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UPDATE: 10:00 PM CEST
“State Hostages Are the Weapon of This Tyranny in Power in Iran That Holds Its Own People Hostage”
Several prominent figures, such as lawyer Dominique Attias, MP André Chassaigne, and former hostage Ingrid Betancourt, emphasize that Iran is a tyrannical regime that must be confronted, as evidenced by the presence of numerous “state hostages.”
We warmly welcome the release of Olivier Grondeau on March 20, who was held in Iran under horrifying conditions. We are happy for him and his family. But true relief will only come when our other hostages, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, along with all other foreign nationals, are finally freed, and—above all—when a definitive end is put to this abhorrent practice.
UPDATE: 7:00 PM CEST
The Departments of Treasury and Justice Take Action Against Iranian Weapons Procurement Network
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), in coordination with the U.S. Department of Justice, is targeting a network of six entities and two individuals based in Iran, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the People’s Republic of China (PRC) responsible for the procurement of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) components on behalf of Iran-based Qods Aviation Industries (QAI)—a leading manufacturer for Iran’s UAV program. This network has also facilitated procurement for other entities in Iran’s military-industrial complex, to include Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industrial Company (HESA) and Shahid Bakeri Industrial Group (SBIG). Today’s action marks the second round of sanctions targeting Iranian weapons proliferators since the President issued National Security Presidential Memorandum 2 on February 4, 2025, ordering a campaign of maximum pressure on Iran.
UPDATE: 6:00 PM CEST
New Era for Iran Is Within Reach
Last week marked the start of a new year on the Persian calendar. As Iranians throughout the world celebrate Nowruz, many are expressing confidence that it will lead to a new era for their homeland. Meanwhile, Western concerns persist over the Iranian regime’s nuclear weapons program, with President Trump setting a clear red line.
Tehran has also stepped up its terrorism in the region over the past two years but has received major backlash, further weakening the Iranian regime’s influence in the region. Tehran’s most prominent allies, namely Hassan Nasrallah of Hezbollah in Lebanon and Bashar Assad in Syria, have left the scene, displaying Tehran’s eroding influence in the region.
UPDATE: 12:30 PM CEST
Iran-Born Yale Scholar Fired Over Allegations of Working with Terrorist-Tied ‘Sham Charity’
A Yale University Law School associate research scholar was terminated after failing to disclose information about her alleged ties to Samidoun Network, a Canada-based group designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. State Department.
Iranian-born Helyeh Doutaghi was fired Friday, three weeks after being put on administrative leave after allegations were made that she was part of the Samidoun Network, classified as “a sham charity” by the federal government for the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, a U.S.-designated terrorist organization.
“Over the last three weeks, Yale has repeatedly requested to meet with Ms. Doutaghi and her attorney to obtain clarifying information and resolve this matter,” Yale spokesperson Alden Ferro said in a statement provided to Fox News Digital. “Unfortunately, she has refused to meet to provide any responses to critical questions, including whether she has ever engaged in prohibited activity with organizations or individuals that were placed on the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons list (‘SDN List’).”
UPDATE: 11:00 AM CEST
U.S. State Department Condemns Iranian Regime’s Terrorism and Nuclear Threats
During a press briefing on March 31, 2025, U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce reaffirmed the U.S. government’s firm stance against the Iranian regime, labeling it as a state sponsor of terrorism. She emphasized that the regime’s own Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and stated that “many regime leaders have also been designated as terrorists.”
Bruce underscored the comprehensive scope of Tehran’s destabilizing activities, including its ballistic missile program, support for terrorist groups, and repression of the Iranian people’s freedom. “Iran’s behavior across the globe threatens U.S. national interests,” she noted, highlighting that the U.S. remains committed to ending Iran’s nuclear threat.
“The President has been very clear that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. Under Donald Trump, there is not going to be a nuclear Iran,” Bruce stated. She reiterated that the U.S. is open to negotiating a deal with Tehran but warned that “if the Iranian regime does not want a deal, the President has other options, and those alternatives will be very bad for Iran.”
The State Department spokesperson further called on the Iranian regime to cease its nuclear escalations, halt its ballistic missile program, dismantle its terrorist networks, and end the IRGC’s destabilizing activities.
UPDATE: 8:00 AM CEST
Iran’s Pretender-in-Exile: The Farce of Reza Pahlavi
Reza Pahlavi, the 64-year-old son of the deposed Shah of Iran, has an interesting resume to demonstrate his qualifications for the job of heir to the Peacock Throne. Since his father fled Tehran as the 1979 revolution overthrew his tyrannical rule, Reza Pahlavi has lived in languid luxury. Every time the ruling autocracy of the mullahs appears to be under threat, he occasionally breaks surface to trumpet his claim to the monarchy. The fact that during repeated recent nationwide uprisings in Iran, the crowds have chanted: “Down with the dictator, be it the Shah or the Sheik,” seems to have passed him by.
U.S. Must Put Maximum Pressure on Iran As Regime Change Looms
In a series of policy statements, the U.S. government has once again underlined its commitment to “maximum pressure” on the Iranian regime. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, detailing the latest escalation in sanctions, underscored the administration’s determination to push Iran’s already faltering economy to the brink.
By throttling oil exports and crippling the production of kamikaze drones, now a cornerstone of Tehran’s regional aggression, Washington aims to deprive the regime of both revenue and reach, tightening the noose on its destabilizing ambitions.
The administration’s rhetoric signals a shift in Iran policy, but while it implements tools to force Tehran into a verifiable nuclear agreement, its true value lies elsewhere. A decisive U.S. Policy should include a declaration of solidarity with the Iranian people.
