February 2017
The White House Condemns Shooting of Two Indians in Kansas Tavern
A White House spokesperson condemned a shooting in Kansas where two Indians were targeted, suggesting it was racially motivated. The shooter, Adam Purinton, claimed to…
SpaceX to Take Two Space Tourists Around the Moon Next Year
SpaceX has announced plans to take two private tourists around the Moon in 2018, marking the first private lunar trip and the first human journey…
Repeated Attacks on Jewish Graves in a Cemetery in Philadelphia
Recent attacks on Jewish graves in Philadelphia and St. Louis have raised alarms about rising anti-Semitism in the U.S. The incidents have prompted condemnation from…
Health Minister: Iranians Consume Three Times More Salt Than the Global Average
Iran's Health Minister Hassan Ghazizadeh Hashemi revealed that Iranians consume three times more salt than the global average, leading to significant public health issues. He…
New Secretary General of the Democratic Party of the United States Elected
Tom Perez has been elected as the new Secretary General of the Democratic Party, defeating Keith Ellison. Both candidates have called for unity within the…
Car Attack on Pedestrians in Heidelberg; Police Stop Attacker with Gunfire
A car attack in Heidelberg, Germany, injured three pedestrians and resulted in the death of a 73-year-old man. The 35-year-old German attacker was shot by…
Amnesty International Criticizes 'Widespread Human Rights Violations in Iran'
Amnesty International's annual report highlights ongoing human rights abuses in Iran, including suppression of free speech and harsh punishments. The report coincides with recent sentences…
Dozens Killed in Suicide Attack in City Controlled by Bashar al-Assad Forces
A series of suicide bombings in Homs, Syria, have resulted in over 80 deaths, including a high-ranking military official. These attacks coincide with ongoing peace…
Trump: I Will Strengthen and Improve America's Defensive Capability
Donald Trump announced plans to request a significant budget from Congress to enhance the U.S. military's capabilities, emphasizing a nationalist agenda. He also criticized the…
Kazem Gilanpour; His Last Wish Was to Have His Ashes Scattered on the Summit of Damavand
Kazem Gilanpour, a prominent figure in Iranian sports journalism and skiing, passed away at the age of 95, expressing a final wish to have his…
Iraqi Prime Minister Orders Airstrikes on ISIS Positions in Syria
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has ordered airstrikes on ISIS positions in Syria in response to recent bombings in Baghdad. The strikes were coordinated with…
Syrian Peace Talks Resume in Geneva After a 10-Month Break
Syrian peace talks have resumed in Geneva after a 10-month break, with Russia dismissing calls for Assad's resignation. The talks aim to address political transition,…
Iraqi Forces Retake Mosul Airport and a Military Base from ISIS
Iraqi forces, with U.S. support, have retaken Mosul airport and a nearby military base from ISIS, marking a significant advance in the ongoing battle against…
Cartoonists' Campaign in Support of Mehdi Rajabian
A campaign by 'United Designs' in France seeks global cartoonists' support for Mehdi Rajabian, an imprisoned musician. The Rajabian brothers were sentenced for charges related…
White House Says Issuance of New Executive Order Banning Temporary Entry Delayed by a Week
The White House has announced a delay in the issuance of a new executive order banning the entry of citizens from seven countries, including Iran,…
De Mistura: I Do Not Expect Quick Success in the New Round of Syrian Negotiations
Stefan de Mistura, the UN special envoy for Syria, expressed skepticism about achieving quick success in the upcoming peace talks in Geneva. The talks are…
Spicer: Focus Currently on Immigrants with Deportation Orders
The U.S. government is currently focused on deporting illegal immigrants with deportation orders, estimated to be between 800,000 to 900,000 individuals. This is part of…
Turkey Lifts Headscarf Ban in Military
Turkey has officially lifted the ban on headscarves in its military, allowing women to wear them under specific conditions. This change reflects the ongoing shift…
Marine Le Pen Refuses to Meet Lebanon's Grand Mufti; 'I Will Not Wear a Headscarf'
Marine Le Pen canceled her meeting with Lebanon's Grand Mufti after refusing to wear a headscarf, citing her previous experiences with religious leaders. She also…
Iran Signs Daily Export Contract of 100,000 Barrels of Oil to Russia
Iran is set to sign a contract to export 100,000 barrels of oil daily to Russia, with payments structured to support both cash flow and…
Issuance of Two New Immigration Orders; Intensification of Illegal Immigrant Deportations from the U.S.
