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December 2024
End of House Arrest; Mehdi Yarahy Still Faces Whipping Punishment
Mehdi Yarahy, an Iranian protest singer, has completed his one-year prison sentence but still faces 74 lashes as punishment. His lawyer announced his release under…
European Union: Ship Suspected of Damaging Finland's Cables Belongs to Russian Fleet
The European Commission has identified a Russian cargo ship as responsible for damaging critical cables in the Baltic Sea, leading to potential new sanctions against…
Khosrow Alikordi, Human Rights Lawyer, Arrested
Khosrow Alikordi, a human rights lawyer representing families affected by protests, has been arrested in Mashhad and transferred to an unknown location. He was previously…
International Monetary Fund Expresses Readiness to Assist Syria
The IMF has expressed its willingness to assist Syria with financial needs and economic reconstruction as the country faces significant challenges. This comes after the…
International Organization for Migration: Millions of Afghans are in a State of Displacement
The International Organization for Migration reports millions of Afghans are displaced due to violence and economic instability, with many seeking refuge in Iran and Pakistan.…
Threat from Iran's Attorney General Against Media Coverage of Syrian Developments
The Iranian Attorney General's Office has threatened media outlets with legal action for reporting on the Syrian situation in a way that could undermine public…
CENTCOM: The U.S. is Committed to the Permanent Defeat of ISIS
The U.S. is reaffirming its commitment to defeating ISIS in Syria and Iraq following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government. General Michael Kurilla of CENTCOM…
The U.S. Says It Is Monitoring the Actions of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham
The U.S. is closely monitoring Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham's actions and leadership, with no current plans to change its terrorist designation. John Kirby emphasized the importance…
Pentagon: We Will Continue Our Presence in Eastern Syria to Prevent the Rise of ISIS
The U.S. will maintain its military presence in eastern Syria to prevent the resurgence of ISIS, as stated by Pentagon officials amidst ongoing conflict and…
Tehran's Air Quality on the Brink of 'Very Unhealthy' Conditions for All
Tehran's air quality is deteriorating, with officials warning it may reach 'very unhealthy' levels, impacting all age groups. This situation is linked to approximately 50,000…
310 Billion Dollar Damage from Natural Disasters Worldwide in 2024
In 2024, global economic losses from natural disasters reached 310 billion dollars, reflecting the growing impact of climate change. Major storms and floods, particularly in…
USA: We are closely monitoring developments in South Korea with 'serious concern'
The U.S. is expressing serious concern over South Korea's unexpected declaration of martial law by President Yoon Suk-yeol, who aims to eliminate pro-North Korean forces.…
South Korean Parliament Votes to Repeal Martial Law Declared by President
The South Korean Parliament voted to repeal martial law declared by President Yoon Suk-yeol, who cited the need to eliminate pro-North Korean forces as justification.…
Martial Law Declared in South Korea; Special Forces Enter Parliament
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol declared martial law to eliminate pro-North Korean forces and address political opposition. This unprecedented action since the 1980s has raised…