March 2019
At least 35 people have died due to flooding in Afghanistan
Severe flooding in Afghanistan has led to at least 35 fatalities and significant damage to infrastructure, particularly in Faryab, Herat, Badghis, and Balkh provinces. The…
Four Palestinians Killed in Gaza Border Protests; Rocket Attack from Gaza to Israel
Four Palestinians were killed during protests at the Gaza-Israel border, coinciding with rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel. The situation is tense as it occurs…
U.S. Halts Aid to Three Central American Countries Due to Migrants
The Trump administration is cutting aid to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras due to their failure to curb illegal migration to the U.S. This decision…
Concerns Over Overflowing Dez and Karkheh Dams Due to Lack of Flood Warning Systems
Heavy rainfall has led to a critical situation at the Karkheh Dam, prompting emergency declarations in Khuzestan province. Officials are considering releasing excess water from…
Barham Salih: There is a Public Consensus on the Presence of American Forces in Iraq
Iraqi President Barham Salih affirmed a public consensus on the necessity of American forces in Iraq, contingent on their role in combating ISIS. This statement…
Trump Threatens to Close the Mexico Border by Next Week
Donald Trump has threatened to close the U.S.-Mexico border if Mexico does not stop illegal migrants from entering the U.S. This comes amid resource constraints…
British Parliament Rejects Theresa May's Brexit Deal for the Third Time
The British Parliament has rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for the third time, increasing the likelihood of a no-deal exit from the EU…
Venezuelan Government Bans Opposition Leader from Public Office for 15 Years
The Venezuelan government has disqualified opposition leader Juan Guaidó from public office for 15 years, citing financial misconduct. Guaidó, recognized as interim president by many…
UK Parliament to Vote Again on Brexit This Friday
The UK Parliament is set to vote again on the government's Brexit plan after previous failures. The EU has agreed to postpone Brexit until May…
Temporary Release of Three Women's Rights Activists in Saudi Arabia
Three women's rights activists in Saudi Arabia have been temporarily released after 10 months in prison, following allegations of abuse during their detention. Their release…
Egyptian Delegation Negotiates with Israel and Hamas for Ceasefire Implementation
An Egyptian delegation is mediating between Israel and Hamas to negotiate a new ceasefire as tensions rise ahead of a planned large protest by Hamas…
Step-by-Step Guide to Spending the Holidays
The program discusses listener comments on the differences in Nowruz celebrations this year compared to previous years, while also covering various news topics including the…
Following the Failure of the Brexit Session in the British Parliament, the Value of the Pound Decreased Again
The British Parliament's failure to approve alternative Brexit proposals has led to a further decline in the value of the pound. Prime Minister Theresa May's…
Theresa May's Promise to Resign if Parliament Approves Brexit Plan
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has promised to resign if Parliament approves her Brexit plan, aiming to secure support from dissenting Conservative Party members. This…
U.S. Attorney General's Intent to Release Mueller Report in Coming Weeks
U.S. Attorney General William Barr plans to release a public version of Robert Mueller's report on the Russia investigation in the coming weeks, following a…
UK Parliament Representatives Vote for Greater Control Over Brexit Decision-Making
UK Parliament representatives voted to give more control over Brexit decision-making to the legislative body, aiming to resolve the ongoing deadlock. This vote reflects a…
Israel: Seven Injured Following Rocket Fired from Gaza Striking a House
A rocket launched from Gaza struck a house in Israel's Sharon area, injuring seven people, including two children. This incident follows a recent escalation of…
Jahangiri Dismisses Golestan Governor
Eshaq Jahangiri, Iran's First Vice President, dismissed Golestan Governor Manaf Hashemi due to his absence during a severe flooding crisis. Hashemi was abroad while the…
Hundreds of Thousands March in London Demanding Another Brexit Referendum
Hundreds of thousands marched in London demanding a second Brexit referendum as the crisis over the UK's separation from the EU deepens. The demonstration is…
Nineteenth Week of Yellow Vest Protests; Ban on Demonstrations in Some Areas of Paris
The Yellow Vest protests in Paris continue for the nineteenth week, with significant police presence and a ban on demonstrations in certain areas due to…
170 People Killed in Nowruz Accidents
In the past week, 170 people have died in road accidents in Iran, with significant increases in casualties compared to previous years. Officials attribute the…
Zarif: 'They Even Distort the Torah for Iranophobia'
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's comments linking Donald Trump to divine intervention for Jewish safety against Iran,…
Continued Flooding in 10 Cities of Golestan; 9 People Have Died in Three Provinces
Severe flooding in Golestan province has resulted in 9 deaths and significant damage, with 70% of Aq Qala city submerged. The Iranian government is mobilizing…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini - What Happened to Us in 97?
