October 2018
Trump's Decision to Cancel Birthright Citizenship for Foreigners Born in the U.S.
President Trump plans to issue an executive order to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants in the U.S. This move aligns with his…
Angela Merkel to Step Down from Politics in 2021
Angela Merkel announced her decision to step down as leader of the CDU and not to run for Chancellor in 2021, marking the end of…
Bolton Emphasizes Efforts for 'Maximum Economic Pressure' on Iran During Visit to Yerevan
John Bolton, during his visit to Armenia, emphasized the U.S. intention to maintain maximum economic pressure on Iran until its policies change, particularly concerning its…
Europe's Mechanism for Trade with Iran to Symbolically Begin on November 4
The EU's Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to facilitate trade with Iran will symbolically begin on November 4, coinciding with the start of new U.S. sanctions.…
Decline in Renault's Automotive Revenue Due to Suspension of Exports to Iran and Asia
Renault's automotive revenue fell by 8.4% in Q3 2018 due to halted exports to Iran, despite a 10% increase in sales to Iran this year.…
Jahangiri: Increasing Gasoline Prices is Not Feasible, Society Cannot Bear It
Iran's First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri stated that increasing gasoline prices is currently unfeasible due to societal pressures. Despite past parliamentary opposition to energy price…
The Journey of the BepiColombo Spacecraft to Mercury Has Begun
Japan and Europe have launched the BepiColombo spacecraft on a seven-year mission to explore Mercury. This mission aims to uncover significant scientific insights about Mercury's…
Technology That Will 'Transform' Transportation
Various companies, including Virgin, are developing hyperloop technology that promises to revolutionize transportation by drastically reducing travel times between major cities in the Middle East…
Second Day of Elections in Afghanistan Amid Violence and Technical Failures
The parliamentary elections in Afghanistan faced significant challenges on their second day due to violence, including bombings that killed at least 18 people, and technical…
Train Accident in India Leaves at Least 50 Dead
A train accident in Amritsar, India, resulted in at least 50 fatalities as a train struck a crowd gathered for a festival. This incident highlights…
The Number of Displaced Persons Due to Drought in Afghanistan Exceeds War Displaced
The UN reports that drought has displaced more people in Afghanistan than violence, with 275,000 individuals affected. This crisis threatens over two million people, exacerbating…
British Prime Minister: Brexit Agreement Still 'Achievable'
British Prime Minister Theresa May insists that a Brexit agreement is still achievable despite ongoing deadlock in negotiations with the EU, particularly concerning the Irish…
Serbia Cancels Visa Exemption for Iranians
Serbia has revoked the visa exemption for Iranian citizens, citing a rise in illegal migration attempts to the EU. This decision follows over a year…
Old Automakers Seek to Mass Produce Electric Vehicles
The Paris Motor Show has seen traditional automakers like Peugeot and Renault unveil new electric vehicles, indicating a shift in the automotive industry towards electric…
Winners of the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize Announced: Denis Mukwege, Nadia Murad
Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad were awarded the 2018 Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to combat sexual violence in conflict. Mukwege is a Congolese…
The Death Toll from the Devastating Earthquake in Indonesia Reaches 1,300
A devastating earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia have resulted in over 1,300 deaths, with hundreds more injured and potentially trapped. Rescue efforts are underway, but…
Special Purpose Vehicle: Europe's New Initiative to Bypass US Sanctions Against Iran
The EU is attempting to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle to facilitate trade with Iran and circumvent US sanctions. This initiative follows a meeting of…