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December 2014
Approximately 400 People Visit Tehran Emergency Services in One Day Due to Pollution
On December 29, nearly 400 patients in Tehran sought emergency medical treatment due to severe air pollution, reflecting a significant increase in respiratory and heart-related…
The U.S. Expresses Deep Concern Over the Raid on Radio Free Europe Office in Baku
The U.S. has expressed serious concerns over the Azerbaijani government's treatment of Radio Free Europe staff following a police raid and office closure in Baku.…
Interrogation of Journalists from Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty in Baku
The Azerbaijani police have interrogated journalists from Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, using force to transfer them to the prosecutor's office, raising concerns about press freedom.…
ISIS Positions in Iraq and Syria Targeted by Airstrikes 39 Times
The U.S.-led coalition conducted 39 airstrikes against ISIS positions in Syria and Iraq, significantly impacting the group's military capabilities. The strikes included the targeting of…
Arson Attack on Mosque in Sweden Leaves Five Injured
An intentional fire at a mosque in Skellefteå, Sweden, injured five people and is being investigated as arson. The incident reflects the rising anti-immigrant sentiment…
Dog Follows Ambulance to Stay with Its Sick Owner
A touching incident in Brazil where a dog followed an ambulance to stay with its sick homeless owner has gone viral on social media. The…
Pope Condemns Ruthless Persecution of Religious Minorities Worldwide
Pope Francis condemned the violence against religious minorities and children in his Christmas message, highlighting the suffering of Christians in Iraq and Syria. He called…
A Few Cubic Meters of Love: The Story of an Iranian Boy's Love for an Afghan Girl
The film 'A Few Cubic Meters of Love' tells the poignant story of an Afghan girl and an Iranian boy in love amidst the struggles…
Police Shooting of Armed Black Man in Missouri Sparks Protests
A police shooting of an armed Black man in Missouri has sparked protests reminiscent of previous unrest following the killing of Michael Brown. The incident…
Australia: Discovery of Evidence Regarding Potential Terrorist Attack on Government Centers
The Australian Federal Police have arrested two suspects linked to a potential terrorist threat against government facilities following a recent hostage situation in Sydney. Prime…
Erdogan: Efforts to Control Turkey's Population are Treason
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan condemned population control efforts as treason, insisting that a growing young population is essential for Turkey's future. His remarks come…
Concerns in France Following 'Deliberate Accident' of Vehicle with Pedestrians
A driver in Nantes, France, injured 10 pedestrians in a deliberate vehicle attack, raising concerns following similar incidents. Officials claim the driver was mentally unstable,…
Lone Wolves: Personality Crisis or Extremism?
A man with a long history of severe mental illness attacked pedestrians in Dijon, France, while another man assaulted police officers in Joué-lès-Tours. Analysts are…
A Garbage Truck Collides with Pedestrians in Central Glasgow
A garbage truck in Glasgow killed six and injured seven after veering onto a sidewalk. The police have ruled out terrorism, suggesting the driver may…
Man in France Attacks Pedestrians with Car Shouting 'Allahu Akbar'
A man in Dijon, France, attacked pedestrians with a car while shouting 'Allahu Akbar', injuring 11 people. This incident follows another attack in which a…
Digging Graves for 'Unknown Martyrs' in the Most Famous Tourist Square of Yazd
The burial of eight unknown martyrs from the Iran-Iraq war is set to occur in Yazd's historic Amir Chakhmaq square, despite opposition from cultural heritage…
Attack by assailant shouting Allahu Akbar injures three police officers in France
A 20-year-old man attacked three police officers in France while shouting Allahu Akbar, injuring them before being shot dead by police. The assailant was identified…
Bodies of Eight Children Found in a House in Australia
Eight children were found dead in a house in Cairns, Australia, alongside a severely injured woman believed to be their mother. The incident has shocked…
Iran's Police Chief States That Perpetrators of Isfahan Acid Attacks Have Not Been Arrested, Raises Concerns About Public Psychological Security
The Iranian police chief has confirmed that those responsible for the acid attacks in Isfahan remain at large, suggesting that public inquiries into the incident…
The U.S. Strongly Condemns Taliban Attack on School in Peshawar
The Taliban launched a deadly attack on a military-run school in Peshawar, Pakistan, killing over 130 people, primarily students. U.S. President Barack Obama condemned the…
Police Chief: Sydney Hostage-Taker Was a Fraudster Who Fled Iran
Mohammad Hassan Manteqi, an Iranian refugee in Australia, was killed during a hostage situation in Sydney. He had fled Iran after committing fraud and had…
Iran: We Informed Australia About the Hostage-Taker's Psychological Conditions
An Iranian refugee, Mohammad Hassan Manteqi, took hostages in a Sydney café and was killed during a police raid. The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the…
Hostage Situation at 'Lindt Cafe' in Sydney Ends with Police Assault
A hostage situation at the Lindt Cafe in Sydney ended with a police assault that resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including the hostage-taker,…
Hong Kong Dismantles Last Camps of Pro-Democracy Protesters
The Hong Kong government has dismantled the last remaining camps of pro-democracy protesters, arresting several activists in the process. This action reflects ongoing tensions between…
Protests and Demonstrations in Various Cities Across the U.S.
Tens of thousands protested across the U.S. against police violence towards unarmed Black citizens, particularly in response to recent grand jury decisions exonerating police officers…
Attacks and Suicide Bombings in Afghanistan Leave at Least 20 Dead
On December 13, a series of attacks and suicide bombings in Afghanistan resulted in at least 20 deaths, including two American soldiers and members of…
Australian Government Accused of Human Rights Violations Regarding Refugees
An Australian Senate inquiry has accused the government of human rights violations against refugees on Manus Island, where an Iranian refugee was killed during riots.…
Palestinian Minister Dies Following Clash with Israeli Police
Ziad Abu Ein, a Palestinian minister, died during a clash with Israeli border police while protesting against Israeli settlements in the West Bank. His death…
Alert at U.S. Embassies Ahead of Senate Committee Report Release
The U.S. is bracing for potential security threats ahead of the release of a Senate report detailing harsh interrogation methods used by the CIA post-9/11.…
An American Female Teacher Murdered in Abu Dhabi
An American teacher was murdered in a shopping center in Abu Dhabi by an unknown assailant wielding a sharp object. The police are investigating the…
Deputy of Theft Combat at Police Acknowledges Halt in Theft Growth Compared to Previous Year
The Deputy of Theft Combat at Iran's police reports a halt in the growth of theft rates this year, contrasting with a significant increase last…
BBC Sound of 2015: Nominees Announced
The BBC has announced the nominees for its prestigious Sound of 2015 award, which recognizes emerging musical talent. Notable past winners include Adele and Sam…