April 2017
Israeli Minister: 300 Palestinian Prisoners Agree to End Hunger Strike
300 Palestinian prisoners have agreed to end their hunger strike after two weeks, although they did not achieve their demands. Over 900 prisoners continue to…
Erdogan Threatens New Attacks Against Kurdish Forces in Syria and Iraq
Turkey's President Erdogan has threatened new military actions against Kurdish forces in Syria and Iraq, urging the U.S. to cease its support for these groups.…
Trump: I Have Fulfilled All My Promises
Donald Trump claimed that he has fulfilled all his promises during a speech marking the 100th day of his presidency, citing various achievements. While a…
British Police Arrest Six in Anti-Terror Raids, One Woman Injured
British police conducted anti-terror raids leading to the arrest of six individuals and the shooting of a woman in London. These actions were taken in…
London Police Arrest Man with Several Knives on Suspicion of Terrorism
A 27-year-old man was arrested in London for carrying several knives near the Houses of Parliament, raising security concerns following a previous deadly attack. The…
Iraqi Shiite Militias Capture Ancient City of Hatra Near Mosul
Iraqi Shiite militias have claimed to capture the ancient city of Hatra, a UNESCO heritage site, located southwest of Mosul. This city has historical significance…
Call for Transparency in Open Letter to Reformist Policy Council
Over 1,600 activists have urged the Reformist Policy Council in Iran to clarify the electoral list-making process for upcoming city and village council elections, expressing…
Asma Jahangir: The Accusations Against Me Are Another Sign of the Climate of Fear in Iran
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, condemned a defamatory report by the Islamic Republic's news agency that accused her of…
Minister of Labor: Even with the creation of one million jobs per year, the unemployment rate will not change
The Iranian Minister of Labor stated that even with the creation of one million jobs annually, the unemployment rate will remain unchanged until 2021. Current…
U.S. Army: One of the Aides to the Leader of the Islamic State Group in Syria Killed
A U.S. military operation in Syria resulted in the death of Abdul Rahman Uzbeki, an aide to ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who was involved…
Trump: Paris Attack Helps Le Pen's Position in French Presidential Election
Donald Trump commented that the recent shooting in Paris will bolster Marine Le Pen's position in the upcoming French presidential election. The attack, claimed by…
The Family of Baqer and Siamak Namazi Appeals to Donald Trump for Help
The Namazi family is appealing to the Trump administration for the release of Baqer and Siamak Namazi, who are imprisoned in Iran. They describe their…
Taliban Attack on Afghan Army Base Leaves Dozens Dead and Injured
The Taliban launched a deadly attack on an Afghan army base near Mazar-i-Sharif, resulting in over 50 fatalities and numerous injuries. Afghan officials dispute the…
Accusations Between the Venezuelan Government and Opponents Regarding Attack on Children's Hospital
The Venezuelan government and opposition are blaming each other for an attack on a children's hospital amidst ongoing protests. Foreign Minister Delcy Rodríguez accused opposition-hired…
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Shooting in Paris
A shooting on the Champs-Élysées in Paris resulted in the death of one police officer and injuries to two others. The Islamic State claimed responsibility…
Shooting on the Champs-Élysées in Paris; 'One police officer killed'
A shooting on the Champs-Élysées in Paris resulted in the death of a police officer and injuries to two others. The main suspect is a…
Continued Protests in Venezuela
Massive protests continue in Venezuela against President Nicolas Maduro, with tens of thousands demanding freedom and elections. The opposition accuses Maduro of becoming a dictator…
Why is Iran's Economic Growth Not Sustainable?
