December 2016
Lebanon's Parliament Grants Confidence to Saad Hariri's Cabinet
Lebanon's parliament has granted a vote of confidence to Saad Hariri's new cabinet after a prolonged political crisis. Hariri, who is opposed to Syria and…
Nokia Sues Apple Over Patent Infringement
Nokia is suing Apple for allegedly infringing on 32 of its patents, while Apple has countered with a similar lawsuit against Nokia. This legal battle…
Visit of the U.S. President and Japanese Prime Minister to Pearl Harbor
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited Pearl Harbor to honor the victims of the 1941 attack, marking a significant moment in U.S.-Japan relations. This visit…
Trump, Settlement Resolution, and the Proposed U.S. Ambassador to Israel
Donald Trump has nominated David Friedman, a strong supporter of Israeli settlements and opponent of a Palestinian state, as U.S. Ambassador to Israel, signaling a…
All 92 Passengers on Russian Plane Heading to Syria 'Killed'
A Russian military plane crashed into the Black Sea, killing all 92 passengers, including 60 members of the Russian Army Choir. The cause of the…
The Elected President of the United States Will Dissolve the Trump Charity Foundation
Donald Trump has announced the dissolution of his charity foundation to avoid conflicts of interest as he prepares to assume the presidency. This decision comes…
The U.S. Government Revokes Registration Law for Male Immigrants from Muslim Countries
The Obama administration has revoked a law requiring Muslim men from certain countries to register upon entering the U.S. This decision comes as President-elect Trump…
Will Ride-Hailing Services Become Illegal in Iran?
The Tehran Union of Tourism and Car Rental Institutions is pushing to regulate ride-hailing services, claiming they operate illegally without proper oversight. This comes amid…
Kirby: Any Attribution of the Murder of the Russian Ambassador to the U.S. is Definitely Absurd
U.S. State Department spokesperson John Kirby dismissed Turkish claims linking the assassination of Russian Ambassador Andrei Karlov to the U.S. or Fethullah Gülen, who resides…
The U.S. Requests China to Return One of Its Underwater Vessels
The U.S. has requested China to return an unmanned underwater vehicle seized by the Chinese Navy while it was collecting data in international waters. This…
Warning about the Role of Genetically Modified Products in Increasing Alzheimer’s and Diabetes
The Iranian Environmental Protection Organization warns that genetically modified products, particularly soy, corn, and potato concentrates, may significantly contribute to diseases such as Alzheimer’s and…
UN: Another 82 Civilians Killed in Aleppo
The UN reports that at least 82 civilians have been killed in Aleppo by pro-Assad forces as the city nears full government control. International organizations…
End of Recounting Votes in the U.S. Election: Confirmation of Trump's Victory in Wisconsin
The recount of votes in Wisconsin confirmed Donald Trump's victory, with similar results in Pennsylvania and Michigan. Jill Stein from the Green Party initiated the…
Rohani: Gulf Countries are Taking Iranian Soil for Their Own Purposes
Iranian President Hassan Rohani has warned that Gulf countries are smuggling Iranian soil for agricultural purposes, highlighting the environmental threat posed by this practice. This…
More than two thousand ISIS members killed or severely injured in the battle of Mosul
General Stephen Townsend reported that over two thousand ISIS members have been killed or severely injured in the ongoing battle for Mosul, with three to…
Kurdistan Freedom Hawks Claims Responsibility for Istanbul Attacks
The Kurdistan Freedom Hawks claimed responsibility for deadly explosions in Istanbul that killed 38 people, targeting police forces after a football match. Turkey has declared…
A Senior U.S. Military Official Says 50,000 ISIS Members Have Been Killed
A senior U.S. military official announced that the coalition has killed 50,000 ISIS members in the last two years, surpassing previous estimates. The ongoing operations…
Earthquake in Indonesia Leaves Around 100 Dead
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake in Aceh, Indonesia has resulted in around 100 deaths, with the toll expected to rise. The region is known for its…
Green Party Withdraws Request for Recount in Pennsylvania Election
The Green Party has withdrawn its request for a recount of the presidential election votes in Pennsylvania due to a lack of funds. This decision…
Arrest of Iranian Embassy Vehicle Occupants in Kenya Following 'Filming of Israeli Embassy'
Two Iranians were arrested in Kenya for filming the Israeli embassy, facing terrorism charges. They were reportedly visiting others who were previously convicted. This incident…