August 2016
First Mosque Led by Women Opens in Denmark
A mosque in Copenhagen, Denmark, led by women, opened for the first time, attracting over 60 female attendees. This initiative challenges traditional patriarchal norms in…
Biden Urges Turkey to Show Patience Regarding Gulen Case
Joe Biden urged Turkish officials to be patient regarding the extradition of Fethullah Gulen, accused by Turkey of orchestrating a failed coup. Biden emphasized the…
Erdogan: The Suicide Bomber in Gaziantep Was a Teenager Aged 12 to 14
A suicide bombing at a wedding in Gaziantep, Turkey, killed 51 and injured 94, with Erdogan stating the bomber was a teenager likely linked to…
Bomb Explosion in Turkey Leaves 50 Dead
A bomb explosion at a wedding in Gaziantep, Turkey, resulted in 50 deaths and 94 injuries, with President Erdoğan attributing the attack to ISIS. This…
Continued Opposition to New Oil Contracts
The Iranian parliament is set to review new oil contracts amid ongoing opposition from hardliners. The contracts, which involve a $150 billion investment over five…
Explosions in Southeastern Turkey; At Least Seven Dead and Over 220 Injured
On August 18, multiple explosions in southeastern Turkey resulted in at least seven deaths and over 220 injuries, with the PKK being blamed for the…
Rio 2016: Protests Over Behdad Salimi's Disqualification
Behdad Salimi was disqualified from the Rio 2016 Olympics after judges rejected his clean and jerk attempts despite setting a world record. This led to…
Government Announces New Oil Contracts
Iran's First Vice President Ishaq Jahangiri announced the issuance of new oil contracts with significant amendments, aiming to attract foreign investment amidst opposition from conservative…
Statement by 'Human Rights Defenders' in Protest Against the Execution of Sunni Prisoners
The Iranian Association for Human Rights has condemned the mass execution of Sunni prisoners, citing vague charges and lack of fair trials. This situation raises…
9,000 Gazelles in Isfahan at Risk of Starvation
In Isfahan Province, 9,000 gazelles are at risk of starvation due to severe drought conditions. Environmental officials report that forage supplies are critically low, with…