The article is a New Year message from Kambez Hosseini reflecting on the past year (97) in Iran, emphasizing personal experiences and societal issues. It…
Alam al-Huda: Iran Hacked the Phones of Netanyahu's Family and His Rival
Ahmad Alam al-Huda claims Iran hacked the phones of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's family and his political rival. This assertion contradicts the Iranian Foreign Ministry's…
Capsizing of a Boat in the Tigris River in Iraq; 72 Dead and Dozens Missing
A boat capsized in the Tigris River in Iraq, resulting in at least 72 fatalities and many missing, primarily women and children. The passengers were…
The U.S. May Refuse to Deliver F-35 Fighters to Turkey
The U.S. is considering halting the delivery of F-35 fighters to Turkey due to Ankara's purchase of the Russian S-400 missile defense system, which the…
Clashes Between Dezful and Andimeshk Leave Several Injured
Clashes erupted between residents of Dezful and Andimeshk over the disputed location of an entrance sign, resulting in several injuries and property damage. The governor…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Reports the Release of Four 'Kidnapped' Border Guards
Iran's Foreign Ministry announced the release of four border guards kidnapped in 2018, thanking Pakistan for its role in the operation. Six other guards remain…
EU's Condition for Agreeing to Delay Brexit Implementation
Donald Tusk stated that a short delay in Brexit is possible if the UK Parliament approves the Prime Minister's plan. Theresa May has requested a…
UK Prime Minister's Request to the EU for Brexit Delay
UK Prime Minister Theresa May is seeking a three-month delay for Brexit as Parliament voted against her previous plan. The EU is currently considering options…
Ehud Barak's Mobile Phone and Computer Hacked and Sold to Iran
Ehud Barak's phone and computer were reportedly hacked and sold to Iran, as confirmed by Israeli security officials. This incident raises concerns about security and…
Opponents of Maduro Take Control of Three Venezuelan Diplomatic Centers in the U.S.
Juan Guaidó's supporters claim control over three Venezuelan diplomatic centers in the U.S., challenging Nicolás Maduro's legitimacy. This move is backed by the U.S. and…
Ferdowsipour: The Director of Channel Three Removed Program 90 from Tonight's Broadcast Schedule
Adel Ferdowsipour's Program 90 was removed from the broadcast schedule by the director of Channel Three, despite recent accolades for the show. There are conflicting…
Shooting Suspect Arrested in Utrecht, Netherlands
A shooting in Utrecht, Netherlands, resulted in three deaths and nine injuries, leading to the arrest of the suspect, Gokmen Tanis, who has a significant…
Israel's Supreme Court Allows Some Arab Parties to Participate in Elections
Israel's Supreme Court has allowed certain Arab parties to participate in upcoming elections, overturning previous rejections by the election committee. The ruling also permits two…
U.S. Senate Rejects Emergency Status for Border Wall Construction
The U.S. Senate voted to end the emergency status declared by President Trump for border wall construction, with 12 Republican senators joining Democrats in the…
UK Parliament Rejects Proposal for Another Brexit Referendum
The UK Parliament has rejected a proposal for a second Brexit referendum, with significant opposition from within the government. Prime Minister Theresa May faces further…
Is the 'Oneness of God' in Conflict with Tolerance and Pluralism?
