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October 2017
Eight Killed in Vehicle Attack on Pedestrians and Cyclists in New York
A pickup truck attack in Manhattan, New York, resulted in the deaths of at least eight people and injuries to eleven others. The driver, a…
International Monetary Fund Reports Iran's Economic Growth at 12.5% for 2016
The IMF has revised Iran's economic growth for 2016 to 12.5%, citing significant increases in oil production and exports following the lifting of international sanctions.…
Qatar's Emir Warns Against Any Military Action Against His Country
The Emir of Qatar has warned against military action from four Arab countries, stating it would lead to regional chaos. Donald Trump has proposed a…
Barzani Steps Down from Presidency of Iraqi Kurdistan; Power Sharing to be Discussed in Parliament
Masoud Barzani is stepping down from the presidency of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq after November 1, following pressure from the central government and internal…
Tehran Among the Five Poorest Cities in Iran in Terms of Educational Space
Tehran's education director reports that 700 schools need demolition and rebuilding, with financial constraints hindering progress. The city is classified as one of the five…
James Mattis: The Threat of North Korean Nuclear Missile Attack is Increasing
U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis warned that the threat of a North Korean nuclear missile attack is increasing and that the U.S. will never…
Over Five Thousand Deaths Annually in Iran Due to Various Poisonings
An Iranian health official reported that nearly 5,500 deaths occur annually due to various poisonings, primarily from drug abuse and accidental ingestion, particularly among children.…
Saudi Crown Prince: I Will Restore Moderate Islam to the Country
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced plans to restore moderate Islam in Saudi Arabia and called for international support to transform the kingdom into…
Interior Minister: Street Children to be Directed for Skill Acquisition
The Iranian Interior Minister announced a plan to direct street children to educational institutions for skill acquisition, particularly those whose families cannot be identified. This…
2% Preparedness of Relevant Agencies in Tehran for Earthquake Response
Abdolreza Hashemzadeh, a Tehran assembly member, revealed that the city's agencies are only 2% prepared for a potential earthquake despite the presence of three high-risk…
Xi Jinping's Name and Ideology Added to China's Constitution
The 19th Congress of the Communist Party of China has officially added Xi Jinping's name and ideology to its charter, marking a significant consolidation of…
Tillerson: Space for Moderate Taliban Elements in Afghan Government is Available
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson stated that moderate Taliban elements can join the Afghan government if they renounce violence and commit to peace. He…
Philippines Announces End to Siege of Marawi City by ISIS Allies
The Philippines has declared the end of the siege of Marawi City by ISIS-aligned militants after five months of military operations. Defense Minister Delfin Lorenzana…
Estimates Indicate 'Significant Victory' for Abe Coalition in Japanese Parliamentary Elections
Shinzo Abe's ruling coalition is projected to achieve a significant victory in Japan's parliamentary elections, reinforcing his leadership and policies for the next three years.…
Meeting of the Coordination Council of Saudi Arabia and Iraq with the Presence of Tillerson
Rex Tillerson attended a meeting in Riyadh aimed at strengthening Saudi-Iraqi relations, with the presence of Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi and King Salman. The…
Catalonia's Parliament President Calls Spanish Government's Actions a 'Coup'
Catalonia's leaders reject the Spanish government's plan to dissolve their local government and impose direct rule, labeling it a coup. Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy insists…
A Century Ago in the Land of Lion and Sun
The article introduces Pierre Ponafidine's book 'Life in the Muslim East', published in 1911, which details his experiences as a Russian consul in Iran and…
Death of Senior Taliban Members Continues Amid Drone Strikes on Pakistan-Afghanistan Border
Recent U.S. drone strikes have killed several senior Taliban commanders, including members of the Haqqani Network, on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. This escalation in violence comes…
IRNA Reports Arrest of 'Two Perpetrators of Attack on Iranian Embassy' in London
