August 2024
Journalists Report Being Excluded from Government Ceremony Attended by Mohammad Reza Aref
Journalists were excluded from recent government ceremonies attended by Mohammad Reza Aref, raising concerns about media access and transparency in Iran. Despite initial invitations, reporters…
Tehran Governor: Illegal Immigrants Will Be Deprived of Urban and Non-Urban Services
The governor of Tehran has announced that illegal immigrants, particularly Afghan nationals, will be deprived of urban services and must leave the country quickly. This…
Russian Journalist Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Criticizing War Against Ukraine
Sergey Mikhailov, a Russian journalist, was sentenced to eight years in prison for criticizing the war in Ukraine and sharing information about civilian casualties. His…
Afghan Female Athlete Wins First Medal for Refugee Team at Paralympic Games
Zakia Khodadadi, an Afghan para-taekwondo athlete, won the first medal for the refugee team at the Paralympic Games, marking a historic achievement for Afghan athletes.…
Islamic Republic's Push for Greater Restrictions on Cyberspace; Behdarvand Urges Ministers to Implement Khamenei's 'Order'
Ali Khamenei has called for increased restrictions on cyberspace in Iran, prompting government officials to implement his directives for better management. This push for control…
Pakistan Has 'Blocked' Payments for Imported Electricity and Oil from Iran
Pakistan has blocked payments for electricity and oil imports from Iran due to U.S. influence over its government. This situation highlights the strained economic relations…
Dismissal of Head of Social Sciences Faculty at Allameh University Following 'Insult' to Mahsa Amini; Reactions: 'Scoundrel, Wretch' Dismissed
Ali Entezari, head of the Social Sciences Faculty at Allameh University, was dismissed after making insulting remarks about Mahsa Amini's death. His comments sparked widespread…
Abdulkarim Hosseinzadeh, Sunni Representative, Appointed as Deputy to Behdar
Abdulkarim Hosseinzadeh has been appointed as the Deputy President for Rural Development by Masoud Behdar, marking the first time a Sunni has held such a…
The Passing of Gholamreza Afkhami, Senior Social Sciences Researcher; Prince Reza Pahlavi Expresses Condolences
Gholamreza Afkhami, a prominent Iranian social sciences researcher, passed away in the U.S. Prince Reza Pahlavi expressed his condolences and highlighted Afkhami's contributions to Iranian…
Deadly Attack by Shiite Group in Nigeria on Police Officers
A Shiite group in Nigeria, the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, attacked police officers in Abuja, resulting in two deaths and several injuries. This incident highlights…
UN Criticizes Taliban's 'Moral Law' That Makes Women's Voices in Afghanistan Illegal
The UN has criticized the Taliban's new 'moral law' that restricts women's freedoms and silences their voices in public. This law is part of a…
Increase of Over One Million Tomans for Each Coin in the Iranian Market
Gold and coin prices in Iran have surged significantly due to a sharp increase in global gold prices, with each coin rising by over one…
New Taliban Restrictions: Women's 'Tempting' Voices Must Not Be Heard in Public Places
The Taliban has announced new laws restricting women's voices in public, mandating hijab, and enforcing strict moral codes. These measures, which include prohibitions on music…
New Law by Taliban Leader: Women's Voices, Even When Reciting the Quran, Are Prohibited
The Taliban leader has issued a new law prohibiting women's voices, even when reciting the Quran, as part of a broader set of restrictions on…
US Aircraft Carrier Abraham Lincoln Arrives in the Middle East
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has arrived in the Middle East amid rising tensions following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. This deployment…
Taliban: Security Forces Dismissed for 'No Beards'; We Destroyed 21,000 Musical Instruments
The Taliban announced the dismissal of over 280 security personnel for not having beards and reported the destruction of over 21,000 musical instruments. The Ministry…
Judiciary Spokesman Calls Reactions to Arzu Badri Case 'Media Manipulation'; Jahangir: 'The Issue is Not Related to Hijab'
Arzu Badri was shot by police in Iran for not adhering to mandatory hijab laws, leading to severe injuries and allegations of media manipulation by…
