August 2017
The UN Security Council Condemns North Korea's Missile Launch Over Japan
The UN Security Council condemned North Korea's missile launch over Japan, calling for the country to cease further tests and for all nations to enforce…
Meeting with Farahnaz Tabianian
Farahnaz Tabianian, a Baha'i citizen and English graduate, was arrested in Gorgan and sentenced to 21 months in prison. This highlights the ongoing persecution of…
Meeting with Farahmand Snaei
Farahmand Snaei, a 51-year-old Baha'i citizen from Gorgan, is currently imprisoned in Rajai Shahr prison after being arrested in 2012. His wife is also incarcerated,…
The Attacker of Two Soldiers in Brussels Shot Dead
A man attacked two soldiers in Brussels with a knife and was subsequently shot dead by security forces. The attacker had no prior history of…
German Foreign Minister: Turkey Under Erdogan Will Never Join the European Union
German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel declared that Turkey will not join the EU under Erdogan's leadership, attributing this to Turkey's departure from EU values. This…
Iraqi Forces Retake Two Areas in Tal Afar
Iraqi forces have retaken two areas in Tal Afar from ISIS amidst ongoing military operations supported by the U.S. Secretary of Defense's visit to Iraq.…
Erdogan Announces Possibility of Joint Military Operation by Iran and Turkey Against Kurdish Militias
Turkish President Erdogan announced potential joint military operations with Iran against Kurdish militias PKK and PJAK, following discussions with Iranian military leaders. This collaboration highlights…
Operation to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS in Iraq Begins
Iraqi security forces have launched a ground operation to retake Tal Afar from ISIS, following airstrikes that began earlier this month. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi…
Issuance of Arrest Warrants for Dozens of Former Officials in Connection with Turkey's Failed Coup
Turkish authorities have issued arrest warrants for 70 former Ministry of Finance employees in connection with last year's failed coup, adding to the ongoing crackdown…
Bagheri Meets Erdogan; 'Shared View on Kurdish Independence Referendum in Iraq'
Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri of Iran met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss the Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq, emphasizing shared concerns…
Iran's Armed Forces Chief Visits Turkey for Talks on 'Border Security and Terrorism'
The Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri, has traveled to Turkey to discuss border security, terrorism, and regional cooperation.…
Car Ramming at a Restaurant in France Leaves at Least One Dead
A car ran over customers at a pizza restaurant in France, resulting in the death of a 12-year-old girl and several injuries. The driver, a…
Issuance of Arrest Warrants for Dozens More on Charges of Connection to Turkey's Coup
Turkish authorities have issued arrest warrants for 35 individuals, including journalists, linked to last year's failed coup, primarily targeting the media branch of the Gülen…
Russia Says It Is Working to Reduce Dependence on the US Dollar
Russia is actively seeking to reduce its reliance on the US dollar due to sanctions imposed by the United States, particularly targeting its energy sector.…
Elimination of Genes Causing a Deadly Hereditary Disease
Scientists have successfully eliminated genes responsible for a hereditary heart disease using CRISPR technology, potentially paving the way for preventing over ten thousand genetic diseases.…
Trial of Hundreds Accused in Failed July 2016 Coup in Turkey Begins
The trial of nearly 500 individuals accused of participating in the failed 2016 coup in Turkey has commenced, with significant public outcry and demands for…
Jean Moreau and the Changing Concept of 'Actress Beauty' on the Cinema Screen
Jean Moreau, the acclaimed French actress, passed away, leaving behind a legacy that transformed the concept of beauty in cinema. Known for her unique features…