Immigration and Customs Enforcement
June 2016
Seizure of Assets of Five Illegal Iranian Migrants at Copenhagen Airport
Danish police seized 11,000 euros from five illegal Iranian migrants at Copenhagen Airport, marking the first enforcement of a controversial law limiting the cash asylum…
Tehran Security Police Shut Down American Brand Fashion Show
Tehran's security police shut down a planned fashion show for the American brand Levis at the Rosha commercial center just before it was set to…
Fars Police Announce Causes of Accident Involving Soldiers' Bus
A bus carrying soldiers in Fars province overturned due to driver error and inadequate road safety measures, resulting in multiple fatalities. The police have assigned…
Suicide Attacks at Istanbul Airport Leave at Least 10 Dead
Two suicide bombers attacked Istanbul's Atatürk Airport, resulting in at least 10 deaths and numerous injuries. The incident involved gunfire and subsequent explosions in the…
Bud Spencer, Actor of 'Bigfoot', Passes Away
Bud Spencer, a famous Italian actor known for his roles in spaghetti westerns and popular films, has passed away at the age of 86. His…
UNICEF Warns of Deep Inequality Between Poor and Rich Children
UNICEF's recent report highlights the growing inequality between poor and rich children, with alarming statistics on child mortality and education. The report calls for urgent…
Confiscation of Pet Dogs in Shahinshahr; Police and Prosecutor Deny Reports
Reports emerged of police confiscating pet dogs in Shahinshahr, Isfahan, but both police and the local prosecutor denied these claims, stating no legal orders were…
Arrest of 'Inviters' for the '90s Generation' Meeting in Mashhad
Two young individuals were arrested in Mashhad for inviting others to a gathering called the '90s Generation,' which aimed to demonstrate youth activism similar to…
Belgium Arrests Two in Connection with Potential Terrorist Attacks
Belgian police have arrested two men suspected of planning an attack on football fans in France. This comes amid heightened security concerns following previous terrorist…
Hostage Situation in Southwestern Germany Ends with Attacker's Death
A hostage situation in a cinema in Weinheim, Germany, ended with the attacker being shot dead by security forces. No hostages were harmed, and the…
Arrest of Three Suspects in Planning Attack on Sexual Minorities in Turkey
Three suspects, including a Turkish citizen and two Dagestani nationals, were arrested in Turkey for planning an attack on a rally for sexual minorities. The…
Kamkars; Kurdish Melody, Symphony Orchestra, and War Children
The Kamkars performed a charity concert in London to support war children in Syria, featuring a mix of classical and Kurdish music. The event highlighted…
Suicide Attack on Minibus Carrying Nepali Workers in Kabul
A suicide bomber attacked a minibus in Kabul carrying Nepali security guards, resulting in at least 14 deaths. The Taliban claimed responsibility, marking the first…
12 Arrested in Belgium on Suspicion of Planning Terrorist Attacks
Belgian police arrested 12 individuals suspected of planning terrorist attacks after conducting raids across the country, primarily in Brussels. No weapons or explosives were found…
An 'Iranian Immigrant Hostage-Taker' Killed in a Store in Texas
Mohammad Moghaddam, an Iranian immigrant, was killed by police after taking two hostages at a Walmart in Texas. The incident stemmed from workplace tensions and…
British Parliament Member Stabbed and Shot to Death
Jo Cox, a Labour MP in the UK, was fatally attacked in Birstall, leading to widespread shock and the cancellation of political campaigning ahead of…
Turkey and the Terrorism Crisis
Turkey is facing a severe security crisis marked by a rise in terrorism and instability, significantly impacting its political landscape and regional security. The government's…
European Championship; Dozens Arrested in Lille Clashes
Clashes between English and Russian football fans in Lille resulted in nearly 40 arrests and 16 injuries, prompting police intervention and increased security measures. UEFA…
The Trials of Parvaneh Kazemi, Conqueror of Everest
Parvaneh Kazemi, an Iranian mountaineer, has made history by becoming the first woman to successfully ascend both Everest and Lhotse in one season, despite facing…
ISIS Loyalist in France Had a 'List' of People to Kill
An ISIS-affiliated individual in France killed a police commander and his partner, and had a list of targets including police officers and celebrities. This incident…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Attack on Police Chief in Paris
The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a terrorist attack in Paris that resulted in the death of a police officer and his family. The…
Continuation of Screening for the Film 'We Won't Get Used to It' Approved
The screening of the film 'We Won't Get Used to It' has been allowed to continue after a week of suspension due to its advertisements…
Iraq: ISIS Members Hide Among Civilians Fleeing Fallujah
Iraqi police have arrested over 500 ISIS members hiding among civilians fleeing Fallujah, where thousands are trapped as the Iraqi army advances to reclaim the…
A French Police Commander Killed by a 'Loyalist to ISIS'
A police commander in France was killed by an assailant who pledged allegiance to ISIS, along with a woman, while a three-year-old boy was rescued…
Arrest of Armed Individual Heading to LGBTQ Parade in Los Angeles
James Wesley Howell, a 20-year-old from Indiana, was arrested in California while allegedly heading to the Los Angeles LGBTQ parade with weapons and bomb-making materials.…
Increase in US Drilling Rigs for the Second Time in 2016
American oil companies have increased their drilling rigs for the second time in 2016 as oil prices hit $50 per barrel, signaling a potential recovery…
Telegram Gathering in Tehran Leads to Temporary Closure of a Mall
A Telegram-organized gathering of young people in Tehran's Kourosh Mall led to police intervention and the mall's temporary closure due to crowding. This incident highlights…
Shooting in Tel Aviv Market Leaves Four Dead
A shooting at Sarona Market in Tel Aviv resulted in four deaths and several injuries. Two Palestinian cousins were identified as the attackers, with one…
Death of Two Police Officers Following Car Explosion in Turkey
Two police officers were killed in a car explosion in southeastern Turkey, following a previous explosion in Istanbul that killed 11. The Turkish government blames…
Israeli Judge Refuses to Extend Detention of Al-Alam Journalist
Israeli police released journalist Bassam Al-Safadi from the Iranian Al-Alam network after a court refused to extend his detention on charges of incitement. He will…
In Iran, 17% of Girls Under 18 Get Married
A report reveals that 17% of girls under 18 in Iran are married, with significant implications for their rights and social status. The issue is…
UN Calls for the Release of Zeinab Jalalian, Kurdish Activist
The UN has called for the immediate release of Zeinab Jalalian, a Kurdish activist imprisoned in Iran, citing violations of her human rights during detention.…
Israel Arrests Iranian 'Al-Alam' Network Journalist in Golan Heights
Israeli police arrested Bassam Al-Safadi, a journalist from the Iranian network Al-Alam, in the Golan Heights on charges of spreading false reports and supporting terrorism.…