Blinken Announces Netanyahu's Agreement to Ceasefire in Gaza; 'Cairo Negotiations This Week'
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that Israel has accepted a new ceasefire proposal for Gaza and the release of hostages, with negotiations set…
Israel Targets Hezbollah Weapons Depot in Eastern Lebanon
The Israeli army has targeted Hezbollah's weapons depots in eastern Lebanon, leading to significant explosions and injuries. This escalation follows a recent drone attack by…
Suspension of Central Bank of Libya's Activities After Abduction of an Official
The Central Bank of Libya has suspended its operations after the abduction of IT head Musab Muslim in Tripoli. This incident follows protests against the…
A Student Dies After Falling from a Building While Working in Chabahar
A 19-year-old student, Zahid Parandakh, died after falling from a construction site in Chabahar due to a lack of safety equipment. The incident highlights ongoing…
Meeting of the National Security Council Secretariat Formed Following Nurses' Strike; Health Ministry to Provide Solutions in Three Days
The National Security Council Secretariat convened to address the ongoing nurses' strike in Iran, which has lasted for twelve days. The Health Ministry has been…
Alan Delon, French Cinema Star, Passes Away at 88
Alan Delon, a prominent French actor known for his roles in the 1960s and 70s, has died at 88 due to illness and old age.…
Nationwide Power Outage in Lebanon After Shutdown of Last Power Plant
Lebanon has experienced a nationwide power outage following the shutdown of its last operational power plant due to fuel shortages. This crisis is a result…
Review of Proposed Ministers' Plans Begins in Parliament; Pezeshkian Says Government Will Adhere to Khamenei's Policies
The Iranian parliament began reviewing the plans of 19 proposed ministers by Massoud Pezeshkian, who emphasized adherence to Khamenei's policies. Despite facing criticism, Pezeshkian defended…
Head of Armed Forces Judicial Organization Reports on the 'Arrest of the Shooter' of Arzu Badri
Arzu Badri, a 31-year-old woman, was shot by Iranian government forces for not adhering to mandatory hijab laws, resulting in severe injuries and paralysis. The…
Yoga: A Solution for Strengthening the Mind and Combating Alzheimer's
Recent studies highlight yoga's potential benefits for cognitive health, particularly in combating Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Sat Bir Singh Khalsa from Harvard Medical School emphasizes yoga's…
UN Experts Express Concern Over Reports of Political Prisoners' Conditions in Bahrain; Manama Denies Claims
UN experts raised concerns about the treatment of political prisoners in Bahrain, specifically regarding the lack of air conditioning and basic necessities in prisons. Bahraini…
How Bangladeshi Students Overthrew the Former Ruler of Their Country?
Bangladeshi students successfully overthrew Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina after widespread protests against her authoritarian regime, sparked by demands for job quota reforms. The movement has…
Protest by Political Prisoners in Lakan Prison Following Transfer of Two Women to Intelligence Office
Female political prisoners in Lakan Prison protested after two activists were transferred to the Intelligence Office for interrogation. This incident highlights the ongoing repression of…
Death of Palestinian Twin Infants on Birth Certificate Issuance Day Due to Israeli Attack
A Palestinian man, Mohammad Abulqosman, lost his twin infants, wife, and mother-in-law in an Israeli attack shortly after receiving their birth certificates. This tragic event…
Head of Iranian Bar Association Reports About 20 Murders and 60 Serious Assassination Attempts Against Lawyers in the Last Decade
The head of the Iranian Bar Association reported alarming statistics regarding violence against lawyers, including 20 murders and over 60 assassination attempts in the past…
Pressure on the Family of Pooja Bakhtiari Continues
The Bakhtiari family, seeking justice for Pooja Bakhtiari who was killed during the 2019 protests, continues to face harassment and arrests from Iranian authorities. Recent…
Muhammad Yunus Takes the Helm of Bangladesh
Muhammad Yunus has been sworn in as the head of Bangladesh's interim government following Sheikh Hasina's resignation and flight to India amid widespread protests. His…
As the Gaza War Enters Its Eleventh Month, Israel Promises to Eliminate Yahya Sinwar
