November 2018
Meeting with Zabihullah Raoufi
Zabihullah Raoufi, a 69-year-old Baha'i resident of Sanandaj, has been sentenced to one year in prison and one year of exile for promoting the Baha'i…
Meeting with Dori Amri
Dori Amri, a 48-year-old Baha'i woman from Mashhad, is currently imprisoned for her religious beliefs and previous activism against the Iranian regime. She was arrested…
Trump: I Do Not Accept the Government's Report on Climate Change
Donald Trump publicly rejected a U.S. government report warning of severe economic impacts from climate change. The report predicts significant temperature increases and economic losses…
UAE Pardons and Releases British Student Convicted of Spying
The UAE has pardoned and released British student Matthew Hedges, who was sentenced to life for espionage, ending a diplomatic crisis with the UK. Despite…
U.S. Government Agencies Warn of Severe Global Temperature Increases
U.S. government agencies have issued a report warning of severe climate change impacts, predicting significant economic costs and health risks. The report contradicts President Trump's…
Floods in Iraq Leave at Least 7 Dead and Thousands Displaced
Severe flooding in northern Iraq has resulted in at least 7 deaths and displaced thousands, particularly affecting the city of Sharqat. The situation has intensified…
Iran's Statistical Center Announces November Inflation Rate: 34.9%
Iran's Statistical Center reported a significant increase in the inflation rate to 34.9% in November, driven by rising prices in food, beverages, and tobacco. This…
New Obstacle in Brexit Negotiations; The Territory of Gibraltar
The Spanish government has warned it will oppose the UK's Brexit proposal unless Gibraltar's future is clearly defined in negotiations. Gibraltar has been a point…
UAE Sentences British Student Accused of Espionage to Life Imprisonment
Matthew Hedges, a British PhD student, was sentenced to life imprisonment in the UAE for alleged espionage. The UK government has expressed disappointment and concern…
Israel and Airbnb Clash Over Rental Homes in Jewish Settlements
Airbnb has removed rental listings in Jewish settlements in the West Bank, prompting outrage from Israeli officials who see it as support for the BDS…
Medical Organization's Letter to UN Secretary-General Regarding Consequences of US Sanctions
The Iranian Medical Organization has alerted the UN about the detrimental effects of US sanctions on Iran's healthcare system, emphasizing the urgent need for humanitarian…
Washington Post: CIA Believes Mohammed bin Salman Ordered Khashoggi's Murder
The CIA has reportedly concluded that Mohammed bin Salman ordered the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, based on various sources including a phone call and…
UN Representative: Yemen Peace Talks to Be Held Soon in Sweden
The UN is preparing to facilitate peace talks between the Yemeni government and Houthi rebels in Sweden, following indications of willingness from both sides. This…
Saad Hariri: Hezbollah Group is the Major Obstacle to Forming a New Government in Lebanon
Saad Hariri has declared Hezbollah a major barrier to forming a new Lebanese government, insisting that the group must concede a cabinet position for negotiations…
Warning of Complete Destruction of Northern Iran's Forests in the Next 30 Years
Hadi Kiadliri, head of the Iranian Forestry Association, warns that 42% of northern Iran's forests are at risk of destruction within 30 years due to…
California Wildfire Becomes 'Deadliest' Forest Fire in the State
A wildfire in California has become the deadliest in the state's history, with at least 29 confirmed dead and over 228 missing. The fire, exacerbated…
Meeting with Kiumars Marzban
Kiumars Marzban, a young satirist and filmmaker, returned to Iran after living abroad but was arrested and is currently imprisoned without legal representation or family…
Gorbachev as Narrated by Werner Herzog
Werner Herzog's documentary 'Meeting Gorbachev' presents a personal portrait of the last Soviet leader, focusing on his role in ending the Cold War and the…
Advancement of Yemeni Government Forces Towards Key Ports of Hodeidah
Yemeni government forces are advancing towards the key port city of Hodeidah, which has been under Houthi control since 2014. The conflict has raised concerns…
In the Taxi with Sanctions
The program discusses the new U.S. sanctions against Iran and their implications, alongside cultural topics like football matches and women's participation in sports. It combines…
UN: Over Two Thousand Migrants Have Drowned in the Mediterranean This Year
The UN reports that over 2,000 migrants have drowned in the Mediterranean this year, with Italy being a primary destination for many. This situation highlights…
UN Criticism of Myanmar and Bangladesh's 'Haste' to Return Rohingya
The UN criticized the recent agreement between Myanmar and Bangladesh to return Rohingya refugees, stating it was made without proper consultation and that conditions for…
Brian Hook Criticizes Iranian Government for Preventing Cyrus Day Celebrations
Brian Hook of the U.S. criticized Iran for blocking celebrations of Cyrus Day, which honors the ancient Persian leader Cyrus the Great. This issue highlights…