October 2016
Over 10,000 More People Dismissed in Turkey in Connection with the Coup
The Turkish government has dismissed over 10,000 public sector employees and shut down media outlets in the aftermath of a failed coup. President Erdoğan is…
Hunger Strike of Rajabian Brothers in Protest Against 'Lack of Medical Care and Absence of Leave'
Mehdi and Hossein Rajabian, two imprisoned Iranian artists, have begun a hunger strike to protest inadequate medical care and lack of leave. They are suffering…
Fruitless Efforts of Turkish Justice Minister for the Release of Zarrab from U.S. Prison
The Turkish Justice Minister has made unsuccessful efforts to negotiate the release of Reza Zarrab, a businessman imprisoned in the U.S. on charges related to…
Ghalibaf's Reaction to Critics of Municipal Land Transfers: I Feel Sorry for Them
Tehran's mayor, Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, defended the transfer of municipal land to a charity linked to his wife, claiming it was for a public hospital…
Famous Afghan Girl on National Geographic Cover Arrested in Pakistan
Sharbat Gula, the Afghan girl famous for her National Geographic cover photo, was arrested in Pakistan for using fake identification documents. Her arrest reflects the…
Attacks Against Baha'is Continue 'Intensely but Secretly' Under Rouhani's Government
The International Baha'i Community reports increased repression of Baha'is in Iran under Hassan Rouhani's government, including arrests and discrimination. Despite international criticism, the situation for…
Explosion in Antalya Leaves Several Injured
An explosion in Antalya, Turkey, has injured over 10 people, with authorities investigating the cause. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in Turkey, especially in…
Major Explosion in Northwest China Leaves 14 Dead and 147 Injured
A significant explosion in Xinmin, Northwest China, resulted in 14 fatalities and 147 injuries, with the cause linked to illegal explosives in a residential building.…
Trump Criticizes Clinton's Policies Towards Iran Again
Donald Trump has criticized Hillary Clinton's past policies towards Iran, claiming they led to a nuclear deal and a $1.7 billion ransom payment for American…
The Situation of Religious Minorities in Iran
The article discusses the ongoing criticism of Iran's treatment of religious minorities, particularly Baha'is and Christian converts, by international bodies. It highlights recent accusations from…
Iraqi Prime Minister: Mosul Will Be Liberated Sooner Than Expected
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced that Mosul is likely to be liberated from ISIS sooner than expected, with Iraqi forces advancing rapidly. The international…
Indonesian President Defends Chemical Castration Punishment
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has defended a law allowing for the chemical castration of child sex offenders, stating there is no compromise on sexual crimes.…
Australian Prime Minister: Allegations of Torture of Refugees in Nauru are Lies
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has dismissed allegations of torture against refugees in Nauru as false, responding to a report by Amnesty International that describes…
Is ISIS a Serious Threat to Iran?
Iranian security officials have reported increased arrests of individuals linked to ISIS and other terrorist groups, raising concerns about the potential threat these groups pose…
Turkey Issues Arrest Warrant for 189 More Judges and Prosecutors
Turkey has issued arrest warrants for 189 judges and prosecutors linked to the investigation of the July coup attempt, which the government attributes to Fethullah…
Three Christians Released in Iran After 45 Days; Uncertainty for Two Other Prisoners
Three Christians arrested in Firuzkuh have been released on bail after 45 days, while two others remain imprisoned without charges. This situation highlights ongoing religious…
Broadcast of Kurdish TV in Sweden Halted 'At Turkey's Request'
The Kurdish satellite network Norooz in Sweden has had its broadcasts halted at the request of the Turkish government, which claims the network supports terrorism.…
Family Members of Tabriz Doctor Killed by 'Contaminated Religious Food'
A Tabriz doctor’s wife and grandmother died after consuming contaminated food delivered to their home, raising suspicions of foul play. The local health authorities and…
Criticism from Mousavi and Rahnavard's Children on Government's 'Indifference' to Lifting House Arrest
The children of Mir Hossein Mousavi and Zahra Rahnavard criticized the Iranian government for its inaction regarding the lifting of their parents' house arrest, which…
Six Years in Prison for Senior Bodybuilding Federation Official for Fraud
Alireza Shayan, the Secretary of the Powerlifting Committee of the Bodybuilding Federation, has been sentenced to six years in prison for fraud involving significant sums…
Arrival of Ethiopian Falashas in Israel
A group of 64 Ethiopian Falashas was transferred to Israel, marking the first such transfer in three years. The Israeli government plans to continue these…
Iranian Embassy in Kuwait: Two Detained Iranian Citizens Have Been Released
Two Iranian citizens detained in Kuwait for photographing a religious site have been released. Their arrest raised concerns due to previous security incidents involving Shia…
German Police Searching for a Syrian Suspect in Bomb Plot
German police are searching for Jaber al-Bakr, a 22-year-old Syrian suspect believed to be planning a bombing, after discovering explosive materials in his apartment. His…
Arrest of an 'Egyptian Suspect' After a 'Failed Suicide Attack' in Kuwait
An Egyptian citizen was arrested in Kuwait for attempting a failed suicide attack on American soldiers. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region,…
Kuwait's Interior Ministry Reports Arrest of Two Iranians for Photographing a Hosseiniyah
Kuwait has arrested two Iranians for photographing a religious site, raising concerns amid heightened security during the Muharram mourning period. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has…
Two Belgian Police Officers Injured in Suspected Terrorist Attack in Brussels
A suspect attacked two police officers in Brussels with a knife, raising concerns of terrorism in a city still recovering from a previous attack. The…
Iran's Reaction to Ban Ki-moon's Human Rights Report: We Consider It Unjust and Unreliable
Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned Ban Ki-moon's recent human rights report as unjust and politically motivated, claiming it is based on unreliable information. The report accused…
Dariush: A Concert is Not a Place for Knives
Dariush's concert in Cologne was disrupted by violence and knife incidents, leading to police intervention and arrests. The event was attended by a large number…
Continued Criticism of the Confirmation of Narges Mohammadi's Prison Sentence and the Issuance of 26 Years of Prison Sentences for Five Civil Activists
Narges Mohammadi's prison sentence has been confirmed, drawing criticism from human rights advocates who label it unjust. Additionally, five civil activists have received a total…
WikiLeaks to Release New Documents Ahead of US Presidential Election
Julian Assange announced that WikiLeaks will release around one million documents related to the US elections and major institutions in the coming weeks, denying that…
Suspension of Thousands of Turkish Police Due to Alleged Coup Connections
The Turkish government has suspended over 12,000 police officers due to alleged connections with the failed coup attempt and the Gülen network. This action follows…