Israel has vowed to eliminate Yahya Sinwar, the new Hamas leader, as the Gaza war continues into its eleventh month. This comes amid preparations for…
Significant Decline in Iran's Steel Production Due to Electricity Shortages
Iran's steel production has significantly declined due to severe electricity shortages, with major companies reporting drops of up to 42%. This situation threatens the steel…
Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Appointed Senior Advisor to Bangladesh's Interim Government
Muhammad Yunus has been appointed as a senior advisor to Bangladesh's interim government following the resignation and flight of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amidst violent…
Arrest of Mehrdad Bakhtiari; Saba Bakhtiari: Armed forces threatened my defenseless brother and violently abducted him
Mehrdad Bakhtiari was violently arrested by armed agents of the Islamic Republic shortly after he spoke out about the mistreatment of his brother in court.…
Hossein Shandizadeh Charged with 'Propaganda for Israel' in Revolutionary Court
Hossein Shandizadeh, a social media activist, has been charged with multiple offenses, including propaganda for Israel and insulting sacred beliefs, in a Revolutionary Court. His…
Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Becomes Head of Bangladesh's Interim Government
Muhammad Yunus has been appointed as the head of Bangladesh's interim government following the resignation and flight of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. This transition…
Bangladesh Parliament Dissolved; Opponents Demand Interim Government Led by Nobel Peace Prize Winner
The President of Bangladesh dissolved parliament following Sheikh Hasina's resignation and flight to India, amid protests demanding an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad…
Resignation and Departure of Bangladesh Prime Minister; Army Commander: A Temporary Government Will Be Formed
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned amid ongoing protests and violence, reportedly fleeing to India. General Wakerul Zaman announced the formation of a temporary government…
Family of Tajzadeh Requests Leave from Judiciary Chief After Two Years in Prison
Fakhr al-Sadat Mohtashami Pour, the wife of political prisoner Mostafa Tajzadeh, has appealed to the head of Iran's judiciary for her husband's release after two…
New Wave of Violence in Bangladesh Leaves Over 90 Dead and Hundreds Injured
A new wave of protests in Bangladesh has resulted in at least 91 deaths and hundreds of injuries, primarily due to clashes between police and…
Calls for the Resignation of the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Protests Turn Violent Again
Protests in Bangladesh have escalated, with thousands demanding justice for those killed in previous demonstrations and calling for the Prime Minister's resignation. The protests, initially…
37 Women Prisoners in Evin Banned from Visits Following Protest Against Death Sentence for Pakhshan Azizi
37 women prisoners in Evin prison have been banned from visits after protesting the death sentence of Kurdish activist Pakhshan Azizi. This protest highlights ongoing…
Hassan Bagherinia, Expelled Professor of Hakim Sabzevari University, Summoned to Court
Hassan Bagherinia, a professor expelled from Hakim Sabzevari University, has been summoned to court to defend against serious charges related to his outspoken criticism of…
U.S. Defense Secretary Cancels Agreement with 9/11 Terror Attack Suspects; Cases Reopened
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has canceled a plea agreement with Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants in the September 11 attacks, reopening their cases.…
An Extremist Cleric's Attempt to Create a 'Special Island for Shiites' in Britain
Sheikh Yasser al-Habib, a Kuwaiti extremist cleric in Britain, is attempting to purchase the remote Torsa Island to establish a homeland for Shiites. He has…
Russian Forces Advance in Donetsk Province of Ukraine
Russian forces are advancing in Donetsk province, particularly around Pokrovsk, leading to civilian evacuations and significant destruction. Survivors recount harrowing experiences as the city becomes…
The New York Times Reports Confessions from Three Suspects of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two accomplices have agreed to confess to their roles in the September 11 attacks in exchange for life imprisonment, avoiding the…