December 2024
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Reach Agreement in Divorce Case After Eight Years
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a written agreement regarding their divorce after eight years of legal disputes, although some issues remain unresolved. The…
Ilham Aliyev: Russia Should Accept Full Responsibility for the Downing of the Azerbaijani Plane
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has demanded that Russia accept full responsibility for the downing of an Azerbaijani passenger plane, which he claims was unintentionally shot…
Iranian Asylum Seeker Ordered to Leave France Despite Marriage to French Woman
An Iranian asylum seeker, Mokhtar M., has been ordered to leave France despite his marriage to a French woman, Beatrice Aurel, who has advocated for…
Aliyev: Azerbaijani Plane Crashed Due to Russian Fire
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev stated that the crash of an Azerbaijani passenger plane in Kazakhstan, which killed 38 people, was due to Russian ground-to-air fire.…
Putin Apologizes to Azerbaijan for Downing Passenger Plane
Vladimir Putin apologized to Azerbaijan's President for the downing of a passenger plane that killed 38, while denying Russian responsibility. Eyewitness accounts suggest explosions occurred…
Taraneh Alidoosti's National ID Code Blocked and She is Banned from Flying
Taraneh Alidoosti, a prominent Iranian actress, has had her national ID code blocked and is banned from flying, reportedly due to her support for recent…
Issuance of 3 Billion Toman Bail for Parastoo Ahmadi
Parastoo Ahmadi, a young Iranian artist, was released on a 3 billion toman bail after being arrested for holding a virtual concert without a hijab.…
Reza Khandan Goes on Hunger Strike; Prisoner Dies in Evin Quarantine
Reza Khandan, a civil activist, has begun a hunger strike following his recent arrest, while a fellow prisoner died in quarantine at Evin Prison. His…
Zhaleh Alou, Veteran of Performing Arts in Iran, Passes Away
Zhaleh Alou, a prominent Iranian artist and supporter of recent protests, has passed away at 97. Her contributions to Iranian media and culture, particularly in…
Giselle Polico: We Are in a Joint Fight Against the Culture of Sexual Assault
Giselle Polico, a victim of sexual violence, spoke out after the conviction of her ex-husband and 50 others for sexual assault, emphasizing the ongoing fight…
Workers at 7 Amazon Centers in the U.S. Go on Strike
Workers at seven Amazon centers in the U.S. went on strike demanding better wages and working conditions during the holiday shopping season. The Teamsters Union…
Suspect in New York Serial Killings of Women Charged with Killing Seventh Victim
Rex Heuermann, an architect in New York, has been charged with the murder of a seventh victim in a series of killings known as the…
Human Rights Watch Statement on the Suppression of Political Prisoners in Iran with Medical Deprivation
Human Rights Watch has condemned the Iranian government's use of medical deprivation as a means of suppressing political prisoners, highlighting severe cases of neglect and…
Nushin Tafi's Account of Years of Struggle for Solo Singing and Performing Without Mandatory Hijab
Nushin Tafi, an Iranian female singer, reflects on her years of struggle for solo performances and the right to perform without a mandatory hijab. Following…
Donald Trump Introduces 'Kerry Lake' as Next Head of Voice of America
Donald Trump has appointed Kerry Lake as the new head of Voice of America, emphasizing the need to promote American values globally. Lake, a former…
Crisis Continues in the Fourth Largest Economy in Asia; South Korean President Banned from Leaving the Country
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been banned from leaving the country following an unsuccessful declaration of martial law, facing potential impeachment and legal charges.…
Nobel Committee Discusses with Narges Mohammadi, Nobel Peace Prize Winner
The Nobel Committee held a video discussion with Narges Mohammadi, who was recently awarded the Nobel Peace Prize while temporarily released from prison for medical…
Trump Unveils Two More Options for Immigration Policy Implementation
Donald Trump has appointed Rodney Scott and Caleb Watlow to key positions in immigration enforcement, signaling a strong commitment to his immigration policies, including the…
The United States Calls for the Unconditional and Permanent Release of Narges Mohammadi
The U.S. has demanded the unconditional release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist, citing her declining health due to mistreatment in Iranian custody.…
Atifeh Rangriz, women's rights activist, sentenced to two additional years in prison
Atifeh Rangriz, a women's rights activist, has been sentenced to an additional two years in prison, bringing her total sentence to over 12 years. This…
310 Billion Dollar Damage from Natural Disasters Worldwide in 2024
In 2024, global economic losses from natural disasters reached 310 billion dollars, reflecting the growing impact of climate change. Major storms and floods, particularly in…
Pakhshan Azizi's Lawyer Claims Evidence Against Death-Row Client is 'Invalid'
Amir Reisiyaan, lawyer for political prisoner Pakhshan Azizi, claims the evidence against her is invalid and has requested the Supreme Court to overturn her death…
Pakhshan Azizi's Lawyer Expresses Concern Over 'Unpleasant News' and Hasty Proceedings in Her Case
Pakhshan Azizi's lawyer, Amir Reisiyaan, is worried about the hasty proceedings in her death penalty case and reports suggesting a bleak outcome. Azizi, a social…
Cleric, Ayatollah, or Mullah; How Are Today's Rulers of Iran Defined?
The article discusses the evolving perception of religious clerics in Iran, particularly after the 2022 protests. It highlights the distancing of clerics from traditional titles…
Increase in Right-Wing Party Seats in Romanian Parliament Despite Ruling Party's Dominance
The Romanian parliamentary elections saw the ruling Social Democratic Party maintain its dominance despite a significant rise in seats for right-wing parties, particularly the far-right…
Roshank Molaei Released After Being Whipped in Prison
Roshank Molaei, a woman who confronted a sexual harasser, has been released from prison after receiving a whipping sentence. Her case highlights the ongoing issues…
Nasrin Shakeri Released on Bail
Nasrin Shakeri, mother of Nika Shakeri, has been temporarily released on bail after being sentenced to prison for her involvement in protests. She faces additional…