April 2016
Disciplinary Action Against 16 American Soldiers Related to the Kunduz Hospital Attack
The U.S. government is set to announce disciplinary actions against 16 soldiers involved in the airstrike on a Doctors Without Borders hospital in Kunduz, Afghanistan,…
UN: Famine and Hunger in North Korea are Worsening
The UN's FAO has reported a significant decline in food production in North Korea, leading to increased risks of famine and hunger among its population.…
International Aid for Chernobyl Radiation Control
International organizations have pledged 87.5 million euros to help secure the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, which remains a hazard 30 years after its catastrophic explosion.…
Obama Urges Britain Not to Leave the European Union
President Obama has urged British citizens to vote to remain in the EU, emphasizing that issues like terrorism and economic problems are better resolved within…
Iran Faces 'Finding Ships' Challenge for Increasing Oil Exports
Iran is facing challenges in finding tankers for its increasing oil exports due to the condition of its fleet and ongoing international reluctance to engage…
Turkey Sets Deadline for EU Agreement Implementation
Turkey's Prime Minister has set a deadline for the EU to lift visa requirements for Turkish citizens, threatening to cancel agreements if the deadline is…
Beginning of Iran-Europe Nuclear Cooperation in This Calendar Year
Iran and Europe have announced a new nuclear safety cooperation project supported by the EU, following a meeting between key officials. This initiative is part…
EU Foreign Policy Chief Visits Tehran
Federica Mogherini, the EU's foreign policy chief, visited Tehran to meet with Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. The visit aims to enhance…
Federica Mogherini Arrives in Tehran
Federica Mogherini, the EU's foreign policy chief, visited Tehran to discuss cooperation between Iran and Europe, following a recent trip by the Italian Prime Minister.…
6.6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Pakistan-Afghanistan Border
A 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, with tremors felt in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and India. No casualties or damages have been reported yet. This…
Panama Papers: Salvadoran Police Raids Mossack Fonseca Offices
The Salvadoran police raided the offices of Mossack Fonseca, a company implicated in global tax evasion scandals known as the Panama Papers. This action follows…
Germany: The Number of Asylum Applications Reviewed Has Doubled in the Past Three Months
Germany has seen a significant increase in asylum applications, with 180,000 reviewed in the first quarter of 2023, more than double last year's figures. The…
Two-Week Deadline for Thousands of Stranded Migrants in Piraeus Port
Greece has issued a two-week ultimatum to thousands of migrants in Piraeus, urging them to move to government camps or face expulsion. This move aligns…
French Company Peugeot Receives Official Investment License for Iran
Peugeot has received an official investment license to establish a joint venture with Iran Khodro, marking a significant step in reviving automotive production in Iran…
Europe Gives Green Light to Gene Therapy for Children
The European Medicines Agency has approved the first gene therapy for children suffering from severe combined immunodeficiency, developed by GlaxoSmithKline and Italian scientists. This therapy…
Greece Begins Process of Returning Refugees to Turkey
Greece has begun returning refugees to Turkey, starting with a group of 131 individuals. This process is part of an EU-Turkey agreement, which has raised…
Amnesty International: Turkey Returns Syrian Refugees, Not a Safe Country
Amnesty International has accused Turkey of illegally returning thousands of Syrian refugees to their war-torn country, contradicting international laws. The Turkish government denies these claims,…
Head of Criminal Investigation Department in Iranshahr Killed in Clash with 'Outlaws'
The head of the Criminal Investigation Department in Iranshahr was killed during a confrontation with armed individuals labeled as 'outlaws'. This incident highlights ongoing violence…