Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
July 2015
U.S. Energy Secretary: The Nuclear Agreement with Iran Will Definitely Be Implemented
U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz expressed confidence that the nuclear agreement with Iran will be implemented and approved by Congress. He highlighted the agreement's robust…
American Champion's Campaign to Fund Treatment for Beitollah Abbaspour
Dennis James, an American bodybuilding champion, is raising funds for Iranian bodybuilder Beitollah Abbaspour, who is critically ill with vasculitis. The campaign aims to gather…
MSF Warns of Civilian Casualties in Yemen
Médecins Sans Frontières warns that the blockade in Yemen is causing civilian deaths comparable to war. The coalition led by Saudi Arabia is preventing access…
Israeli Government's Reaction Following the 'Horrific' Murder of a Palestinian Child
The Israeli Prime Minister condemned the horrific murder of a Palestinian infant by extremist settlers, promising to bring the perpetrators to justice. The incident has…
Amnesty International Issues Urgent Warning About the Immediate Danger of Execution for Salar Shadizadeh
Amnesty International has issued a warning regarding the imminent execution of Salar Shadizadeh, who was arrested at 15 for allegedly murdering a friend. The execution…
Discovery of a '560,000-Year-Old' Tooth in France
A 560,000-year-old human tooth was discovered by two teenagers in the Tautavel cave in France, a significant prehistoric site. This find is expected to provide…
Molavi Abdolhamid's Protest Against the Destruction of Sunni Prayer House in Tehran
Molavi Abdolhamid, the Sunni Friday prayer leader of Zahedan, protested the demolition of a Sunni prayer house in Tehran, stating it exacerbates divisions and hurts…
UN Calls for Increased Efforts to Establish Ceasefire in Yemen
The UN is urging the Security Council to intensify efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Yemen, as ongoing conflicts continue to devastate the population. Stephen…
UN: 70% of Syrian People Need Assistance Today
The UN reports that 70% of Syria's population, approximately 12.2 million people, are in urgent need of assistance due to the ongoing civil war. The…
Speaker of Parliament: They Say Ahmadinejad's Dog is More Honorable than Larijani
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Ali Larijani, responded to criticism from Mehdi Kouchakzadeh, who claimed that the Parliament is sidelined from nuclear negotiations due…
Possibility of Nuclear Agreement Review by the Supreme National Security Council Instead of Parliament
Iran's legal advisor to the president indicated that the nuclear agreement may be reviewed by the Supreme National Security Council instead of Parliament, suggesting that…
Republican Candidate: The Nuclear Agreement is Leading Israelis to the Oven
Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee has faced backlash for suggesting that the nuclear agreement with Iran is leading Israelis to the oven, a comment interpreted…
Head of Cinema Organization: Bahman Ghobadi Can Come to Iran and Make Films
Hojjatollah Ayubi, head of Iran's Cinema Organization, stated that Bahman Ghobadi can return to Iran to make films without issues, while addressing the ongoing restrictions…
Biden to American Jewish Leaders: See the Realities of the Nuclear Agreement
Joe Biden urged American Jewish leaders to recognize the realities of the nuclear agreement with Iran, emphasizing its strength and potential for regional security. This…
Interior and Health Ministers Call for Investigation into the Murder of Ardabil Doctor
Iran's Interior and Health Ministers are calling for an investigation into the murder of Dr. Asghar Pirzadeh in Ardabil, who was stabbed while visiting a…
Worrying Increase in Iranian Men's Contribution to Infertility
The share of male infertility in Iran has risen to 60%, attributed to pollution and radiation, raising concerns among health officials. The infertility rate among…
Following Deadly Flood, Criticism of Meteorological Organization in Tehran City Council
Following a deadly flood and storm in Tehran, criticism has been directed at Iran's Meteorological Organization for its failure to provide accurate weather forecasts and…
NASA Announces Discovery of Most Earth-like Planet
NASA has discovered Kepler-452b, the first planet with Earth-like characteristics located 1,400 light-years away. This discovery excites scientists as it may indicate the potential for…
Greek Parliament Approves Necessary Reforms for Financial Aid
The Greek Parliament has approved crucial reforms for financial aid, despite internal dissent within Prime Minister Tsipras's Syriza party. This legislation aims to address Greece's…
Kimiayi Responds to Monfaredzadeh: I Will Maintain My Friendship with You, Your Works Will Not Be Performed
Masoud Kimiayi has publicly stated that he will not perform the works of composer Esfandiar Monfaredzadeh at an upcoming music night, despite Monfaredzadeh's request for…
Obama: Diplomacy is the Strongest Way to Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons
President Obama welcomed the UN Security Council resolution supporting the nuclear deal with Iran, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy in preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear…
431 Arrested in Saudi Arabia on Charges of Membership in ISIS
Saudi Arabia has arrested 431 individuals for alleged ties to ISIS following a series of attacks by the group. The majority of those detained are…
Yemeni Exiled Government: Aden is Liberated
