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August 2016

August 29, 2016

Erdogan: Turkey's Operations in Syria Will Continue Until ISIS and YPG Threats are Neutralized

Turkish President Erdogan announced that military operations in Syria will persist until ISIS and YPG threats are neutralized, despite U.S. concerns over the conflict between…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 29, 2016
August 28, 2016

Vaezi: The Mobile Phone Registration Plan Will Be Implemented After Issues Are Resolved

Iran's Minister of Communications, Mahmoud Vaezi, announced that the mobile phone registration plan will be implemented once existing issues are resolved. The plan aims to…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 28, 2016
August 27, 2016

Security Forces Arrest the Sister of Sattar Beheshti

Sattar Beheshti's sister was arrested during a ceremony commemorating his birthday, alongside her husband and another participant. Security forces disrupted the event, highlighting ongoing repression…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 27, 2016
August 26, 2016

Death of Eight Police Officers in Southeastern Turkey 'Due to PKK Bombing'

Eight police officers were killed and dozens injured in a car bombing attributed to the PKK in southeastern Turkey. This incident follows a year of…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 26, 2016
August 25, 2016

Death Toll from Earthquake in Italy Reaches 247

A 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck central Italy, resulting in at least 247 deaths and extensive damage, particularly in the provinces of Lazio and Marche. Rescue…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 25, 2016
August 24, 2016

Erdogan: Syrian Rebels Supported by Ankara Have Taken Control of Jarablus from ISIS

Turkish President Erdogan announced that Syrian rebels backed by Turkey have taken Jarablus from ISIS. This move has drawn criticism from Kurdish leaders, who accuse…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 24, 2016

Biden Urges Turkey to Show Patience Regarding Gulen Case

Joe Biden urged Turkish officials to be patient regarding the extradition of Fethullah Gulen, accused by Turkey of orchestrating a failed coup. Biden emphasized the…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 24, 2016
August 22, 2016

Manbij Military Council Reports Turkish Attacks on Their Positions

The Manbij Military Council reports ongoing Turkish shelling of their positions, interpreting it as support for ISIS. This follows recent clashes with ISIS forces in…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 22, 2016
August 21, 2016

Erdogan: The Suicide Bomber in Gaziantep Was a Teenager Aged 12 to 14

A suicide bombing at a wedding in Gaziantep, Turkey, killed 51 and injured 94, with Erdogan stating the bomber was a teenager likely linked to…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 21, 2016
August 20, 2016

Bomb Explosion in Turkey Leaves 50 Dead

A bomb explosion at a wedding in Gaziantep, Turkey, resulted in 50 deaths and 94 injuries, with President Erdoğan attributing the attack to ISIS. This…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 20, 2016

The Crackdown on Gulen Supporters Has Gone Astray

The Turkish government announced a mass pardon for 33,000 prisoners, primarily due to the overcrowding of prisons and the ongoing crackdown on supporters of Fethullah…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 20, 2016

Approval of Ankara-Tel Aviv Reconciliation in Turkish Parliament 'On the Eve of Erdogan's Visit to Tehran'

Turkey's parliament has approved a reconciliation bill with Israel, including financial compensation for victims of a past incident involving the Mavi Marmara ship. This move…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 20, 2016

Humans and Crocodiles

The article discusses a plan to support villagers in Sistan and Baluchestan who coexist with the Gando crocodile, following a tragic incident where a child…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 20, 2016
August 18, 2016

Syrian Fighters Bomb Kurdish Positions in Hasakah for the First Time

For the first time in five years, Syrian warplanes have bombed Kurdish positions in Hasakah, escalating tensions following clashes between Kurdish forces and the Syrian…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 18, 2016

German Interior Minister's Reaction to Report on Islamist Groups' Activities in Turkey

German Interior Minister Thomas de Maizière defended a report labeling Turkey as a central hub for Islamist activities, amidst rising tensions between Germany and Turkey…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 18, 2016
August 17, 2016

Turkey to Release 38,000 Prisoners Conditionally

Turkey is set to conditionally release 38,000 prisoners to accommodate those detained after a failed coup. The move comes amid a crackdown on dissent, with…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 17, 2016
August 16, 2016

