Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
October 2024
The Last Halloween Celebration of the Biden Family at the White House
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden hosted their final Halloween celebration at the White House, featuring educational activities and treats for children. Jill…
Radio Free Europe Calls for Release of Its Journalist from Azerbaijani Prison
Radio Free Europe has called for the release of journalist Farid Mehralizadeh, who has been detained in Azerbaijan for five months on various charges, which…
The US and South Korea Demand the Withdrawal of North Korean Forces from Russia
The US and South Korea have urged North Korea to withdraw its military forces from Russia, where approximately 10,000 troops are reportedly stationed. This request…
200% Increase in Military Spending in the Islamic Republic's 'Borrowed Budget'
The Iranian government announced a 200% increase in military spending for the next budget year, citing the need to strengthen defense capabilities. Critics argue that…
Crisis at the Washington Post Editorial Board After Failure to Support Kamala Harris
The Washington Post has decided not to endorse any candidates for the upcoming U.S. presidential election, leading to internal turmoil and public backlash. Jeff Bezos,…
Prison Officials Deny Nasrin Javadi's Leave Despite Her Child's Critical Condition
Nasrin Javadi, a jailed labor activist, has been denied leave to care for her critically ill son despite legal provisions allowing for such leave. Her…
Food Insecurity and Child Malnutrition in Sistan and Baluchestan is Twice the National Average
Food insecurity and malnutrition rates in Sistan and Baluchestan are reported to be double the national average, particularly affecting children under five. The situation is…
Georgian President Calls for Street Protests Against Parliamentary Election Results
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has rejected the results of the recent parliamentary elections, claiming they are influenced by Russian operations, and has called for public…
Increased Security Pressures on Armita Garavand's Family on the Anniversary of Her Death
On the first anniversary of Armita Garavand's death, Iranian security forces have intensified pressure on her family, prohibiting them from social media activities and monitoring…
Daya Sharifeh: We Stand Against Executions, This 'State-Sponsored Murder'
Daya Sharifeh Zarini, mother of executed political prisoner Ramin Hossein Panahi, speaks out against state executions and supports the hunger strike of fellow activist Vrisheh…
Interview with Mojdeh Shamsaie; Reviving the Ideal Woman of Beyzaei Without Regret or Sorrow
Mojdeh Shamsaie discusses her experience performing in Bahram Beyzaei's plays in the U.S., highlighting the freedom she feels compared to her previous work in Iran.…
Severe Decline in the Value of the Rial Against the Afghan Currency
The value of Iran's rial has sharply declined against the Afghan currency, with one Afghan now worth over 1,000 tomans. Experts attribute this decline to…
The House Arrest of Mir Hossein Mousavi and Zahra Rahnavard Reaches 5000 Days
Narges Mousavi announced on Instagram that her parents, Mir Hossein Mousavi and Zahra Rahnavard, have been under house arrest for 5000 days, criticizing the conditions…
Head of Iran Affairs at European Parliament: The Islamic Republic Exports Terror and Repression
Hanna Neumann, head of Iran Affairs at the European Parliament, condemned the Iranian regime for exporting terror and repression, threatening refugees in Europe, and collaborating…
Auction of a Rare Copy of 'The Little Prince' with Handwritten Edits by Saint-Exupéry
A rare typed copy of 'The Little Prince' with handwritten edits by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry will be auctioned for $1.25 million. This unique version includes…
A Union Official: The Rise in Dollar Rates is a Factor in the Increased Prices of Foodstuffs
The head of Tehran's Supermarket Union has attributed the recent surge in food prices to the rising dollar rate and its effects on production costs.…
The U.S. Confirms: North Korea Has Sent at Least 3,000 Military Personnel to Russia
The U.S. has confirmed that North Korea has sent at least 3,000 military personnel to Russia to assist in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This…
Shadow of War and Recession Over Iran's Economy; Gold and Currency Prices Hit Record Highs
Iran's economy is facing severe challenges as the US dollar price hits a record high of 68,000 tomans amid ongoing political tensions with Israel and…
Evacuation of Birmingham Airport in Britain Following Bomb Threat Alert
Birmingham International Airport was evacuated and all flights canceled due to a bomb threat involving a suspicious vehicle. The police confirmed the vehicle was safe…
Prince Reza Pahlavi: The War in the Region is Not the War of the Iranian People, It is a Dictator's War, Meaning Ali Khamenei
