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…
The United States Does Not Recognize the Independence Referendum in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
The U.S. has stated it does not recognize the independence referendum held in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which saw over 92% support for independence.…
US: Ready to Mediate Between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan if Requested
The US has expressed readiness to mediate between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan if requested, amidst rising tensions following a recent independence referendum in the region.…
Bagheri: Iranian and Iraqi Military Teams to Visit Borders on Thursday
Iran's military chief stated that Iran does not recognize the recent independence referendum in Iraq's Kurdistan region and emphasized the importance of a unified Iraq.…
Kurdistan Region of Iraq Ready to Negotiate with Baghdad on International Oversight of Airports
The Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq is open to negotiations with Baghdad regarding international oversight of its airports, following a referendum where 92.73% voted for…
Continued Actions by the Spanish Government to Prevent the Catalonia Independence Referendum
The Spanish government is intensifying efforts to prevent a Catalonia independence referendum scheduled for October 1st, labeling it illegal. Tensions have escalated between Madrid and…
Iraqi Forces Participate in Turkish Army Exercises
Iraqi military forces participated in Turkish military exercises following a controversial independence referendum in Iraqi Kurdistan. Turkey opposes the referendum and threatens military and economic…
U.S. Supreme Court Postpones Review of Trump's Previous Immigration Order
The U.S. Supreme Court has postponed the review of Trump's previous immigration order that barred citizens from predominantly Muslim countries after he issued a new…
Rouhani Responds Negatively to Kurdish Independence Referendum in Iraq for the Third Time
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has reiterated his opposition to the Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq, emphasizing the importance of Iraq's territorial integrity. This stance reflects…
Hamas Says It Is Willing to Negotiate with Fatah on Forming a Government
Hamas has expressed willingness to negotiate with Fatah to form a united government and resolve ongoing disputes. This development follows years of conflict between the…
The Ritual of Sacrifice: Violence or Closeness?
The article discusses the ritual of sacrifice in Islam, questioning its relevance and implications in modern society. Scholars Majid Mohammadi and Abdolali Bazargan debate the…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Halt to Destruction of Mass Grave of 1988 Executions in Ahvaz
Amnesty International has called on Iranian authorities to stop the destruction of a mass grave in Ahvaz, where victims of the 1988 executions are buried.…
Controversy Over the Exclusion of Israel's National Team Captain Amid World Cup Qualifiers
Israel's national football team captain, Eran Zahavi, was sidelined following a public outburst during a qualifying match, leading to significant political and public backlash. This…