March 2019
Rescue of 730,000 Refugees and Migrants in the Mediterranean Over Four Years
The European Union has rescued nearly 730,000 illegal refugees and migrants in the Mediterranean since 2015, but thousands continue to perish each year. Disagreements among…
Four Palestinians Killed in Gaza Border Protests; Rocket Attack from Gaza to Israel
Four Palestinians were killed during protests at the Gaza-Israel border, coinciding with rocket attacks from Gaza into Israel. The situation is tense as it occurs…
Concerns Over Overflowing Dez and Karkheh Dams Due to Lack of Flood Warning Systems
Heavy rainfall has led to a critical situation at the Karkheh Dam, prompting emergency declarations in Khuzestan province. Officials are considering releasing excess water from…
Nowruz in Prison with the 'Scent of Longing'
The article explores the experience of Nowruz for political prisoners in Iran, highlighting their feelings of longing and the absence of family during this festive…
The Number of 'Hikikomori' Among Japanese Adults Surpasses That of Youth
The Japanese government has reported that over 613,000 adults aged 40 to 64 have become hikikomori, a phenomenon previously thought to primarily affect youth. This…
Temporary Release of Three Women's Rights Activists in Saudi Arabia
Three women's rights activists in Saudi Arabia have been temporarily released after 10 months in prison, following allegations of abuse during their detention. Their release…
The Death Toll from Floods and Cyclones in Southern Africa Exceeds 700
Cyclone Idai has caused over 700 deaths across Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi, with many more missing and thousands displaced. The UN has called for global…
Nineteenth Week of Yellow Vest Protests; Ban on Demonstrations in Some Areas of Paris
The Yellow Vest protests in Paris continue for the nineteenth week, with significant police presence and a ban on demonstrations in certain areas due to…
Report by Anna Raiskaya, Radio Farda Correspondent in the Region, on Protests in Kazakhstan Against the Capital Name Change
Protests have erupted in Kazakhstan in response to the government's decision to change the name of the capital city. Citizens are voicing their discontent over…
Capsizing of a Boat in the Tigris River in Iraq; 72 Dead and Dozens Missing
A boat capsized in the Tigris River in Iraq, resulting in at least 72 fatalities and many missing, primarily women and children. The passengers were…
Full Text of Donald Trump's Message for Nowruz 1398
Donald Trump issued a Nowruz message expressing solidarity with the Iranian people, highlighting their struggles under the current regime. He emphasized the importance of freedom…
Will Increasing Workers' Wages Enhance Purchasing Power?
The Iranian Supreme Labor Council approved a 37% increase in the minimum wage for workers for the upcoming solar year, raising concerns about the actual…
New Year Messages from the President and Secretary of State of the United States
U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo issued Nowruz messages expressing solidarity with the Iranian people and condemning the Iranian government. They…
Christchurch Attacks: Erdogan's Threat, Warnings from Australia and New Zealand
Turkish President Erdogan threatened to send anti-Muslim Australians home in coffins, referencing historical battles. This has drawn condemnation from Australia and prompted New Zealand's foreign…
New Zealand Prime Minister: I Will Not Even Speak the Name of This Terrorist
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern condemned the Christchurch mosque attacker, stating she would not name him to prevent him from gaining notoriety. She announced…
New Zealand Prime Minister Announces Cabinet Agreement to Reform Gun Laws
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced plans to reform gun laws following the Christchurch mosque attacks that killed 50 people. The attacker, Brenton Tarrant,…
The Death Toll from the New Zealand Mosque Attacks Rises to 50
The death toll from the New Zealand mosque attacks has reached 50, with many others injured. Brenton Harrison Tarrant, an Australian white supremacist, is in…
1398; The Outlook for Iranian Households
In 1397, Iran experienced significant economic challenges including high inflation rates and scarcity of essential goods. Official statistics report inflation over 42% overall and over…
Collapse of School Building in Nigeria; "Dozens of Children are Trapped Under the Rubble"
A school building in Lagos, Nigeria collapsed, trapping dozens of students under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing, with 25 individuals rescued so far, but…
Trial of Women's Rights Activists Begins in Saudi Arabia
The trial of ten women's rights activists in Saudi Arabia began, with allegations of abuse and torture during detention. Loujain al-Hathloul, one of the activists,…
The World Wide Web Turns 30: What Did We Want and What Happened?