Prince Reza Pahlavi addressed the Richard Nixon Foundation, asserting that the ongoing regional conflict is not representative of the Iranian people's struggle but rather a…
UN: Ukraine's Population Decreased by 8 Million Since Russian Invasion
The UN reports a significant decline in Ukraine's population, dropping by 8 million since the Russian invasion due to migration and low birth rates. This…
Warning from the Iranian Psychological Society Regarding Mental Health Disorders Due to Recent Events
The Iranian Psychological Society warns that over a third of the population suffers from mental health issues due to social unrest, economic hardship, and the…
Russia Attacks Kyiv with Drone Waves for the Second Consecutive Night
Russia has conducted drone attacks on Kyiv for the second consecutive night, causing damage to buildings and injuring at least one civilian. Ukrainian officials report…
More Iranian Men Are Leaving Their Families Due to Economic Problems
The head of the Iranian Social Workers Association reports an increase in men leaving their families due to economic hardships, which has also led to…
Reza Salmanzadeh, political prisoner and advocate, has gone into a 'semi-coma' due to hunger strike
Reza Salmanzadeh, a political prisoner and father of a protest victim, has gone into a semi-coma due to a hunger strike protesting inadequate medical care.…
White House: Yahya Sinwar is the main obstacle to a ceasefire, and his death is a 'turning point'
The U.S. has identified Yahya Sinwar as a key obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza, and his death is seen as a potential turning point…
Biden: The Time for a Ceasefire in Gaza Has Come
President Biden announced that the time for a ceasefire in Gaza has arrived following the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. He expressed satisfaction with…
Students at UC San Diego Required to Complete Climate Change Courses
UC San Diego has become the first public university in the U.S. to require all undergraduate students to complete courses on climate change, reflecting a…
How Berber Women Express Love Through Tattoos?
The article discusses the fading tradition of tattooing among Berber women in North Africa, which once symbolized beauty and tribal identity but is now declining…
Ban on Israeli Companies at Marine Weapons Exhibition in Paris; Israeli Defense Minister: Shameful
The French government has banned Israeli companies from participating in an upcoming marine weapons exhibition due to dissatisfaction with Israel's military actions in Gaza and…
Semnan IRGC Announces Implementation of Mandatory Hijab Plan Called 'Taravat'
The Semnan IRGC has announced the implementation of a mandatory hijab enforcement plan called 'Taravat' following unofficial reports of the approval of a related bill…
UN: One-Fifth of Lebanon's Population Has Left Their Homes
The UN reports that one-fifth of Lebanon's population has been displaced due to ongoing conflicts, with significant areas under Israeli military evacuation orders. Over one…
Main Causes of Mortality Among Middle-Aged Women in Iran: Stroke, Breast Cancer, and Diabetes
A health official in Iran reported that ischemic heart disease, breast cancer, and stroke are the leading causes of death among middle-aged women. The discussion…
Government Spokesperson Mohajerani's Reaction to the Announcement of the 'Hijab and Chastity' Law: 'Cultural Issues Cannot Be Imposed by Force'
Fatemeh Mohajerani, spokesperson for the Pezeshkian government, emphasized that cultural issues like the 'Hijab and Chastity' law cannot be enforced by force but must be…
Netanyahu's Renewed Request to UNIFIL: Leave the War Zone
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has requested UN peacekeeping forces to temporarily withdraw from the conflict zone as clashes with Hezbollah escalate. He claims Hezbollah uses…
The Number of Victims of 'Fake Alcohol' in Gilan Rises to 18
The death toll from fake alcoholic beverages in Gilan, Iran, has risen to 18, with 66 others hospitalized due to severe poisoning. This issue highlights…
Two Israelis Arrested on Charges of Sabotage and Intent to Assassinate for the Islamic Republic
Two Israelis were arrested for allegedly carrying out sabotage for the Islamic Republic and planning to assassinate an Israeli official. They were recruited by an…
U.S. Vice President Calls for Immediate Action by Israel to Facilitate Aid to Gaza
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris urged Israel to take immediate action to facilitate humanitarian aid to Gaza amid reports of aid shortages. The WHO confirmed…
Zelensky Accuses North Korea of Sending Troops to Support Russian Army
Ukrainian President Zelensky accused North Korea of sending troops to support Russia's military efforts against Ukraine, calling for an expansion of Ukraine's defense relations with…
