January 2018
In India, the number of women is 63 million less than it should be
A recent survey in India shows that there are 63 million fewer women than expected, primarily due to gender-based abortions and societal preferences for sons.…
One Dead and Several Injured Following Strong Earthquake in Northern Afghanistan
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, causing casualties and panic in nearby regions including Pakistan and India. Reports indicate one death and several injuries,…
Arrest of 11 Senior Members of Turkey's Medical Association Due to Criticism of Operations in Syria
The Turkish government has arrested 11 senior members of the Turkish Medical Association for criticizing military operations in northern Syria. This crackdown follows the association's…
Miloš Zeman Re-elected as President of the Czech Republic for Another Five-Year Term
Miloš Zeman has been re-elected as President of the Czech Republic, securing nearly 52% of the votes in a close election against Jiří Drahoš. Zeman's…
Madrid's Efforts to Prevent Puigdemont's Re-election as Leader of Catalonia
The Spanish government is attempting to block Carlos Puigdemont from returning as the leader of Catalonia, citing his illegal actions in the past. Puigdemont, currently…
Pope Condemns 'Fake News' as Diabolical and Criticizes Its Use in Politics
Pope Francis condemned fake news as a harmful phenomenon that promotes division and hatred, urging journalists to expose it and focus on truth. This statement…
Trump Signs Congressional Bill to End Federal Government Shutdown
Donald Trump signed a temporary budget bill to end the federal government shutdown, following bipartisan support in Congress. The agreement includes a promise from Republicans…
Forecast of the Budget and Planning Organization for Next Year: Increase in Economic Growth and Decrease in Unemployment
The Budget and Planning Organization of Iran forecasts an increase in economic growth to 5.8% and a decrease in unemployment to 11.3% for the next…
Pope Apologizes for Recent Comments on 'Sexual Abuse in the Church'
Pope Francis apologized for comments that hurt victims of sexual abuse in the church while maintaining Bishop Juan Barros's innocence. His remarks have drawn criticism…
Somali Armed Forces Rescue 32 Children from 'Terrorist Schools'
Somali armed forces rescued 32 children from a school run by Al-Shabaab, highlighting the group's recruitment of minors. The Somali government claims no children were…
Turkey's Artillery Attacks on the People's Protection Units in Syria Begin
Turkey has begun artillery attacks against the YPG in Afrin, Syria, aiming to eliminate what it calls terrorist positions. The operation follows U.S. support for…
Focus Magazine: Iranian Spies Monitored Jewish Sites in Germany
A German magazine reported that Iranian spies were monitoring Jewish sites in Berlin, including the American Jewish Committee and the Orthodox Jewish community. The German…
U.S. Opposes Delay in Iraqi Parliamentary Elections
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad has criticized the proposed delay of parliamentary elections in Iraq, emphasizing the importance of holding them on time. The proposal…
Opposition of the Drug Control Headquarters to the Mitigation of the Death Penalty
The Drug Control Headquarters in Iran opposes the mitigation of the death penalty for drug traffickers, arguing it will worsen drug trafficking and increase the…
In the Wake of Controversy Over a Quote; Trump: I Am Not a Racist
Donald Trump denied allegations of racism after controversial remarks about African countries and Haiti surfaced. He claimed he has no signs of racism and criticized…
The Sanchi Tanker Sank; A Day of National Mourning Declared in Iran
The Iranian oil tanker Sanchi has sunk, resulting in the loss of all crew members. The Iranian government has declared a national day of mourning,…
Tunisian Government Increases Budget for the Poor in Response to Protests
The Tunisian government has increased its budget for the poor by $70 million in response to recent protests against rising living costs and austerity measures.…
Unemployment Rate in the U.S. Reaches Lowest Level in Two Decades
The U.S. unemployment rate has dropped to 4.1%, the lowest in 17 years, with 2.1 million new jobs created last year. Despite this progress, the…
Several Earthquakes Occur on Thursday in Border Areas of Iran and Iraq
On Thursday, a series of earthquakes, including a significant 5.6 magnitude quake, struck the border regions of Iran and Iraq, particularly affecting Kermanshah and Ilam…
Landslide and Mudslide Death Toll in California Reaches 15
A landslide and mudslide in Southern California has resulted in 15 deaths and over 10 injuries, with more than 10 people still missing. The area…
Ban on Teaching English in Primary Schools in Iran
Iran's education officials have banned the teaching of English in primary schools, stating it is not recommended until high school. This decision contrasts with practices…
Gathering of Supporters of Protests in Iran in Front of the UN Office in Washington
Supporters of the protests in Iran gathered outside the UN office in Washington to express their solidarity and call for international support. The event highlighted…
Turkish Foreign Minister's Visit to Germany; Efforts to Improve Bilateral Relations
The foreign ministers of Germany and Turkey met to discuss improving their strained relations, particularly regarding the detention of German citizens in Turkey. Both countries…