February 2018
Response of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company to Worker Suicide News: Do Not Fuel Rumors
A seasonal worker at Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company committed suicide after being denied a wage advance, prompting the company to request that rumors not be…
Donald Trump Selects Head of His 2020 Presidential Campaign
Donald Trump has appointed Brad Parscale as the head of his 2020 presidential campaign. This decision comes as Trump prepares for the upcoming elections amid…
Unveiling of Samsung Galaxy S9 Smartphone
Samsung has unveiled its new flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, featuring enhanced hardware and similar design to their predecessors. The new models…
Dubai Police: Bollywood Star Sridevi Drowned in Hotel Bathtub
Bollywood star Sridevi Kapoor drowned in a hotel bathtub in Dubai after losing consciousness, reportedly while intoxicated. Her death has raised questions about the circumstances…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Warns About Violence Against Protesters of Mandatory Hijab
Women and girls continue to protest against mandatory hijab in Iran, facing violent police responses. Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent human rights lawyer, highlights the arrests…
Oil from sunken Iranian tanker reaches Japanese shores
The Japanese Coast Guard has confirmed that oil pollution reaching southern Japan is likely from the sunken Iranian tanker Sanchi. This incident raises environmental concerns…
Billy Graham, Renowned American Preacher, Passes Away at 99
Billy Graham, a significant figure in American evangelical Christianity and advisor to multiple U.S. presidents, passed away at 99 after a long illness. His influence…
North Korean Delegation Canceled Meeting with Trump’s Deputy at the Last Moment
North Korea canceled a proposed meeting with U.S. Vice President Mike Pence at the last moment during his visit to the Winter Olympics in South…
USA: ISIS Remains a Threat Despite Defeats
The U.S. intelligence chief warns that ISIS remains a significant threat despite recent territorial losses in Iraq and Syria. Dan Coats highlights that the group's…
German Journalist Released from Turkish Prison
Deniz Yucel, a German journalist detained in Turkey for a year, was released but must await trial, while six Turkish journalists received life sentences for…
Germany and France Emphasize: Europe Must Be Able to Defend Itself Independently
German and French defense ministers emphasized the need for Europe to develop strategic autonomy in defense, especially in light of potential reduced U.S. involvement. They…
Turkish Foreign Minister: We Reached Mutual Understanding with the U.S. for Normalizing Relations
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu announced a mutual understanding with U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to normalize relations following a meeting aimed at reducing…
US Court of Appeals Rules Against Trump's Travel Ban
The US Court of Appeals ruled against Donald Trump's travel ban, declaring it unconstitutional due to its discriminatory nature against Muslims. This ruling upholds a…
Cyril Ramaphosa Elected as New President of South Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa has been elected as the new president of South Africa following Jacob Zuma's resignation amid corruption scandals. Opposition parties boycotted the election, criticizing…
South African President Resigns
Jacob Zuma, the President of South Africa, resigned after pressure from the ruling ANC party amid financial scandals and impending impeachment. His resignation aims to…
Mitt Romney to Run for U.S. Senate
Mitt Romney is set to launch his campaign for the U.S. Senate representing Utah, following the announcement that current Senator Orrin Hatch will not seek…
Tillerson's Visit to Cairo; Commitment of Egypt and the U.S. to Combat ISIS in the Middle East
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with Egyptian officials in Cairo to reaffirm their commitment to combat ISIS in the Middle East. This meeting…
Donald Trump Expresses Doubt About Israel and Palestinians' Interest in Peace
Donald Trump has expressed skepticism regarding both the Palestinians' and Israel's interest in peace negotiations. He criticized the Palestinians for not seeking peace and questioned…
Egyptian Army Reports Destruction of Several Islamist Militant Targets in Sinai
The Egyptian army has launched a major operation against Islamist militants in Sinai, resulting in the deaths of 16 militants and the arrest of over…
Pence: The U.S., Japan, and South Korea Agree on Intensifying Sanctions Against Pyongyang
Mike Pence affirmed the united stance of the U.S., Japan, and South Korea on maintaining and intensifying sanctions against North Korea due to its nuclear…
Pentagon: Iranian-backed Iraqi Militias Have Used American Tanks
The Pentagon confirmed that Iranian-backed Shiite militias in Iraq have used American-made Abrams tanks in their fight against ISIS but have since returned them to…
With a vote in Congress, the temporary shutdown of the U.S. government ended
The U.S. government experienced a brief shutdown due to budget disagreements, but Congress quickly passed a funding bill, ending the shutdown after only five and…
Amnesty International: Ethnic Cleansing of the Rohingya Minority Continues
Amnesty International's report reveals that the ethnic cleansing of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar continues, with no improvement in their situation despite government promises. Approximately 690,000…
North Korea's Military Parade Ahead of Seoul Olympics
North Korea held a military parade to commemorate the 70th anniversary of its military formation, coinciding with the upcoming Winter Olympics in South Korea. The…
Yemeni Officials Say Government Forces Retake Strategic City
Yemeni government forces have retaken the strategic city of Hays from Houthi militants, potentially disrupting their supply lines. The conflict continues to escalate, with significant…
Merkel: Coalition Government Talks Will Be Difficult
Angela Merkel announced that negotiations with the Social Democrats to form a coalition government are expected to be challenging and may extend beyond the initial…
Shooting at Foreigners in an Italian City; Six Injured
A gunman in Macerata, Italy, shot at foreigners, injuring six, amid rising anti-immigrant sentiments following the murder of an Italian woman. The shooter, Luca Traini,…
Oil Pollution from Sunken Iranian Ship Likely Reached Japan's Shores
An oil slick believed to be leaking from the sunken Iranian tanker Sanchi has reached Japan's southern shores, prompting investigations by Japanese officials. The Sanchi…