Iran's Trade Deficit Reaches $7 Billion Amid Dependency on a Few Countries
Iran's non-oil trade deficit has reached $7 billion in the first half of the year, following a record $17 billion deficit last year. The country's…
Netanyahu: Hezbollah Uses Peacekeepers as Human Shields
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has called for the immediate withdrawal of UN peacekeepers from southern Lebanon, claiming Hezbollah is using them as human shields. This…
Japanese Organization 'Hibakusha' Wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize
The Japanese organization 'Nihon Hidankyo' has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to promote nuclear disarmament and raise awareness about the…
Storm Milton in Florida; US President Warns About 'Misinformation'
Storm Milton has caused significant damage in Florida, resulting in five fatalities due to tornadoes. President Biden has pledged federal support and criticized misinformation regarding…
Arrest of an Afghan National in the U.S. for Planning a Terrorist Attack on Election Day
Nasir Ahmad Tawhidi, a 27-year-old Afghan national in Oklahoma, was arrested for allegedly planning a terrorist attack on the U.S. presidential election day in the…
The 'Godfather of Artificial Intelligence' and Another Scientist Win the Nobel Prize in Physics
John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton won the Nobel Prize in Physics for their contributions to machine learning, a foundation of artificial intelligence. Hinton, known as…
Minister of Economy Reports Budget Shortage and Withdrawal from the National Development Fund
Iran's Minister of Economy reported a budget deficit for 1403, leading to withdrawals from the National Development Fund to cover shortfalls in targeted subsidies and…
An Economic Expert: The Real Number of Unemployed in the Country is '22 Million' and the Unemployment Rate is '45 Percent'
An economic expert claims that the actual unemployment rate in Iran is 45 percent, significantly higher than the official figure of 7.5 percent. This discrepancy…
Nobel Prize in Medicine Awarded to Two American Scientists for Discovery of MicroRNA
The Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun for their discovery of microRNA and its crucial role in gene regulation…
Cultivation of the 'Lost Tree' from the Bible from a Thousand-Year-Old Seed
Scientists have cultivated a tree from a thousand-year-old seed found near Jerusalem, believed to be the 'Balm of Gilead' mentioned in the Bible. This discovery…
Human Costs and Destruction of the Gaza War According to Statistics
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in over 42,000 Palestinian and more than 1,000 Israeli deaths, with significant humanitarian crises in Gaza.…
Attack on Chinese Workers Near Karachi Airport Results in Two Deaths
A terrorist attack near Karachi Airport killed two Chinese workers and injured at least eight others. The attack targeted a convoy of Chinese employees working…
French President Calls for Halt to Sale of Weapons Used in Gaza
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an end to the sale of weapons used in Gaza, emphasizing the need for a political solution in…
Zelensky to Present Ukraine's 'Victory Plan' Against Russia at Ramstein Meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will present a 'victory plan' against Russia at the upcoming Ramstein meeting on October 13. The plan aims to outline clear…
Unemployment Looms for Female Farmers in the South; Employers Prefer to Hire 'Illegal Immigrants'
Female farmers in southern Iran face imminent unemployment due to low wages and competition from illegal immigrants. Experts warn that this situation could worsen the…
Confirmation of American Citizen's Death in Israeli Airstrike on Lebanon; U.S. Reaction
The U.S. confirmed the death of an American citizen, Kamil Ahmad Jawad, in an Israeli airstrike in Lebanon. This incident raises concerns about civilian casualties…
Statement by the U.S. Attorney General on the Anniversary of the October 7 Terrorist Attacks; Garland: We Remain Committed to Legal Action Against the Perpetrators of This Crime
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland commemorated the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks, labeling them as one of the deadliest assaults against civilians since…
Russian Drone Attack on Ukraine; One Person Killed
Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure and resulting in one death and several injuries. Ukraine retaliated by attacking a Russian oil…
The Number of Victims of 'Fake Alcohol' Reaches 26 in Four Days
In the last four days, 26 people have died in Iran from consuming counterfeit alcohol, with significant casualties reported in Hamadan, Gilan, and Mazandaran. The…
School Bus Fire in Bangkok Leaves Over 20 Dead
A tragic bus fire in Bangkok has resulted in over 20 fatalities, primarily among students and teachers returning from a trip. The cause of the…