January 2015
ISIS Releases Images of Second Japanese Hostage Beheading
ISIS has released a video showing the beheading of Japanese journalist Kenji Goto, following the earlier execution of another hostage, Haruna Yukawa. The Japanese government…
Lifetime Exile for Some Dervishes in Kavar County, Fars Province
Seven Gonabadi dervishes in Kavar County have received prison and exile sentences, with some facing lifetime exile. This situation highlights ongoing human rights issues in…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 95
The radio program discusses the ongoing teacher strikes in Iran due to inadequate wages, highlighting the government's neglect of their demands. This situation reflects broader…
Islamic State's Deadline: The Life of Jordanian Pilot in Exchange for Sajida al-Rishawi's Freedom
The Islamic State has issued a deadline to Jordan to release Sajida al-Rishawi, a suicide bomber, in exchange for the life of Jordanian pilot Muath…
Snow and Blizzard Bring Eastern U.S. to a Standstill
A severe snowstorm has caused significant disruptions across the eastern United States, particularly in New York and surrounding states. The National Weather Service issued warnings,…
The U.S. Embassy in Yemen Has Closed
The U.S. has closed its embassy in Yemen due to security concerns following the resignation of the Yemeni president and ongoing instability. The closure comes…
Victory of the Leftist Party 'Syriza' in Greek Elections
The leftist party Syriza, led by Alexis Tsipras, won a significant victory in the Greek parliamentary elections, signaling an end to years of austerity imposed…
Leader of Ukrainian Separatists: We Will Not Negotiate
Alexander Zakharchenko, leader of the Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine, announced that they will not engage in peace talks and will continue fighting until they…
Argentinian President: Nisman Did Not Commit Suicide
Argentinian President Cristina Fernandez asserted that prosecutor Alberto Nisman did not commit suicide, countering allegations surrounding his death. Nisman had accused the government of covering…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini - 94
The radio program discusses the closure of the newspaper 'Mardom-e Emruz' due to a controversial headline about the Charlie Hebdo incident. It highlights the ongoing…
Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga Recapture Four Areas from ISIS
Kurdish Peshmerga forces in Iraq have successfully recaptured four areas from ISIS in a recent offensive supported by international airstrikes. This operation is significant as…
High-Level American Delegation Visits Cuba After Several Decades
A high-level American delegation is visiting Cuba for the first time in 35 years to discuss resuming diplomatic relations and lifting sanctions. This visit follows…
UN Warning: 11 Million Increase in Unemployed Individuals in the Next Five Years
The UN warns of a projected increase of 11 million unemployed individuals globally over the next five years due to economic slowdown and fluctuations. The…
Houthi Shiites Besiege the House of Yemen's Prime Minister
Houthi militants besieged the house of Yemen's Prime Minister Khaled Bahah shortly after a ceasefire was announced. This escalation follows intense fighting in Sanaa and…
Ceasefire After Hours of Intense Fighting in Yemen's Capital
A ceasefire has been established in Sana'a, Yemen, after intense fighting between Houthi militants and government forces, described as an attempted coup. The clashes erupted…
Netanyahu's Efforts to Prevent the Release of Old Documents on Iran-Israel Oil Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is working to prevent the release of documents related to a historic oil deal with Iran to avoid financial compensation as…
Millions Gather to Meet Pope Francis in the Philippines
Millions of Filipinos gathered to meet Pope Francis despite ongoing storms, with expectations of up to 6 million attendees for the mass. This visit highlights…
Strong Opposition from the U.S. to ICC Criminal Investigations Regarding Israel
The U.S. has expressed strong opposition to the ICC's decision to investigate Israel for alleged war crimes in Palestinian territories. This development follows a request…
Australian Immigration Minister's Reaction to Protests by Hundreds of Refugees on Manus Island
Australian Immigration Minister Peter Dutton expressed concern over protests by refugees on Manus Island, where many have gone on hunger strike and sewn their lips…
Some Refugees in Papua New Guinea Sew Their Lips Shut
Refugees in Papua New Guinea are protesting their dire conditions by sewing their lips shut and going on hunger strikes, with reports of self-harm and…
Egypt's Supreme Court Acquits Hosni Mubarak of Corruption Charges
Egypt's Supreme Court acquitted former President Hosni Mubarak of corruption charges, ordering a retrial while leaving his custody status unclear. This ruling has sparked mixed…