The article discusses the relationship between monotheism and tolerance, featuring insights from philosophers Soroush Dabagh and Mehdi Jalali Tehrani. They debate whether the evolution from…
This Three-Year-Old Goat Becomes the 'Honorary Mayor' of a Town in Vermont
A goat named Lincoln has been elected as the honorary mayor of Fair Haven, Vermont, in a unique initiative aimed at raising funds for a…
I Have a Dream ... Alongside Photos of Women in Israel
The article discusses the similarities in the treatment of women's rights by hardline conservatives in Iran and Israel, highlighting recent protests and campaigns by women…
UK Parliament Rejects 'No Deal' Brexit Proposal
The UK Parliament voted against a no-deal Brexit for the second time, further weakening Prime Minister Theresa May's position and paving the way for a…
Collapse of School Building in Nigeria; "Dozens of Children are Trapped Under the Rubble"
A school building in Lagos, Nigeria collapsed, trapping dozens of students under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing, with 25 individuals rescued so far, but…
Trial of Women's Rights Activists Begins in Saudi Arabia
The trial of ten women's rights activists in Saudi Arabia began, with allegations of abuse and torture during detention. Loujain al-Hathloul, one of the activists,…
Former Trump Campaign Manager Paul Manafort's Prison Sentence Increased to Seven and a Half Years
Paul Manafort's prison sentence was increased to seven and a half years after a judge ruled he played a leadership role in his crimes. This…
Academic Fraud Case in the U.S.; From Famous Figures to Two Iranian-Americans
A major academic fraud case in the U.S. involves celebrities and two Iranian-Americans accused of bribing officials to secure university admissions for wealthy students. This…
Robert Levinson's Lawyer: The Lead in This Case is an American Refugee
Robert Levinson's lawyer claims that a lead in his disappearance case points to an American refugee, but authorities lack his address. Levinson, a former FBI…
British Parliament Representatives Reject Brexit Proposal for the Second Time
The British Parliament has rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit proposal for the second time, with 391 votes against and 242 in favor. The EU…
UN Reporter: Crackdown in Iran Has Intensified
The UN Special Rapporteur on Iran, Javaid Rehman, has reported an intensification of government repression against human rights activists, particularly targeting lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh, who…
Negative Reaction to Netanyahu's Comment on Israel as a Country for Jews: From the President to Wonder Woman
In the lead-up to the Israeli elections, Netanyahu's assertion that Israel is a country solely for Jews has sparked backlash from various figures, including the…
Mullah Omar, the Deceased Leader of the Taliban, Lived Near a U.S. Military Base
Bette Dam's new book reveals that Mullah Mohammad Omar, the late Taliban leader, lived near a U.S. military base in Afghanistan rather than in Pakistan…
Conflicting Reports on New Sentence for Nasrin Sotoudeh; Reza Khandan: 38 Years, Judge Moqiseh: 7 Years
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding Nasrin Sotoudeh's prison sentence, with her husband claiming a total of 38 years and 148 lashes, while a judge states…
Nationwide Power Outage in Venezuela Enters Its Fourth Day
Venezuela is experiencing its fourth consecutive day of a nationwide power outage, with President Nicolás Maduro blaming the U.S. for cyber attacks while experts cite…
Netanyahu's Rival Coalition Leads in Polls Ahead of Parliamentary Elections
As Israel approaches its parliamentary elections, the Blue and White coalition led by Benny Gantz and Yair Lapid leads in polls but has weakened significantly.…
Rafsanjani's Journal Entries in Purgatory; The Dimensions of Imam's Tears
The article discusses the humorous and surreal reactions to Ayatollah Khamenei's comments about the late Imam's tears in the afterlife, involving various figures in Iranian…
Khamenei's Representative: Iranian Graduates Should Not Return to the Country to Avoid Disappointment
Abu Muhammad Mortezavi, a representative of Khamenei, advised Iranian graduates abroad to remain in their host countries to avoid disappointment in Iran's job market. He…
Opponents of the Venezuelan Government Prepare for a 'Nationwide March in Caracas'
Juan Guaidó has called for a nationwide march in Caracas against Nicolás Maduro's government amid a severe power crisis. The opposition leader has challenged Maduro's…
Central Bank: The 4200 Toman Dollar Could Not Prevent the Increase in Basic Commodity Prices
The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, Abdolnaser Hemmati, stated that the preferential currency system has failed to prevent rising prices of basic goods…
Power Outages and Widespread Blackouts Fuel Humanitarian Crisis in Venezuela
Widespread power outages in Venezuela have heightened tensions between President Nicolas Maduro and opposition leader Juan Guaido, with both sides blaming each other. The outages…
Trump's Reaction to the Resolution Condemning Anti-Semitism in the U.S. House of Representatives
Donald Trump criticized the U.S. House of Representatives' resolution condemning anti-Semitism, labeling the Democratic Party as anti-Jew and anti-Israel. The resolution, initially aimed at addressing…
Abbas Maroofi: They Want to Distort My Narrative Against Ebrahim Raisi
Abbas Maroofi's recollection of his meeting with Ebrahim Raisi, published by 'Shargh,' presents a positive image of Raisi that contradicts his historical role in the…
How Much of a Concern is Hijab?
