October 2015
Many Pipes Burst During Oil Production Pressure Increase Drill
Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh reported that many pipes burst during a drill aimed at increasing oil production pressure, highlighting the poor condition of the…
Carter: Increased Ground Operations Against 'Islamic State' Likely
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter announced the likelihood of increased ground operations against the Islamic State in Iraq following a successful rescue of hostages.…
Global Road Safety Status Report and Statistics for Iran
The World Health Organization's latest report highlights the alarming road safety situation in Iran, where traffic fatalities remain high despite some legislative improvements. Low- and…
Two Iranian-Canadian Citizens Elected to Canadian Parliament
Two Iranian-Canadian citizens, Ali Ehsasi and Majid Jouhari, have been elected to the Canadian Parliament as members of the Liberal Party following its victory in…
At least five killed in armed attack on Shia mosque in eastern Saudi Arabia
An armed attack on a Shia mosque in eastern Saudi Arabia resulted in at least five deaths and several injuries. The Islamic State claimed responsibility…
Russian Embassy in Damascus Targeted by Two Mortars
The Russian embassy in Damascus was hit by mortar fire during a gathering of Assad supporters. While no casualties have been reported, the incident follows…
Airstrike on 'Caravan Carrying al-Baghdadi' and Gathering Place of 'ISIS' Leaders
An airstrike in western Iraq targeted a caravan carrying ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and a gathering of ISIS leaders, reportedly killing several but leaving…