Voice of America
صدای آمریکا
Media outlet
📰 Recent Mentions
View Timeline →Iraq's Border Closure with Iran Triggers Protests Among Traders
Iraq has closed a border crossing with Iran, leading to protests among Iranian traders and citizens affected by the closure. The situation involves both Iranian…
Iran Increases Mobile Internet Tariffs by 40%
Mobile internet tariffs in Iran have increased by 40%, impacting users across the country. This change affects millions of Iranians who rely on mobile internet…
Iran Supreme Court Reinstates Death Sentence for Political Prisoner After Previous Reprieve
The Supreme Court of Iran has upheld the death sentence for a political prisoner, reversing a previous reprieve granted months earlier. This decision highlights the…
Iran Intensifies Pressure on Kurdish Opposition Groups in Iraq
Iran has intensified its efforts against Kurdish opposition groups operating in Iraq, reflecting its ongoing concerns about regional stability and security. The Iranian government is…
Iraq's Cabinet Completion: Implications for Iranian Influence and Militia Control
Iraq's recent completion of its cabinet has raised concerns regarding the influence of Iran in the region, while also providing the Iraqi Prime Minister an…
Iran Intensifies Security Crackdown on Currency Market Amid Economic Turmoil
Iran has intensified its security measures against the currency market as part of efforts to stabilize the economy amid rising inflation and currency devaluation. The…
OpenAI Accuses Iranian Regime of Using ChatGPT for Disinformation
OpenAI has reported that the Iranian regime utilized ChatGPT to generate fake articles. This involvement raises concerns about the use of AI in disinformation campaigns.…
Iran's Mass Deportation of 492,000 Afghans in 2026 Raises Humanitarian Concerns
In 2026, Iran deported 492,000 Afghan nationals as part of its immigration enforcement measures. This significant action involves the Iranian government and Afghan migrants, highlighting…
Iran Escalates Military Attacks on Kurdish Groups in Iraq's Kurdistan
Iran and its allied militias have intensified their attacks on Iraq's Kurdistan region, targeting Kurdish groups they accuse of harboring dissidents. This escalation involves Iranian…
Secretary Bessent Comments on Resignation of Iran's Oil Minister
Iran's oil minister has resigned, prompting comments from Secretary Bessent regarding the implications for the country's oil sector and economy. This development highlights ongoing challenges…
The Shine of Starlink Amid 140-Hour Internet Blackout in Iran; President Trump's Hopeful Message 'Help is on the Way'
Iran has experienced a 140-hour internet blackout amid widespread protests against the government, with only limited Starlink connections remaining active. President Trump has issued strong…
Hengaw: Expansion of Revolutionary Uprising to All 31 Provinces; Confirmation of Over 500 Deaths
The Iranian protests have escalated, resulting in at least 538 confirmed deaths, including both protesters and security forces. The protests have spread to all 31…
Seizure of an Oil Tanker in the Strait of Hormuz by the IRGC Under the Pretext of Fighting Fuel Smuggling
The IRGC has seized an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, claiming it was carrying smuggled fuel, and arrested 16 foreign crew members. This…
Exclusive | The 11-Month Uncertainty of Emanollah Jalalinezad in Shiban Prison, Ahvaz
Emanollah Jalalinezad, a teacher from Zahedan, has been imprisoned in Shiban Prison, Ahvaz, for 11 months without clarity on his charges, which include serious accusations…
Exclusive: Death of a Prisoner Due to Denial of Medical Treatment in Qazalhessar
Saeed Zadeh-Raieit, a prisoner suffering from advanced throat cancer, died after being denied timely medical treatment at Qazalhessar prison due to budget constraints. His case…
Citizens' Accounts of Water and Electricity Rationing: 'Real Hell' is Coming
Iran is facing a severe water and electricity crisis due to unprecedented reductions in dam reserves, leading to concerns about rationing. Experts attribute the crisis…
German Foreign Ministry: We are following the status of our detained citizen in Iran
The German Foreign Ministry is actively monitoring the detention of a German citizen in Iran and plans to discuss the issue with Iranian officials. This…
The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' Campaign Holds the Government Responsible for the 'Suspicious Killing' of a Deceased Student
The 'No to Execution Tuesdays' campaign announced that at least 62 executions occurred in February, condemning the government's actions and expressing solidarity with a deceased…
Claim from a Source Amidst Officials' Silence: Swiss National Arrested for Soil Sampling in the Desert
A Swiss citizen was reportedly arrested in Iran for soil sampling during a period of heightened tensions with Israel and subsequently died in Semnan prison,…
Trump Refuses to Discuss Preemptive Strike on Iran's Nuclear Facilities: Military Strategy
Donald Trump, during a press conference, avoided confirming or denying the possibility of a preemptive strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, citing military strategy. His administration…