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Rouhani and Reformists, a Faltering Alliance?

07 July 2018

The link between Rouhani and the Reformist camp appears weaker than ever.

Iran’s Reformists Are Rethinking the Benefits of Coalition with Moderates

26 September 2017

For the Reformist camp, coalitions have become synonymous with having to suffer betrayal from partners. Khabar Online has consulted some influential Reformist figures in search of a solution.

Has the Honeymoon between Reformists and Moderate Principlists Come to an End?

28 May 2017

Election of the new board of directors in the parliament has turned into a tug-of-war between Reformists and Principlists led by Larijani.

Will Iran’s Reformists Become the Victim of Their Own Success?

25 May 2017

After more than a decade, Iranian Reformists have once again gained the upper hand in elective bodies. But this only adds to their responsibility.

Have Reformists Taken Yet Another Big Step toward National Reconciliation?

12 February 2017

Are the Reformists ready to openly back down and apologize for post-election protests in 2009?

Is the Time Ripe for a Reformist Comeback?

09 February 2017

What was later revealed to be a misquote from Second Deputy Parliament Speaker, outspoken Ali Motahari has prompted speculations regarding the six-year house arrest of former officials who protested the disputed reelection of Mahmoud Ahmadinejad in 2009.

Back to the Days of Yore?: Iranian Reformists trying to mend fences with the establishment

06 February 2017

Put together, death of Hashemi Rafsanjani and the presidency of Donald Trump may turn into a blessing in disguise. Now rises a possibility of a national reconciliation after almost eight years, or at least that is what the Reformists believe.

Hashemi Rafsanjani’s Successors and the Reformists’ Test

03 February 2017

Positions Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani had occupied for about three decades are being given away to his allies, but that has nothing to do with the pro-Reform camp.

Hashemi Rafsanjani: A voice for diversity in the Islamic Republic of Iran

01 February 2017

By Seyed Mohammad Ali Taghavi

Moderates and Reformists in Post-Rafsanjani Iran: Rouhani as a true heir?

11 January 2017

The abrupt death of heavyweight Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani is seen by many as a severe blow to the Rouhani administration and in a larger scale the whole moderate-reformist alliance. But is the president able to change the dynamics?

Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani: Decline, demise, and doubts over his legacy

11 January 2017

Hashemi never shunned exposure to public vote, and that may have triggered his political decline.

Reformists Hope to Repeat Parliamentary Win in City Councils’ Election

18 December 2016

Confident about Hassan Rouhani’s reelection, Iranian Reformists are focusing on City Council elections.

Less Than Six Months Before Iran’s Presidential Election, a Deafening Silence Prevails

10 December 2016

Principlists seem to have problems finding the suitable candidate, while Reformists are thinking if they should continue supporting the incumbent president Hassan Rouhani.

Principlists and Reformists at Loggerheads Again; This Time over Cancellation of a Speech

23 November 2016

Judiciary stopped Deputy Majlis Speaker Ali Motahhari of speaking in Mashhad. Two other powers have reacted to this.

Will Principlists Trust Rouhani Once Again?

31 July 2016

Iranian media have already started speculations about the presidential race slated in nine months, with president Rouhani at the center. Principlist observer Nasser Imani believes Rouhani has little chance of winning support among the Principlists.

Redefining Reformism: An imperative for administrative improvements

13 July 2016

In an article published on Khabar Online, Reformist activist and economy expert Mohammad Fazeli urges fellow Reformists to seize a landmark opportunity for transparency.

Iran’s Ninth Parliament Convenes for the Last Time

24 May 2016

Reform-Moderate Coalition Wins Majlis Majority

30 April 2016

A reform-moderate coalition that supports Rouhani administration has taken a long second step in their three-year fraternity as they secure the majority of the parliament seats.

Nuclear Animation Raises Controversy

17 April 2016

Animated movie that narrates the story of nuclear negotiations in a skeptical tone has irritated Reformist and pro-government media.

Reformists Have Won, We Just Don’t Know about the Principlists Yet

27 February 2016

When it comes to elections in Iran, sometimes it is good to see no further than the end of your nose, instead of endeavoring in vain to forecast results. What is evident now is a victory, achieved through ‘heroic flexibility’, for the Reformists. So who cares for the rest?

Why Lifting Sanctions Is Important for Rouhani’s government