Airstrike on Médecins Sans Frontières Hospital in Yemen Leaves '11 Dead'

An airstrike on a Médecins Sans Frontières hospital in Yemen has resulted in at least 11 deaths and 20 injuries, including members of the organization.…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 16, 2016
August 12, 2016

Brazil Arrests Two Suspects of 'Terrorist Activities' in Rio

Brazilian authorities have arrested two suspects linked to potential terrorist activities during the Rio Olympics, following earlier arrests of 12 individuals suspected of ties to…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 12, 2016
August 11, 2016

Turkish Political-Security Delegation to Negotiate on Syria in Russia

A Turkish delegation is set to meet in Russia to discuss solutions to the Syrian crisis, following talks between Erdoğan and Putin. The discussions aim…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 11, 2016

At least 13 killed in clashes and explosions in Turkey

At least 13 people have been killed in Turkey due to recent clashes and explosions attributed to the PKK. The attacks come amid heightened tensions…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 11, 2016
August 10, 2016

Clinton Accuses Trump of Inciting Violence

Hillary Clinton accused Donald Trump of inciting violence with his remarks about gun rights supporters during a campaign rally. Trump's comments have drawn criticism from…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 10, 2016

Erdogan: Gulen Supporters Targeted Turkey-Russia Relations

Turkish President Erdogan accused Gulen supporters of undermining Turkey-Russia relations during a speech in St. Petersburg. He highlighted the negative impact of the downing of…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 10, 2016
August 9, 2016

Renewal of Moscow-Ankara Relations Following Erdogan-Putin Meeting in St. Petersburg

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, marking Erdogan's first foreign trip after a failed coup attempt. The…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 9, 2016

If Your Nails Have Changed Shape, See a Doctor

The article discusses the health implications of nail clubbing, which can indicate serious conditions like lung cancer and other diseases. It emphasizes the importance of…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 9, 2016

Income and Expenditure of Rio 2016

The article discusses the significance of hosting the Olympics for politicians, highlighting the mixed economic outcomes of past events. It emphasizes that beyond financial considerations,…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 9, 2016
August 8, 2016

Iranian Television Apologizes for Broadcasting 'Archival Execution Images'

Iranian state television apologized after airing archival execution images during a news segment about concert cancellations in Mashhad. The incident drew widespread criticism on social…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 8, 2016
August 6, 2016

Failed Coup in Turkey; Ruling Party Undertakes 'Cleansing'

The Turkish ruling party is purging members linked to Fethullah Gülen following the failed coup attempt on July 15, amid rising tensions with Western allies.…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 6, 2016
August 3, 2016

Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman: Erdogan Has Cancer; Spokesperson Denies

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson denied claims made by an advisor to Foreign Minister Zarif that Turkish President Erdogan has cancer. This denial emphasizes Iran's…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 3, 2016
August 2, 2016

For the First Time, a Music Record Was Played in Space

Jack White's 'Third Man Records' successfully played a music record in space for the first time, marking a significant milestone in music history. The project…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 2, 2016

Austrian Chancellor: Radical Groups in Turkey Threaten Me with Death

Austrian Chancellor Christian Kern has received death threats from radical Turkish groups following his critical remarks on Turkey's visa policies and demonstrations in Austria. This…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 2, 2016

Six Police Officers Killed in Explosion in Southeast Turkey

A car bomb explosion in Bingöl, Turkey, killed six police officers and injured four others. The PKK is suspected of being behind the attack, although…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 2, 2016

57 Historical Artifacts Removed from Iran's National Registry During the Previous Government

During Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's presidency, 57 historical artifacts were removed from Iran's national registry, raising concerns about the preservation of cultural heritage. Current officials report ongoing…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 2, 2016
August 1, 2016

Iran's Minister of Communications: We Have Been Assigned to Implement the Mobile Phone Registration Plan

Iran's Minister of Communications announced a new plan to register mobile phone serial numbers, which aims to combat smuggling and enhance competition among mobile operators.…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 1, 2016

Gülen: If One-Tenth of the Accusations Are True, I Will Surrender Myself

Fethullah Gülen has denied accusations of involvement in the failed Turkish coup and stated he would surrender if any of the claims are true. The…

📰 Radio Farda 🕐 Aug 1, 2016
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