December 2017
Continued Support from American Legislators for Protests in Iran
Protests against the Iranian government and economic conditions have spread across various cities, prompting U.S. legislators, including Senator Ted Cruz and Speaker Paul Ryan, to…
U.S. Welcomes $285 Million Reduction in U.N. Annual Budget
The U.S. has welcomed a $285 million cut in the U.N. budget for the fiscal year 2018-2019, viewing it as a positive reform. This move…
Pope Calls for Negotiations on Two-State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Pope Francis called for renewed negotiations for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine during his Christmas address, highlighting the suffering of children in the…
Pence: Increasing Threats from Iran Could Lead to a New Alignment in the Region
Mike Pence highlighted the growing threat from Iran, suggesting it has prompted new alignments among Arab nations. He emphasized the U.S. commitment to preventing Iran…
Trump: Seven Trillion Dollars Foolishly Spent in the Middle East
Donald Trump criticized previous U.S. spending in the Middle East while threatening to cut aid to countries voting against the U.S. decision on Jerusalem. Jordan…
UN Experts: Iran Must Immediately Revoke Ahmadreza Jalali's Death Sentence
UN experts are calling on Iran to revoke the death sentence of Ahmadreza Jalali, a physician accused of espionage, citing unfair trial practices and human…
Ahmadreza Jalali Denies Espionage Charges
Ahmadreza Jalali, a doctor sentenced to death for espionage, has publicly denied the allegations against him following the airing of a state-sponsored documentary that accuses…
Kurdistan Region Warns of Possible Iraqi Forces Attack; Baghdad Denies
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq has issued a warning about potential new attacks from Iraqi government forces on Peshmerga positions, which the Iraqi army has…
Mike Pence Delays Middle East Trip to Attend Senate Vote
Mike Pence has postponed his Middle East trip to attend a crucial Senate vote on a tax bill, which is significant for the Trump administration.…
Fatah Calls for Protests Against US Vice President's Visit
Fatah has called for protests against US Vice President Mike Pence's visit to Jerusalem, following Trump's recognition of the city as Israel's capital. The protests…
The Western Wall and Palestinian Reaction to U.S. Views
The Palestinian Authority has rejected U.S. statements supporting Israeli sovereignty over the Western Wall in East Jerusalem, asserting that such positions undermine the peace process.…
Four Palestinians Killed in Friday Protests Buried
Four Palestinians were killed during protests against Israeli forces in the West Bank and Gaza, leading to widespread anger and protests during their funerals. The…
Israeli Security Agency Interrogates Iranian Refugee Blogger 'Suspected of Illegal Contacts with Iran'
Neda Amin, an Iranian blogger who recently sought asylum in Israel, is being interrogated by the Israeli security agency Shin Bet on suspicion of illegal…
UN Secretary-General's Report on Iran's Missile Tests and Nuclear Agreement
The UN Secretary-General's report indicates that Iran is likely ignoring demands to halt its ballistic missile program while remaining compliant with the nuclear agreement. The…
Israeli Minister of Intelligence Calls for Saudi King to Visit Israel
Israeli Minister Yisrael Katz has called for Saudi Arabia to take a leading role in initiating a peace plan between Israel and the Palestinians, suggesting…
Putin: US Decision on Israeli Capital Destroys Middle East Peace Prospects
Vladimir Putin condemned the US decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, warning it could destabilize the region and end peace talks with Palestinians. The…
Moscow and Cairo Sign $21 Billion Contract for Nuclear Power Plant Construction in Egypt
Moscow and Cairo signed a $21 billion contract for a nuclear power plant in Egypt during Putin's visit, marking a significant deepening of ties. The…
The U.S. Expresses Regret Over Mahmoud Abbas's Decision Not to Meet with Mike Pence
The U.S. expressed regret after Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas decided not to meet with Vice President Mike Pence during his upcoming visit, amid ongoing…
Ayatollah Khamenei Praises Alireza Karimi's 'Intentional Loss' to His Russian Opponent
Alireza Karimi intentionally lost a wrestling match to avoid facing an Israeli opponent, receiving praise from Ayatollah Khamenei for his decision. This incident highlights the…
Second 'Shame March' by Israelis Against Netanyahu
Israeli protesters held a second 'Shame March' against Prime Minister Netanyahu, demanding his resignation and a swift trial for corruption charges. The protests, which saw…
Arab League: The US Should Reconsider Its Decision on Israel's Capital
Arab foreign ministers have urged the US to reconsider its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, citing potential violence escalation in the region. This follows…
Whose 'Holy' Jerusalem is it?
The article discusses the implications of Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, questioning whether it will lead to peace or further crisis. Experts…
A White House Official: Canceling the Meeting Between Pence and Mahmoud Abbas is Counterproductive
A White House official criticized the potential cancellation of a meeting between Vice President Mike Pence and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, calling it counterproductive. This…
Palestine and Israel After Trump's Order
On December 5, 2017, President Trump announced the U.S. would recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital and move the embassy there, a move that has sparked…
Saudi Arabia Warns America About Consequences of Moving US Embassy in Israel
King Salman of Saudi Arabia warned President Trump that moving the US embassy to Jerusalem would inflame Muslim sentiments worldwide and increase regional tensions. This…
Palestinians: Trump Told Abbas He Plans to Move the US Embassy to Jerusalem
US President Donald Trump informed Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas of plans to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, prompting severe warnings…
Netanyahu to Iranian Wrestler: The Bullies Who Forced You to Lose Will Lose Themselves
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sent a message to Iranian wrestler Alireza Karimi after he was forced to lose a match to avoid facing an…
Kushner: Trump Has Not Yet Decided on Israel's Capital
Jared Kushner announced that President Trump has not yet made a decision on recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital or moving the U.S. embassy there. Palestinian…
Donald Trump Not Worried About Michael Flynn's Guilty Plea
Donald Trump publicly stated he is not worried about Michael Flynn's guilty plea and cooperation with the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.…
A Sport That Took on a Tragic-Comedic Color
Last week, Iranian sports showcased a blend of tragedy and comedy through two events: a young wrestler was forced to lose a match to avoid…