December 2017
Turkey Intensifies Arrests of Suspects Linked to ISIS Ahead of New Year Celebrations
Turkey has intensified arrests of suspects linked to ISIS ahead of New Year celebrations, following a deadly attack in 2017. Security forces have detained nearly…
Khawand: People See No Outlook for Exiting the Economic Situation
Protests erupted in various Iranian cities against inflation and rising prices. Economist Fereydoun Khawand highlighted the disconnect between government claims of controlling inflation and the…
Yalda Night with Farda Station
Radio Farda is hosting a special Yalda Night program featuring various humorous segments and notable guest appearances. The event aims to engage listeners through interactive…
Erdogan Criticizes UAE Foreign Minister for Reposting a Tweet Against the Ottomans
Turkish President Erdogan criticized UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed for reposting a tweet accusing the Ottomans of looting Medina during WWI. This incident highlights…
United Nations Calls on Global Community to Provide More Assistance to African Refugees
The UN has urged the global community to increase support for African refugees, particularly in the Dadaab camp in Kenya, which is facing potential closure.…
Kurdistan Region Warns of Possible Iraqi Forces Attack; Baghdad Denies
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq has issued a warning about potential new attacks from Iraqi government forces on Peshmerga positions, which the Iraqi army has…
The Troubles of 'Unauthorized' Financial Cooperatives from the Perspective of the Central Bank Governor of Iran
The Central Bank of Iran's governor highlighted the issues surrounding unauthorized financial cooperatives that emerged from poorly regulated licenses. Experts criticize the government's inability to…
The Trouble with Unauthorized Financial Cooperatives According to the Central Bank Governor
The Central Bank Governor discusses the rise of unauthorized financial cooperatives in Iran, highlighting a lack of oversight and the negative impact on the banking…
Putin and Erdogan Emphasize Increased Military, Nuclear, and Energy Cooperation
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced enhanced military, nuclear, and energy cooperation, including the construction of the Akkuyu nuclear power…
The U.S. Expresses Regret Over Mahmoud Abbas's Decision Not to Meet with Mike Pence
The U.S. expressed regret after Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas decided not to meet with Vice President Mike Pence during his upcoming visit, amid ongoing…
French President Calls for Dissolution of Iraqi Militia Groups Including 'Hashd al-Shaabi'
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for the gradual dissolution of Iraqi militia groups, particularly Hashd al-Shaabi, during a press conference with Kurdish leaders. This…