December 2017
U.S. Welcomes $285 Million Reduction in U.N. Annual Budget
The U.S. has welcomed a $285 million cut in the U.N. budget for the fiscal year 2018-2019, viewing it as a positive reform. This move…
Protests for the Release of Over 200 Detainees in Iraqi Kurdistan
Protests in Iraqi Kurdistan have escalated over the detention of over 200 protesters and worsening economic conditions. Demonstrators are calling for the resignation of government…
Protesters Set Fire to Political Party Offices and Government Buildings in Iraqi Kurdistan
Protests erupted in Iraqi Kurdistan against economic hardships, leading to demonstrators setting fire to political party offices and government buildings. Thousands participated, demanding unpaid salaries…
Significant Decrease in Number of Refugees in Germany in 2017
The number of refugees entering Germany has significantly decreased from nearly 900,000 in 2015 to under 200,000 in 2017, largely due to the EU-Turkey agreement…
Israeli Security Agency Interrogates Iranian Refugee Blogger 'Suspected of Illegal Contacts with Iran'
Neda Amin, an Iranian blogger who recently sought asylum in Israel, is being interrogated by the Israeli security agency Shin Bet on suspicion of illegal…
Two International Organizations: Half of the World's Population Lacks Access to Essential Healthcare Services
A report from the World Bank and WHO reveals that half of the global population lacks access to essential healthcare, with many falling into poverty…
Meat Kebab Additives; A New Topic for EU Legislators
The EU is voting on whether to allow phosphate as an additive in kebab meat, with consumer rights groups advocating for its ban due to…
African Union: Preparedness Required for Threat from Return of Thousands of ISIS Members
The African Union has raised alarms about the potential return of thousands of ISIS members to Africa, urging member states to enhance cooperation and information…
EU's Decision to Cut Funding for Turkey's Accession to the Union
The European Union has decided to cut funding for Turkey's accession, including a reduction of 175 million euros and a potential cut of a 3.5…