July 2017
Australia: We Have Thwarted a Terrorist Plot to Down an Airplane
Australian security forces have thwarted a terrorist plot aimed at downing an airplane, arresting four individuals in Sydney. The plot was reportedly inspired by extremist…
Window; Continued Arrests of Supporters of 'Erfan Halqeh'
Eighteen supporters of the 'Erfan Halqeh' sect were arrested in Iran by the IRGC, amidst ongoing global criticism of the treatment of religious minorities. The…
Presidential Office: Refrain from Speculating About the Twelfth Cabinet
The Iranian Presidential Office has urged media to stop speculating about the composition of Hassan Rouhani's new cabinet, labeling recent reports as unsubstantiated. This comes…
Trump Appoints National Security Secretary as His Chief of Staff; John Kelly Replaces Reince Priebus
Donald Trump appointed John Kelly as his new Chief of Staff, replacing Reince Priebus, who resigned. This change reflects Trump's ongoing reshuffling of his administration…
Knife Attack at Supermarket in Hamburg Leaves One Dead and Six Injured
A knife attack in Hamburg resulted in one death and six injuries, with the assailant in custody. The attacker is a 26-year-old from the UAE,…
Friday Prayer at Al-Aqsa Amidst Heavy Israeli Security Measures
Tens of thousands of Palestinians attended Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque amid heavy Israeli security, reflecting ongoing tensions and recent clashes. The situation remains volatile,…
Government Proposal to Parliament for a 10% Increase in Water and Electricity Prices
The Iranian Minister of Energy has proposed a 10% increase in water and electricity prices to align them with actual costs, citing previous price stagnation…
Senate Fails to Repeal Obamacare
The U.S. Senate has failed to repeal the Affordable Care Act, known as Obamacare, after Republican senators opposed the repeal. The Senate's recent vote reflects…
The U.S. Senate Votes to Negotiate the Repeal of Obamacare
The U.S. Senate voted to negotiate a Republican plan to repeal Obamacare, marking a significant step for President Trump in uniting his party. Despite some…
Israeli Embassy Staff in Jordan Return to Tel Aviv
Israeli embassy staff in Jordan returned to Tel Aviv after a shooting incident involving a security guard who shot a Jordanian citizen. The incident has…
Over 700 Drug Dealers Arrested in Tehran in 24 Hours
Tehran police arrested over 700 drug dealers and thugs in a 24-hour crackdown, revealing ongoing issues with drug abuse and insufficient rehabilitation facilities in the…
17% of Iranians Have a Desire to Use Drugs
The Iranian government has approved a state drug distribution plan aimed at reducing addiction and severing ties between addicts and traffickers. Statistics show that 17%…
Only 10 Percent of Working-Age Women in Iran Are Employed
A recent report reveals that only 10 percent of working-age women in Iran are employed, highlighting significant gender disparities in the labor market. Despite high…
Sean Spicer Resigns as White House Press Secretary
Sean Spicer has resigned as White House Press Secretary, with Anthony Scaramucci appointed as his successor. Spicer's resignation reportedly stemmed from his opposition to Scaramucci's…
Chester Bennington, Lead Singer of Linkin Park, Passes Away
Chester Bennington, the lead singer of Linkin Park, was found dead at his home, believed to have committed suicide. He struggled with depression and addiction…
Humans Arrived in Australia 18,000 Years Earlier Than Previously Thought
New archaeological findings suggest that humans arrived in Australia 65,000 years ago, 18,000 years earlier than previously thought. This discovery alters the timeline of human…
Shooting in Olympic Village Square of Tehran Leaves One Dead
A police chase in Tehran's Olympic Square resulted in the death of a female thief and the injury of a male accomplice during a robbery…
Death of a Robber in Police Shooting in Tehran
A police chase in Tehran led to the death of a female robber and the injury of a male accomplice after they attempted to rob…
A Senior Security Official from Iraqi Kurdistan: Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is Alive
A senior Kurdish official claims to be 99% certain that ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is still alive, despite conflicting reports about his death. This…
Reopening of Al-Aqsa Mosque Following Deadly Shootings
Following deadly shootings at the Al-Aqsa Mosque, Israel has reopened two gates for Muslim worshippers while maintaining strict security measures. The incident involved Israeli security…
Turkey Dismisses 7,000 More Individuals on the Anniversary of the Failed Coup
On the anniversary of the failed coup in Turkey, the government dismissed 7,000 individuals, adding to the tens of thousands dismissed or arrested in the…
Pentagon: ISIS Leader in Afghanistan Killed in U.S. Forces Attack
The Pentagon confirmed the death of Abu Saeed, the ISIS leader in Afghanistan, during a U.S. military operation in Kunar province. This marks another significant…
Murder of Two German Tourists and Five Police Officers in Two Separate Attacks in Egypt