The IMF forecasts a significant decline in Iran's economic growth from 6.5% in 2016 to 3.3% in 2017, citing reliance on oil revenues and political…
UK Parliament Supports Prime Minister's Plan for Early Elections
The UK Parliament has backed Prime Minister Theresa May's proposal for early elections on July 8, which she believes will strengthen her position in Brexit…
Iraqi Vice President: Islamic State Group Seeking Alliance with Al-Qaeda
Iyad Allawi, the Vice President of Iraq, revealed that ISIS is negotiating with Al-Qaeda for a possible alliance as Iraqi forces continue their offensive in…
European Union: Turkish Officials Should Seek Broader National Consensus
The EU has urged Turkey to seek a broader consensus following Erdogan's narrow victory in a constitutional referendum that could significantly alter the country's governance…
Donald Trump: Terrorism is a Threat to Religious Freedom
Donald Trump addressed the threat of terrorism to religious freedom in a speech, while commemorating Passover and Easter. He condemned recent attacks on churches in…
Meeting with Omid Alishenas
Omid Alishenas, a 34-year-old urban planning graduate, has been imprisoned since December 2016 for charges including conspiracy against national security and propaganda against the regime.…
Constitutional Referendum in Turkey: Presidential or Parliamentary System
Turkey is holding a referendum on constitutional changes that could shift the country from a parliamentary to a presidential system, granting President Erdoğan significant powers.…
Uzbekistan: We Had Warned the West About the Stockholm Attack Perpetrator
Uzbekistan's Prime Minister claims that Rahmat Akilov, the perpetrator of a deadly attack in Stockholm, had ties to Islamic State and that warnings about him…
General Nicholson Deems Use of Largest Non-Nuclear Bomb Against ISIS Successful
General John Nicholson announced the successful use of the largest non-nuclear bomb against ISIS in Afghanistan, with President Trump praising the operation. The bomb, designed…
Putin and Erdogan Support Investigation into Chemical Attack in Syria
Erdogan and Putin have expressed support for an investigation into a recent chemical attack in Syria that reportedly killed 87 people. The U.S. blames the…
The End of Berlusconi's Era; AC Milan Sold to Chinese Consortium
Silvio Berlusconi has sold AC Milan to a Chinese consortium for €740 million, marking the end of his 30-year ownership. This sale reflects the increasing…
The U.S. Used Its 'Mother of All Bombs' in Afghanistan
The U.S. military used its largest non-nuclear bomb, the 'Mother of All Bombs,' for the first time in Afghanistan against ISIS targets in Nangarhar province.…
South Korean Foreign Minister: The U.S. Will Inform Seoul of Any Potential Attack on North Korea
The South Korean Foreign Minister announced that the U.S. will notify Seoul of any potential military actions against North Korea. Concerns are rising in South…
Qazi Askar: We Will Not Act Against Saudi Arabia's Wishes During Hajj
Ali Qazi Askar confirmed that Iran accepted Saudi Arabia's condition to cancel the Dua-e-Kumayl ceremony during this year's Hajj. This decision reflects ongoing tensions between…
White House Spokesman Apologizes for Comments Related to Hitler's Actions
Shawn Spicer, the White House spokesman, apologized for comments comparing Hitler's use of chemical weapons to that of Bashar al-Assad in Syria. His remarks sparked…
UNICEF Warns of Significant Increase in Use of Children in Boko Haram Suicide Attacks
UNICEF reports a tripling in the use of children for suicide attacks by Boko Haram, with a significant number of victims being girls. This alarming…
Suspect in Stockholm Attack Confesses to Committing 'Terrorist Act'
A 39-year-old Uzbek man, Rahmat Akilov, has confessed to committing a terrorist act in Stockholm after driving a truck into pedestrians, resulting in four deaths.…
Major Explosion at Police Headquarters in Diyarbakir Leaves Several Injured
A significant explosion at the riot police headquarters in Diyarbakir, Turkey, injured several people and left one trapped. This incident occurs just before a contentious…
Persepolis Stopped and Esteghlal Khuzestan Defeated by Qatari Representatives
In the AFC Champions League, Persepolis drew 0-0 against Al Rayyan, while Esteghlal Khuzestan lost 2-1 to Lekhwiya. The results affect both teams' standings in…
Workers at Angouran Mine Block Access Road
Laid-off workers from the Angouran mine in Zanjan province have blocked access to the mine, protesting against job losses and the impact on local farmers.…
