February 2019
India Welcomes Pakistan's Decision to Release Captured Indian Pilot
Indian military officials welcomed Pakistan's decision to release an Indian pilot captured during recent tensions, but signs of de-escalation from India are lacking. The situation…
Lada's Move Towards Iran?
AvtoVAZ, the maker of Lada, plans to enter the Iranian market as Western automakers exit, potentially replacing Renault products. This move follows Renault's suspension of…
Pakistan's Prime Minister Warns of 'Miscalculation' in Kashmir Crisis
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated following airstrikes and claims of downed fighter jets, with both countries asserting military actions against each other. Pakistan's…
Withdrawal of Foreign Troops: Main Focus of Taliban-US Talks in Qatar
The main focus of the ongoing US-Taliban negotiations in Qatar is the withdrawal of foreign troops and ensuring that terrorist groups do not establish themselves…
India has conducted an airstrike on a 'camp' in Pakistan-administered Kashmir
India has reportedly conducted an airstrike on a terrorist camp in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, escalating tensions following a recent deadly attack by a Pakistani Islamist group…
Zalmay Khalilzad and Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Meet in Qatar
Zalmay Khalilzad and Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar met in Qatar to discuss the Afghan peace process, marking a significant diplomatic engagement. Baradar's recent release from…
Music House and Ruhollah Khaleghi's Daughter Protest Distortion of the Anthem 'Ey Iran'
The Music House of Iran and Golnoush Khaleghi, daughter of the anthem's composer, protested against Astan Quds Razavi for releasing a version of 'Ey Iran'…
Airbus to Fill the Gap Left by the A380 with a New Generation of A350
Airbus plans to develop a new A350 model to replace the discontinued A380, aiming to compete with Boeing's 777X. Meanwhile, CityJet has withdrawn from using…
Farakh Sajjadi; The Overlooked Complementary Role
Farakh Sajjadi, a notable actor from pre-revolutionary Iran, has died, prompting reflections on his contributions to Iranian cinema. Taqi Mokhtar, a contemporary of Sajjadi, discusses…
Meeting with Rezvaneh Ahmadkhanbeigi
Rezvaneh Ahmadkhanbeigi, a 28-year-old graphic designer and activist for women's and political prisoners' rights, was arrested by security forces and is now imprisoned in Evin…
U.S. Concern Over Hezbollah's Increasing Role in Lebanon
The U.S. ambassador to Lebanon has raised concerns about Hezbollah's increasing influence in the Lebanese government, where it controls several key ministries. This situation is…
Pakistan Warns India: We Will Respond to Possible Attack
Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan warned India of retaliation if it attacks in response to a recent suicide bombing in Kashmir that killed 40…
Iranian Users' Tweets; Ghafoori and Karimi Respond to Khamenei's Jibes
Following Khamenei's criticism of athletes, Voria Ghafoori was summoned for opposing Zarif's comments on Palestine. This incident has sparked significant public support for Ghafoori and…
Concerns in Afghanistan Over Women's Absence in Talks with Taliban
Concerns have been raised regarding the absence of women in U.S.-Taliban peace negotiations in Afghanistan, as highlighted by Habiba Sarabi of the High Peace Council.…
Iran's Economy: Escaping Recession with Budgets Lacking Strength
The Iranian government's development budget for 1398 remains at 62 trillion tomans, unchanged from the previous year, raising concerns about its ability to stimulate economic…
European Parliament Calls on Saudi Arabia to End Guardianship of Women
The European Parliament has called on Saudi Arabia to abolish laws that require women to obtain permission from male guardians for various life decisions, labeling…
Death of Amir Pishdad, Veteran Political Activist in Iran
Amir Pishdad, a prominent Iranian political activist and physician, passed away at 88. He was a key figure in the leftist national movement, supporting Mohammad…
Pope Calls for End to Bloodshed in the Middle East During UAE Visit
Pope Francis visited the UAE, condemning wars in the Middle East and calling for peace, particularly in Yemen and Syria. His remarks come amid ongoing…
Taliban to Participate in Afghan Group Talks in Moscow
The Taliban will attend the Afghan Group Talks in Moscow, which will feature prominent Afghan political figures but no government officials. This meeting is significant…
The Parliament Granted Confidence to Saeed Namaki, Proposed Minister of Health
The Iranian parliament granted confidence to Saeed Namaki as the new Minister of Health amid concerns over the previous minister's resignation due to budget cuts.…
What Did the Revolution Do with 'Freedom'?
The article reflects on the promises of freedom made by Ayatollah Khomeini during the Iranian Revolution and how those promises were conditioned and ultimately contradicted…
Former Advisor to Rouhani: We Could Not Even Bring One Bill for Women to the Parliament
Shahindokht Molaverdi, a former advisor to President Rouhani, expressed her frustration over the lack of progress in women's rights legislation during her tenure, stating that…