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Khamenei’s Election Dilemma: Unraveling Financial Scandals and a Call for Revolution

In the wake of recently leaked documents exposing financial corruption within Iran's Majlis, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei continues to champion the upcoming parliamentary elections.
In the wake of recently leaked documents exposing financial corruption within Iran's Majlis, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei continues to champion the upcoming parliamentary elections.

In the wake of recently leaked documents exposing financial corruption within Iran's Majlis, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei continues to champion the upcoming parliamentary elections.

 

Despite the internal crisis ignited by the revelations, Khamenei emphasizes the importance of elections as a fundamental pillar for reforming the country.

Iran Imposes Harsh Sentences on PMOI Political Prisoners Amid Human Rights Concerns

In a recent crackdown on political dissent, the Iranian Judiciary has sentenced three members of the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) to a total of 35 years in prison.
In a recent crackdown on political dissent, the Iranian Judiciary has sentenced three members of the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) to a total of 35 years in prison.

In a recent crackdown on political dissent, the Iranian Judiciary has sentenced three members of the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) to a total of 35 years in prison.

 

This move highlights the regime’s ongoing suppression of opposition voices and raises serious human rights concerns.

Iranian Regime’s Security Breached: Parliament Servers Seized and Confidential Budgets Exposed

In a striking blow to the Iranian regime's image as a regional powerhouse, the security and stability of its parliamentary system have been significantly compromised.
In a striking blow to the Iranian regime's image as a regional powerhouse, the security and stability of its parliamentary system have been significantly compromised.

 

The seizure of 600 servers by the dissident group Ghiam Sarnegouni, meaning “Rise to Overthrow” in Persian, has unveiled documents that lay bare the exclusion of parliament members from Iran’s decision-making process. Instead, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Parliament and a figure previously embroiled in corruption scandals, is portrayed as a key facilitator for Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) within the legislative arm.

U.S. Sanctions Network Smuggling Technology to Iran’s Central Bank

In a significant move to curb illegal technology transfers, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned a network for smuggling U.S. technology to the Central Bank of Iran (CBI).
In a significant move to curb illegal technology transfers, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned a network for smuggling U.S. technology to the Central Bank of Iran (CBI).

In a significant move to curb illegal technology transfers, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned a network for smuggling U.S. technology to the Central Bank of Iran (CBI).

 

This network, implicated in the illicit procurement of goods and technology, has been found to support entities linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) and Hezbollah, both of which are designated as foreign terrorist organizations by the United States.

Cyberattack Exposes Iranian Parliament’s Extravagant Expenses Amid Public Distress

On February 13, 2024, just two days following the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Iranian regime's establishment, the dissident group Ghiam Sarnegouni (meaning
On February 13, 2024, just two days following the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Iranian regime's establishment, the dissident group Ghiam Sarnegouni (meaning "Rise to Overthrow" in Persian) declared a significant breach.

On February 13, 2024, just two days following the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Iranian regime's establishment, the dissident group Ghiam Sarnegouni (meaning "Rise to Overthrow" in Persian) declared a significant breach.

 

Through its Telegram channel, the group announced it had seized control over numerous digital assets of the Islamic Consultative Assembly (Majlis), including the Parliament’s news agency and library websites, document repositories, and over 600 servers.

Global Rallies Mark Anniversary of Iran’s 1979 Revolution

On Saturday, February 10, freedom-loving Iranians around the globe commemorated the anniversary of the 1979 revolution, which saw the end of the shah's dictatorship in Iran.
On Saturday, February 10, freedom-loving Iranians around the globe commemorated the anniversary of the 1979 revolution, which saw the end of the shah's dictatorship in Iran.

 

Demonstrations and exhibitions were held in major cities across Europe and North America, including Berlin, Paris, London, Brussels, Amsterdam, Vienna, Rome, Bern, Gothenburg, Luxemburg, Oslo, and Vancouver, showcasing a united front against authoritarian rule.

Iran’s Rebellious Youths Defy Regime with Series of Targeted Attacks

In a tragic event that has sent shockwaves through Iran and the international community, the lifeless body of 19-year-old Baluch activist Sepehr Shirani was discovered in Zahedan on Thursday, February 1.
In a tragic event that has sent shockwaves through Iran and the international community, the lifeless body of 19-year-old Baluch activist Sepehr Shirani was discovered in Zahedan on Thursday, February 1.

 

Shirani’s death came just two days after his arrest by the regime’s intelligence agents, marking a grim outcome for a young life dedicated to criticizing the authoritarian rule of Iran’s mullahs. Authorities are accused of murdering Shirani in an attempt to quell the voices of dissent among the country’s youth, aiming to stifle opposition to the tyrannical governance that has long characterized Iran’s political landscape.

German Firm Under Scrutiny for Alleged Sanctions Violations with Iranian Connections

In a recent exposé by ARD, Germany's foremost state television network, GIC International GmbH, a company based in Düsseldorf, has come under close watch for potential infringements of international sanctions.
In a recent exposé by ARD, Germany's foremost state television network, GIC International GmbH, a company based in Düsseldorf, has come under close watch for potential infringements of international sanctions.

In a recent exposé by ARD, Germany's foremost state television network, GIC International GmbH, a company based in Düsseldorf, has come under close watch for potential infringements of international sanctions.

 

 

Documents that have surfaced through leaks to the opposition group People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran, and subsequently acquired by WDR and SZ, suggest that the Iranian regime may have engaged GIC International, along with other German entities, to navigate around sanctions for international trade and real estate dealings.

Tehran’s Role in Middle East Tensions: A Call for International Action

Amidst the disconcerting headlines dominating global news, the world’s focus sharpens on the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the unfolding tragedy in Gaza.
Amidst the disconcerting headlines dominating global news, the world’s focus sharpens on the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the unfolding tragedy in Gaza.

 

Amidst the disconcerting headlines dominating global news, the world’s focus sharpens on the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the unfolding tragedy in Gaza. Initially met with hesitation, the international community is gradually acknowledging the core source of these crises: Tehran. The discussions spotlight the Iranian regime’s involvement, both direct and indirect, in stoking regional unrest. This recognition sheds light on Tehran’s motivations for its aggressive posturing.

Iranian Judiciary sentences Armita Pavir to prison for her political activism

Armita Pavir, a student of cellular and molecular biology, was sentenced to a total of 22 months and 17 days in prison on charges of “spreading propaganda against the state”, and “insulting the leadership and authorities”, by the Azarshahr Revolutionary Court in northeastern Iran.
Armita Pavir, a student of cellular and molecular biology, was sentenced to a total of 22 months and 17 days in prison on charges of “spreading propaganda against the state”, and “insulting the leadership and authorities”, by the Azarshahr Revolutionary Court in northeastern Iran.

 

Armita Pavir was arrested on September 21, 2023, and is currently in the Central Prison of Tabriz under mental torture and severe restrictions. She has denied the charges brought against her but has refused to express remorse to receive amnesty.