August 2015
A 'Foreign Suspect' Arrested in Connection with Bangkok Explosion
A foreign suspect has been arrested in connection with the deadly explosion at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok, initially thought to be Turkish but denied…
Electricity 'Dumping'? Dispute Between the Ministries of Energy and Oil
The Iranian Oil Minister has requested the cessation of cheap electricity exports, accusing the Energy Ministry of dumping. This dispute highlights the inefficiencies in Iran's…
Death of One Person and 200 Cats in Fire at Cat Shelter in Eshtehard
A fire at a cat shelter in Eshtehard led to the tragic deaths of its founder, Ms. Raoufi, and around 200 cats. The incident has…
The Disruptor of the Azadi Stadium Match is a Film Director
Ali Malaghli Pour, a film director, disrupted a charity football match to protest the reduced screenings of his film due to competition from another film.…
Iranian Official Consults with Russia on Sukhoi 30 Fighter Jets
An Iranian official has consulted with Russian leaders about Sukhoi 30 fighter jets, while negotiations for the S-300 missile defense system face ongoing obstacles. The…
Two Iraqi Generals Killed in Islamic State Bombing in Anbar Province
Two Iraqi generals were killed in a suicide bombing by ISIS while they were advancing in Anbar province. This attack highlights the ongoing struggle between…
The Contract for Establishing the First Nuclear Fuel Bank in Kazakhstan Signed
Kazakhstan has signed a contract to establish the world's first nuclear fuel bank, which will likely store some of Iran's low-enriched uranium. This initiative aims…
Neft Loses to Al Ahli of the UAE at Azadi Stadium
Naft Tehran lost 1-0 to Al Ahli of the UAE in the first leg of the AFC Champions League quarter-finals. The team faces a challenging…
Murder of Two Journalists in Virginia, USA During Live Television Broadcast
Two journalists were shot and killed during a live broadcast in Virginia by a former employee of the news network. The shooter, Vester Flanagan, filmed…
Efforts to Register Darabgerd as a World Heritage Site
Efforts are underway to register the ancient city of Darabgerd and its mud wall as a UNESCO World Heritage site and in the Guinness World…
Iran's Readiness to Transfer 100% Land Ownership to Foreign Investors
Iran is prepared to offer full land ownership to foreign investors as part of its strategy to attract foreign capital and boost exports. This announcement…
Nasrin Sotoudeh: I Have Been Threatened with Death, Acid Attacks, and Mutilation
Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent Iranian lawyer and human rights activist, has reported receiving multiple threats of violence, including death and acid attacks, amid her ongoing…
Barak: Netanyahu Considered Military Attack on Iran's Nuclear Sites Three Times
Ehud Barak revealed that Benjamin Netanyahu considered military strikes on Iran's nuclear sites in 2010, 2011, and 2012, with significant internal debate and opposition from…
North Korean Leader Orders Full Military Readiness at Frontline
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered full military readiness at the frontline amid escalating tensions with South Korea, following artillery exchanges. This situation is…
Addition of Kurdish Section to Persian Literature Textbook in Kurdistan
Kurdistan Province will introduce a Kurdish section in the Persian literature textbook for high school students starting next academic year, with support from the Ministry…
Decrease in Agricultural Production in Germany Due to Drought
Germany is experiencing a significant decrease in agricultural production due to severe drought conditions that have persisted since May. The German National Farmers' Union reports…
Iranian Navy Engages Pirates in Gulf of Aden
The Iranian Navy successfully repelled two pirate attacks on an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden, marking the 186th confrontation with pirates. The…
Kimia Alizadeh Defeats Olympic Champion from London
Kimia Alizadeh won the gold medal in taekwondo at the Grand Prix in Russia by defeating the Olympic champion Jade Jones. This victory marks a…
An Indonesian passenger plane with 54 occupants has crashed
An Indonesian passenger plane with 54 people on board crashed in Papua after losing contact with air traffic control. The wreckage was found later that…
Supporters of the Nuclear Agreement Gather in Various Countries
Supporters of the Iran nuclear agreement organized gatherings in over 100 cities globally on August 15. Prominent figures, including civil rights activist Al Sharpton, are…
American Hostage Was 'Sex Slave' of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi Before Her Death
ABC News reports that Kayla Mueller, an American hostage, was used as a sex slave by ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi before her death. Her…
Octopuses: 'Alien Creatures?'
A new study reveals that octopuses have a unique genome that differs significantly from all other Earth creatures, suggesting they may be more alien than…
At least 44 dead and hundreds injured in two massive explosions in China
Two massive explosions in Tianjin, China, resulted in at least 44 deaths and hundreds of injuries, with many individuals still unaccounted for. The explosions are…
South Korea: North Korean Deputy Prime Minister Executed
The South Korean news agency reported that Choe Yong Un, the Deputy Prime Minister of North Korea, was executed in June for opposing Kim Jong…
Foreign Tourists Heading to Iran; 'Hotels Fully Booked Until 2016'
Ebrahim Pourfaraj announced that four and five-star hotels in major Iranian cities are fully booked by foreign tourists until 2016 due to a significant increase…
The U.S. Sends 6 Fighter Jets and 300 Troops to Turkey to Combat ISIS
The U.S. has deployed six F-16 fighter jets and 300 troops to Turkey's Incirlik base to enhance operations against ISIS. This move marks a significant…
Dust Storm in Hamoun Shuts Down Markets and All Offices in Sistan
A severe dust storm in the Sistan region has led to the closure of markets and government offices, as officials express concern over air quality…
August 17: Journalist Day in Iran
August 17 marks Journalist Day in Iran, commemorating the death of reporter Mahmoud Sarami in 1998. The day serves as a platform for discussing the…
Minister of Culture: The Judiciary Bans Writers, Not Us
Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture, claims that the judiciary, not his ministry, is responsible for banning journalists and writers. He asserts that there are…
Resumption of Activities at Parchin Site; Iran Denies
A U.S. research center claims satellite images show resumed activities at Iran's Parchin military site, suggesting potential nuclear weapon-related tests. Iran denies these allegations, labeling…
Hamid Soryan in an Interview with Radio Farda: I Have Never Aimed to Break Records
Hamid Soryan, a prominent Iranian wrestler, discusses the need for a calm environment for success in upcoming competitions, emphasizing his focus on preparation rather than…
Health Minister: 5 Trillion Toman Insurance Debt Delays Doctors' Bonuses
Iran's Health Minister Hassan Hashemi announced that the significant debt owed by insurance companies has delayed doctors' bonuses for six months, affecting many physicians. The…
The Vaccine That Will End the Ebola Nightmare
A promising Ebola vaccine trial in Guinea has shown a 100% effectiveness rate, with researchers advocating for its widespread use due to the virus's high…