Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
January 2015
A Member of Parliament: Eight More Arrested in Connection with Teacher Assassinations in Sistan and Baluchestan
Eight additional arrests have been made in connection with the assassination of teachers in Sistan and Baluchestan, bringing the total to at least 20. The…
Hassan Nasrallah: Hezbollah Does Not Seek War with Israel
Hassan Nasrallah of Hezbollah declared that while the group does not seek war with Israel, it is prepared to retaliate against any further provocations. This…
The Deadly Disruption Phenomenon; A Black Hole That Caused a Star to Collapse
Astronomers have observed a deadly disruption phenomenon from a black hole that caused a star to collapse, initially misidentified as a supernova. This discovery, made…
Barack Obama: Meeting with Netanyahu Before Israeli Elections is 'Inappropriate'
President Obama rejected a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu before the upcoming Israeli elections, deeming it inappropriate. This decision reflects U.S. diplomatic policy and…
Israel to the UN: We Reserve the Right to Defend Ourselves Against Hezbollah
Israel has communicated to the UN that it will take necessary actions to defend itself against Hezbollah following an attack that killed two Israeli soldiers.…
Pentagon: The U.S. Has Established Contact with Houthis in Yemen
The U.S. has begun communicating with various factions in Yemen, including the Houthis, amid a fragile political situation following the resignation of Yemen's president. This…
Litvinenko, former Russian intelligence officer, likely 'was poisoned twice'
New evidence reveals that Alexander Litvinenko was poisoned twice with radioactive plutonium before his death in 2006, contradicting previous beliefs. This case continues to strain…
CIA's Head of Espionage Resigns
The head of the CIA's espionage division, Frank Archibald, has resigned as part of a significant restructuring within the U.S. intelligence community. This change reflects…
Perpetrators of Suicide Attacks Speak of Their Recruitment and Training
The Afghan Intelligence Agency has allowed media to interview individuals who were recruited for suicide attacks, revealing their motivations and training experiences. Young recruits like…
AFC Rejects Iran's Protest
The AFC has rejected Iran's protest regarding the eligibility of Iraqi player Ala Abdul Zahra, who is alleged to have a doping history. As a…
White House: Obama Will Not Meet Netanyahu During His Visit to the U.S.
The White House announced that President Obama will not meet with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu during his upcoming visit to the U.S. due to traditional…
Iranian Doctors Refuse to Carry Out Retribution Sentence for Acid Attack
Iranian doctors are refusing to perform a retribution surgery on Davood Roshanaei, a victim of an acid attack, due to ethical concerns. The judicial system…
UN Warning: 11 Million Increase in Unemployed Individuals in the Next Five Years
The UN warns of a projected increase of 11 million unemployed individuals globally over the next five years due to economic slowdown and fluctuations. The…
Congressional Republicans Defend the Need for Intensified Sanctions Against Iran
Republican Senators Marco Rubio and Lindsey Graham are advocating for stronger sanctions against Iran, arguing that current sanctions are crucial for negotiations. President Obama has…
The Suspension of the Newspaper 'Mardom-e Emruz' Due to 'Publication of an Article' About Charlie Hebdo
The Iranian newspaper Mardom-e Emruz was suspended for publishing an article related to Charlie Hebdo, which sparked criticism from parliament members. The incident highlights the…
Attack on Abdullah Momeni with a Machete
Abdullah Momeni, a former student activist and spokesperson for the Graduates Organization of Iran, was attacked by two assailants with a machete outside his home.…
2014, the Hottest Year on Earth
The article reports that 2014 was the hottest year on record, surpassing previous highs and indicating significant climate change driven by human activities. Key scientists…
Pope Francis: One Cannot Insult the Beliefs of Others
Pope Francis emphasized the importance of respecting others' beliefs and stated that freedom of expression has its limits, particularly in light of the recent Paris…
Some Refugees in Papua New Guinea Sew Their Lips Shut
Refugees in Papua New Guinea are protesting their dire conditions by sewing their lips shut and going on hunger strikes, with reports of self-harm and…
Deployment of an Iranian Artillery Group in the West to Counter ISIS
The Iranian army has deployed the 33rd artillery group to Kurdistan to counter ISIS threats following their proximity to the Iranian border. This move reflects…
Al-Qaeda in Yemen: We Carried Out the Attack on Charlie Hebdo on Al-Zawahiri's Orders
Al-Qaeda in Yemen has claimed responsibility for the Charlie Hebdo attack, stating it was ordered by Ayman al-Zawahiri as an act of revenge for perceived…
Afkham: We Condemn the Publication of the Prophet's Cartoon in French Weekly