The Yemeni government in exile claims to have liberated Aden from Houthi control after months of fighting, although some areas remain contested. The situation is…
Japan's Parliament Approves Increased Military Role for the Country
Japan's lower house of parliament has approved a bill to increase the country's military role, despite significant public opposition and protests. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe…
Public Debate Between Hammond and Netanyahu on Iran Nuclear Agreement
British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly debated the Iran nuclear agreement, with Hammond defending the deal and Netanyahu opposing…
Hassan Rouhani: Iranian Negotiators Achieved More Than Just Nuclear Deal
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced that negotiations have led to the lifting of aviation sanctions beyond just nuclear sanctions. Minister Abbas Akhoundi confirmed that Iran…
Arrest of Acid Attack Perpetrator on Three Women in Boukan
Three women were attacked with acid in Boukan, leading to the swift arrest of a 24-year-old suspect. The incident is reminiscent of unresolved serial acid…
Khamenei: The Government Should Block the Path of 'Violation' by the Other Party in the Nuclear Agreement
Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized the importance of vigilance in the implementation of the nuclear agreement reached with world powers, expressing gratitude to the Iranian negotiating team…
Hashemi: They told Mehdi to request a pardon or continue his lengthy case
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani revealed that his son Mehdi was pressured by interrogators to either request a pardon from the Supreme Leader or face a lengthy…
Bodies of Helicopter Crash Victims Found in the Persian Gulf
A helicopter crash in the Persian Gulf resulted in the discovery of bodies of victims, including a possible pilot or co-pilot. The helicopter was on…
Greece Reaches Agreement with Lenders
Greece has reached a new financial bailout agreement with its creditors to remain in the eurozone, following extensive negotiations. The leftist government led by Alexis…
Pope Apologizes for 'Crimes' of the Church Against Indigenous Peoples of the Americas
Pope Francis apologized for the Catholic Church's historical crimes against indigenous peoples during his visit to Bolivia, emphasizing the need for forgiveness and acknowledging past…
Arrest of Six Arab Citizens of Israel on Charges of Supporting the Islamic State
Six Arab citizens of Israel were arrested by Shin Bet for allegedly supporting the Islamic State, with four of them being teachers. This incident raises…
Unprecedented Record in the Decrease of Gold and Foreign Currency Prices in Tehran
Gold and foreign currency prices in Tehran have reached unprecedented lows, influenced by ongoing nuclear negotiations and global market trends. The head of the Gold…
Professor Hafez Farmanfarmaian, Iranian Historian Residing in the U.S., Passes Away
Professor Hafez Farmanfarmaian, a prominent Iranian historian and academic, passed away in Texas at the age of 91. He was known for his pioneering work…
The Majority of Greeks Said 'No' to International Creditors' Conditions
In a recent referendum, the majority of Greek voters rejected the conditions set by international creditors for financial aid, with 61% voting 'no.' Prime Minister…
Khamenei: Some Were Wronged in the Scholarship Issue
Ayatollah Khamenei addressed the controversy surrounding illegal scholarships granted during Ahmadinejad's presidency, stating that some individuals were wronged and criticized the media's handling of the…
Management Organization: 19 Years of Projects Left Over from the Previous Government
Alireza Saleh from the National Management Organization reported that the number of unfinished projects from Ahmadinejad's administration has surged, requiring 19 years for completion. The…
Increase of Turkish Forces at the Border with Syria; 'No Immediate Plan for Military Intervention'
Turkey has increased its military presence at the Syrian border amid ongoing heavy fighting in Aleppo, but Prime Minister Davutoğlu insists there are no immediate…
Saudi Prince Gradually Donates $32 Billion to Charity
Prince Alwaleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia has pledged to gradually donate $32 billion to charitable causes, focusing on health and women's rights, with no…
26% Increase in the Number of Palestinians in Israeli Prisons
The number of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails has risen by 26% to 5,686, with many held without charges. This increase occurs amidst ongoing political…
46 Students in Mashhad Suffer Food Poisoning
46 students traveling from Qom to Mashhad suffered food poisoning after consuming spoiled food. The incident raises concerns about negligence in food safety and accommodation…
Rouhani's Advisor Calls for Banks to Sell Assets
Akbar Turkan, an advisor to President Rouhani, has urged banks to sell their assets to boost production and liquidity in Iran's economy, as a significant…
Dozens Killed in Islamist Attack on Egyptian Army Checkpoints
Islamist militants launched coordinated attacks on Egyptian army and police checkpoints in Sinai, resulting in numerous casualties. The attacks come shortly after President el-Sisi's warning…
Guardian Council Rejects Provincial Election Bill
The Guardian Council has rejected a provincial election bill proposed by the Islamic Consultative Assembly, citing multiple flaws and inconsistencies with Islamic law. This decision…