iran website, associated with Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), republished a decades-old letter from the nation's founder, Ruhollah Khomeini, to his once-designated successor, Hossain-Ali Montazeri.
In an intriguing move on March 25, the Shohaday-e Iran website, associated with Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), republished a decades-old letter from the nation's founder, Ruhollah Khomeini, to his once-designated successor, Hossain-Ali Montazeri.

In an intriguing move on March 25, the Shohaday-e Iran website, associated with Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS), republished a decades-old letter from the nation's founder, Ruhollah Khomeini, to his once-designated successor, Hossain-Ali Montazeri.

 

This act revives a pivotal moment in history, highlighting a deep-rooted conflict within the Iranian regime and its ongoing efforts against the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK), a group advocating for a secular, democratic Iran.

Unveiling Iran Air’s Role: A Closer Look at the IRGC’s Grip

Recent revelations have brought to the fore the extensive control exercised by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) over Iran Air, ostensibly a national airline.
Recent revelations have brought to the fore the extensive control exercised by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) over Iran Air, ostensibly a national airline.

Recent revelations have brought to the fore the extensive control exercised by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) over Iran Air, ostensibly a national airline.

 

Brigadier Shamseddin Farzadipour, a senior commander from the IRGC, has been clandestinely managing Iran Air since April 2022, as reported by The Telegraph and Die Welt. This disclosure emerges amid mounting apprehensions regarding the regime’s involvement in proliferating missiles and military equipment to its proxies in the Middle East and Russia.

Regime’s Election Boycott: Calls for Regime Change Grow Stronger

A month after Iran's parliamentary election, the ramifications of the widespread boycott are surfacing, shedding light on the regime's entrenched ideology and response to dissent.
A month after Iran's parliamentary election, the ramifications of the widespread boycott are surfacing, shedding light on the regime's entrenched ideology and response to dissent.

A month after Iran's parliamentary election, the ramifications of the widespread boycott are surfacing, shedding light on the regime's entrenched ideology and response to dissent.

Ahmad Alamolhoda, representing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Mashhad, attempted to diminish the impact of the boycott, revealing the regime’s dismissive attitude toward public opinion.

The PMOI’s Defiant Stand in Zahedan

In the historical city of Zahedan, the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) Resistance Units have once again taken a bold stand against the Iranian regime's authoritarian rule.
In the historical city of Zahedan, the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) Resistance Units have once again taken a bold stand against the Iranian regime's authoritarian rule.

In the historical city of Zahedan, the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) Resistance Units have once again taken a bold stand against the Iranian regime's authoritarian rule.

 

Following the Friday prayers on March 29, these units made their resolve crystal clear through a series of placards that not only challenged the regime’s authority but also echoed a profound yearning for freedom and democracy in Iran. This act of defiance serves as a beacon of hope and resistance, signaling a crucial moment in Iran’s ongoing struggle for liberation.

Unwavering Support for Iranian Resistance Highlighted at Washington D.C. Spring Gathering

In a significant gathering in Washington D.C., the Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) brought together a diverse group of political figures, former US officials, and advocates to commemorate the onset of spring and the Iranian New Year, symbolizing a renewal of commitment towards a free and democratic Iran.
In a significant gathering in Washington D.C., the Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) brought together a diverse group of political figures, former US officials, and advocates to commemorate the onset of spring and the Iranian New Year, symbolizing a renewal of commitment towards a free and democratic Iran.

In a significant gathering in Washington D.C., the Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) brought together a diverse group of political figures, former US officials, and advocates to commemorate the onset of spring and the Iranian New Year, symbolizing a renewal of commitment towards a free and democratic Iran.

 

Among the notable attendees was former United States Secretary of Homeland Security, Governor Tom Ridge, who, along with his wife, Michelle, expressed steadfast support for the NCRI and the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK). The event saw a convergence of representatives from various embassies, political advisors, and journalists, all united in their support for the Iranian resistance movement.

Iran’s Economic Crisis Drives Young to the Black Market of Organ Trade

In a disturbing trend that reveals the depths of economic despair in Iran, young Iranians, stifled by the mullahs’ regime, are resorting to selling their organs on the black market.
In a disturbing trend that reveals the depths of economic despair in Iran, young Iranians, stifled by the mullahs’ regime, are resorting to selling their organs on the black market.

In a disturbing trend that reveals the depths of economic despair in Iran, young Iranians, stifled by the mullahs’ regime, are resorting to selling their organs on the black market.

 

This grim reality, acknowledged by the state-run Tejarat News on March 26, sheds light on the bleak prospects faced by the nation’s future generation as they barter parts of their bodies for a chance at survival amidst Iran’s economic turmoil.

Iran’s Electoral Boycott: A Clear Call for Regime Change and Reform

In the wake of the recent sham elections in Iran, a series of developments have starkly highlighted the political and social landscape of the country.
In the wake of the recent sham elections in Iran, a series of developments have starkly highlighted the political and social landscape of the country.

In the wake of the recent sham elections in Iran, a series of developments have starkly highlighted the political and social landscape of the country.

 

In the aftermath of Iran’s controversial elections, a striking narrative unfolds, portraying a nation entrenched in political turmoil and societal disillusionment. Marked by a minimal voter turnout of just 8.2%, as reported by PMOI activists, the recent electoral process has starkly underscored the deep-seated legitimacy crisis facing the Iranian regime, led by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

U.N. Reports Highlight Iran’s Escalating Human Rights Abuses

The 55th session of the Human Rights Council, convened on March 18th, spotlighted the grim state of human rights in Iran through the lens of two significant reports.
The 55th session of the Human Rights Council, convened on March 18th, spotlighted the grim state of human rights in Iran through the lens of two significant reports.

The 55th session of the Human Rights Council, convened on March 18th, spotlighted the grim state of human rights in Iran through the lens of two significant reports.

 

Javaid Rehman, the United Nations Special Rapporteur, delivered a comprehensive report detailing the alarming increase in human rights violations within the country. This comes shortly after a preliminary announcement by the United Nations Fact-Finding Mission on March 8th, which accused Tehran of committing crimes against humanity in its crackdown on the 2022 uprising.

Iran Faces Unprecedented Electoral Boycott, Revealing Deep Societal Discontent

In a significant turn of events, Iran's recent Assembly of Experts and Majles (parliament) elections witnessed an unparalleled general boycott, casting a spotlight on the growing disconnect between the Iranian regime and its populace.
In a significant turn of events, Iran's recent Assembly of Experts and Majles (parliament) elections witnessed an unparalleled general boycott, casting a spotlight on the growing disconnect between the Iranian regime and its populace.

In a significant turn of events, Iran's recent Assembly of Experts and Majles (parliament) elections witnessed an unparalleled general boycott, casting a spotlight on the growing disconnect between the Iranian regime and its populace.

 

The elections, marked by a record-low turnout, have prompted a wave of introspection within the country, questioning the legitimacy and future direction of its governing institutions.