Two separate attacks in Egypt resulted in the deaths of two German tourists and five police officers. The incidents highlight the ongoing violence and threats…
Death of Two Israeli Policemen Following Shooting Near Al-Aqsa Mosque
A shooting incident near the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem resulted in the deaths of two Israeli policemen and three Arab Israeli attackers. The event is…
The United States Calls for the Release of Liu Xiaobo's Wife from House Arrest
The U.S. Secretary of State has called for the release of Liu Xiaobo's wife from house arrest following Liu's death from cancer. Liu Xiaobo was…
Aref Calls for Rouhani to Consult Reformists for Cabinet Formation
Mohammad Reza Aref, head of the Reformist Policy Council, urged President Rouhani to consult with reformists for his new cabinet, emphasizing the reformists' role in…
Donald Trump Congratulates Victory in Mosul
Donald Trump congratulated Iraqi forces on their victory in recapturing Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant moment in the fight against terrorism. The operation involved…
Iraqi Army Clashes to Capture Last Stronghold of Islamic State in Mosul
The Iraqi Army is engaged in fierce battles to capture the last stronghold of ISIS in Mosul, where hundreds of militants are reportedly using civilians…
Hundreds of Thousands of Erdogan Opponents Demand 'Justice' in Istanbul
Hundreds of thousands of Erdogan's opponents gathered in Istanbul demanding justice, marking one of the largest protests in recent years. Led by Kemal Kilicdaroglu, the…
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces 'Victory' in Mosul
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi declared victory over ISIS in Mosul, marking a significant milestone in the battle that has lasted eight months. The Iraqi…
Iran Human Rights Organization: 239 Executions in the Past Six Months
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported 239 executions in Iran over the last six months, with only a fraction reported by official media. A parliamentary…
At least 23 Egyptian soldiers killed in armed militants' attack
At least 23 Egyptian soldiers were killed in suicide bombings at military checkpoints in North Sinai, with additional casualties reported. The Egyptian army has retaliated…
Severe Clashes Between G20 Protesters and German Riot Police in Hamburg
Severe clashes erupted in Hamburg between G20 summit protesters and German riot police, with around 100,000 participants voicing their discontent over the G20's failure to…
Increased Likelihood of Conflict Between Turkish Forces and Syrian Kurdish Militias
Tensions are escalating between Turkish forces and Syrian Kurdish militias, with the latter warning of potential conflict due to Turkey's military actions in northern Syria.…
Iraqi Commander: 300 Islamic State Fighters Still Resist in Mosul
An Iraqi commander reported that approximately 300 Islamic State fighters are still resisting in a small area of Mosul, while Iraqi forces continue their advance.…
Medical University Faces 'Body Crisis'
Iran's Medical University is experiencing a severe shortage of bodies for educational purposes, prompting officials to propose importing them from abroad. Ahmad Shojaei, head of…
37 Suspects Linked to ISIS Arrested in Turkey
Turkish police arrested 37 suspects linked to ISIS in a coordinated anti-terror operation across multiple provinces. The arrests are part of ongoing efforts to dismantle…
Iran Police: Over Two Thousand Cases of 'WannaCry' Ransomware Infection Reported
Iran's police report over 2,100 infections of the 'WannaCry' ransomware, primarily affecting government and private organizations. The ransomware demands a $300 Bitcoin payment to avoid…
Abbas Urges African Nations to Condition Relations with Israel on Ending Occupation
Mahmoud Abbas called on African nations to make their relations with Israel contingent on ending its military occupation of Palestinian territories during a summit in…
US Army: 'Syrian Democratic Forces' Breached the Wall of Old Raqqa
The US Army reports that Syrian Democratic Forces have breached the wall of old Raqqa, aiding their advance against ISIS. This development is crucial as…
Benjamin Netanyahu: A Clash of Civilizations Between Forces of Good and Evil is Underway
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu declared a 'clash of civilizations' is ongoing, emphasizing U.S. leadership in this struggle during a visit to the USS George Bush…
Bus Accident in Southern Germany Leaves 18 Dead and 30 Injured
A tragic bus accident in Bavaria, Germany, has resulted in 18 fatalities and 30 injuries among elderly passengers. The incident occurred during a traffic jam…
Syrian Democratic Forces Enter Southern Raqqa
Syrian Democratic Forces have entered southern Raqqa, marking a significant advance against ISIS, which has controlled the city since 2014. This operation is part of…
UN: Half a Million Syrian Refugees Have Returned Home
The UN reports that around half a million Syrian refugees have returned home due to a decrease in violence, although this is a small fraction…