Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
January 2024
Jamshid Jam, Singer of the Anthem 'My Schoolmate' Passes Away
Jamshid Jam, a prominent Iranian singer known for the revolutionary anthem 'My Schoolmate', has died after a period of heart illness. His contributions to Iranian…
Filicide in Tabriz; Killer: I killed my son because he was rejected by social services for his feminine appearance
A father in Tabriz killed his 17-year-old son due to his feminine appearance, claiming social services rejected him. This incident highlights systemic issues of violence…
Continuation of Kim Jong Un's Missile Launches; North Korea Tests New Submarine-Launched Cruise Missiles
North Korea conducted a second test of its new submarine-launched cruise missiles, supervised by Kim Jong Un, indicating a rapid enhancement of its naval nuclear…
Consequences of the Release of Fake and Unethical Images of Taylor Swift; 'X' Blocks Searches for the Singer's Name
Fake and unethical images of Taylor Swift prompted the platform 'X' to block searches for her name. The White House expressed concern over the issue…
North Korea Launches Missiles Again; Pyongyang: We Must Be Fully Prepared for a Deadly War
North Korea launched several cruise missiles, marking its second missile test in less than a week, amid escalating tensions with the U.S. and South Korea.…
Reactions to Nitrogen Gas Execution in Alabama, USA; White House: 'Extremely Disturbing'
The first execution using nitrogen gas in Alabama has drawn widespread condemnation from human rights advocates, including the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. The…
79th Anniversary of Auschwitz Liberation; Survivors of Nazi Death Camps Honor Holocaust Victims
On the 79th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation, survivors and leaders from various countries commemorated Holocaust victims. Events included speeches from German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and…
Continued Protests by French Farmers; Cancellation of Diesel Subsidy Cuts Insufficient
French farmers continue to protest despite the government's cancellation of diesel subsidy cuts, blocking major highways and demanding further action. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has…
Taylor Swift, the Latest Victim of AI Fabrications; White House Calls for Effective Action
Taylor Swift has become a victim of fake images created by artificial intelligence, prompting the White House to express concern and call for stricter enforcement…
Exclusive: Countdown Begins for Simulated Mars Mission; An Iranian Scientist is Part of the Team
NASA is set to begin a simulated Mars mission on January 26, involving a team that includes Iranian scientist Kamak Abadi. The mission aims to…
High-Level Negotiations Between the U.S. and Iraq; Pentagon Focuses on Advancing 'Sustainable Security Partnership'
The U.S. and Iraq are set to begin high-level negotiations aimed at establishing a sustainable security partnership, focusing on regional security and Iraq's sovereignty. This…
Moscow: Ukraine was warned 15 minutes before the plane crash; Kyiv calls for international investigations
A Russian military transport plane carrying Ukrainian prisoners was shot down, resulting in the deaths of all 74 on board. Ukraine has called for an…
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: I am concerned about the sharp increase in executions in Iran
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed grave concern over the rising number of executions in Iran, particularly the recent executions of Mohammad Qabadi…
Second Day of Strike by Workers of National Steel Group in Ahvaz
Workers at the National Industrial Steel Group in Ahvaz are on strike for the second day, demanding the implementation of a job classification plan that…
Iran's Tourism in 2023, 37% Lower than Pre-COVID Levels
Iran's tourism sector has seen a 37% decline in 2023 compared to pre-pandemic levels, with the highest tourist arrivals recorded in September and the lowest…
Housing Crisis in Canada; Trudeau Government Limits Foreign Student Visas to Two Years
The Canadian government has announced a limit on foreign student visas to two years and halted work permits for some master's students to address a…
U.S. and U.K. Consultations; Biden and Sunak Discuss Middle East and Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden and U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak discussed the crises in the Red Sea, Gaza, and Ukraine. They emphasized the importance of…
Issuance of Execution Order for Protester; Supreme Court of the Islamic Republic: Mohammad Qabdou will be Executed on Tuesday
The Supreme Court of Iran has issued an execution order for Mohammad Qabdou, a protester sentenced to death for allegedly killing a police officer during…
Netanyahu Reiterates Commitment to Continue War Until Total Destruction of Hamas; We Will Fight with Full Force
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to continue military operations against Hamas until its complete destruction, opposing the establishment of a Palestinian state…
Zelensky Urges Ukrainians to Take Initiative on War Path Against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on his citizens to take the initiative in the ongoing war against Russia and seek global support. This comes as…
Reports on Setting a 'Sales Ceiling' for Bread; Government Has 'Turned Customers Against Bakers'
Reports indicate that the Iranian government has imposed restrictions on bread sales, limiting bakers and causing public discontent. Bakers are facing heavy fines for non-compliance,…
Alexei Navalny: Putin's Government Will Eventually Collapse
Alexei Navalny predicts that Vladimir Putin's government will eventually collapse, criticizing the ruling elites as corrupt and deceitful. Currently imprisoned, Navalny emphasizes the importance of…
Continued Controversies Related to Store Theft; Golriz Ghahraman, Iranian-Origin MP in New Zealand Resigns
Golriz Ghahraman, an Iranian-origin MP in New Zealand, resigned after being implicated in theft from clothing stores. She cited stress and personal trauma as reasons…
Fact-Checking | Are Afghan Women Being Arrested for 'Improper Hijab'?