Egypt's President Calls for Three-Month State of Emergency
At least 44 people were killed in two church explosions in Egypt, prompting President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to call for a three-month state of emergency.…
Norwegian Police Report Discovery of a 'Bomb-like Object' in Oslo
Norwegian police destroyed a bomb-like object in Oslo and arrested a suspect after a loud explosion near a busy subway station. The incident follows heightened…
Two Explosions in Two Churches in Egypt Leave Dozens Dead and Injured
On April 8, two bombings in churches in Egypt resulted in at least 35 deaths and many injuries, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attacks highlight…
Microsoft Ends Support for Windows Vista
Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows Vista, making it highly vulnerable to cyber attacks. Users are urged to upgrade to newer versions of Windows…
Swedish Police: A 39-Year-Old Uzbek Man is the Main Suspect in the Stockholm Attack
A 39-year-old Uzbek man has been arrested as the main suspect in a deadly vehicle attack in Stockholm that killed four and injured 15. Swedish…
A Truck in Stockholm Runs Over Pedestrians, Killing at Least Four
A truck attack in Stockholm resulted in at least four deaths and multiple injuries, with the Prime Minister labeling it a terrorist act. The truck…
Bloody Wednesday in Iraq and Syria; ISIS Executes and Assassinated 55 People
ISIS executed or assassinated over 50 individuals in Syria and Iraq, with a significant massacre occurring in Deir ez-Zor. The group also shot down an…
Aung San Suu Kyi Denies 'Ethnic Cleansing' of Muslim Minority in Myanmar
Aung San Suu Kyi has denied allegations of ethnic cleansing against the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar, calling the term 'excessively strong.' This comes amid…
Female Representatives Demand Ali Larijani to Reform Discriminatory Laws
Female representatives in Iran's Parliament met with Speaker Ali Larijani to demand reforms of discriminatory laws against women. They emphasized the need for a female…
Is Having a Few Extra Kilograms Beneficial or Harmful to Your Health?
Recent studies present conflicting views on the health implications of being overweight. While an earlier study suggested that a few extra kilograms could reduce the…
Iranian-German Coach Becomes Bundesliga Phenomenon
Alexander Nouri, the Iranian-German coach of Werder Bremen, has transformed the struggling team into a contender for a European league spot after a series of…
Turkish President Announces Planning for New Operations in Syria
Turkish President Erdoğan announced plans for new military operations in Syria targeting groups Ankara labels as terrorists, including Kurdish militants and ISIS. This follows previous…
Hope to Find the Tasmanian Tiger After 80 Years
Australian scientists are launching a search for the Tasmanian tiger, believed extinct for 80 years, after recent sightings in Queensland. The initiative follows detailed reports…
Russian Police Investigate Possible Suicide Bombing in St. Petersburg Metro Explosion
A deadly explosion in the St. Petersburg metro has killed at least eleven and injured many others, with police investigating the possibility of a suicide…
The 'Surrender Syndrome': Children of Rejected Asylum Seekers in Sweden 'Fall into Coma'
In Sweden, a rare condition known as 'surrender syndrome' causes children of rejected asylum seekers to enter a state resembling coma after their families' applications…
Six Arrested in London for Assaulting Iranian Asylum Seeker
Six individuals were arrested in London for assaulting a 17-year-old Iranian asylum seeker, resulting in a skull fracture. The incident has raised concerns about rising…
Flynn Did Not Disclose Some Payments from Russia in Initial Financial Disclosure
Michael Flynn, the former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump, failed to disclose payments from Russian entities in his initial financial disclosure. This raises legal…
Restrictions Imposed on Hijab and Long Beards in China's Muslim Region
The Chinese government has imposed strict restrictions on hijabs and long beards in Xinjiang, citing a fight against Islamic extremism. These measures include prohibiting women…
Protesters Set Fire to Congress Building in Paraguay
Protests erupted in Paraguay after the Senate approved a constitutional reform allowing President Horacio Cartes to extend his term. Demonstrators set parts of the Congress…