May 2016
Erdogan's Unilateral Governance
The ruling Justice and Development Party in Turkey has elected Binali Yildirim as Prime Minister, consolidating Recep Tayyip Erdogan's power as he seeks to formalize…
Protest by Fruit and Vegetable Market Workers in Tehran
Workers at fruit and vegetable markets in Tehran protested against municipal policies by striking and closing their stalls. The municipality has responded with threats of…
Dozens Injured in Supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr's Demonstration in Baghdad's Green Zone
Hundreds of supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr clashed with Iraqi security forces in Baghdad's Green Zone, leading to dozens of injuries and at least one reported…
Israel Expels Turkish Airline Pilot with Iranian Passport
Israel expelled a Turkish airline pilot holding an Iranian passport upon his arrival at Tel Aviv airport, refusing Turkey's request for his temporary stay. This…
Israeli General's Concern Over Intensifying 'Anti-Palestinian Racism'
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized General Golan for comparing current Israeli society to Nazi Germany, emphasizing that such comparisons diminish the Holocaust. The discussion highlights…
Venezuelan Opponents: Maduro Will Fall
Nicolás Maduro has declared a 60-day state of emergency in Venezuela, citing conspiracies against him, which has sparked strong opposition from his political rivals. They…
Iranian Writers Association: The President is Responsible for Book Censorship
The Iranian Writers Association has condemned President Hassan Rouhani for his comments on freedom and security for writers, asserting that he is responsible for ongoing…
Collective Protest of Mountaineers Across Iran Against Constitutional Violations
Over 800 Iranian mountaineers have protested against the Mountaineering Federation's practices, claiming they violate constitutional rights to free education and physical training. They argue that…
The Path That Davutoğlu Could No Longer Continue
Ahmet Davutoğlu announced his resignation from the leadership of Turkey's AKP party and the premiership, citing a loss of support within the party. This resignation…
Controversy Over Comparison of Israel to Nazi Germany
General Yair Golan's remarks comparing current Israeli societal trends to pre-Nazi Germany have ignited a significant controversy in Israel during Holocaust memorial ceremonies. While right-wing…
Naghdi: Teachers' Problems Should Not Be Raised in Society
Mohammad Reza Naghdi, head of the Basij Organization, stated that teachers' issues should not be trivialized to material concerns and should not be discussed publicly.…