In the end, it is an important and crucial election result for the people of Iran to use the power of democracy to affect their country’s role in the world, one which is seen right now by outside powers as mainly negative
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Calls to Release Iranian Dissidents Spike Following Vote
Pressure on authorities to release Iranian dissidents is growing after backlash against hardliners
Iran Reformists Victory Doesn’t Include Democracy Supporters
This lot of Iran reformists are those who the regime picked and not necessarily a pro-reform group
Increasing Access For Women in Iranian Politics
Reformist government shows some success in securing a place for women in Iranian politics
How Iran’s Parliamentary Candidates Are Really Chosen
Approval process for Iran’s Parliamentary candidates is based on much more than popular support
Overlooking Oman’s Human Rights Record
If the United States is serious about being the standard bearer in protection of human rights, it should take a fair look at all countries and not allow for countries who are helping our policy objectives to get away with violations
Illegal Fishing in Somali Waters Needs International Solution
Somalia is rich in marine life fisheries that have attracted many illegal fishing operations. This increasingly widespread practice has the disastrous effect of depleting the poor nation’s food supply.
Iranian Political Cartoonist Arrested in Crackdown
Widening arrest campaign against free media snags Iranian political cartoonist behind Paris image
Guardian Council Approves Iranian Nuclear Deal
There must be a rigorous enforcement making sure that Iran does not cheat and continue forward on its enrichment program that many countries view as being hostile to peace in the Middle East and throughout the world.
Iran Convicts Journalist in Blatantly Politicized Case
Designed to gain leverage over US, Iran convicts journalist Jason Rezaian from the Washington Post