This change is most evident in the sectors of food, housing, and clothing, with the latter experiencing an astronomical rise. In the early 1990s, an average Iranian would spend approximately 11,000 tomans annually on clothing. Fast-forward to the present, and this expenditure has skyrocketed to 1.41 million tomans—a staggering 127-fold increase.
Ali Saber, a long-time supporter of the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK), faced his untimely death following a history of persecution due to his political beliefs.
In an interview, Parviz Sabeti, a prominent figure of the defunct SAVAK police of Iran’s former Shah regime, vehemently denied any involvement in the torture and execution of Iranian dissidents during the Shah’s oppressive rule. Speaking to Manoto, a Persian channel known for its favorable stance towards the remnants of the Shah regime, Sabeti attempted to distance himself from the heinous acts committed under his watch.
In a stark contrast to its ongoing involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts, the Iranian regime is intensifying its crackdown on domestic dissent, marking a distressing escalation in its campaign of suppression. Over the past month, the regime has executed over 100 individuals, signaling a worrying trend of increased political executions.
Nevertheless, the bullet that struck Mr. Vidal-Quadras in the face was a disgrace to the policy of appeasing Khamenei,” stated Iranian opposition President-elect Maryam Rajavi of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), at a European Parliament conference in Strasbourg on November 22. Her words underscore a growing concern about the Iranian regime’s tactics.
In his speech .Mr. Jung underscored the destabilizing role of Iran in global conflicts, particularly in the context of the Israeli-Palestinian issue.
On November 22, Dr. Franz-Josef Jung, the former German Minister of Defense, delivered a powerful address at a conference held at the European Parliament, where Iranian opposition President-elect Maryam Rajavi of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), was also a speaker. Jung emphasized the urgency of countering Tehran’s disinformation campaign against the NCRI and expressed concern about the susceptibility of European institutions and media to the Iranian regime’s manipulative efforts.
Ebrahim Raisi described the Gaza situation as a catalyst for “global justice and order,” a statement that has sparked controversy and concern.
In 2003, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei introduced the ambitious “Iran’s 20-Year Vision” plan, aiming to position the nation as a regional leader in economy, science, and technology by 2025. Spearheaded by then-President Mohammad Khatami, this strategy was designed to unfold over five four-year terms, with each successive government continuing its implementation. However, as 2025 approaches, the reality starkly contrasts the envisioned future.
The conference, which included various political representatives and Iranian opposition President-elect Maryam Rajavi of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), addressed the Iranian regime’s role in regional terrorism and warmongering.
This approach, strongly advocated by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, aligns with previous international agreements and enjoys widespread support. However, the Iranian regime remains a notable exception to this consensus, starkly opposing the two-state solution and advocating for a “one-state” alternative.