The U.S. has issued two new immigration orders that intensify the deportation of illegal immigrants, affecting around 11 million individuals. This marks a shift from…
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Killing Wounded Palestinian Attacker
An Israeli soldier, Elor Azaria, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for killing a wounded Palestinian attacker, Abdul Fattah al-Sharif. The lenient sentence has…
February 21: International Mother Language Day
UNESCO has designated February 21 as International Mother Language Day to promote linguistic and cultural diversity. The day commemorates the protests in 1952 by Bengali…
Turkish Prime Minister: A New Era of Relations with the New U.S. Government Has Begun
Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım announced a new phase in U.S.-Turkey relations following a meeting with Vice President Mike Pence. The Turkish army plans to…
General Mattis: The U.S. Will Not Control Iraq's Oil
General James Mattis visited Iraq to assess the situation in the ongoing war against ISIS, emphasizing that the U.S. military is not there to control…
Iraqi Forces Advance Towards Mosul Airport
Iraqi forces, with US support, are advancing towards Mosul Airport to reclaim the city from ISIS control. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the operation, emphasizing…
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces Operations in Western Mosul
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the start of operations to retake western Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant military campaign. The operation aims to…
Health Ministry Official: 55% of Deaths in Iran are Premature
A health ministry official revealed that 55% of deaths in Iran are premature, primarily due to cardiovascular diseases linked to obesity and poor lifestyle choices.…
Reporters Without Borders Criticizes '38 Years of Arrests and Suppression of Journalists' in Iran
Reporters Without Borders has criticized the ongoing repression of journalists in Iran, marking the anniversary of the 1979 Revolution. Despite changes in leadership over the…
U.S. President: I Inherited a Chaotic Situation
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he inherited a chaotic situation both domestically and internationally, attacking the media for spreading misinformation. He announced plans for a…
Central Bank: Approximately 30% Growth in Money Supply in Iran
The Central Bank of Iran reported a significant increase in the money supply, reaching over 1 trillion tomans, which has raised concerns about inflation and…
Trump's Labor Secretary Nominee Withdraws
Andrew Puzder, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Labor, has withdrawn his nomination amid allegations of past misconduct and lack of support from Senate Republicans.…
Iran Allows Women to Attend Kish Beach Volleyball Competitions After Threat from FIVB
Iran has allowed women to attend the Kish Beach Volleyball World Tour after a warning from the FIVB threatened to suspend the event due to…
US Army Claims Russian Fighters Approached American Destroyer 'Unprofessionally'
The US Army accused Russian jets of unsafe maneuvers near a US destroyer in the Black Sea, which Russia denied. This incident highlights ongoing tensions…
Lawyer of Mohammad Ali Taheri: Order to Drop Charges Against My Client Issued
The lawyer of Mohammad Ali Taheri, a founder of a controversial spiritual movement, announced that charges against him for serious offenses have been dropped, leaving…
The Goal of Canadian Prime Minister's Negotiations with Trump is 'Expanding Trade Relations'
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss expanding trade relations while avoiding contentious issues like immigration. This meeting marks…
Sweden's 'Feminist' Government Faces Criticism for Wearing Hijabs in Iran
Sweden's female politicians, including Minister An Linde, faced backlash for wearing hijabs during their visit to Iran, contradicting the government's claim of a feminist foreign…
Police Spokesman: No Special Instructions for Valentine's Day, But Businesses Have Been Informed
The Iranian police have stated that there are no special instructions for Valentine's Day this year, despite previous prohibitions. Businesses have been informed, and celebrations…
200,000 Residents Near the Tallest Dam in the U.S. Evacuated Due to Collapse Risk
Around 200,000 residents near the Oroville Dam in California were evacuated due to fears of a potential collapse from heavy rains. Although the immediate danger…
Grammy Award in World Music Goes to Yo-Yo Ma and the Silkroad Ensemble Featuring Kayhan Kalhor
Yo-Yo Ma and the Silkroad Ensemble, which includes Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor, won the Grammy Award for World Music with their album 'Sing Me Home.'…
Trump Advisor: The White House Considers All Options Including Issuing a New Immigration Order
Stephen Miller, a Trump advisor, indicated that the White House is considering all options, including a new immigration order, to address the suspension of Trump's…
Head of Iran Chamber of Commerce: Half of Non-Oil Export Statistics Are Oil Derivatives
The head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce highlighted that over half of Iran's non-oil exports are reliant on oil and gas derivatives, indicating a…
British Defense Minister Expresses Hope for Raqqa Operations to Begin After Its Siege by Spring
The British Defense Minister hopes for the completion of the siege of Raqqa by spring, leading to liberation operations against ISIS. This involves Western-backed rebels…
Australia Revokes Citizenship of ISIS Member for the First Time
Australia has revoked the citizenship of Khaled Sharouf, a dual Australian-Lebanese national and member of ISIS, marking the first such action against an ISIS member.…
Continued Arrests of Political Activists, Denial of Education for Some Baha'is
Iran continues to detain political and civil activists, including notable figures and journalists, without disclosing charges. Additionally, several Baha'i citizens have been denied education based…
Haider al-Abadi on US-Iran Tensions: We Will Not Engage in Conflicts
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi stated that Iraq will not participate in international or regional conflicts, emphasizing neutrality amid rising tensions between the US and…
Ahmadinejad: I Will Not Support Any Candidate or Group in the Elections
Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad declared he will not support any candidates or groups in the upcoming presidential elections, refuting rumors about his endorsements. His…
Collection of 'a large number' of illegal immigrants in the U.S.
