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Iranwire – The head of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM), General Michael Kurilla, expressed concerns on Thursday over the deepening alliance between Iran, China, and Russia. During a hearing before the House Armed Services Committee, General Kurilla emphasized his worries regarding the “global implications” of this trilateral partnership.  “Collectively, Iran, Russia, and China are strengthening their relationships and fostering …

Iranwire – The recent spate of mobile phone and wallet thefts in Iran has reached a new level with an assault on Mohammad Ali Abtahi, former chief of staff to President Mohammad Khatami.  Abtahi took to his Instagram page to detail the incident, revealing that motorcyclists with a “polished appearance” and a “high-end motorcycle” attempted to steal his phone.  Abtahi …

Iranwire – Iranian authorities sealed dozens of shops and restaurants deemed not in compliance with religious customs during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.  This action has sparked concerns about government overreach and economic hardship. The closures were justified under the notion of “violating norms,” according to officials.  The Police Chief of Ray city in Tehran province, Mohammad Qasim Tarhani, …

Iranwire – A Revolutionary Court of the Islamic Republic in the northwestern city of Mahabad has sentenced a Kurdish man to 13 years in prison.  According to a report by the Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, Mohammad-Taher Hosseinpour, a 31-year-old resident of Naqadeh, has been charged with “waging war Against God” for his alleged affiliation with and support for a …

Iranwire – The coincidence of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan with the Nowruz New Year holiday has led to Iranian authorities implementing a new set of restrictions.  Even before Nowruz began, the Deputy Interior Minister threatened to take action against those who chose not to fast during the holiday despite Islamic law exempting travelers from fasting obligations. Seyed Majid …