UNAMA reports that Taliban officials are arresting women for not adhering to hijab laws, leading to allegations of mistreatment and creating a climate of fear.…
Budget Dispute for 2024; Reaction of the Budget and Planning Organization to the Joint Commission's Resolutions: Resolutions Have Financial Burden and Are Not Final
The Iranian Parliament and government are in a dispute over the 2024 budget, with the Budget and Planning Organization rejecting recent resolutions from the Joint…
CENTCOM: Iranian-backed Houthis launched a missile attack on a US-owned ship
Iranian-backed Houthi militants launched a missile attack on a US-owned container ship, which was intercepted without significant damage. This incident follows recent US and British…
An Economist: Decile Classification is a 'New Shop' for the Ministry of Welfare
An economist criticized Iran's economic policies, particularly the decile classification for subsidy recipients, labeling it ineffective and likening it to Venezuela's failed strategies. The Ministry…
The 100th Day of War in Gaza; Unrest in the Region, Hostages in Limbo
The article discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza, now in its 100th day, focusing on the plight of hostages held by Hamas, including six Americans.…
Release of Images of Three Hamas Hostages Coincides with Disheartening Statements from Hamas Spokesman about Remaining Hostages
Hamas released images of three hostages amid claims from its spokesman that many hostages may have been killed. Israeli officials condemned the move as psychological…
The Removal of Subsidy Recipients Has Begun; Ministry of 'Welfare' Announced Changes in Income Classification
The Iranian Ministry of Welfare has announced the removal of 60,000 households from the subsidy list as part of a budget law update, indicating a…
Experts: The Mummies from Peru Are Not 'Extraterrestrial'
Experts have concluded that two mummies found in Peru, previously claimed to be extraterrestrial, are actually human-like dolls made from animal bones. This revelation comes…
The Share of Food in Household Expenses; 65% of Workers' Salaries
A report reveals that Iranian workers are spending 65% of their salaries on food, leaving little for other necessities. Despite the rising cost of living…
Joe Biden Supports Lloyd Austin; He Still Trusts the Pentagon Chief
President Joe Biden expressed trust in Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin despite concerns over his secrecy regarding his health. Austin is currently hospitalized following surgery…
NASA Selects Research Mission Team for Simulated Mars Journey; An Iranian in the Four-Member Team
NASA has selected a team for a simulated Mars mission, which includes Iranian scientist Kamak Abadi. The mission aims to study the effects of isolation…
Scientists Solve Genetic Mystery of 'MS' Disease
A study has revealed that genetic variants increasing the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS) were once protective against animal-borne infections. This research, based on ancient…
Warning from the Iranian Psychiatric Association to Raisi: Collapse of the Health System Due to Resident Suicide Crisis
The Iranian Psychiatric Association has alerted President Raisi about the alarming suicide rates among medical residents, attributing it to socio-economic pressures and calling for immediate…
European Official: Legal Immigration to the EU Must Increase
The EU Commissioner for Internal Affairs has called for a significant increase in legal immigration to address workforce shortages due to aging demographics. This comes…
Crisis of Academic Decline in Iran and 'Red Status' of Student Averages; Minister of Education: Prayer is the Most Important Element
Iran's Minister of Education has acknowledged a crisis in student academic performance, with a significant drop in GPAs and nearly a million students dropping out…
Hospitals Will Be Devoid of 'Emergency Medicine' in Coming Years
The Iranian Emergency Medicine Association warns that hospitals may soon lack specialists in emergency medicine and other fields due to unfavorable working conditions and a…
French Foreign Minister: Gaza is Palestinian Territory and Its Future Does Not Depend on Israel
French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna asserted that Gaza is Palestinian territory and criticized Israeli ministers' calls for resettlement of Gazans. The U.S. also condemned these…
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: Israeli Ministers' Statements on 'Forced Relocation' of Gaza Residents are Worrying
UN High Commissioner Volker Turk condemned Israeli ministers' calls for the forced relocation of Gaza residents, emphasizing their right to return home. The U.S. also…
US Reaction to ISIS Claiming Responsibility for Kerman Explosions: Our Assessment is the Same
The US State Department confirmed that ISIS claimed responsibility for the deadly Kerman explosions, labeling it a terrorist attack. Matthew Miller emphasized that the US…
Accident at Tokyo Airport, All Passengers of Japanese Passenger Plane Rescued
A Japan Airlines plane collided with a coast guard aircraft at Tokyo's Haneda Airport during landing, resulting in a fire. All 379 passengers and crew…
Media Narratives on Another Aspect of Poverty's Consequences; Over 7,000 Waste Pickers Operate in the Capital
A report reveals that over 7,000 waste pickers in Tehran generate an annual turnover of $3.5 billion, highlighting the economic implications of waste management and…
Decrease in Illegal Migrant Crossings through the English Channel in 2023; Iranians Second
In 2023, illegal crossings of the English Channel by asylum seekers decreased significantly, with Iranians being the second-largest group. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is focused…
Cultural Organizations' Reaction to the 1403 Budget Bill: Increased Pressure on Teachers and Retirees
Three cultural organizations in Iran criticized the 1403 budget bill for increasing pressure on teachers and retirees, highlighting the lack of funding for salary equalization…