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The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) is deploying 8,200 rescue workers to support pilgrims during the Arbaeen pilgrimage in Iraq, which commemorates Imam Hussein’s martyrdom on August 14. Currently, 7,000 IRCS personnel are stationed along the Najaf-Karbala route, providing medical services through four hospitals and increased voluntary stations. The IRCS has also launched a mobile app for free health consultations. The 5th International Congress on “Health in Arbaeen” in Tehran focused on healthcare for pilgrims, addressing potential diseases. Iraqi officials praised the IRCS’s contributions, emphasizing collaboration to ensure the health and safety of millions participating in the pilgrimage.
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Iran has been elected Vice-Chair for the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15) to the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, taking place from July 23-31 in Zimbabwe under the theme “Protecting Wetlands for our Common Future.” COP15 aims to adopt a strategic plan for 2025-2034. Three Iranian cities—Babol, Kiashahr, and Gandoman—received wetland city accreditation certificates for their commitment to conservation. The Ramsar Convention, active since 1975, now includes 173 members, promoting the wise use of wetlands. Recognizing urban wetlands is essential for enhancing public awareness and sustainable management, offering economic and environmental benefits.
Former Chabahar MP Moein-od-Din Saeedi has exposed extensive land confiscations in southern Sistan and Baluchistan, where nearly 95% of ancestral lands have been declared “national property” and seized by the Iranian regime without documentation. This systematic dispossession threatens the cultural identity and territorial rights of the Baluch people. Saeedi highlighted that over 4,000 land cases have been manipulated by the Article 56 Commission, erasing historical ownership claims. Additionally, the regime’s “Youthful Population Law” has led to local job discrimination, further marginalizing communities. Critics argue these measures aim to eradicate Baluch communities and their economic presence, necessitating urgent action from local and international entities.
Iran has experienced a significant increase in seismic activity, recording 158 earthquakes between August 30 and September 5, 2023. Among these, the most notable was a 4.6 magnitude quake in Kerman province. The data from the University of Tehran indicates 138 minor quakes under magnitude 3 and 18 between magnitudes 3 and 4. Yazd province reported the highest activity with 18 quakes. In the past year, Iran recorded 6,272 earthquakes, with 150 exceeding magnitude 4. This highlights the need for improved earthquake preparedness, as Iran is located in a highly seismically active region, accounting for a significant portion of global earthquake casualties.
At the 11th Nevsky International Ecological Congress, Shina Ansari, head of Iran’s Department of Environment, stressed the necessity of global cooperation for sustainable development. Speaking at a panel on BRICS and sustainability, she warned that individual national efforts could undermine the credibility of sustainability goals. Ansari proposed a strategic program to guide collective sustainability initiatives, emphasizing the need for infrastructure, education, and public awareness. Iran has committed to sustainable development through various initiatives, including promoting Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and adhering to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. The Congress aimed to address pressing environmental issues and foster international collaboration.