August 2024
Group of Lebanese Depositors Attack Several Banks in Beirut
On September 8, Lebanese depositors attacked banks in Beirut following social media calls for protest against the unresolved banking crisis. The Lebanese banking sector has…
New Taliban Restrictions: Women's 'Tempting' Voices Must Not Be Heard in Public Places
The Taliban has announced new laws restricting women's voices in public, mandating hijab, and enforcing strict moral codes. These measures, which include prohibitions on music…
First Session of the Islamic Consultative Assembly Concludes for 'Qualification Review' of Proposed Ministers; Pezeshkian: Consultations Were Conducted at a High Level
The first session of the Iranian parliament to review the proposed cabinet of Masoud Pezeshkian took place, where he defended his ministers and emphasized the…
Tomaj Salehi Introduced as One of the Winners of the Annual Václav Havel Award
Tomaj Salehi, a jailed Iranian rapper, and Indian author Arundhati Roy were jointly awarded the Václav Havel Prize for their courageous work against oppression. The…
Protest by Political Prisoners in Lakan Prison Following Transfer of Two Women to Intelligence Office
Female political prisoners in Lakan Prison protested after two activists were transferred to the Intelligence Office for interrogation. This incident highlights the ongoing repression of…
Over 9 Years in Prison; Sentence for 'Prince Serin', Iranian-New Zealand Dual National, Announced
Serin Badiei, a dual national Iranian-New Zealand citizen and blogger known as 'Prince Serin', has been sentenced to over 9 years in prison on charges…
Prince Serin Sentenced to Over 9 Years in Prison in Iran
Serin Badiei, known as 'Prince Serin', has been sentenced to over 9 years in prison in Iran for various charges including encouraging corruption and insulting…
Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Becomes Head of Bangladesh's Interim Government
Muhammad Yunus has been appointed as the head of Bangladesh's interim government following the resignation and flight of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. This transition…
Bangladesh Parliament Dissolved; Opponents Demand Interim Government Led by Nobel Peace Prize Winner
The President of Bangladesh dissolved parliament following Sheikh Hasina's resignation and flight to India, amid protests demanding an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad…
Following the prisoner exchange between the US and Russia, Kamala Harris spoke with Alexei Navalny's wife
Kamala Harris spoke with Yulia Navalnaya following a prisoner exchange involving American citizens and Russian political prisoners. The conversation highlighted Harris's support for those fighting…