June 2023
Increased U.S. Pressure to Prevent Sale of Dutch 'Chip-Making Machines' to China
The Dutch government has restricted the sale of advanced chip-making equipment from ASML to China under U.S. pressure. This move is part of a broader…
Arrest of the Mother of Two Protesters Residing in Belgium by Security Forces in Iran
Two Iranian brothers reported their mother's arrest in Iran after they protested against an Iranian delegation's visit to Belgium. The incident has sparked calls for…
EU Leaders Discuss Wagner Rebellion in Russia and Support for Ukraine
EU leaders met to discuss the Wagner group's recent rebellion in Russia and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia.…
Troublesome Trip of Tehran's Mayor; Belgian Foreign Minister May Resign Under Pressure from Representatives
Belgian Foreign Minister Hajia Lhabib faces potential resignation due to backlash over granting a visa to Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani, known for his repressive actions…
The Troubles of Zakhani's Trip to Brussels and Asadi's Release; Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Under Pressure to Resign
Belgian officials are facing backlash for granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations, particularly after the recent release of a Belgian aid worker from Iranian…
Controversial Visa for Zakani and Russians; 'It's Time for the Belgian Foreign Minister to Resign'
Belgian Foreign Minister Hojjat Al-Habib faces calls for resignation after granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations shortly after a controversial prisoner exchange. The situation…
Controversy Over the Presence of 'Terrorist Basij' in Brussels; Belgian Official Resigns After Inviting Zakani
Pascal Smets, a Brussels official, resigned after facing backlash for inviting Tehran's mayor, Alireza Zakani, to Brussels. The invitation sparked protests from the Iranian community…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Turkey's Approval of Sweden's NATO Membership
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urged Turkey to approve Sweden's NATO membership during a brief meeting with Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler. This request comes…
Russia's Efforts to Normalize the Situation in Occupied Areas Amid Ukraine's Counteroffensive
Russia plans to hold elections in occupied Ukrainian territories to assert control amidst Ukraine's counteroffensive. Ukraine has made initial gains, pushing back Russian forces in…
European Legislators Vote for 'First Comprehensive Global AI Regulations'
European lawmakers have approved the first comprehensive global regulations for artificial intelligence, aiming to address the challenges posed by AI technologies. This legislation categorizes AI…
Exclusive Interview with Kamran Ghaderi After His Release: I Hope Other Prisoners Will Be Freed Too
Kamran Ghaderi, a dual Iranian-Austrian citizen, was released from an Iranian prison after seven and a half years and expressed mixed emotions about his freedom.…