The Latest from Iran (3 March): Disconnects
Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 9:56
2340 GMT: Khamenei Watch. The Supreme Leader spent six hours at the Ministry of Intelligence today. He praised the work of the staff and called for long-term plans with comprehensive strategic initiatives.
2330 GMT: Political Prisoner Watch. Back from a break for the Cambridge University debate to catch up with the evening's news....
Ministry of Intelligence forces have again raided the empty home of prominent reformist Mostafa Tajzadeh and his wife Fakhrosaadat Mohtashamipour.
Tajzadeh, a former Deputy Minister of Interior, was seized the day after the June 2009 Presidential election. He has refused to withdraw the allegation that the vote was manipulated, ensuring his continued imprisonment.
Mohtashamipour was detained during Tuesday's demonstrations.