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Navigating Oppression: Women’s Stories from Tehran’s Settlements
In the southeast shadow of Tehran, where the city’s heartbeat fades into the hum of agriculture and unpaved roads, lies Hesaramir. Its duality—a historic Upper Hesaramir and a migrant-built Turkabad—creates a kaleidoscope of lives, traditions, and struggles. Yet, the soul of this settlement is found in its women, whose voices,…
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Femicide Crisis in Iran: Understanding the Urgent Need for Change
In just two days, two cases of femicide have shaken Iran. First, a lawyer murdered his journalist wife, Mansoureh Ghadiri Javi with brutal blows from a knife and dumbbell. In another case, another male lawyer killed his wife and son before ending his own life. According to the Iranian newspaper…
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Iran’s Nuclear Tensions: A Deepening Crisis with the West
The nuclear standoff between Iran and the West is more than a diplomatic struggle—it is a tense, layered conflict that increasingly pushes toward a dangerous precipice. Iran’s relationship with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) exemplifies this tangled web of mistrust and maneuvering. The agency’s concerns over undeclared enriched uranium…
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My Favorite Cake: Cinema, Memory, and Resistance in Iran
For some time now, My Favorite Cake, directed by Maryam Moghadam and Behtash Sanaeeha, has been available to the public through some Telegram channels. After receiving attention in the 74th Berlin Film Festival’s cinema circles, audiences now have easy access to this film. My Favorite Cake draws power from its…
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Strikes and Struggles: The Plight of Iran’s Oil Workers
The new wave of strikes, called the “14-14” campaign, began on June 19. Contract workers in various oil and gas companies went on strike demanding higher wages and a 14-day work, 14-day rest schedule. Earlier, these workers had warned that if their demands were not met by the end of…
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Hijab, Political Islam,
and the Construction of Theocracy in the Middle EastThe Iran-Iraq war saw the slogan “My sister, your hijab is your fortress” symbolizing the Islamic Republic’s efforts to cement its ideology through veiling. Over time, the veil revealed itself to be a protective measure for the regime rather than for women. Questions about policy’s significance in women’s dress arise…
Borders: More Than Lines
How do boundaries shape nations and identities? Beyond physical barriers, borders influence culture, politics, and human connections, profoundly impacting global dynamics and interactions.
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Iran and Middle East
Into Iran’s significant role in the region, focusing on human rights, the labour movement, and the fight for democracy. These efforts are pivotal in shaping a just and equitable Middle East.
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Book Review
Into notable works, highlighting themes of human rights, the labor movement, and the fight for democracy. These reviews illuminate pivotal struggles and inspire informed readers.
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Unveiling Iran
Culture, Politics, and People
The spirit of the Iranian people remains strong. They continue to fight for their rights, culture, and place in the world.
Women
Women are the backbone of society, driving change and progress. Fight for equality and freedom demonstrate strength and resilience, shaping a better future for everyone.
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Labour
The ongoing worker movement for rights and fair conditions is vital for socio-political change. This struggle is essential for creating a just society where everyone can thrive and succeed.
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Society
Iranian society is diverse and vibrant, blending ancient traditions with modern influences. Despite challenges, the people’s resilience and rich cultural heritage continue to inspire and endure through time.
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History
Iran’s modern history is marked by significant events: the 1979 Islamic Revolution, the Iran-Iraq War, and ongoing political reforms. These events shape its complex and evolving identity today.
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FNT Podcast
Join me every two weeks as we delve into various aspects of socio-political issues, with the goal of cultivating a more profound comprehension of our world. Together, striving to bring lucidity to the complexities of our collective existence.
Recent News
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Activists Unite to Stop Executions in Iran
A new campaign against the death penalty in Iran, led by activists Marjane Satrapi, Sholeh Pakravan, Mina Ahadi, and Ladan Bazargan, is rallying support from diverse groups, including women’s rights advocates, labor unions, teachers, victims’ families, and political prisoners. The initiative highlights an alarming surge in executions, with over 250…
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30% of Iranian Students Drop Out of School
In Iran today, one-third of students never make it to high school graduation. The numbers are stark: out of the 1.2 million children who step into first grade every year, only 70% complete their education. Professor Gholam-Ali Afrouz of the University of Tehran spoke about this silent crisis, warning that…
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Unpacking Iran’s Sudden Lift on Internet Censorship: What’s Next?
The Islamic regime in Iran is making an unexpected move: lifting restrictions on internet access and some social media platforms like Instagram, offering people more open connectivity. This change, however, is not rooted in freedom of expression or the promotion of free media. The real motives remain ambiguous, raising questions…
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Iran’s Economic Woes: Inflation and the Struggle for Survival
The Iranian Parliament’s Research Center has laid it out for everyone—poverty in Iran has clawed its way to 30.1% in 2023. That’s nearly a third of people, everyday Iranians, who can’t make ends meet. We’re not talking a new issue, either. For five years, poverty’s hovered here, stuck like a…
Recent Journal Posts
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Debunking Reza Pahlavi’s Leadership Claims in Iran
Iran stands at a crossroads, grappling with internal crises and external threats, yet Reza Pahlavi’s self-proclaimed leadership offers little more than a mirage. Declaring himself the “leader of the transition,” he has sidelined notions of democracy and pluralism in favor of an authoritarian vision, all under the guise of fulfilling…
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The Art of Survival in Iran’s Repressive Regime
Life in Iran under a totalitarian regime is a relentless performance, a dance of endurance. It’s like Tehching Hsieh and Linda Montano’s “Art/Life: One Year Performance 1983–1984,” where they tied themselves together by an 8-foot rope, day after day. The rope held them close but kept them apart, bound by…
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The Face of Hate: How Islamic Regime Feeds on Anti-Semitic Lies
Shariatmadari, a former interrogator from the 1980s and now the mouthpiece of Ali Khamenei, reflects a dark legacy in his editorial work. He distorts the global outrage over Palestinian suffering to propagate hateful narratives reminiscent of fascism. His recent statements accuse the German government of Zionist control and dismiss the…
The Fire Next Time
The Fire Next Time by Siyavash Shahabi is licensed under Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
