May 2017
Athena Daemi Ends 54-Day Hunger Strike
Athena Daemi ended her 54-day hunger strike after seeing her sisters' acquittal ruling. She was imprisoned for activism against the Iranian regime. This highlights ongoing…
Philippines Warns Islamic State Militants to Surrender
The Philippine government has issued a warning to ISIS-affiliated militants in Marawi to surrender as military clashes continue for over a week. The conflict escalated…
Former Panama Dictator Manuel Noriega Dies
Manuel Noriega, the former military dictator of Panama, died at 83 after complications from brain surgery. His rule was characterized by violent repression and significant…
UK Home Secretary: Members of Salman Abedi's Network are Still Being Pursued
UK Home Secretary Amber Rudd announced that members of the network behind the Manchester suicide bombing are still being pursued, despite a decrease in the…
Two American Citizens Killed While Defending Two Muslim Girls in Portland
Two American men were killed while defending two Muslim girls from a racist attack on a Portland train. The assailant, Jeremy Christian, has been arrested…
Meeting with Foad Fahandaj
Foad Fahandaj, a Baha'i citizen from Gorgan, has been imprisoned since November 2012 for charges including propaganda against the regime. He was arrested alongside his…
Arrest of Two More Individuals in Connection with Manchester Suicide Attack
Two more arrests have been made in connection with the Manchester suicide attack that killed 22 people. British authorities are on high alert, having identified…
Nobakht: Informing about the negotiations to lift house arrest does not help solve the problem
Mohammad Baqer Nobakht stated that informing the public about negotiations to lift the house arrest of prominent political figures does not necessarily aid in resolving…
Britain: A large part of the network linked to the Manchester attack has been arrested
Following the Manchester suicide bombing that killed 22 people, British authorities have arrested eight suspects linked to the attack, including key individuals in the network.…
Valuable Information Discovered Regarding Manchester Suicide Bombing
The Manchester police have uncovered valuable information regarding the recent suicide bombing that killed 22 people, leading to the arrest of eight suspects, including the…
Three More Individuals Arrested in Connection with Manchester Explosion
Three additional arrests have been made in connection with the Manchester bombing that killed 22 people. Salman Abedi, the attacker, had links to ISIS and…
Continued Detentions in Turkey; Trial of Two Teachers and French Photographer's Hunger Strike
In Turkey, a teacher and a university professor on hunger strike were tried for alleged terrorism links, while a French journalist also began a hunger…
Threat Level Raised in Britain Due to Terrorist Threat
The UK has raised its terrorist threat level to 'critical' following a suicide bombing in Manchester that killed 22 and injured 59. The attacker, Salman…
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Deadly Manchester Explosion
ISIS has claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing in Manchester that killed 22 people and injured 59, many of whom were young. The attack occurred…
Turkey Summons US Ambassador in Ankara
Turkey summoned the US ambassador in response to violent actions by Turkish security personnel against protesters in Washington. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Turkey…
Esteghlal's Victory Against Al Ain in the AFC Champions League
Esteghlal Tehran defeated Al Ain of the UAE 1-0 in the first leg of the AFC Champions League Round of 16, thanks to a late…
Central Bank Governor of Iran: Bank Arrears Amount to 100 Trillion Tomans
Valiollah Seif, the Governor of Iran's Central Bank, announced that bank arrears total 100 trillion tomans, with plans to reduce this by 10% this year.…
Head of Rouhani's Election Headquarters in Tehran: There is No Longer a Need for Street Celebrations
Morteza Hajji, head of Hassan Rouhani's election headquarters, has called on supporters to avoid street celebrations following Rouhani's recent electoral victory, emphasizing the need for…
Removal of April 1st and June 5th Holidays in Parliament's Plan for Organizing Holidays
The Iranian Parliament is considering a plan to reorganize official holidays, which includes reducing Nowruz holidays to five days and removing April 1st and June…
At least 24 refugees die in Malaysia's immigration detention centers
At least 24 refugees have died in Malaysia's immigration detention centers since 2015 due to inhumane conditions. Most of the deceased are from Myanmar, highlighting…
Request from Merchants in Mazandaran for the Reopening of Sealed Bahá'í Shops
Merchants in Mazandaran province are calling for the reopening of Bahá'í shops that have been sealed for over six months, citing economic disruption and the…
Growing Concerns Over Widespread Cyber Attack in Dozens of Countries as Work Week Begins
A widespread cyber attack involving the 'WannaCry' ransomware has affected nearly 100 countries, with significant implications for various sectors including healthcare and finance. As the…
Mousavi, Rahnavard Slogan / Equality of Women and Men at Rouhani Supporters' Gathering
A gathering of Hassan Rouhani's supporters at Azadi Stadium featured slogans for the release of political prisoners and gender equality. Notable figures, including Mostafa Tajzadeh,…
Erdogan Expresses Discontent Over U.S. Arming Syrian Kurds
Turkish President Erdogan criticized the U.S. decision to arm Syrian Kurdish militants, claiming it undermines U.S.-Turkey relations. He plans to address this issue in an…
The Siege Must Be Broken
Supporters of Hassan Rouhani are increasingly vocal about their demand for the lifting of the house arrest of prominent political figures, including Mir Hossein Mousavi,…
Discovery of the 43rd Body in Yurt Mine, 'Possibility of Finding' Another Body
The 43rd body of a miner has been discovered in the Yurt mine disaster, with indications that another body may still be trapped. The incident,…
Election Supervisory Boards Have Disqualified Over Four Thousand More Candidates
The Iranian election supervisory boards have disqualified an additional 4,500 candidates for local council elections, raising the total disqualified to approximately 14,500. This has raised…
Meeting with Masoumeh Zia
Masoumeh Zia, a supporter of the Circle of Gnosis and a geology expert, has been detained since January 2022 after returning from Turkey. Despite posting…
Window: Criticism of the Arrest and Suppression of Journalists
On World Press Freedom Day, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the repression of journalists, particularly in Iran, where Reporters Without Borders highlighted arbitrary arrests and…
The Death Toll from Protests in Venezuela Reaches at Least 38
Venezuela is experiencing severe anti-government protests, with the death toll reaching at least 38 and around 800 injured. Protesters blame President Nicolás Maduro for food…
Radio Free Europe Reports Violent Actions Against Its Journalists in Various Countries
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reported that its journalists have faced violent actions in at least 10 countries since 2017, highlighting the relentless pressure on press…
Security and Judicial Crackdowns on Workers and Labor Activists
The article discusses recent security and judicial actions against labor activists in Iran, highlighting the arrest of Vala Zamani during a protest. International organizations, including…
45 Men and Women Arrested at a 'Mixed Party' in Qom
In Qom, 45 individuals were arrested during a mixed party at a furniture workshop, with charges including promoting corruption and illicit relationships. This incident highlights…
The U.S. Warns Its Citizens About Travel to Europe
The U.S. State Department has issued a travel warning for its citizens regarding potential terrorist threats in Europe, particularly as summer holidays approach. The warning…