February 2017
Exploitation of Vast Natural Heat Resources Underground in China
Sinopec is shifting focus to geothermal energy in China, drilling wells for heating despite initial oil exploration failures. This move aims to reduce coal dependency…
44 People Arrested at a Party in Mashhad
44 individuals were arrested at a party in Mashhad, including 25 men and 19 women, for consuming alcohol and participating in a mixed-gender celebration. The…
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…
Ahmad Montazeri Released on Leave for Eight Days 24 Hours After Arrest
Ahmad Montazeri, son of a prominent cleric, was arrested for six years but was granted an eight-day leave after being held in solitary confinement. His…
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,…
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…
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…
90 Percent of Imported Food Products in Iran Are Genetically Modified
The head of the Iranian Genetics Association revealed that 90% of imported food products in Iran are genetically modified, raising concerns about food safety and…
Iraqi Military Forces on the Verge of Attacking Mosul Airport
Iraqi military forces are intensifying their operations against ISIS in Mosul, preparing for a final assault on Mosul Airport while claiming no foreign troops are…
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…
Increase in Health Spending Share in Iranian Households' Expenditure
The share of health spending in Iranian households' budgets has increased significantly due to rising medical costs outpacing income growth. Despite government claims of support,…
Turkmenistan's President Re-elected with 98% of Votes
Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov has been re-elected as President of Turkmenistan with 98% of the votes, continuing his rule since 2006. The election process raises concerns about…
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…
Pentagon: One of ISIS's Commanders Targeted Near Mosul
The Pentagon confirmed that Rashid Qasim, a senior ISIS commander with ties to France, was targeted in a drone strike near Mosul. French security sources…
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…
Three Turkish Soldiers Killed in Russian Airstrike in Syria
Three Turkish soldiers were killed in a Russian airstrike during an operation against the Islamic State in Syria. The incident highlights the lack of coordination…
Trump's Letter to the President of China
Donald Trump has sent a letter to Xi Jinping expressing a desire for cooperation in U.S.-China relations, while criticizing China's economic policies and lack of…
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…
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…
Results of a Recent Poll on the Temporary Ban on Entry of Citizens from Seven Countries
A new poll indicates that a majority of Americans support Trump's temporary ban on entry for citizens from seven predominantly Muslim countries. This executive order…