Obama: Palestinian accession to the International Criminal Court is not constructive
Barack Obama communicated to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu that the Palestinian Authority's bid to join the International Criminal Court is not constructive and undermines trust…
Image of Prophet Muhammad to Appear on Latest Issue of Charlie Hebdo
The latest issue of 'Charlie Hebdo' will feature a cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad holding a 'Je suis Charlie' sign, following a deadly attack on…
10,000 Soldiers to be Deployed in Public Places in France
France is deploying 10,000 soldiers and 5,000 police to enhance security for public places and religious sites after recent terrorist attacks. This move comes in…
Fitch International Rating Agency Downgrades Russia's Credit Rating
Fitch has downgraded Russia's credit rating to 'BBB' due to falling oil prices and economic sanctions related to the Ukraine crisis. Russian officials claim the…
Boko Haram Uses 10-Year-Old Girl for Suicide Attack, Killing 20
Boko Haram carried out a suicide attack using a 10-year-old girl in Nigeria, resulting in at least 20 deaths and numerous injuries. This incident highlights…
Iran and the Use of Renewable Energy
The G20 summit in Australia highlighted the need for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources. Iran is also taking steps towards…
Amnesty International: Boko Haram has carried out its deadliest mass killing
Boko Haram has executed a devastating attack in northern Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of nearly 2,000 people, primarily women and children. Amnesty International has…
End of Paris Hostage Situation with Death of Hostage-Taker and Four Hostages
A hostage situation at a Jewish supermarket in Paris ended with the deaths of the hostage-taker, Amedy Coulibaly, and four hostages. The incident is linked…
One of the Suspects in the Paris Attack 'Was in Contact with Al-Qaeda in Yemen'
U.S. officials report that one of the Kouachi brothers, suspected of the Charlie Hebdo attack, was trained by Al-Qaeda in Yemen in 2011. Both brothers…
France Press: Identification of the Perpetrators of the Charlie Hebdo Attack in Northern France
French authorities have identified two brothers as suspects in the Charlie Hebdo attack, while another shooting incident occurred, resulting in one police officer's death. The…
French Police Announce Identification of Attackers in Paris
French police have identified two brothers and a homeless man as the attackers behind the deadly assault on Charlie Hebdo, which left 12 dead and…
UN Secretary-General Accepts Palestine's Membership Request to the International Criminal Court
The UN Secretary-General has accepted Palestine's request to join the International Criminal Court, effective April 1, 2015. This move allows Palestinians to file complaints against…
Severe Decline in Stock Markets and Oil Prices for the Second Consecutive Day
U.S. stock markets and oil prices have declined for two consecutive days due to new government statistics showing a slowdown in economic growth. The upcoming…
Increased Pressure on the Euro Amid Concerns Over Greece's Future in the Eurozone
Global stock markets are experiencing declines due to concerns over Greece's potential exit from the eurozone and the impact of falling oil prices. The euro…
The Perpetrator of Attacks on Women in Jahrom Sentenced to Death
Saeed Beheshtifar has been sentenced to death for attacking women in Jahrom with a knife, injuring nine women. His actions were reportedly motivated by a…
Boko Haram Captures Military Base in Northern Nigeria
Boko Haram has captured a military base in Baga, Nigeria, leading to casualties and destruction. The attack highlights the ongoing violence and instability in the…
Israel to 'Stop' Tax Payments to Palestinians
Israel has decided to stop tax payments to the Palestinians, amounting to approximately $127 million, in response to their request to join the International Criminal…
Libyan Islamists Kidnap 20 Egyptian Christians
Islamists in Libya have kidnapped 20 Egyptian Christians, highlighting ongoing violence against religious minorities in the region. The group 'Ansar al-Sharia' is implicated in these…
Death of Suspect in U.S. Embassy Bombing Before Trial in New York
Abu Anas al-Libi, an al-Qaeda suspect accused of the 1998 U.S. embassy bombings, died in a New York hospital shortly before his trial. His death…
Head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization Says No Project Should Be Implemented Without Environmental Assessment
The head of Iran's Environmental Protection Organization emphasizes the importance of environmental assessments for projects. A public poll questions the government's ability to prevent environmentally…
North Korean Leader: We Can Engage in Dialogue if Seoul Wishes
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un expressed readiness for high-level talks with South Korea if they are sincere in their desire for dialogue. This comes after…