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UPDATE: 7:30 PM CET<\/span><\/p>\r\n On October 6, 2024, in Tehran\u2019s Revolutionary Court, a somber scene unfolded that underscores the brutal clampdown on dissent in Iran. Seven political prisoners, including seasoned activists and young professionals, faced grave charges under the watchful eyes of the regime. The charges ranged from rebellion to membership in Iran\u2019s principal democratic opposition movement, the National Council of Resistance of Iran, signaling a continued suppression of political opposition. This trial is not an isolated incident but a clear message from the Iranian regime: dissent will not be tolerated. Among the accused is Abolhassan Montazer, a 65-year-old with a storied history of political resistance dating back to the 1980s. Despite suffering from serious health conditions, Montazer faces charges that could lead to the most severe penalties. Alongside him are young professionals like Pouya Ghobadi and Vahid Bani-Amerian, whose only “crime” appears to be their unyielding demand for a free Iran.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\r\n UPDATE: 7:00 AM CET<\/span><\/p>\r\n On Saturday, November 9, Iran\u2019s rebellious youth attacked regime targets in Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, and Mashhad in response to the increasing executions and massacres in Iran\u2019s prisons, including:<\/p>\r\n \u2013 94 executions from October 22 to November 8<\/p>\r\n \u2013 441 executions during the tenure of regime president Masoud Pezeshkian<\/p>\r\n \u2013 17 executions on Wednesday, November 8 alone<\/p>\r\n The rebellious youth also responded to the regime\u2019s growing repressive measures against women and girls.<\/p>\r\n The targets of the attacks included:<\/p>\r\n Explosion at the headquarters of the Khomeini Foundation in Shiraz, which is responsible for looting the wealth of the country to serve the regime\u2019s nefarious purposes<\/p>\r\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\r\n The re-election of Donald Trump has thrown Iran\u2019s regime media and political circles into a state of unease and speculation. In the wake of his victory, factions within the government voice differing opinions on how to manage what they anticipate could be a volatile period for Iran. Some are pushing for negotiations, while others urge caution and emphasize resilience. Some reformist figures have floated the idea of dialogue. In an interview with the state newspaper\u00a0Entekhab<\/em>\u00a0on November 7, Nosratollah Tajik remarked, \u201cHe [Trump] is a businessman, and we can make a deal with him\u2026 but we have to see what concessions he wants.\u201d This pragmatic tone reflects the belief that Trump\u2019s transactional approach to politics might open a door for diplomacy, albeit with inevitable costs.<\/p>\r\n Meanwhile, the state-run\u00a0Etemad<\/em>\u00a0warned Iran\u2019s leadership of the risks ahead, recalling Trump\u2019s previous policy of \u201cmaximum pressure.\u201d The November 7 editorial stated, \u201cThe history of Iran\u2019s relationship with the Trump administration has many complications. Trump is expressing maximum pressure against Iran. In a situation where Trump, Netanyahu, and their European and regional allies will form a united front, Iran needs a new strategic design\u2026 There should be another policy.\u201d<\/p>\r\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\r\n Iran\u2019s education system, overseen by the Ministry of Education under the clerical regime, faces an acute teacher shortage while also imposing strict, ideologically driven requirements on teacher candidates.<\/p>\r\n Reports highlight the Iranian regime\u2019s medieval-style selection criteria, which exclude candidates based on lifestyle choices, social media activity, and ideological compliance rather than educational qualifications.<\/p>\r\n As a result, many qualified individuals are barred from teaching roles, exacerbating the staffing crisis in public schools, where over\u00a085% of Iran\u2019s students<\/a>\u00a0are educated. This report provides an overview of these restrictive practices and their impact on Iran\u2019s educational landscape.<\/p>\r\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\r\n Armin and Hatef, the primary and secondary suspects in the robbery of safety deposit boxes at the University Branch of Bank Melli, were sentenced to hand amputation by the Tehran Province Criminal Court. The Supreme Court of Iran has also charged them with \u201ccorruption on earth,\u201d which could lead to severe punishments such as the death penalty. On November 9, the regime\u2019s Etemad newspaper reported that Armin and Hatef, the primary and secondary suspects in the Bank Melli University Branch safety deposit box robbery, faced the charge of \u201ccorruption on earth\u201d on November 6 from Branch 17 of the Supreme Court of Iran.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\r\n Frashad Momeni, a government-affiliated economist, expressed concern over a potential 40% increase in gasoline prices in Iran\u2019s 2025 budget proposal, calling the overall budget policies \u201cdangerous and worrisome.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n In an interview with the Jamaran website, this university economics professor criticized \u201csecrecy\u201d in the government\u2019s framework, identifying the lack of transparency as a major flaw in next year\u2019s\u00a0budget proposal<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n According to Momeni, despite warnings to the administration of Iranian regime\u2019s president Masoud Pezeshkian about the \u201csignificant economic, social, political, and even national security costs\u201d that would accompany a gas price increase, the Deputy Chair of the regime\u2019s Majlis (parliament) Budget and Planning Commission recently announced that the government intends to raise gas prices by at least 40% next year.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n Read more<\/a><\/p>\r\n Oslo, Norway\u2014November 2024:<\/strong>\u00a0Freedom-loving Iranians and supporters of the People\u2019s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI\/MEK<\/a>) organized a rally in front of Norway\u2019s Foreign Ministry, demanding the shutdown of the Iranian regime\u2019s embassy and the expulsion of its spies and agents from Norway.<\/p>\r\n #MEK<\/a> Supporters Rally in #Oslo<\/a>, Calling for the Shutdown of #Iran<\/a>\u2019s Embassy and Expulsion of Its Spies and Agent#ShutdownIranTerrorEmbassies<\/a> #BlacklistIRGC<\/a> #NoImpunity4Mullahs<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/gvtnaGRM73<\/a><\/p>— Iran Freedom (@4FreedominIran) November 10, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote>The Struggle for Justice in Iran<\/h3>\r\n
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\r\nIran\u2019s Rebellious Youth Target Regime Symbols Amid Rising Executions and Crackdowns<\/h3>\r\n
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\r\nTrump\u2019s Re-Election Raises Alarms in Iran\u2019s Regime Media<\/h3>\r\n
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\r\nIdeological Screening in Teacher Recruitment: Medieval Constraints in Iran\u2019s Education System<\/h3>\r\n
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\r\nIranian Man Sentenced to Hand Amputation on Bank Robbery Charges<\/h3>\r\n
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\r\nIran Regime\u2019s Budget Policies for Next Year Raise Concerns<\/h3>\r\n
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\r\nMEK Supporters Rally in Oslo, Calling for the Shutdown of Iran\u2019s Embassy and Expulsion of Its Spies and Agent<\/h3>\r\n