Persian Spring

Iran’s Hypocrisy on Women’s Rights

Iran’s Policies Highlighted in Attacks on Bahrain February 10, 2016: Amid rising tensions between Iran and Arab Gulf countries, Iran continues its sustained negative media tirade against Bahrain, making its subversive intentions for the country

Persian Spring

Ayatollah: Ban Working Women

December 6, 2015: Saying that working has enabled women in gaining independence leading to an increased divorce rate, Isfahan-based Ayatollah Tabatabai-Nejad has proposed “a ban on women working in ministries, in companies, or as shop

Persian Spring

Iran Targets Popular Messaging App

  Iranian authorities have arrested administrators of more than 20 groups on messaging app Telegram, citing the spread of “immoral content” as the reason. This is the latest detention in a clampdown on freedom of expression