July 2018
Arrest of Zia Nabavi and Farhad Mithaemi, Two Civil Activists
Zia Nabavi and Farhad Mithaemi, two civil activists in Iran, were arrested on August 1, with Nabavi being detained in Evin Prison. Their arrests come…
Possibility of Revoking Citizenship for Four Million People in India
Over 4 million Bengali residents in Assam, India, have been excluded from a citizenship list, raising fears of statelessness and potential deportation. The ruling Bharatiya…
Child Abuse
The Iranian Parliament has classified failure to report child abuse as a crime, yet significant legal contradictions exist, particularly regarding parental accountability in cases of…
From Brick and Mirror to the Coen Brothers; Venice on the Path to Conquest
The 75th Venice International Film Festival has announced its lineup, showcasing a strong selection of renowned filmmakers, including the Coen Brothers and Mike Leigh, while…
Widespread Fire in California Continues
A large fire in California has resulted in at least five deaths and left 14 people missing, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate. The fire…
Egypt Court Sentences 75 to Death Over 2013 Protests
An Egyptian court has sentenced 75 individuals, including senior members of the Muslim Brotherhood, to death for their involvement in the 2013 protests against the…
Iran Experienced Over One Degree Temperature Increase in the Past 10 Months
Iran has experienced a significant temperature increase of over one degree Celsius in the past ten months, with all provinces affected. The head of the…
Continued Protests in Baghdad and Several Other Cities in Iraq
Protests against government corruption and poor public services have erupted in Baghdad and other Iraqi cities, resulting in at least 14 deaths over 19 days.…
National Front of Iran Calls for Free Elections; Kourosh Zaeim's Perspective
The National Front of Iran has called for free elections, emphasizing the need for political prisoner releases and political freedoms as prerequisites. Kourosh Zaeim highlights…
Widespread Fire in California Claims Lives of Two Firefighters
A widespread fire in California has resulted in the deaths of two firefighters and forced many residents to evacuate. The fire, which has spread significantly,…
Where Are the Boundaries of Childhood?
The Iranian Parliament has recently approved a bill aimed at protecting the rights of children and adolescents amidst ongoing reports of abuse and violence against…
Anger of a Parliament Representative Over the Lion and Sun Symbol at an Event in Qaemshahr
Behrouz Boroumand faced criticism from Qaemshahr's parliamentary representative for wearing the Lion and Sun symbol at a commemorative event. The representative accused him of using…
Bolton: Trump-Putin Meeting Will Not Happen This Year
John Bolton announced that the meeting between Trump and Putin will be postponed until 2019, emphasizing it should occur after the conclusion of investigations into…
Mother of Wars or Mother of Peace?
The article discusses a program that humorously analyzes the recent verbal conflict between Iranian and American leaders, alongside various social and political topics in Iran.…
The Death Toll from the Forest Fire in Greece Reaches 50
A forest fire near Athens, Greece, has led to at least 50 fatalities and over 150 injuries. The Prime Minister has returned from a trip…
Iraqi Kurdistan Security Forces Retake Erbil Governorate Building
Iraqi Kurdistan security forces retook the Erbil governorate building from armed attackers, believed to be affiliated with the Islamic State, who took hostages and engaged…
Closure of Banks and Offices in Three Cities of Khuzestan Due to Smoke from Fire in Hoor al-Azim
The governors of three cities in Khuzestan have closed banks and offices due to thick smoke from ongoing fires in Hoor al-Azim, affecting air quality…
Protests in Iraq Leave One Dead
Protests in southern Iraq against service shortages have escalated, resulting in one death and several injuries. The unrest reflects widespread dissatisfaction with government inefficiency and…
Iranians' Perspective on U.S. Support for 'Voice of Iranians'
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is scheduled to meet with Iranian-Americans in Los Angeles to express support for the Iranian people's struggle for freedom…
Video Released of French Protesters Being Beaten by Emmanuel Macron's Bodyguard
A video showing Alexandre Benalla, a bodyguard for French President Emmanuel Macron, beating a protester has sparked a major scandal. The incident has raised questions…
State of Emergency in Turkey Ends
Turkey's state of emergency, imposed after the 2016 coup attempt, has officially ended, but critics argue that the government's repressive measures will continue under new…
New Details on the Case of Russia's 'Secret Agent' in the U.S.