UPDATE: 7:00 AM CEST
Iran’s Rebellious Rise Against the Executioner Regime
In the past Iranian year (March 20, 2024 – March 20, 2025), Iranian regime supreme leader Ali Khamenei showcased the precarious position of his regime on the brink of collapse by increasing executions by 42% compared to the previous year.
The regime’s leader, desperate to prevent a nationwide uprising and delay the inevitable downfall of his regime, set a new record for crime and executions in the Iranian year 1403. The number of recorded executions reached 1,153 prisoners, unprecedented in recent years. Of these, 961 executions (83% of the total) occurred during the tenure of Masoud Pezeshkian, who became president in July 2024. Given the secretive and unrecorded nature of many executions, the actual number is likely much higher.
The Iranian Regime’s Existential Crisis: The Fracturing of Its Core Support Base
For the first time in its 46-year history, the Iranian regime faces a fundamental question: Will the hardline loyalists within its security apparatus continue to defend the regime unconditionally if protests erupt again?
According to analysts, this concern has triggered panic among the regime’s ruling elite. They are acutely aware that the collapse of Syria’s regime under Bashar al-Assad was largely due to the demoralization and eventual defection of its repressive forces. The possibility of a similar scenario unfolding in Iran is a nightmare for the ruling clerics.
March 2025 Report: The Economic Situation of Women in Iran
The Economic Situation of Women in Iran: The Impact of Inflation and Rising Prices on Purchasing Power Ahead of Nowruz.
Nowruz and the Iranian New Year began on March 20, 2025. As Iran’s most important national celebration, Nowruz is traditionally a time when families spend money on essentials, new clothing, and food. However, this year, Iranian women faced unprecedented economic challenges in the lead-up to the holiday.
More Than 2.5 Months of Uncertainty for Arghavan Fallahi; At Least 15,000 Arrested Last Year
Two and a half months after her arrest, Arghavan Fallahi remains in limbo at Evin Prison. She has been subjected to interrogations, yet her case has not been reviewed.
Her father and other family members have also been summoned and questioned. So far, authorities have denied her the possibility of temporary release. Born in 2000, Arghavan Fallahi was arrested on January 25, 2025, in Parand and transferred to Ward 209 of Evin Prison. Since then, no reliable updates have emerged regarding her status, leaving her fate unknown.
Fallahi had previously been arrested and was released from Evin Prison in late 2023. However, her recent re-arrest and the lack of information about her condition have raised serious concerns.
Azar Korvandi: Authorities Prevent Hospital Transfer of 60-Year-Old Political Prisoner
Officials at Evin Prison are blocking the transfer of political prisoner Azar Korvandi, 60, to a hospital and denying her access to necessary medical care.
Reports indicate a deterioration in the health condition of political prisoner Azar Korvandi Mousazadeh, 60 years old, held in Evin Prison. Despite her critical medical condition, she has been denied hospital transfer and access to specialized treatment.
Suffering from a herniated cervical disc disease and tendon deterioration in her shoulder, she endures excruciating pain in her neck, shoulder, and arm, rendering her unable to move her head.
Iran’s Power Shortages Will Not Be Resolved Within One or Two Years
As the Iranian regime continues to struggle with supplying electricity to the country, Mostafa Nakhaei, a member of the Energy Commission of the Majlis (parliament), highlighted growing concerns about the energy crisis expected in the upcoming summer. He emphasized that resolving the electricity shortage will not be possible within one or two years. On March 30, Nakhaei stated in an interview with the regime’s ISNA News Agency, affiliated with the Basij paramilitary force: “Electricity shortages, especially in the summer, are an undeniable reality that have accumulated over the years, and naturally, they cannot be resolved within one or two years.”
He pointed out that electricity consumption in the country increases by about five percent annually, while power generation capacity has not seen significant growth in recent years.
Around 200,000 People in Iran Suffer from Hepatitis C
Ghobad Moradi, head of the Center for Communicable Disease Control at the Iranian regime’s Ministry of Health, stated that approximately 200,000 people in Iran are infected with hepatitis C.
On Sunday, March 30, in an interview with the state-run ILNA news agency, Moradi discussed the number of hepatitis C cases in the country, stating: “Our estimate is that fewer than 200,000 people in the country are infected with hepatitis C.”
He added, “If we can identify and treat these individuals, we can significantly reduce the prevalence of this disease.”
The Situation of Political Prisoners on Death Row in Iran – Part 6
The Iranian regime has intensified its crackdown on political dissidents, once again targeting prisoners of conscience with heavy sentences. Execution, torture, and long-term imprisonment have become systematic tools used to instill fear in society. This report examines the case of Babak Alipour, one of six political prisoners sentenced to death, and highlights international reactions to these unjust rulings.
Babak Alipour, born in 1991 in Amol, is a law graduate who was arrested for the third time in January 2024. His first arrest dates to November 2018, when he was sentenced to seven years in prison on charges of “membership in the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) and insulting the Supreme Leader.” After being released, he was rearrested in December 2021 and spent two years in Evin Prison’s Ward 4 before being released in March 2023. However, his freedom was short-lived, and in his most recent arrest, he was held in solitary confinement in Evin’s Ward 209 for four months.
Paris Exhibition Sheds Light on Iran’s Human Rights Abuses and Urges Global Action
Paris, March 29, 2025 – Supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) organized an exhibition in Paris to expose the Iranian regime’s growing human rights violations and show solidarity with the ongoing Iranian Revolution.