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson condemned the publication of a cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad in 'Charlie Hebdo,' calling it offensive and a misuse of freedom…
Complaint from Six Thousand Iranian Teachers: Teachers Live Below the Poverty Line
Six thousand Iranian teachers have submitted a petition to the Parliament expressing dissatisfaction with their economic conditions, stating they live below the poverty line and…
Ghalibaf's Population Statistics for Future Tehran Are Very Strange
Tehran's mayor, Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, predicts the city's population will reach 22 million by 2021, prompting concerns from demographers about the accuracy of this figure.…
Egypt's Supreme Court Acquits Hosni Mubarak of Corruption Charges
Egypt's Supreme Court acquitted former President Hosni Mubarak of corruption charges, ordering a retrial while leaving his custody status unclear. This ruling has sparked mixed…
Discovery of a 7,000-Year-Old Skeleton in Excavation on Molavi Street, Tehran
An archaeological excavation in Tehran has uncovered a 7,000-year-old skeleton, significantly extending the timeline of human settlement in the area. This discovery challenges previous assumptions…
Obama: Palestinian accession to the International Criminal Court is not constructive
Barack Obama communicated to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu that the Palestinian Authority's bid to join the International Criminal Court is not constructive and undermines trust…
10,000 Soldiers to be Deployed in Public Places in France
France is deploying 10,000 soldiers and 5,000 police to enhance security for public places and religious sites after recent terrorist attacks. This move comes in…
Rouhani: Iran Seeks Closer Cooperation with the European Union
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani expressed a desire for closer ties with the EU during a meeting with Cyprus's Foreign Minister. This cooperation aims to combat…
Ayatollah Khamenei: Strictness Towards 'Infidels' Instead of Condemning Terrorism
Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized the importance of unity among Muslims while denying religious pluralism and advocating strictness towards non-believers. He made no mention of the recent…
Hezbollah Leader: Takfiris Insult the Prophet More Than Cartoons
Hassan Nasrallah criticized takfiri groups for insulting the Prophet Muhammad through violent actions, claiming these insults surpass those of cartoonists. He called for unity among…
Obama: America Stands with France Today and Tomorrow
Barack Obama expressed strong support for France following deadly Islamist attacks, emphasizing the U.S. commitment to its oldest ally. The attacks resulted in significant casualties…
Senior Israeli Military Officials' Opposition to Attacking Iran's Nuclear Sites
Ehud Barak revealed that senior Israeli military officials have consistently opposed military action against Iran's nuclear sites due to fears of severe consequences, including potential…
Ahmadi-Moghaddam: ISIS Recently Advanced to 40 Kilometers from Iran's Border
Ismail Ahmadi-Moghaddam, the chief of Iran's police, reported that ISIS had recently advanced to 40 kilometers from Iran's border but is now pushed back. Despite…
American Woman Rejects $975 Million Check from Ex-Husband
Su Ann Arnall rejected a $975 million check from her ex-husband Harold Hamm, believing her rightful share of his fortune is much larger. The couple's…
French Police Announce Identification of Attackers in Paris
French police have identified two brothers and a homeless man as the attackers behind the deadly assault on Charlie Hebdo, which left 12 dead and…
Discovery of Earth-like Planets Outside the Solar System
NASA has discovered three or four Earth-like planets outside the solar system, located in the Goldilocks Zone, which could potentially support liquid water. However, these…
Rouhani's Call to Condemn Hostile Shia and Sunni Channels
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has called for a unified condemnation of television channels that incite division between Shia and Sunni Muslims. His remarks follow the…
Concerns Over Negative Impact of Population Growth Plan on HIV Transmission in Iran
The head of Iran's AIDS department has raised concerns about the potential increase in HIV transmission due to the government's population growth plan and reduced…
Who is 'Bikare' and What is 'Bikaregi'?
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Cooperatives reports that over seven million Iranians are classified as 'bikare', meaning they are neither employed nor seeking work. Sociologist…
Hassan Mansour: One Cannot Fight Monopoly with Speeches
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the need to eliminate monopolies in the economy during a recent speech, suggesting that subsidies should be redirected from political…
The Average Age of Marriage for Men in Iran Has Reached 28 Years
The average age of marriage in Iran has increased to 28 for men and 24 for women, with fertility rates dropping below replacement levels. This…