February 2018
Ashraf Ghani's Plan for Peace Agreement with the Taliban
Afghan President Ashraf Ghani has proposed a peace plan to initiate talks with the Taliban, aiming for their recognition as a political party. This comes…
Ukrainian Army Commander Warns of 'Widespread' Russian Invasion
Ukrainian Army Chief Viktor Muzhenko warns of a potential full-scale Russian invasion, emphasizing the need for preparedness. This warning comes alongside new legislation aimed at…
Controversial North Korean Official Arrives in South Korea for Three-Day Visit
A high-ranking North Korean delegation, led by General Kim Yong-chol, has arrived in South Korea amidst ongoing tensions following the 2010 attack on a South…
Latest News on Arrested Gonabadi Dervishes and Amnesty International's Criticism of Human Rights Situation in Iran
Clashes between Gonabadi dervishes and Iranian security forces resulted in multiple deaths and hundreds of arrests. Amnesty International criticized Iran for human rights violations, including…
Jamaledin Khajani Transferred Back to Prison After Heart Surgery
Jamaledin Khajani, a Baha'i leader in Iran, was transferred back to Evin Prison after undergoing heart surgery. At nearly 85 years old, his health has…
Oil from sunken Iranian tanker reaches Japanese shores
The Japanese Coast Guard has confirmed that oil pollution reaching southern Japan is likely from the sunken Iranian tanker Sanchi. This incident raises environmental concerns…
International Transparency: Iran Ranks 130th in Global Financial Corruption
Iran ranks 130th out of 180 countries in the International Transparency Organization's corruption index, with a score of 30. Despite a slight improvement, the overall…
Malaysia and Venezuela Launch Digital Currencies
Malaysia's Hello Gold has received a Sharia license to launch a gold-backed digital currency called Goldex, while Venezuela is set to implement its oil-backed digital…
Healthcare and Medical Crisis in Venezuela
Venezuela is facing a severe healthcare crisis characterized by medicine shortages, organ transplant issues, and the resurgence of controlled diseases. Yasmera Castaro's story exemplifies the…
Pro-government Forces Enter Afrin
Pro-government forces have entered Afrin to counter Turkish aggression following an agreement with Kurdish forces. This development highlights the complex dynamics between Turkey, the Syrian…
Tillerson: The U.S. Plans to Impose More Sanctions on Russian Nationals
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson announced plans to impose additional sanctions on Russian nationals in response to delays in enforcing existing sanctions. This comes…
27 Iraqi Government-Backed Militias Killed in ISIS Raid
ISIS militants killed 27 members of the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces in a recent raid, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite the government's declaration of victory…
Dariycheh; From the Arrest of Environmental Activists to the Prison Sentence of Parastoo Farahvar
This article covers the recent arrests of environmental activists in Iran, who face serious charges, and the suspended prison sentence given to Parastoo Farahvar, a…
Panic Among People Following Strong Earthquake in Southern and Central Mexico
A strong earthquake measuring 7.2 struck southern and central Mexico, causing panic among residents still traumatized from a previous earthquake. Fortunately, there were no casualties…
Syrian Kurds Report Turkey's Use of 'Toxic Gas' in Attack on Afrin Village
Turkish forces reportedly used toxic gas in an attack on a Kurdish village in Afrin, injuring six people. This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between…
German Journalist Released from Turkish Prison
Deniz Yucel, a German journalist detained in Turkey for a year, was released but must await trial, while six Turkish journalists received life sentences for…
The Mystery of Suicides; What Happens Behind Bars?
The article discusses the conditions in Iranian prisons, particularly in light of the reported suicide of environmental activist Kavous Seyed Emami. It raises concerns about…
UN Calls for Immediate Halt to Executions of Juvenile Offenders
The UN has called for an immediate halt to the execution of juvenile offenders in Iran, citing a troubling increase in such executions. Three juvenile…
Mahmoud Sadeghi: Ahmadreza Jalali Was Not Given Sufficient Opportunity to Defend Himself During Legal Proceedings
Mahmoud Sadeghi claims that Ahmadreza Jalali, sentenced to death for espionage, was denied adequate defense opportunities during his trial. Jalali's case has drawn international condemnation,…
Germany Plans to Change Its Military Strategy in Iraq
Germany is shifting its military strategy in Iraq from training Kurdish Peshmerga forces to focusing on overall stability in the country. This change was announced…
Kurdish Peshmerga Accused of 'Mass Executions of Detainees'
Human Rights Watch has accused Kurdish Peshmerga forces of executing detainees suspected of being ISIS members in mass executions. The allegations have been denied by…
North Korea Invites South Korean President to Pyongyang
North Korea has invited South Korean President Moon Jae-in to visit Pyongyang, marking a significant thaw in relations between the two countries. This invitation follows…
Turkey Sentences Dual National NASA Scientist to Seven and a Half Years in Prison
Turkey has sentenced NASA scientist Serkan Gülge to seven and a half years in prison for alleged ties to the Gülen network, raising concerns from…
Amnesty International: Ethnic Cleansing of the Rohingya Minority Continues
Amnesty International's report reveals that the ethnic cleansing of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar continues, with no improvement in their situation despite government promises. Approximately 690,000…
North Korea's Military Parade Ahead of Seoul Olympics
North Korea held a military parade to commemorate the 70th anniversary of its military formation, coinciding with the upcoming Winter Olympics in South Korea. The…
6.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Taiwan Tilts Several High-Rise Buildings
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Hualien, Taiwan, resulting in two deaths and over 100 injuries. The Marshall Hotel collapsed, trapping several individuals inside, and…
Yemeni Officials Say Government Forces Retake Strategic City
Yemeni government forces have retaken the strategic city of Hays from Houthi militants, potentially disrupting their supply lines. The conflict continues to escalate, with significant…
United Nations Calls for Immediate Halt to Airstrikes in Syria
The UN has called for a one-month halt to airstrikes in Syria amid reports of significant civilian casualties from recent bombardments. The Syrian government, supported…
Shooting at Foreigners in an Italian City; Six Injured
A gunman in Macerata, Italy, shot at foreigners, injuring six, amid rising anti-immigrant sentiments following the murder of an Italian woman. The shooter, Luca Traini,…
The Narrative of Protest from the Girls of Enghelab Street
The 'Girls of Enghelab Street' movement emerged in January 2023 as a bold protest against compulsory hijab in Iran, resulting in the arrest of at…
Oil Pollution from Sunken Iranian Ship Likely Reached Japan's Shores
An oil slick believed to be leaking from the sunken Iranian tanker Sanchi has reached Japan's southern shores, prompting investigations by Japanese officials. The Sanchi…