U.S. immigration officials have detained a large number of undocumented immigrants across various states, particularly in Southern California, marking the first significant operation against illegal…
Donald Trump: Israel Must Be 'Reasonable' in the Peace Process
Donald Trump has called for Israel to adopt a more reasonable approach to the peace process, expressing concerns over settlement expansion in Palestinian territories. This…
Report from the Department of Homeland Security on the Cost and Time for Building the Mexico Wall
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security estimates that building the Mexico wall will cost $21.6 billion and take over three years. President Trump remains committed…
Mohammad Hashemi: The Cause of My Brother's Death Was Not Assassination or Suffocation
Mohammad Hashemi clarified that his brother, Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, died of cardiac arrest and not due to assassination or suffocation, dismissing rumors surrounding his death.…
Abbas: New Law on Israeli Settlements is an Attack on Palestinians
Mahmoud Abbas condemned a new Israeli law that legalizes settlements on Palestinian land, calling it an attack on Palestinians. The law has sparked international criticism…
Trump and Erdogan's Phone Conversation; Emphasis on Combating All Forms of Terrorism
Donald Trump and Recep Tayyip Erdogan had their first phone conversation since Trump's presidency, focusing on mutual support against terrorism. The call was described as…
Betsy DeVos Confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary by Vote of Vice President Pence
Betsy DeVos was confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary after a tie vote in the Senate was broken by Vice President Mike Pence. Despite strong opposition…
Romanian President Opposes Dismissal of Government
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis criticized the government's decree aimed at weakening anti-corruption efforts but opposed its dismissal, stating it was not the right time. Protests…
Half a Million Demonstrations in Romania; Government to Release New Criminal Law
Romania is experiencing massive protests against new criminal laws proposed by the ruling Social Democratic Party, with over half a million people demonstrating. The government…
Makan Delrahim; Deputy Legal Advisor to Trump
Makan Delrahim, an Iranian-American lawyer, serves as the Deputy Legal Advisor to President Trump. He has a notable legal background and has been involved in…
Sharif University Professors Call for Easing Visa Issuance for American Citizens
Over 70 professors from Sharif University have called on the Iranian government to ease visa restrictions for American citizens in response to a U.S. travel…
Continuing Criticism of Sentencing Journalists to Flogging in Iran
Criticism of the Iranian government's sentencing of journalists to flogging continues, with international organizations like the International Federation of Journalists and Amnesty International calling for…
FIFA Bans Tractor Sazi from Transfers After Esteghlal
FIFA has banned Tractor Sazi from transfers due to unpaid debts, following a similar ban on Esteghlal. If Tractor Sazi fails to pay their coach's…
ATR Ready to Fly to Iran
Iran is set to purchase 20 ATR 72 aircraft from ATR, with a contract value of $400 million. This acquisition aims to enhance domestic air…
U.S. Defense Department Says Civilians 'Probably' Killed in Recent Yemen Attack
The U.S. Defense Department acknowledged the possibility of civilian casualties, including women and children, in a recent military operation against Al-Qaeda in Yemen. This attack,…
Largest Anti-Government Protests in Romania Since the Fall of Communism
Romania is experiencing its largest anti-government protests since the fall of communism, with hundreds of thousands protesting against a new law proposed by the ruling…
Arian Tahi, Iranian-Born Grandmaster of Chess in Norway
Arian Tahi, a 17-year-old Iranian-born chess grandmaster in Norway, is being hailed as a potential future world champion. He has a strong international rating and…
U.S. Observers: Afghan Government Controls Half of the Country
A recent U.S. government report reveals that the Afghan government struggles to control half of the country, with a significant rise in security force casualties…
Trump Nominates Neil Gorsuch as His Supreme Court Pick
Donald Trump has nominated Judge Neil Gorsuch for the Supreme Court, praising his legal skills and bipartisan support. Gorsuch, currently a judge on the 10th…
Rasmussen Reports Survey of American Citizens on Entry Ban
A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows that a majority of American voters support Donald Trump's temporary ban on entry from seven predominantly Muslim countries, citing…