September 2023
Turkey's Antalya Film Festival Canceled Due to Controversy Over Documentary on 2016 Coup
The Antalya Film Festival in Turkey was canceled due to controversy over a documentary about the 2016 coup attempt. The Turkish Ministry of Culture withdrew…
Defense Ministers of Ukraine and France Commit to Cooperation on Weapons
Ukraine and France have pledged to enhance cooperation on weapons supply and joint production amidst ongoing conflict with Russia. This collaboration includes training for Ukrainian…
Turkey's Insistence on Constructing the Zangezur Corridor; Erdogan Says It's a Significant Step for Regional Peace and Prosperity
Turkish President Erdogan highlighted the strategic importance of the Zangezur corridor, aiming to enhance road and rail links with Azerbaijan and involve Iran in regional…
Aliyev's Claim in Meeting with Erdogan: Part of Armenia Should Have Been Part of Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev and Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed creating a land corridor through Armenia, which Armenia opposes. This meeting follows recent Azerbaijani…
Teacher Abolfazl Adinehzadeh Released on 'One Billion Toman' Bail
Abolfazl Adinehzadeh's teacher, Mehdi Sheibani, was released on bail after being arrested for commemorating the teenager's birthday. Abolfazl was killed during protests last year, highlighting…
361 Million Dollar Exports in Five Months; Iran's Share of the Russian Market is 'Half a Percent'
Iran's exports to Russia reached 361 million dollars in the first five months of 2023, representing less than half a percent of Russia's imports. Despite…
Elon Musk's Company Seeks Volunteers; Neuralink Pursues Treatment for Cerebral Palsy
Neuralink, owned by Elon Musk, is seeking volunteers for human trials of a brain-computer interface aimed at helping individuals with severe mobility impairments, particularly those…
Netanyahu and Erdogan Meet for the First Time; Agreement to Visit Each Other's Countries
Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Benjamin Netanyahu met for the first time to discuss improving relations and potential cooperation in various sectors. This meeting is significant…
Biden to Meet with Netanyahu; Iran Threat and Regional Issues at the Forefront of U.S.-Israel Leaders' Attention
U.S. President Joe Biden is set to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the UN General Assembly, marking their first meeting since Netanyahu's return…
Witnesses Report Protests in Saqez: People Chanted in Persian and Kurdish: 'Don't Cry Mother, We Will Avenge Your Daughter's Death'
Protests erupted in Saqez following the death of Mahsa Amini, with thousands participating in a funeral that turned into a demonstration against the Iranian regime.…
An Agency's Account of Inflation and Household Economy; The Minimum Living Basket for Tehran Residents Exceeds 23 Million Tomans
The ILNA news agency reports that the minimum living costs for Tehran residents have surpassed 23 million tomans due to high inflation, which has left…
Google Says All Political Advertisers Must Disclose Use of AI Tools
Google has announced that starting in November, all political advertisers must disclose their use of AI tools in their ads. This is the first requirement…
Long Stays on the Moon and Mars Made Possible; NASA Achieves Technology for Oxygen Production from the Atmosphere of Other Celestial Bodies
NASA has successfully developed technology to produce oxygen from the atmospheres of Mars and the Moon, enabling long-term human presence and exploration. The MOXIE device…
Border Clash Between Taliban Forces and Pakistan; Torkham Crossing Closed
A border clash between Taliban forces and Pakistani security resulted in the closure of the Torkham crossing, with casualties including Afghan children and soldiers from…
Britain Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech
Britain has approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech to target the 'XBB 1.5' variant. This vaccine is authorized for individuals six months…
Eight Months Imprisonment for a Kurdish Teacher
Soleiman Abdi, a Kurdish teacher and union member, has been sentenced to eight months in prison for propaganda against the regime. He has a history…
Meeting of the Presidents of Turkey and Russia; Erdogan: Revival of the 'Grain Agreement' Will Soon Be Possible
Turkish President Erdogan met with Russian President Putin to discuss the revival of the Black Sea grain agreement, which is crucial for safe grain exports…
Uncertain Fate of 6 Trapped Workers in 'Tarzeh' Mine in Damghan; Workers Die Silently in Iran
An explosion at the Tarzeh mine in Damghan has left six workers trapped, with ongoing rescue efforts. Reports indicate that workplace accidents in Iran lead…
Clashes between Kurds, Arabs, and Turkmen in Kirkuk leave four dead; security forces deployed
Clashes in Kirkuk between Kurds, Arabs, and Turkmen resulted in at least four deaths and numerous injuries, prompting the Iraqi government to deploy security forces.…