Tim Berners-Lee marked the 30th anniversary of the World Wide Web, expressing concerns over hate speech, privacy issues, and state-sponsored hacking. He advocates for a…
UN Reporter: Crackdown in Iran Has Intensified
The UN Special Rapporteur on Iran, Javaid Rehman, has reported an intensification of government repression against human rights activists, particularly targeting lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh, who…
Bouteflika Withdraws from Presidential Election After Weeks of Algerian Protests
Abdelaziz Bouteflika has announced he will not run for a fifth term in the Algerian presidential election following widespread protests against his candidacy. This decision…
Mullah Omar, the Deceased Leader of the Taliban, Lived Near a U.S. Military Base
Bette Dam's new book reveals that Mullah Mohammad Omar, the late Taliban leader, lived near a U.S. military base in Afghanistan rather than in Pakistan…
China Orders Domestic Airlines to Ground Boeing 737 Max 8 Aircraft
China has ordered its airlines to ground Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft following recent fatal crashes in Ethiopia and Indonesia. This decision affects several Chinese…
Nationwide Power Outage in Venezuela Enters Its Fourth Day
Venezuela is experiencing its fourth consecutive day of a nationwide power outage, with President Nicolás Maduro blaming the U.S. for cyber attacks while experts cite…
Central Bank: The 4200 Toman Dollar Could Not Prevent the Increase in Basic Commodity Prices
The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, Abdolnaser Hemmati, stated that the preferential currency system has failed to prevent rising prices of basic goods…
Trump's Reaction to the Resolution Condemning Anti-Semitism in the U.S. House of Representatives
Donald Trump criticized the U.S. House of Representatives' resolution condemning anti-Semitism, labeling the Democratic Party as anti-Jew and anti-Israel. The resolution, initially aimed at addressing…
Resolution Against Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia Passed in the U.S. House of Representatives
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, largely in response to comments made by Ilhan Omar regarding Israel. The resolution…
John Bolton: Trump Welcomes Further Negotiations with North Korea
John Bolton announced that Trump is open to further negotiations with North Korea regarding denuclearization but would be disappointed by reports of missile activity. South…
Parliament Research Center: Iran Will Lose Gasoline Self-Sufficiency in Two Years
The Iranian Parliament's Research Center warns that domestic gasoline production will fall short of consumption within two years due to rising demand and smuggling. The…
Meeting with Ansieh Abdolhosseini
Ansieh Abdolhosseini, a civil activist in Tehran, has been imprisoned for her participation in protests and critical social media activity. Her case highlights the ongoing…
Suicide Attacks in Jalalabad, Afghanistan Leave at Least 17 Dead
A suicide attack in Jalalabad, Afghanistan, has resulted in at least 17 deaths, primarily among construction workers. The Taliban and ISIS are active in the…
Al Jazeera's New Report on Khashoggi's 'Murder': 'Severed Head' Taken to Riyadh
Al Jazeera's recent report reveals new details about the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, including that his body was burned in an oven at the…
The Beginning of a Decisive Battle of US-Supported Forces Against the Last Positions of ISIS in Syria
US-supported forces have begun a decisive battle against the last ISIS positions in Syria, coinciding with a deadly attack by al-Qaeda-aligned militants that killed Syrian…
Bernie Sanders Officially Enters U.S. Presidential Race; Trump Attacks Socialism
Bernie Sanders has officially entered the 2020 U.S. presidential race, criticizing Donald Trump as 'dangerous' and focusing on his middle-class roots. In response, Trump attacked…
Approval of the 98 Budget in Parliament; Government's Protest Against the 400,000 Toman Salary Increase
The Iranian parliament approved the 98 budget, including a controversial 400,000 Toman salary increase for government employees, which the government claims it cannot fund. This…