September 2017
Police Deadline for Evacuating Occupied Schools in Catalonia
Supporters of Catalonia's independence are occupying schools to use them as polling stations for a referendum, while police have set a deadline for evacuation. The…
European Union: Only a Miracle Can Advance Brexit Negotiations by the End of October
The European Commission President, Jean-Claude Juncker, stated that only a miracle could lead to progress in Brexit negotiations by the end of October. British Prime…
Four Killed in Turkey's Army Clash with PKK Militants in Northern Iraq
A clash between the Turkish army and PKK militants in northern Iraq resulted in four deaths, including a Turkish soldier. This incident highlights ongoing tensions…
French President's Warning on Anti-Immigration Nationalism
French President Emmanuel Macron warned against the resurgence of anti-immigration nationalism, emphasizing its contradiction to EU principles. He proposed a common military force, a joint…
German Elections; A Far-Right Party Enters Parliament for the First Time in 70 Years
In the recent German parliamentary elections, the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) entered parliament for the first time in 70 years, securing 13.3% of…
Merkel on the Brink of Fourth Electoral Victory
Angela Merkel is leading in the upcoming German parliamentary elections with her party, the Christian Democratic Union, polling at over 36%. The rise of the…
Window; Baha'is Deprived of Education and Continued Detention of Political and Civil Activists
Over 70 Baha'i students have been barred from university due to their religious beliefs following this year's entrance exam results. Human rights advocates, including a…
Heir of L'Oréal Cosmetics Company Passes Away at Age 94
Liliane Bettencourt, the heir of L'Oréal and the richest woman in the world, passed away at 94, potentially altering the dynamics of L'Oréal and its…
Iran's Central Bank Announces Signing of First 'Banking Contracts' with European Banks
Iran has signed its first banking credit line contracts with European banks since the JCPOA, involving Oberbank and Danske Bank. This development signifies a renewed…
Sigmar Gabriel: Germany Will Strive to Preserve the Nuclear Agreement with Iran
German Foreign Minister Sigmar Gabriel emphasized Germany's commitment to preserving the nuclear agreement with Iran, regardless of the upcoming elections. He warned that U.S. withdrawal…
Rouhani: The JCPOA will either remain with its features or will be destroyed, no renegotiation
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani declared that the JCPOA is not open for renegotiation and will either remain intact or be destroyed. He emphasized Iran's commitment…
Arrest of One Person in Connection with London Subway Bombing
An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a bombing in the London subway that injured at least 29 people. The incident has prompted…
The number of injured in the 'terrorist' incident at a London metro station has reached 29
A bombing at Parsons Green metro station in London injured 29 people, with police labeling it a 'terrorist' incident. No fatalities have been reported, and…
The Death Toll from Irma Reaches 'At Least 40'; Florida Still Without Power
Hurricane Irma has caused at least 40 deaths, with millions in Florida still without power. The storm, which made landfall on September 10, has been…
Hurricane Irma: Millions Left Without Power in Florida
Hurricane Irma has caused widespread power outages in Florida, affecting over three million homes and businesses. U.S. President Donald Trump is set to visit Florida…
Gohar Eshghi Calls for an End to Oppression and Discrimination in Open Letter
Gohar Eshghi, mother of deceased blogger Sattar Beheshti, has written an open letter urging the Iranian authorities to end oppression and discrimination against ethnic and…
Hurricane Irma Claims at Least Three Lives in Florida
Hurricane Irma has hit Florida, causing widespread power outages and at least three fatalities. The storm, which previously devastated the Caribbean, is classified as one…
The Devastating Irma Storm is Approaching Florida
The Irma storm is approaching Florida, expected to hit Tampa after previously forecasted to strike Miami. Authorities have urged millions to evacuate as the storm…
Dollar, Financial Markets, and Oil Affected by Hurricane Irma
Hurricane Irma is wreaking havoc in the Caribbean and is approaching Florida, causing oil prices to rise and impacting financial markets. The storm has already…
Diverse Reactions from EU Members to Request for Halting Negotiations with Turkey
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's call to halt Turkey's EU accession talks has sparked mixed reactions among EU foreign ministers, with some supporting her stance while…
UN: Hurricane 'Irma' Will Impact the Lives of 37 Million People
Hurricane Irma, a Category 5 storm, is moving towards Florida after causing devastation in the Caribbean, particularly in Barbuda. The UN estimates that 37 million…
Emphasis by US and German Leaders on Intensifying UN Sanctions Against North Korea
US President Trump and German Chancellor Merkel have called for stronger UN sanctions against North Korea following its recent nuclear test. They condemned the test…
Turkey Condemns Germany's Position to End EU Membership Negotiations
Turkey's spokesperson condemned Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel for her call to end EU membership negotiations, accusing German politicians of populism. Relations have soured following Turkey's…
Oil Market Instability Following Hurricane Harvey and North Korea's Nuclear Test
The global oil market is experiencing instability due to Hurricane Harvey's impact on U.S. refining capacity and North Korea's recent nuclear test. These events have…
Merkel Calls for End to EU Membership Talks with Turkey
Angela Merkel has called for an end to Turkey's EU membership talks amid rising tensions between Germany and Turkey. This comes after her rival Martin…
Merkel's Reaction to the Arrest of Two Germans in Antalya: Possibility of Revising Relations with Turkey
Angela Merkel has warned of a decisive response to Turkey following the arrest of two German citizens in Antalya. This incident highlights the deteriorating relations…