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The Rise of Students: Catalysts for Change in Iran
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Undoubtedly, the social and political developments in Iran over the past few decades bear the unmistakable imprints of the leftist student movement. The influence of students extends far beyond their union demands, as they have consistently and relentlessly inserted themselves into every discourse and demand, both big and small, within Iran’s political landscape. However,…
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Iran: Challenging Stereotypes of an so-called Islamic Society
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when the West refers to an Islamic society, it implies a society in which Islamic principles and regulations are deeply internalized and inherent to its people. On the contrary, we contend that Islam has been imposed upon the people of Iran through a political process involving prisons, massacres, arrests, and the presence of Hezbollah…
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Iran’s new Labor Legislation: not Exploitation but Slavery
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Alarming reports have emerged, revealing troubling provisions within Article 15 of the bill, whereby employers are granted the authority to remunerate newly employed individuals with wages amounting to a mere fifty percent of the minimum wage sanctioned by the Supreme Labor Council during the initial three years of employment.
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Makhmour Refugee Camp: A Sanctuary amidst Conflict
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In distressing news, the Makhmour Camp, which has been frequently targeted by Turkish airstrikes, is now facing a siege by the Iraqi army. On May 20th, special army units accompanied by armored vehicles attempted to encircle the camp with wire fences and establish towers in strategic locations. However, the residents of the camp strongly…
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Challenging Democracy by Rethinking Freedom
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This article discusses Iranian Marxist thinker Mansour Hekmat’s rejection of liberal democracy and his emphasis on freedom as paramount. Hekmat believed that democracy, historically tied to capitalism, limits genuine freedom. He argued that true freedom can only be achieved through a socialist transformation of society, eliminating class divisions and exploitation.
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Strike Under Repression: Iranian Oil Industry Project Workers’ Challenges
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Project workers in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industry face a unique set of challenges when it comes to organizing and mobilizing for better working conditions. These temporary contract workers, often lack the stability and support of permanent employees, making them vulnerable to financial and political pressure. Workers experience different forms of organization that…
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Obstruction and Repression:
Greek Law Forces Mare Liberum’s Dissolution•
In a somber announcement, the human rights monitoring group Mare Liberum has announced its withdrawal from Lesvos island, the end of its operations, and the dissolution of the association. The decision came after five years of operation in the Aegean, during which the group faced multiple forms of sabotage, obstruction, and repression.
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Iran: 76 Children Killed and 272 Tortured in Brutal Crackdown on Protests
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The Campaign to Free Political Prisoners in Iran (CFPPI) has released a damning report on the alarming increase in cases of abduction, torture, and killing of children by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Iran. The report highlights the worsening situation since September 2022, following the death of Mahsa (Jina) Amini while in…
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Challenging the Discourse of Multipolarity
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Multipolarity is a concept that refers to a world in which there are multiple imperial cores instead of just one dominant power. The US lost its unipolar hegemonic status due to a combination of factors, including the war on terror, allowing other countries like China and Russia to gain prominence. However, it is important…
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Taliban, IRI: Two Approaches on Women’s Education Rights
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Iranian parliament members suggest that if the Taliban continues to restrict women’s education, Iran’s universities can assist them. However, they also suggest that the availability of education should be balanced with existing resources and conditions, and private universities could be a viable option for women’s education. In Iran, the government has been promoting the…
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left in Greece and the Crisis of Nice Racism
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The return of the Taliban to power in Afghanistan has been a disaster for the country’s people, particularly women. For instance, restrictions on women’s education and work have been imposed, leading to the closure of high schools and universities for women. There have been protests against these restrictions at some universities, and some male…
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Ankara’s “Hospitality” Strategy: Syrian Refugees in Turkey
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As the upcoming presidential election draws near, political parties are making a variety of promises on how to handle the refugee crisis. Unfortunately, one of the topics dominating election news is the potential deportation of refugees back to their home countries in order to stem the flow of movement across borders.