The correct solution is the development of Balochistan by the Baloch and through the Baloch themselves / Ahmad Baloch

The discussion of transferring the capital of Iran from Tehran to the coasts of Makran in Balochistan, goes beyond a mere administrative and infrastructural decision, and will have profound cultural, social, and demographic consequences for Balochistan. This decision, made without the genuine participation of the indigenous people, will not only fail to lead to sustainable […]...

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Ignoring public opinion in issuing a power of attorney for “Saeed Mortazavi” / Mohammad Hadi Jafarpour

Referring to the decision of the Bar Association of Yazd regarding the issuance of a lawyer’s license for Saeed Mortazavi (former judge and government employee), and considering the reaction of the legal community and lawyers’ protest against the performance of the board of directors of the Bar Association of Yazd, this decision is subject to […]...

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Housing Crisis in Iran; Challenges of Tenants and an Uncertain Future / Dina Ghalibaf

The housing crisis in Iran has become one of the most complex and critical economic and social issues in the country. Every year, with the increase in inflation rates and market fluctuations, housing costs also significantly rise, making it more difficult for different segments of society, especially young people and renters, to access suitable shelter. […]...

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From Rominato Nian: Homeless Children in Unsafe Homes and the Failure of the Support System/ Golaleh Yousefi

The tragedy of Nian’s death, a seven-year-old girl from Boukan who lost her life under the torture of her father’s girlfriend and brother, once again exposed the deep wounds of vulnerable children in the face of domestic violence. This event is not an exception, but another link in the long chain of child abuse that […]...

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From Financial Gains to Security Policies: Filtering and the VPN Sales Mafia in Iran/ Seyed Mohammad Sohofi

Unofficial reports suggest that the financial turnover from VPN sales in Iran is remarkably high due to the widespread use of these tools and the lack of transparency in this market. With the sharp rise in demand for VPNs following the widespread filtering of social media platforms such as Instagram, WhatsApp, X (formerly Twitter), Telegram, […]...

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The Mafia of Filtering or VPNs: Which Side Does the Government Listen to in Its Fight Against a Free Internet?/ Amir Aghaei

Radical members of parliament, the spokesperson for the Pezeshkian administration, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, members of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace, Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi, and many other names—while differing significantly in their political approaches and perspectives on managing the internet in Iran, they all share one thing in common: beating the drum of the VPN mafia. […]...

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Stress and Psychological Impacts of Communication Restrictions on Users/ Alireza Goodarzi

To have a simple voice or video call with friends living outside Iran, I sometimes have to open and close several apps before one finally connects us for a few minutes. They can’t access domestic platforms, and we can’t use most international apps. I have to try multiple VPNs to find one that works. One […]...

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Why Insist on Maintaining Filtering?/ Majid Shia’ali

One of the main promises of the Pezeshkian administration was to lift the filtering of social media platforms. In recent months, reformists have tried to achieve a symbolic success for the unsupported Pezeshkian administration by lifting the ban on some social networks amidst the current crises. However, despite all these efforts, the administration’s achievements have […]...

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The Digital Economy in the Cage of Filtering/ Ahmad Alavi

According to the fourth report by the Tehran E-Commerce Association, Iran ranks 98th among 100 countries in terms of internet quality. In this ranking, Iran is third from the bottom, following Cuba and Turkmenistan. Furthermore, Iran and China are at the top of the list for the highest number of filtered domains. Social media filtering […]...

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Examining the Impact of Filtering on Iranian Families: Challenges, Consequences, and Solutions/ Mehdi Anbari

The digital space has become an inseparable part of the lives of Iranian children, teenagers, and families. However, it appears that filtering policies in Iran over the past decades have created challenges for families rather than supporting them. The internet is now a core pillar of daily life, particularly for children and teenagers. It provides […]...

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