Maria Butina, a 29-year-old Russian woman, has been accused by U.S. authorities of attempting to infiltrate political circles and offering sexual favors for employment within…
From Affordable Surface to the Fastest Mobile Charger
Microsoft has launched an affordable Surface tablet while Huawei introduced the fastest mobile charger capable of fully charging a phone in 35 minutes. These developments…
Military Exercise 'Mastery over Gaza' Held in Southern Israel
The Israeli army conducted a significant military exercise simulating a potential reoccupation of Gaza, with officials indicating readiness for possible conflict. Tensions remain high as…
Death Toll in Anti-Government Protests in Iraq Reaches 3
Protests in Iraq against corruption and unemployment have escalated, resulting in three deaths and numerous injuries. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has raised the security alert…
U.S. Lifts Ban on Sales of Parts to Chinese Company ZTE
The U.S. has lifted its ban on American companies selling parts to Chinese telecommunications giant ZTE after the company paid a $1 billion fine for…
Fifth Day of Protests in Iraq; Protesters Enter Najaf Airport
Protests in Iraq against corruption and public service shortages have escalated, with hundreds of demonstrators entering Najaf Airport and significant unrest in Basra. Ayatollah Ali…
Nudity as Protest; Yes or No?
The article discusses the use of nudity as a form of protest against the oppression of women's bodies in Iran, featuring a debate between activists…
Increase in Natural Disasters in Japan; Flood Death Toll Reaches 200
Japan is facing a severe natural disaster with floods resulting in 200 deaths and thousands of families displaced. The government is under pressure to provide…
Giant Dinosaurs Existed 'Millions of Years Earlier Than Previously Thought'
Researchers in Argentina have discovered dinosaur remains that suggest giant dinosaurs existed 25 million years earlier than previously thought. This finding could significantly impact our…
Trump Nominates His Candidate for the Supreme Court
Donald Trump has nominated Brett Kavanaugh for a vacant seat on the U.S. Supreme Court, which requires Senate confirmation. This nomination is significant as it…
Turkey: A New Term for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Begins
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan begins a new presidential term in Turkey, gaining more power due to a shift to a presidential system. His recent election victory…
Prediction of the Winner of the England vs. Sweden Game
A poll predicts that England has a 59% chance of winning against Sweden, while Sweden has a 41% chance. The poll is not scientific and…
Meeting with Khashayar Dehghan
Khashayar Dehghan, a 28-year-old PhD student, has been imprisoned since February 2018 following protests by Gonabadi dervishes against government repression. His case highlights the ongoing…
Head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Resigns Amid Intense Criticism
Scott Pruitt, head of the EPA, resigned amid intense scrutiny over his spending and ethical issues. His resignation is significant as it reflects the polarized…
What Should Be Known About the Possible Filtering of Instagram?
The Iranian government is considering filtering Instagram, citing the exploitation of public sentiment by celebrities. Despite denials from officials, the historical context suggests this could…
Mysterious Deaths of 11 Family Members Found Hanged in the Suburbs of New Delhi
The bodies of 11 family members were found hanged in a house in New Delhi, sparking investigations into whether it was a mass suicide or…
Survey Results: Most Israelis Have Little Hope for Trump's Peace Plan
A recent survey indicates that most Israelis are skeptical about the success of Trump's upcoming peace plan for Israel and Palestine, with nearly three-quarters believing…
Victory of Leftist Candidate in Mexican Presidential Election
Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, a leftist candidate, has won the Mexican presidential election with significant support, surpassing his main rivals. His victory comes amid public…
ISIS Group Beheads Three in Afghanistan
ISIS has reportedly beheaded three school guards in Nangarhar, Afghanistan, and set the school on fire, with no group yet claiming responsibility. This attack coincides…
UNESCO Adds Several More Ancient Sites in Iran to Its List
UNESCO has added eight ancient Iranian sites to its World Heritage list, increasing the total to 24. The newly registered 'Sasanian Cultural Landscape' is located…