Iranian parliament votes to further criminalize interviews with ‘hostile media’
Japan Times • 8/16/2026
Summary
The Iranian parliament has voted to further criminalize interviews with 'hostile media.' Under the new regulations, interviews with foreign media will require notification to the intelligence ministry.
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