April 2024
Fuel Card Sold for 30 Million Tomans; Truck Drivers Protest in Tehran, Kerman, and Assaluyeh
The Iranian government has seen a rise in the buying and selling of fuel cards due to new restrictions, with cards now priced at 30…
Strike of Workers at 'Parch Paper Nature Cellulose' Continues; 100 Dismissed Workers Reinstated
Workers at the Parch Paper Nature Cellulose factory are on strike demanding better employment conditions and job security after the dismissal of around 100 colleagues.…
Self-immolation of a man outside Trump Court Building in New York; police report his condition is critical
A man self-immolated outside a New York courthouse during Donald Trump's trial, resulting in critical injuries. The police found no evidence that he targeted Trump…
Shirin Ebadi Calls for International Action to Support Women in Iran
Shirin Ebadi and Hamid Ismailion have called for international support for Iranian women facing government repression over mandatory hijab. Ebadi's letter to the UN highlights…
Aida Shakeri, Nika Shakeri's Sister, Arrested for 'Not Wearing Mandatory Hijab'
Aida Shakeri, the sister of Nika Shakeri who was killed during protests in Iran, has been arrested for not wearing a mandatory hijab. This incident…
At least 16 killed in Russian missile attack on Chernihiv city in Ukraine
A Russian missile attack on Chernihiv, Ukraine, resulted in at least 16 deaths and numerous injuries, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as Ukraine calls for increased…
Performance of 'Death Knocks' in Cologne; Mehdi Akbari: Iranian Theater Abroad Continues with the Support of Love
The play 'Death Knocks' by Woody Allen was performed in Cologne, Germany, as part of World Theater Day celebrations, featuring Mehdi Akbari and Daryoush Rezvani.…
Ukrainian Parliament Approves Bill to Increase Military Personnel
The Ukrainian Parliament has approved a bill aimed at increasing military personnel in response to the ongoing war with Russia, where Russian forces significantly outnumber…
Extensive Russian Attacks on Ukraine's Fuel and Energy Centers; Power Plant in Kyiv Targeted
Russia has launched extensive retaliatory attacks on Ukraine's fuel and energy infrastructure, including a major power plant in Kyiv. These actions are in response to…
The United States Seeks Greater Coordination with Japan to Confront China
The U.S. is restructuring its military command in Japan to enhance cooperation with Japan and other allies against China. This comes ahead of a significant…
As the Hijab Bill Fluctuates in Parliament, Mohseni Ejei States We Are Not in a Good Place Regarding Chastity and Hijab
Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, head of Iran's judiciary, stated that the country is not in a good position regarding hijab enforcement, suggesting potential for increased crackdowns.…
Disabled Individuals Receive Neither Bonuses Nor Pension Adjustments; Government Fails to Meet Commitments
Disabled individuals in Iran are facing severe neglect from the government, with unpaid bonuses and unresolved pension adjustments. Protests have erupted as activists demand better…
Warning from a Labor Activist about 'Absolute Poverty' of Pensioners: The 2024 Wage is Approved Contrary to the Law
Hassan Izadan, a labor activist, warns that the approved wage for 2024 will plunge many pensioners into absolute poverty. The increase in wages is seen…
Tehran Mayor Grants Permission for Construction of 'Martyr's Shrine' at Historic Fakhr al-Dowleh Mansion
Tehran's mayor has approved the construction of a 'Martyr's Shrine' at the historic Fakhr al-Dowleh mansion, leading to media criticism over the decision to allow…
Gallant: The Cost of Threatening Israel is Heavy
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant emphasized that Israel is actively conducting operations in the Middle East to deter threats, following an attack on an Iranian…
Ukraine: Russia has used hypersonic missiles to attack Kyiv
Russia has reportedly used hypersonic 'Zircon' missiles in attacks on Kyiv, with over 180 missile and drone strikes occurring in the first quarter of 2024.…