February 2017
Head of the Welfare Committee: 11 Million Iranians Live Below the Poverty Line
Parviz Fattah, head of Iran's Welfare Committee, announced that 11 million Iranians are living below the poverty line based on the minimum wage of 812,000…
Car Attack on Pedestrians in Heidelberg; Police Stop Attacker with Gunfire
A car attack in Heidelberg, Germany, injured three pedestrians and resulted in the death of a 73-year-old man. The 35-year-old German attacker was shot by…
Amnesty International Criticizes 'Widespread Human Rights Violations in Iran'
Amnesty International's annual report highlights ongoing human rights abuses in Iran, including suppression of free speech and harsh punishments. The report coincides with recent sentences…
Ahmad Montazeri Released on Leave for Eight Days 24 Hours After Arrest
Ahmad Montazeri, son of a prominent cleric, was arrested for six years but was granted an eight-day leave after being held in solitary confinement. His…
White House Says Issuance of New Executive Order Banning Temporary Entry Delayed by a Week
The White House has announced a delay in the issuance of a new executive order banning the entry of citizens from seven countries, including Iran,…
Malaysian Police: A Senior North Korean Diplomat Among Suspects in Kim Jong-nam's Murder
Malaysian police have identified a senior North Korean diplomat as a suspect in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader…
90 Percent of Imported Food Products in Iran Are Genetically Modified
The head of the Iranian Genetics Association revealed that 90% of imported food products in Iran are genetically modified, raising concerns about food safety and…
Iraqi Military Forces on the Verge of Attacking Mosul Airport
Iraqi military forces are intensifying their operations against ISIS in Mosul, preparing for a final assault on Mosul Airport while claiming no foreign troops are…
Passenger Drones Are Coming to Dubai
Dubai is set to introduce passenger drones, specifically the EHang 184, aiming to integrate advanced technology into urban transport. This initiative is part of the…
Admiral Harvard Declines Trump's National Security Advisor Position
Admiral Robert Harvard declined the National Security Advisor position offered by President Trump, citing personal reasons after 40 years of military service. This decision comes…
Netanyahu Expresses 'Willingness' to Slow Construction Following Meeting with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed a willingness to slow construction in disputed territories after a meeting with President Trump, who urged restraint on settlement activities.…
Malaysia: Second Suspect Arrested in the Murder of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Malaysian police have arrested a second suspect in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who was killed at…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Increased NATO Defense Budget Contributions
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis urged NATO members to increase their defense budgets or face adjustments in U.S. commitments to the alliance. This call reflects…
Increase in Health Spending Share in Iranian Households' Expenditure
The share of health spending in Iranian households' budgets has increased significantly due to rising medical costs outpacing income growth. Despite government claims of support,…
Trump Advisor: The White House Considers All Options Including Issuing a New Immigration Order
Stephen Miller, a Trump advisor, indicated that the White House is considering all options, including a new immigration order, to address the suspension of Trump's…
Collection of 'a large number' of illegal immigrants in the U.S.
U.S. immigration officials have detained a large number of undocumented immigrants across various states, particularly in Southern California, marking the first significant operation against illegal…
Possibility of IRGC Being Listed as a Terrorist Organization; 'Punishing Iran for Missile Tests'
The Trump administration is considering designating the IRGC as a terrorist organization, which could endanger U.S. forces in Iraq and impact the fight against ISIS.…
Explosion at French Nuclear Power Plant
An explosion occurred at the Flamanville nuclear power plant in France due to a mechanical issue, with no injuries reported. This incident highlights France's reliance…
Exhibition of Returned Ancient Artifacts to Iran
Iran has showcased 558 ancient artifacts returned from various countries, attributing the successful repatriation to improved relations following the nuclear agreement. This exhibition is significant…
Betsy DeVos Confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary by Vote of Vice President Pence
Betsy DeVos was confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary after a tie vote in the Senate was broken by Vice President Mike Pence. Despite strong opposition…
Amnesty International: Thousands Executed in a Syrian Prison
Amnesty International reported that the Syrian government has executed 13,000 people in mass executions since 2011, primarily in Sednaya prison. The report highlights systematic torture…
Romanian President Opposes Dismissal of Government
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis criticized the government's decree aimed at weakening anti-corruption efforts but opposed its dismissal, stating it was not the right time. Protests…
Half a Million Demonstrations in Romania; Government to Release New Criminal Law
Romania is experiencing massive protests against new criminal laws proposed by the ruling Social Democratic Party, with over half a million people demonstrating. The government…
Continuing Criticism of Sentencing Journalists to Flogging in Iran
Criticism of the Iranian government's sentencing of journalists to flogging continues, with international organizations like the International Federation of Journalists and Amnesty International calling for…
Largest Anti-Government Protests in Romania Since the Fall of Communism
Romania is experiencing its largest anti-government protests since the fall of communism, with hundreds of thousands protesting against a new law proposed by the ruling…
Rasmussen Reports Survey of American Citizens on Entry Ban
A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows that a majority of American voters support Donald Trump's temporary ban on entry from seven predominantly Muslim countries, citing…