October 2024
Hundreds Protest in Turkey Against Arrest and Dismissal of Opposition Mayor Erdogan
Hundreds protested in Istanbul against the arrest and dismissal of Ahmed Ozer, an opposition mayor accused of links to the PKK. The Turkish government replaced…
Radio Free Europe Calls for Release of Its Journalist from Azerbaijani Prison
Radio Free Europe has called for the release of journalist Farid Mehralizadeh, who has been detained in Azerbaijan for five months on various charges, which…
The U.S. Sanctions 400 Individuals and Entities for Supporting Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
The U.S. has sanctioned nearly 400 individuals and entities for supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine, targeting sectors crucial for Russia's military efforts. This follows previous…
Riyadh Hosts 'Two-State Solution' Meeting
Saudi Arabia is hosting a high-level meeting focused on establishing a Palestinian state and stopping violence in the region, involving multiple Arab and European nations.…
European Parliament's Reaction to the Execution of Jamshid Sharmad: 'Targeted and Serious Actions' Under Review
The European Parliament is considering serious actions against Iran following the execution of Jamshid Sharmad, an Iranian-German citizen, which they condemned as damaging to EU-Iran…
Georgian President Calls for Street Protests Against Parliamentary Election Results
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has rejected the results of the recent parliamentary elections, claiming they are influenced by Russian operations, and has called for public…
Swedish EU Employee: I Made Chess and Poker Cards from Cardboard in Evin
Johan Flodros, a Swedish EU employee, was detained in Iran for two years on charges of espionage and corruption before being released in a prisoner…
Call for Collaboration; Journalist in the Field of Fact-Checking
Radio Farda is seeking freelance journalists to assist in fact-checking misinformation. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat false information and enhance…
Head of Iran Affairs at European Parliament: The Islamic Republic Exports Terror and Repression
Hanna Neumann, head of Iran Affairs at the European Parliament, condemned the Iranian regime for exporting terror and repression, threatening refugees in Europe, and collaborating…
Turkey Targets PKK Positions in Syria and Iraq
Turkey has launched airstrikes against PKK positions in Iraq and Syria following a deadly attack in Ankara attributed to the group. The attack resulted in…
Transfer of European Passengers to Turkey by Iran Air Following Flight Restrictions to Europe
The European Union has imposed sanctions on Iranian airlines, leading to Iran Air establishing a daily flight to Istanbul for European passengers. This move aims…
Migrants Transferred to Albania Returned to Italy by Court Order in Rome
A Rome court ordered the return of 12 migrants to Italy from Albania, citing safety concerns regarding their home countries, Egypt and Bangladesh. This decision…
White House: Yahya Sinwar is the main obstacle to a ceasefire, and his death is a 'turning point'
The U.S. has identified Yahya Sinwar as a key obstacle to a ceasefire in Gaza, and his death is seen as a potential turning point…
Passport of UNRWA Employee Found with Body of Yahya Sinwar
A passport belonging to a UNRWA teacher was found with the body of Yahya Sinwar, the slain Hamas leader, raising concerns about potential links between…
Prince Reza Pahlavi: Iran's sovereignty over the three islands in the Persian Gulf is not up for discussion
Prince Reza Pahlavi condemned the questioning of Iran's sovereignty over three islands in the Persian Gulf during a joint meeting of Arab Gulf states and…
EU's Support for UAE's Sovereignty Claims over Three Islands
The European Union and Gulf Cooperation Council issued a statement supporting the UAE's claims over three disputed islands, prompting strong criticism from Iran, which maintains…
The European Union Supports the UAE's Claim on Iran's Three Islands
The European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council have issued a joint statement accusing Iran of occupying three islands claimed by the UAE, which Iran…
Joe Biden Announces New $425 Million U.S. Aid Package to Ukraine
U.S. President Joe Biden announced a new $425 million aid package for Ukraine during a call with President Zelensky, focusing on defense needs amid the…
Ban on Israeli Companies at Marine Weapons Exhibition in Paris; Israeli Defense Minister: Shameful
The French government has banned Israeli companies from participating in an upcoming marine weapons exhibition due to dissatisfaction with Israel's military actions in Gaza and…
Zelensky Unveils His Proposed 'Victory Plan' in Parliament
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky presented his 'Victory Plan' to Parliament, urging immediate military support from allies as Russian forces advance. The plan includes a call…
Job Advertisement on Radio Farda Website
Radio Farda is seeking journalists for its Prague office as part of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. The announcement comes amid significant news events in Iran,…
Ukraine Calls for a 'Joint Strategy' with Israel Against Iranian Drones
Ukraine has proposed a joint strategy with Israel to counter Iranian drone threats, emphasizing that Iran is a common enemy. However, Israel appears reluctant to…
Iran Air Flights to European Destinations Canceled
Iran Air has canceled its flights to European destinations due to EU sanctions related to the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. This decision affects…
Hera Visits the Injured Didymos
The European Space Agency has launched the Hera mission to assess the impact of NASA's DART mission on the binary asteroid system Didymos and its…
Senior Republican Lawmaker Warns of 'Unholy Alliance' Between the Islamic Republic and Russia
Michael McCaul warns of a deepening alliance between Iran and Russia, highlighting Iran's support for Putin's war and Russia's facilitation of arms transfers to Iranian-backed…
The European Union to Sanction Individuals and Entities Related to the Transfer of Ballistic Missiles from the Islamic Republic to Russia
The European Union plans to impose sanctions on individuals and entities linked to the transfer of ballistic missiles from Iran to Russia, following condemnation from…
Radio Farda sources report EU's determination to sanction Iran Air
The EU is set to impose new sanctions on Iran, including against Iran Air, due to missile exports to Russia. This decision follows accusations from…
Putin and Behdarvand Emphasize 'Increasing Cooperation' Between Tehran and Moscow Despite Growing Global Concerns
Iranian President Masoud Behdarvand and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Turkmenistan to discuss increasing cooperation between their countries amidst global concerns over military collaboration.…
Formation of a New Financial Fund for Ukraine with Support from the U.S., Japan, and Canada
The World Bank has approved a new financial fund to support Ukraine, backed by the U.S., Japan, and Canada, to fulfill a G7 commitment of…
How Did the Nobel Literature Winner Narrate the Suppression of Protests in South Korea?
Han Kang, a South Korean author, won the 2024 Nobel Literature Prize, marking a historic achievement for South Korea. Her works, particularly 'Human Acts,' address…
Imaging the Fruit Fly Brain: The 'Holy Grail' of Neuroscience
Scientists have successfully mapped the neural connections of a fruit fly's brain, marking a significant achievement in neuroscience. This mapping, which includes 140,000 neurons and…
What Impact Has One Year of War in Gaza Had on Netanyahu's Position and Israeli Society and Economy?
One year after the onset of the Gaza war, Israel faces significant turmoil in society and the economy, with Netanyahu maintaining strong political support despite…
David Grossman, Israeli Peace Advocate: We Have Very Few Tools to Convince
David Grossman, a prominent Israeli author, discusses the challenges faced by peace advocates in Israel following the deadly Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. He…
Human Costs and Destruction of the Gaza War According to Statistics
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in over 42,000 Palestinian and more than 1,000 Israeli deaths, with significant humanitarian crises in Gaza.…
French President Calls for Halt to Sale of Weapons Used in Gaza
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an end to the sale of weapons used in Gaza, emphasizing the need for a political solution in…
The Clipper Probe Ready for a Six-Year Journey to Reach the Ocean of Water in Space
The Europa Clipper probe is set to launch on October 11, embarking on a six-year journey to explore Europa, a moon of Jupiter believed to…