May 2024
Donald Trump Says He Will Appeal Court Ruling in 'Hush Money' Case
Donald Trump announced he will appeal a jury's ruling that found him guilty in a 'hush money' case, marking him as the first convicted president…
Prisoner Exchange Between Russia and Ukraine After Four-Month Break
Ukraine and Russia have conducted a prisoner exchange after a four-month hiatus, facilitated by the UAE, releasing 150 prisoners in total. Ukrainian President Zelensky welcomed…
New York Court Finds Donald Trump Guilty in 'Hush Money' Case
A New York jury found Donald Trump guilty on 34 charges related to hush money payments to a porn star. Trump plans to appeal the…
Conflicting Reports on Apple Phone Imports to Iran; Ban or 96% Profit
Conflicting reports from Iranian officials indicate that while the import of Apple phones is officially banned, a 96% profit margin has been set for potential…
Hot Debate in NATO Over Use of Western Weapons in Kyiv's Attacks on Russian Territory
NATO's foreign ministers are debating whether to allow Ukraine to use Western weapons to attack Russian territory, facing opposition from the U.S. and Germany. The…
Hengaw: Three Protesters in Qazvin Detained by Security Forces
Three protesters in Qazvin, Sajad Mohammadbeigi, Ali Bigdeli, and Mostafa Ranjbar, were detained by security forces during a demonstration against the company 'Rezaayat Khodro Taravat…
Blinken: American Weapons Help Stabilize Frontline in Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that American weapons are crucial in stabilizing the frontline in Ukraine amidst escalating Russian attacks. He emphasized the…
Sweden Delivers Radar-Equipped Reconnaissance Aircraft to Ukraine
Sweden is delivering two radar-equipped reconnaissance aircraft to Ukraine as part of a significant aid package to bolster its military against Russia. This move is…
Poland Signs $735 Million Deal with the U.S. for Mid-Range Missiles
Poland has signed a $735 million deal with the U.S. for mid-range missiles to enhance its military capabilities against Russian threats. This comes amid increasing…
Assassination Attempt on a Bar Association Member; Judiciary Freezes the Bank Accounts of Lawyer Forough Sheikh Al-Islami
An assassination attempt was made on lawyer Afshin Ghasemi in Tehran, while the Judiciary froze the bank accounts of another lawyer, Forough Sheikh Al-Islami, following…
Turbulence in Turkish Skies; 12 Passengers of Qatar Airways Injured
A Qatar Airways flight from Doha to Dublin encountered turbulence over Turkey, injuring 12 passengers, with eight requiring hospitalization. This incident highlights increasing concerns about…
Over 50% of Laboratory Workers in Iran Have Been Transferred to the Private Sector as Simple Laborers
Over 50% of laboratory workers in Iran have been transferred to the private sector as simple laborers, leading to significant layoffs and minimal wages. The…
U.S. Secretary of State's Discussions with Counterparts in Israel and Germany; Latest Developments in Gaza and Ukraine Reviewed
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with Israeli and German counterparts about the situation in Gaza and Ukraine. Discussions included efforts for a ceasefire,…
Raisi Remains a Target of 'Humor' After His Death; From His Linguistic Slips to His Supporters' 'Gaffes'
Ebrahim Raisi, the eighth president of Iran, who died in a helicopter crash, has become a subject of humor among social media users due to…
Three Christian Missionaries, Including Relatives of a U.S. State Representative, Killed in Haiti
Three Christian missionaries, including relatives of a Missouri state representative, were killed in Haiti by armed gangs while leaving a church. This incident highlights the…
Dadban: 'Guidance Patrol' Officers Harass Opponents of Mandatory Hijab and Their Families
The legal consulting site Dadban reports that Iranian 'Guidance Patrol' officers are harassing women opposing mandatory hijab and their families, including forcing detainees to take…
Blinken's Request to Egypt to Facilitate Aid Delivery to Gaza
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called on Egypt to facilitate humanitarian aid to Gaza, which is currently hindered by the Israeli military's control…
Student Protests at UCLA; University Police Chief Temporarily Reassigned
The police chief at UCLA has been temporarily reassigned following criticism of his handling of recent student protests related to the Gaza conflict. This decision…
Biden Administration Cancels Student Loans for 160,000 Borrowers
The Biden administration is canceling $7.7 billion in student loans for 160,000 borrowers, part of a broader effort that has relieved nearly 5 million Americans…
The Seventh Term of City and Village Councils in Iran Will Be Three Years Long
The Iranian parliament has approved a three-year term for the upcoming seventh city and village councils, following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi and the…
Government's Reaction to Public Joy Following Raisi's Death; From Official Threats to Government Supporters' Warnings on Social Media
The death of Ebrahim Raisi has sparked a divide among Iranians, with many celebrating while the government attempts to suppress public joy through threats. Government…
Netanyahu's Negative Response to Gantz's Deadline for New Strategy in Gaza War
Benny Gantz has given Netanyahu a deadline to present a new strategy for the Gaza war, threatening to resign if unmet. The strategy includes key…
Heavy Rain and Hail in Mashhad; Flooding Closes Main Routes
Heavy rainfall and hail in Mashhad have caused significant flooding, leading to damage and disruption of daily life. The local crisis management has reported unprecedented…
