July 2017
17% of Iranians Have a Desire to Use Drugs
The Iranian government has approved a state drug distribution plan aimed at reducing addiction and severing ties between addicts and traffickers. Statistics show that 17%…
Associated Press: Many American Officials Believe Levinson is No Longer Alive
Many U.S. officials believe Robert Levinson, who disappeared in Iran over a decade ago, is likely dead. His family continues to seek answers and has…
Reuters Report on the Change of Crown Prince and Power Shift in Saudi Arabia
King Salman of Saudi Arabia has appointed his son Mohammed bin Salman as crown prince, replacing Mohammed bin Nayef, who has been ousted amid allegations…
A Senior Security Official from Iraqi Kurdistan: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is Alive
A senior Kurdish official claims to be 99% certain that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is still alive, despite conflicting reports about his death. This…
The Murder of Atena: A Wake-Up Call for Discussions on Sexual Education
The murder of Atena Aslani has ignited discussions in Iran about the necessity of sexual education for children. Political figures and organizations are advocating for…
Iran Human Rights Organization: 239 Executions in the Past Six Months
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported 239 executions in Iran over the last six months, with only a fraction reported by official media. A parliamentary…
Iraqi Commander: 300 Islamic State Fighters Still Resist in Mosul
An Iraqi commander reported that approximately 300 Islamic State fighters are still resisting in a small area of Mosul, while Iraqi forces continue their advance.…