The article discusses the historical significance of mandatory hijab in Iran, initiated by Ayatollah Khomeini 40 years ago, and its ongoing relevance as a civil…
Learning from Algeria
The article draws parallels between the political situations in Iran and Algeria, highlighting the aging leadership of Bouteflika and the crisis facing both regimes. It…
An Obsession Named the Female Body
The article discusses the societal pressures and obsessions surrounding women's bodies, particularly regarding beauty standards and body hair. It features insights from women's rights activist…
Resolution Against Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia Passed in the U.S. House of Representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, largely in response to comments made by Ilhan Omar regarding Israel. The resolution…
Macron's Invitation to Nasrin Sotoudeh Delivered to Her Husband
Emmanuel Macron invited imprisoned Iranian lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh to join the G7 Gender Equality Advisory Council, with the invitation delivered to her husband. This recognition…
Meeting with Ansieh Abdolhosseini
Ansieh Abdolhosseini, a civil activist in Tehran, has been imprisoned for her participation in protests and critical social media activity. Her case highlights the ongoing…
Three Labor Organizations: The Minimum Wage for Workers Should Be Seven Million Tomans
Three independent labor organizations in Iran are demanding a minimum monthly wage of seven million tomans for workers, citing the rising cost of living. They…
Venezuela Expels German Ambassador
Venezuela expelled the German ambassador after he supported opposition leader Juan Guaidó, who has returned to the country amid intensified protests against President Nicolás Maduro.…
Turkish Interior Minister Announces Joint Operations with Iran Against Kurdish Groups
Turkey's Interior Minister announced a joint operation with Iran against the PKK, a Kurdish militant group considered terrorist by Turkey and the West. This collaboration…
Mohammad Khatami: It is unlikely that people will come to the polls in the next elections based on our words
Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami expressed doubt that citizens will participate in future elections, citing a lack of real reforms and increasing public despair. He…
Meeting with Youssef Farhadi Babadi
Youssef Farhadi Babadi, a 37-year-old environmental activist and master's student, is imprisoned for his advocacy work. He has been involved in environmental campaigns since 2015,…
Dissatisfaction of American Legislators with Trump's Approach to the Khashoggi Murder Report
U.S. senators expressed frustration with the Trump administration's lack of transparency regarding the Khashoggi murder case. Key figures, including Lindsey Graham and Bob Menendez, are…
Trump: The U.S. Will End Trade Exemptions for India
Donald Trump announced plans to revoke trade exemptions for India, citing insufficient market access guarantees during negotiations. This move could significantly impact U.S.-India trade relations,…
Al Jazeera's New Report on Khashoggi's 'Murder': 'Severed Head' Taken to Riyadh
Al Jazeera's recent report reveals new details about the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, including that his body was burned in an oven at the…
Discovery of 1,500 Smuggled Turtles at Manila Airport
Philippine authorities have seized over 1,500 rare turtles smuggled in luggage at Manila Airport. The turtles were found in bags belonging to a Filipino traveler…
The 200th Anniversary of Gustave Courbet: Painting, Eroticism, and Nature
The article commemorates the 200th anniversary of Gustave Courbet, highlighting his significant contributions to realism and eroticism in art. It discusses the impact of his…
Ali Larijani's Reaction to Nobakht's Letter: 'He Has No Right to Say Such a Thing'
Ali Larijani criticized the head of the Planning and Budget Organization for claiming the government's salary increase decision is impractical. This controversy arises as the…
Bernie Sanders Officially Enters U.S. Presidential Race; Trump Attacks Socialism
Bernie Sanders has officially entered the 2020 U.S. presidential race, criticizing Donald Trump as 'dangerous' and focusing on his middle-class roots. In response, Trump attacked…
Police Complaint Against Farhad Majidi, Football Coach, Gains Ground
Farhad Majidi, coach of Tehran's Esteghlal football team, is facing potential police complaints after a confrontation with a traffic officer over a speeding violation and…
The United States Imposes New Sanctions on Venezuelan Officials
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on six Venezuelan officials for blocking humanitarian aid, amid a severe economic crisis in Venezuela. Nicolás Maduro's regime is…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini; Why Does Zarif Keep Quitting?
The article discusses the recent behavior of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, who initially announced his resignation but later retracted it. The commentary suggests…
Zarif or Soleimani; Which One is More Influential Today?
The article discusses the current influence of Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif compared to Qassem Soleimani. It highlights the tensions within Iran's political landscape,…
Pakistan Releases Indian Pilot
Pakistan released an Indian pilot captured during escalating tensions following a deadly attack in Kashmir. This move is seen as a gesture of goodwill aimed…
Taliban Attack on Military Base in Helmand Province of Afghanistan 'Repelled'
The Taliban launched an attack on the Shorab military base in Helmand, Afghanistan, which was repelled by Afghan forces with some casualties reported. The attack…