December 2017
Tillerson and the Change in Washington's Policy Towards Tehran
Rex Tillerson announced a shift in U.S. policy regarding Iran, stating that the nuclear agreement is no longer central to their approach. The U.S. will…
Khawand: People See No Outlook for Exiting the Economic Situation
Protests erupted in various Iranian cities against inflation and rising prices. Economist Fereydoun Khawand highlighted the disconnect between government claims of controlling inflation and the…
At least 40 killed in suicide attacks in Kabul
A series of suicide attacks in Kabul targeting a cultural center and a news agency resulted in at least 40 deaths and over 30 injuries,…
From Iranian Christmas to Hashemi's 'Sedition'
The program discusses the atmosphere of Christmas in Iran, sports news including Esteghlal's potential removal from the AFC Champions League, and various political topics with…
Deaths in Cinema in 2017
In 2017, the film industry mourned the loss of several iconic figures including Jerry Lewis, Jonathan Demme, and Jeanne Moreau. Their contributions to cinema spanned…
U.S. Welcomes $285 Million Reduction in U.N. Annual Budget
The U.S. has welcomed a $285 million cut in the U.N. budget for the fiscal year 2018-2019, viewing it as a positive reform. This move…
Mutual Divorce Among the Top 10 Requests in Iranian Courts
A judiciary official in Iran has reported that mutual divorce is among the top 10 requests in courts, with an increasing divorce rate noted by…
Kyiv's Reception and Moscow's Anger at the U.S. Decision to Enhance Ukraine's Defense Capabilities
The U.S. has decided to enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities by providing weapons, which has been welcomed by Ukraine but condemned by Russia. This escalation could…
If a Strong Earthquake Strikes...
Tehran officials warn of the potential for a stronger earthquake following a recent 5.2 magnitude quake. Mohsen Hashemi highlights the inadequate capacity of crisis management…
Johnson Emphasizes 'Plenty of Evidence' of Russian Interference in Other Countries' Elections
UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson met with his Russian counterpart, asserting there is substantial evidence of Russian interference in foreign elections, including the Brexit referendum,…
Yalda Night with Farda Station
Radio Farda is hosting a special Yalda Night program featuring various humorous segments and notable guest appearances. The event aims to engage listeners through interactive…
UN Human Rights Commissioner Warns About New Coalition in Austrian Government
The UN Human Rights Commissioner has warned that the new far-right coalition government in Austria, led by Chancellor Sebastian Kurz, poses a dangerous shift in…
Trump's Reaction Following Special Counsel's Access to Transition Team Emails
Donald Trump reacted to the special counsel's access to emails from his transition team, calling it disturbing but stated he does not plan to fire…
Significant Decrease in Number of Refugees in Germany in 2017
The number of refugees entering Germany has significantly decreased from nearly 900,000 in 2015 to under 200,000 in 2017, largely due to the EU-Turkey agreement…
Ghasemi: Negotiations on the Caspian Sea Maritime Borders Will Not Conclude Soon
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahram Ghasemi stated that negotiations regarding the maritime borders of the Caspian Sea will not conclude soon, despite recent claims from…
Minister of Communications: Reports on Details of Asymmetrical Filtering are Completely False
Iran's Minister of Communications, Mohammad Javad Azari Jahromi, denied reports of a proposed asymmetrical filtering plan for the internet, calling them false. The Human Rights…
Arab League: The US Should Reconsider Its Decision on Israel's Capital
Arab foreign ministers have urged the US to reconsider its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, citing potential violence escalation in the region. This follows…
UN's Request to North Korea for Communication Channel to Reduce Conflict Risk
The UN's Jeffrey Feltman visited North Korea to discuss establishing communication channels to prevent conflict and emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions amid rising tensions.…
Fifth Ballon d'Or for Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo has won his fifth Ballon d'Or in 2017, tying with Lionel Messi. This award marks another significant achievement in their ongoing rivalry, as…
Increased Calls for Democratic Senator's Resignation Due to Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Democratic Senator Al Franken faces increasing pressure to resign following multiple sexual misconduct allegations, with at least 32 senators calling for his resignation. This situation…
Time Magazine Chooses 'Silence Breakers' as Person of the Year
Time Magazine has named the 'Silence Breakers', women who have come forward about sexual harassment, as its Person of the Year. This recognition highlights the…
UNICEF: Toxic Air Pollution is Dangerous for Infants' Brains
UNICEF has issued a warning about the dangerous levels of toxic air pollution affecting infants' brain development, particularly in South Asia and East Asia. The…
A New Album by Jimi Hendrix with Unreleased Songs to Be Released
A new album titled 'Both Sides of the Sky' featuring unreleased songs by Jimi Hendrix will be released on March 9, 2018. This album is…
Netanyahu to Iranian Wrestler: The Bullies Who Forced You to Lose Will Lose Themselves
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent a message to Iranian wrestler Alireza Karimi after he was forced to lose a match to avoid facing an…
Trump Criticizes the FBI in Connection with Russia Investigation
President Trump criticized the FBI after the dismissal of an agent over anti-Trump messages and reiterated that he never sought to end the investigation into…
EU's Decision to Cut Funding for Turkey's Accession to the Union
The European Union has decided to cut funding for Turkey's accession, including a reduction of 175 million euros and a potential cut of a 3.5…