November 2014
Government Spokesman: Bakeries Can Increase Bread Prices by Up to 30%
The Iranian government has allowed bakeries to raise bread prices by up to 30% to cover rising costs, despite stating that there is no official…
Foreign Automakers' Interest in Entering the Iranian Market
Major foreign automakers are showing interest in the Iranian market, with Iran requiring that 40% of production occurs domestically, increasing to 85% after five years.…
The Death Toll from Ebola Reaches 'Seven Thousand'
The World Health Organization reports that the death toll from the Ebola outbreak in West Africa has reached nearly 7,000, with over 16,000 infections. The…
Jahrom Governorate: Perpetrators of Knife Attacks on Women Arrested
In Jahrom, Iran, six women were attacked with knives, leading to the arrest of the perpetrators within 72 hours. The attacks reportedly involved five student…
Dozens of Prisoners in Venezuela Have Died Due to Drug Poisoning
In Venezuela, 35 prisoners have died from drug poisoning, raising concerns among human rights advocates about the official narrative. The situation escalated following a hunger…
Switzerland Seeks 30% Female Representation in Management Positions
The Swiss government has proposed a draft bill aiming for at least 30% female representation in management positions. While compliance is not mandatory, the initiative…
Over a Hundred Islamists Arrested Ahead of Nationwide Protests in Egypt
Egyptian security forces arrested over 100 Islamists ahead of planned protests against President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. The Salafi Front called for demonstrations to oppose the…
Pope Francis's First Visit to Turkey
Pope Francis is making his first visit to Turkey, meeting with President Erdoğan and visiting Istanbul's historical sites. This visit is significant as it addresses…
Over 130 Killed in Tribal Clashes in Sudan
Over 130 people have died in tribal clashes in western Kordofan, Sudan, primarily between the Awlad Imran and Al-Ziyoud groups over land ownership. The Sudanese…
International Red Cross Requests $1.7 Billion Budget
The International Red Cross has requested $1.68 billion for humanitarian efforts in 2015, citing increased needs in conflict areas like Syria and Ukraine. The organization…
Human Rights Federation: Preventing Abortion is Violence Against Women
The International Federation for Human Rights condemned laws preventing abortion as a form of violence against women, highlighting the dangers posed by such restrictions. The…
Amoli Larijani Considered the Reduction of Centrifuges as a Sign of Nuclear Retreat
Sadeq Amoli Larijani criticized Western demands for reducing Iran's centrifuges, stating that such concessions would equate to a nuclear retreat and undermine national dignity. The…
Continued Decline in Inflation Rate to 18.2%; Wedding Chicken and Mourning Tomatoes
Iran's inflation rate has decreased to 18.2%, but point-to-point inflation has risen to 15.1%. The government faces challenges in maintaining this downward trend amid rising…
Where is the Stalemate in Nuclear Negotiations?
As the deadline for a nuclear agreement approaches, diplomatic activity has increased in Europe and negotiations in Vienna are ongoing without any disclosed details. Ali…
Iraq: ISIS has stolen one million tons of grain and transported it to Syria
Iraqi officials report that ISIS has stolen one million tons of grain from Nineveh province and transported it to Syria, raising concerns about food security…
Kerry After the Murder of American Hostage by ISIS: We Will Not Be Intimidated
John Kerry condemned the murder of American hostage Abdul Rahman Kassig by ISIS, asserting that the U.S. will not be intimidated by such violence. This…
Head of Iran's Welfare Organization Claims Significant Reduction in Social Damages
The head of Iran's Welfare Organization has reported a notable decrease in social issues based on recent data. This statement raises questions about the accuracy…
Deputy for Women in the Ministry of Sports: Women Will Return to Stadiums
Rababeh Shahrian announced that women will be allowed to attend certain sports events in Iran, following international pressure after the arrest of Ghoncheh Ghavami. This…