The Ball of Corruption in Iranian Football
A financial corruption case in Iranian football has come to light, involving several high-ranking officials and media figures. Investigations are ongoing, with allegations of bribery…
U.S. House of Representatives Votes Against Biden on Military Aid to Israel
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to challenge President Biden's decision to block military aid to Israel, passing a bill urging the delivery of arms.…
Photo Report | Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State's Visit to Ukraine
Ukrainian drones launched attacks on Russia as Kyiv works to halt Russian advances in Kharkiv. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held discussions with Israeli…
Kamāl Lotfi, father of a victim of the nationwide protests, transferred to prison one month after his arrest
Kamāl Lotfi, the father of Reza Lotfi who died during the 2022 protests in Iran, has been transferred to prison after a month of detention…
Police Claim About the Violent Arrest of a Woman: She Threw Hot Coffee at Officers
The Iranian police claimed a woman without a hijab violently resisted arrest by throwing hot coffee at officers. This incident, captured on video, has sparked…
Meeting Between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping; A Sign of Growing 'Alliance' Between Russia and China
Vladimir Putin is set to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking a significant moment in the strengthening of Russia-China relations amidst U.S. pressures regarding the…
Ukrainian Forces Withdraw from Some Kharkiv Areas, Zelensky Postpones Foreign Trip
Ukrainian forces have retreated from parts of Kharkiv due to a new Russian offensive, prompting President Zelensky to postpone his foreign trip to manage the…
Parliament Approves Saturday as a Day Off After Much Controversy
The Iranian Parliament has approved Saturday as an additional day off, aiming to improve economic ties and reduce working hours. This decision follows significant debate,…
Blinken in Meeting with Zelensky: U.S. Military Aid is on the Way
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that military aid from the U.S. is on the way amid intensified Russian attacks.…
Blinken Visits Ukraine to Demonstrate U.S. Solidarity Amid Russian Attacks
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Ukraine to reaffirm U.S. support amid ongoing Russian attacks. This visit comes after a significant military aid package…
Israel Intensifies Attacks in Northern and Southern Gaza
Israeli forces are intensifying military operations in northern and southern Gaza, leading to severe humanitarian crises as hundreds of thousands of displaced Palestinians are forced…
Blinken: No U.S. President Has Acted to Defend Israel Like Biden
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the need for Israel to present a credible plan for protecting Palestinian civilians in Rafah and announced the…
Chahaltan: Tehran Book Fair Has Nothing to Do with Independent Writers
Amir Hassan Chahaltan, a prominent Iranian writer, has criticized the Tehran International Book Fair for being irrelevant to independent writers and has chosen not to…
Aurora Borealis in Areas Far from the North Pole; Possible Disruption to Radio and Satellite Systems
The aurora borealis was unexpectedly seen in parts of Iran and other regions of the Northern Hemisphere on May 21, attributed to a solar geomagnetic…
Trump Rejects Former Rival's Selection as Vice Presidential Candidate
Donald Trump has dismissed the idea of selecting Nikki Haley as his vice presidential candidate despite earlier reports suggesting he might consider her if she…
The U.S. Did Not Conclude That Israel Violated Humanitarian Laws in Using American Weapons
The U.S. State Department reported that it has not found evidence that Israel violated humanitarian laws in its use of American weapons, despite unacceptable civilian…
Unprecedented Ruling Against Persepolis and Sepahan: Both Teams Will Only Compete in the Presence of Female Spectators
The Iranian Football Federation's Disciplinary Committee has fined Persepolis and Sepahan two billion rials each and mandated that their future matches only allow female spectators…
Brazil Captivated by Fans of the 'Queen of Pop'; 1.6 Million Attend Madonna's Concert
Madonna held a free concert in Rio de Janeiro, attracting 1.6 million fans, marking it as the largest concert of her 40-year career. The event…
Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Without Tangible Progress; Hamas: No Ceasefire Without Ending War
Negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza have stalled, with Hamas refusing to agree to a ceasefire that does not include an end to the war.…
Blinken: Israel's Major Military Operation in Rafah Will Cause 'Unacceptable' Harm
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that Israel's planned military operation in Rafah could cause unacceptable harm to civilians. Despite these warnings, Israeli…
UN: Reconstruction of Homes in Gaza May Take 80 Years
The UN warns that reconstruction in Gaza could take 80 years due to extensive damage from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Over 34,000…
US Secretary of State: We do not support Israeli operations in Rafah that do not protect civilians
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Israel and expressed opposition to Israeli military operations in Rafah that do not protect civilians. He urged both…
Turkish Police Arrest Over 200 Protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day
Turkish police arrested over 200 protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day, using tear gas and rubber bullets to prevent them from reaching Taksim Square.…