Two individuals were arrested for attacking the Iranian embassy in London, where they wrote 'Restart' and threw stones. This incident follows a series of similar…
Research Findings: All Wi-Fi Networks Are Vulnerable to Hacking
A new study reveals that all Wi-Fi networks are vulnerable to hacking due to flaws in the WPA2 security system, as detailed by expert Matthijs…
Somalia Bombing Death Toll Exceeds 300
The death toll from two bombings in Mogadishu, Somalia, has surpassed 300, marking the deadliest attack by Al-Shabaab in over a decade. Many victims remain…
Iraqi Forces Capture Airbase and Industrial Areas from Kurdish Control near Kirkuk
Iraqi forces have captured key positions from Kurdish Peshmerga in southern Kirkuk, including an airbase and industrial areas. This escalation follows a referendum for Kurdish…
Iraqi Forces Begin Operations to Control Kirkuk Oil Fields
Iraqi forces have initiated operations to seize control of oil fields and an airbase in Kirkuk, currently held by Kurdish Peshmerga forces, amid rising tensions…
Death toll from a car bomb explosion in the capital of Somalia exceeds 230
A devastating car bomb explosion in Mogadishu has resulted in at least 231 deaths and over 300 injuries, marking one of the deadliest attacks in…
The 'Final' Battle of US-Supported Forces to Retake Raqqa is Underway
US-backed Syrian Kurdish forces are engaged in the final battle to reclaim Raqqa from ISIS, which has lost significant territory over the past year. The…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Iraq and Kurds to Avoid Conflict
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis urged Iraq and Kurdish forces to focus on defeating ISIS rather than engaging in conflict amid rising tensions around Kirkuk.…
Hamas Announces Political Reconciliation Agreement with Fatah Movement
Hamas announced a political reconciliation agreement with Fatah during talks in Egypt, with details to be revealed in a press conference. This agreement aims to…
North Korea: Trump's Words Ignite the Fire of War; Trump: North Korea Problem Must Be Solved
North Korea's Foreign Minister claims that Trump's rhetoric has escalated tensions, stating that they are prepared to respond with force. Trump insists that North Korea…
Spanish Prime Minister Threatens Possible Revocation of Catalonia's Autonomy Again
The Spanish Prime Minister has threatened to revoke Catalonia's autonomy if its leaders declare independence. This follows ongoing tensions between the Catalan government and Madrid,…
The Door of a Mosque in Tehran Set on Fire; 'Perpetrators Arrested'
A mosque door in Tehran was set on fire by youths influenced by social media, leading to arrests. The police deny any connection to Satanic…
Donald Trump Claims He Is Smarter Than Rex Tillerson
Donald Trump claimed in a recent interview that he is smarter than Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, suggesting an intelligence contest if Tillerson referred to…
Nobel Prize in Economics Awarded to American Researcher Richard Thaler
Richard Thaler, a behavioral economist, was awarded the 2017 Nobel Prize in Economics for his work on nudging people towards making better economic decisions. His…
Issuance of US Visas for Iranian Students from Turkey 'Has Been Halted'
The US has halted the issuance of student visas for Iranian students from Turkey due to security concerns following the arrest of a US consulate…
Russian Officials Announce Release of All Detainees from Saturday's Protests
Russian officials announced the release of all detainees from protests against President Putin, which coincided with his birthday. Thousands protested across multiple cities, with reports…
Trump Delays Transfer of US Embassy to Jerusalem for the Second Time
Donald Trump has delayed the transfer of the US embassy to Jerusalem for the second time, stating he wants to give the peace process a…
Spanish Prime Minister Does Not Rule Out Suspension of Catalonia's Autonomy
Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy indicated that he may suspend Catalonia's autonomy if independence movements continue. This comes amid heightened tensions following a controversial referendum…
Trump: Only One Thing Will Work Regarding North Korea
Donald Trump stated that negotiations with North Korea have been ineffective for 25 years and emphasized that only one thing will yield results. He criticized…
32 Trillion Toman Discrepancy in Tehran Municipality Debts
Tehran Municipality is facing a significant financial crisis with reported debts of 52 trillion tomans, while expenses have exceeded revenues by over 1 trillion tomans…
