May 2024
Donald Trump Says He Will Appeal Court Ruling in 'Hush Money' Case
Donald Trump announced he will appeal a jury's ruling that found him guilty in a 'hush money' case, marking him as the first convicted president…
AI Company Claims to Have Removed Influence Operations from Russia, China, Iran, and Israel
OpenAI has removed five online influence operations from malicious actors in Russia, China, Iran, and Israel that were using AI to mislead public opinion. These…
Counting Votes in South African Elections; African National Congress Losing Parliamentary Majority
The African National Congress is losing its parliamentary majority in South Africa for the first time in 30 years, with current counts showing it at…
Hengaw: Three Protesters in Qazvin Detained by Security Forces
Three protesters in Qazvin, Sajad Mohammadbeigi, Ali Bigdeli, and Mostafa Ranjbar, were detained by security forces during a demonstration against the company 'Rezaayat Khodro Taravat…
Global Negotiations Continue for Signing Agreement to Combat Future Pandemics; U.S. Health Secretary: Agreement is Close
U.S. Health Secretary Xavier Becerra expressed optimism about finalizing a global treaty to improve pandemic responses during a meeting in Geneva. The treaty aims to…
Jury Consultation Begins in Donald Trump's Court Case Regarding 'Hush Money'
The jury in Donald Trump's hush money trial has begun consultations to determine his guilt or innocence after weeks of testimony, primarily focusing on payments…
Biden Calls for Protection of Civilians Following Israeli Airstrike on Rafah
Following an Israeli airstrike in Rafah that killed dozens of Palestinians, President Biden urged Israel to protect civilians while facing pressure from Democrats to reduce…
Families of French Citizens Imprisoned in Iran Seek Help from the United Nations
Families of three French citizens imprisoned in Iran have approached the UN to raise awareness and pressure the Iranian government for their release. The detainees,…
Matlab Ahmadian Returned to Evin Prison 'Before Completing Treatment'
Matlab Ahmadian, a political prisoner, was returned to Evin Prison before completing his medical treatment despite serious health issues. His return was against medical advice…
Ali Moslehi, government-critical journalist, summoned to serve prison sentence
Ali Moslehi, a journalist critical of the Iranian government, has been summoned to serve a prison sentence of over three years for charges including insulting…
South Korea to Invest $19 Billion in Chip Industry
South Korea's President announced a $19 billion investment plan for the semiconductor industry, focusing on enhancing infrastructure and support for small businesses. This initiative aims…
UK Supreme Court Upholds Julian Assange's Right to Appeal Extradition to the US
The UK Supreme Court has allowed Julian Assange to appeal his extradition to the US, citing concerns over his right to free speech if tried…
Heavy Rain and Hail in Mashhad; Flooding Closes Main Routes
Heavy rainfall and hail in Mashhad have caused significant flooding, leading to damage and disruption of daily life. The local crisis management has reported unprecedented…
US Security Warning About Potential Attacks on LGBTQ Individuals and Gatherings
The US State Department has issued a global warning about potential terrorist attacks on LGBTQ individuals and gatherings, coinciding with the International Day Against Homophobia…
Selahattin Demirtaş, former leader of the People's Democratic Party of Turkey, sentenced to 40 years in prison
Selahattin Demirtaş, former leader of Turkey's HDP, was sentenced to over 40 years in prison for inciting protests against ISIS in 2014. The ruling is…
U.S. House of Representatives Votes Against Biden on Military Aid to Israel
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to challenge President Biden's decision to block military aid to Israel, passing a bill urging the delivery of arms.…
Photo Report | Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State's Visit to Ukraine
Ukrainian drones launched attacks on Russia as Kyiv works to halt Russian advances in Kharkiv. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held discussions with Israeli…
Selahattin Demirtaş, former leader of the pro-Kurdish party in Turkey, sentenced to 42 years in prison
Selahattin Demirtaş, former leader of Turkey's pro-Kurdish HDP, has been sentenced to 42 years in prison on multiple charges related to 2014 protests. Critics claim…
EU Launches Investigation into Children's 'Addiction' to Facebook and Instagram
The European Commission has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram over concerns regarding the protection of children online, particularly focusing on the potential for…
Increase in Cold Weapon Victims in Iran
A report reveals a significant rise in deaths from cold weapons in Iran, with over 1,000 fatalities recorded in 2022. The increase highlights broader issues…
A Kindergarten in Switzerland Employs a Robot as an 'Assistant'
A kindergarten in Switzerland has introduced a robot named 'Nao' to assist in teaching children about their environment. This initiative highlights the growing role of…
Reuters: North Korea Laundered $147.5 Million in Cryptocurrency
North Korea laundered $147.5 million in cryptocurrency stolen from an exchange, according to a UN report. The investigation into 97 suspects is part of ongoing…
Michael Cohen, former lawyer of Donald Trump, testified against him in court regarding hush money payments
Michael Cohen testified against Donald Trump regarding hush money payments made to prevent damaging stories from surfacing during the 2016 election campaign. Cohen revealed that…
UK Prime Minister's Warning About the 'Axis of Autocratic Governments' Including Russia, China, and Iran
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak warned about the threats posed by autocratic governments, including Russia, China, and Iran, while discussing plans to increase defense spending.…
Inspector of the Construction Workers' Association Confirms the Termination of Insurance for Hundreds of Thousands of Construction Workers by the Social Security Organization
Abbas Shiri, an inspector from the Construction Workers' Association, criticized the Social Security Organization for terminating insurance for hundreds of thousands of construction workers, claiming…
Turkey Claims to Have Killed 17 Kurdish Fighters in Northern Iraq and Syria
Turkey's Ministry of Defense announced the killing of 17 Kurdish fighters in northern Iraq and Syria, escalating tensions with Iraq as Ankara seeks cooperation against…
The Number of Attacks on German Politicians Has Increased Over the Past 5 Years
Attacks on German politicians have significantly increased over the past five years, particularly following recent conflicts involving Hamas. Notable recent attacks include those on Matthias…
Hundreds of Activists Demand Unconditional Release of Anisha Asadollahi and Keyvan Mohtadi
Over 700 activists are demanding the unconditional release of Keyvan Mohtadi and Anisha Asadollahi, who were arrested after meeting with French citizens in Iran. They…
Head Coach of Foolad Khuzestan: If I Kill Someone, I'd Be Fined 800 Million, But To Speak I Have to Pay 2 Billion Tomans
Abdollah Vaisi, head coach of Foolad Khuzestan, criticized a 2 billion toman fine imposed on him for his comments after a match, questioning the fairness…
US President Calls for the Release of All Imprisoned Journalists Worldwide on World Press Freedom Day
On World Press Freedom Day, US President Joe Biden called for the release of all imprisoned journalists globally, emphasizing the importance of journalism. The statement…
Eurovision Organizers Prevent Entry of Palestinian Flags or Political Symbols into the Singing Competition Venue in Sweden
Eurovision organizers have banned Palestinian flags and political symbols from the event in Sweden amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision comes as pro-Palestinian groups…
Bloomberg Sources: Turkey Halts Trade Relations with Israel; Yisrael Katz: This is 'Dictatorial Behavior'
Turkey has suspended all trade relations with Israel, prompting Israeli Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz to criticize President Erdogan's actions as dictatorial. This development follows a…
Turkish Police Arrest Over 200 Protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day
Turkish police arrested over 200 protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day, using tear gas and rubber bullets to prevent them from reaching Taksim Square.…