March 2018
Syrian Civil War: 'Thousands of Women, Men, and Children Have Been Raped'
A UN report reveals that Syrian government forces and allied militias have committed widespread sexual violence against civilians, including thousands of rapes during the ongoing…
Abdolfattah Soltani Temporarily Ends Hunger Strike
Abdolfattah Soltani, a human rights lawyer, has temporarily ended his hunger strike following requests from 3,600 lawyers and activists to pursue his legal rights. He…
Former Catalan Separatist Leader Arrested in Germany
Carlos Puigdemont, the former leader of Catalan separatists, was arrested in Germany while returning from Finland. He faces multiple charges from the Spanish government and…
Over 19,000 People in Iraq Imprisoned on Charges of Ties to ISIS and Extremist Groups
Over 19,000 individuals are imprisoned in Iraq for alleged ties to ISIS and other extremist groups, with significant concerns regarding justice and the potential for…
Turkey Accuses UN High Commissioner for Human Rights of Colluding with Terrorists
Turkey has accused the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights of collusion with terrorists after he criticized the ongoing state of emergency and mass detentions…
Putin Wins Russian Presidential Election with 76% of the Vote
Vladimir Putin has been re-elected as President of Russia, winning over 76% of the votes amid reports of electoral violations. The election saw limited competition,…
Putin Wins Russian Presidential Election
Vladimir Putin has won the Russian presidential election with over 74% of the votes, extending his rule for another six years. Despite his popularity, significant…
25 Years Imprisonment for Iranian-American for Attempting to Send Missiles to Iran
Reza Olangian, an Iranian-American, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for attempting to send missiles and aircraft parts to Iran. The case highlights ongoing…
Saudi Arabia to Establish Financial Corruption Investigation and Prosecution Unit
Saudi Arabia is establishing a new unit to tackle financial corruption, following a series of high-profile arrests of businessmen and royals. King Salman’s initiative aims…
Turkey's Supreme Court Ruling for the Trial of Former Cumhuriyet Editor on Espionage Charges
Turkey's Supreme Court has ruled that former Cumhuriyet editor Can Dundar will be tried for espionage, a charge that could lead to a lengthy prison…
No to Mandatory Hijab; A Social Movement
A social movement against mandatory hijab in Iran has gained momentum, with women peacefully protesting by hanging their headscarves on sticks. This movement reflects a…
Volvo XC40 Named European Car of the Year
The Volvo XC40 has been awarded the title of European Car of the Year at the Geneva Motor Show, marking the first time Volvo has…
Mohammad Ali Taheri Sentenced to Five Years in Prison
Mohammad Ali Taheri, founder of 'Circle of Gnosis', has been sentenced to five years in prison after previously facing two death sentences for 'corruption on…
Resignation of a Tajik Prison Official Due to Family Ties with ISIS
Seyed Morad Halimov, a Tajik prison official, resigned due to his family's connections to ISIS, including his brother being a wanted militant. This situation raises…
Temporary Closure of the U.S. Embassy in Ankara Due to 'Security Threat'
The U.S. Embassy in Ankara is temporarily closing due to an unspecified security threat, urging American citizens to avoid crowded areas. This closure comes amid…