Saudi Arabia Protests UN Report on Killing of Yemeni Children
Saudi Arabia has protested a UN report accusing its coalition of killing Yemeni children, claiming the report is misleading. The coalition argues it operates under…
Turkey Announces Start of 'Serious Operation' in Idlib, Syria
Turkey has launched a significant military operation in Idlib, Syria, aimed at supporting rebel groups against the Assad regime, with backing expected from Russia. This…
Syrian Army Enters the City of Mayadeen
The Syrian army has reportedly entered Mayadeen, a key Islamic State stronghold, amid ongoing military operations supported by Russian airstrikes. This development follows significant casualties…
Two Representatives Request to Halt Cash Payments of Justice Shares Dividends
Two Iranian parliamentary representatives have requested President Rouhani to stop cash payments of Justice Shares dividends, arguing that it is a waste of national resources…
Hashemi Rafsanjani's Daughter: We Could Not Find My Father's Will
Fatemeh Hashemi, daughter of the late Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, claims that important documents and her father's second will have gone missing after his death, with…
Baby Selling in Tehran
Reports indicate that baby selling has become a normalized practice in the outskirts of Tehran, despite government claims of its illegality. Officials, including members of…
U.S. Secretary of State: I Have Never Considered Resigning
Rex Tillerson, U.S. Secretary of State, affirmed his loyalty to President Trump's policies and denied any thoughts of resignation amidst rising tensions and speculation about…
Investigations into the Las Vegas Shooting and the Motives of the Perpetrator Continue
Stephen Paddock, the Las Vegas shooter, transferred $100,000 abroad shortly before the attack and was found to have prepared extensively with firearms and surveillance equipment.…
Nobel Prize in Physics Awarded to 3 Scientists Residing in the U.S.
The Nobel Prize in Physics for 2017 was awarded to Rainer Weiss, Barry Barish, and Kip Thorne for their work on gravitational waves, enhancing our…
Putin's Call for 'Beneficial' Relations Between Russia and the U.S.
Vladimir Putin has called for improved bilateral relations with the U.S. during the credential presentation of new ambassador Jon Huntsman, amidst deteriorating ties due to…
White House: Now is not the time to negotiate with North Korea
The White House has ruled out negotiations with North Korea regarding its nuclear program, stating that discussions may only occur about American prisoners. This stance…
Rouhani Warns About Consequences of Changes in Regional Geographical Borders
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned against changes in regional borders during a meeting with Turkish military officials, emphasizing the need for cooperation against terrorism and…
Catalan Leaders: We Are Not Seeking a Bitter Separation from Madrid
Catalan leaders assert their right to independence following a controversial referendum, which the Spanish government deemed illegal. Despite police violence and injuries, Catalonia's government seeks…
Donald Trump Condemns Las Vegas Shooting as a 'Completely Evil Act'
Donald Trump condemned the Las Vegas shooting that resulted in at least 58 deaths and over 500 injuries, calling it a 'completely evil act.' He…
Participation of Iraqi Forces in Iranian Army Exercises
The Iranian Army's military exercise 'Haider Karar' commenced with the participation of Iraqi forces at the western borders of Iran. This exercise aims to reinforce…
Madrid Threatens to Suspend Catalonia's Regional Government Activities
Spain's central government threatens to suspend Catalonia's autonomy if it declares independence following a controversial referendum. Catalonia claims that 90% of voters supported independence despite…
Catalonia's Local Government Claims '90 Percent' Voted for Independence
Catalonia's local government claims that 90 percent of voters in an independence referendum called for separation from Spain, despite the Spanish government's declaration of the…
Soheil Arabi's Mother to Seek Justice at Parliament
Farangis Mazloom, the mother of imprisoned political dissident Soheil Arabi, plans to confront parliament officials regarding the lack of action on the Supreme Leader's pardon…
Palestinian Media: Hamas Transfers Control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority
Hamas is transferring control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority, marking a significant political shift after a decade of conflict. Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah and…