April 2017
Social Justice and Freedom
The article discusses the interplay between social justice and freedom in democratic societies, focusing on the theories of Ernst Frenkel and Ralf Dahrendorf. Both theorists…
Demonstrations Against Trump's Environmental Policies in Washington
Thousands protested in Washington against Trump's environmental policies on the 100th day of his presidency, highlighting concerns over climate change as temperatures reached record highs.…
Sunni Friday Prayer Leader of Zahedan Condemns Killing of Iranian Border Guards
Mawlawi Abdul Hamid condemned the killing of Iranian border guards in an attack at the Mirjaveh border, calling for security and development in Sistan and…
Palestinian Authority to 'Stop Paying Electricity Costs for Gaza Strip'
The Palestinian Authority has announced it will stop paying for electricity supplied to the Gaza Strip, escalating tensions with Hamas. Mahmoud Abbas aims to exert…
International Energy Agency: Significant Decrease in Global Oil Discoveries in 2016
The International Energy Agency reports a significant decline in global oil discoveries in 2016, reaching the lowest level in over 70 years due to reduced…
Dangerous Growth of Government Debt to the Banking System
The article discusses the alarming rise of government debt to the banking system in Iran, highlighting that despite a seemingly stable economy, the debt has…
US Criticism of Turkey's Airstrikes on Kurdish Forces in Iraq and Syria
The US has expressed deep concern over Turkey's airstrikes on Kurdish positions in Iraq and Syria, which resulted in numerous casualties. Turkey claims these groups…
Turkey's Airstrikes on Kurds in Northern Iraq and Syria
Turkey conducted airstrikes against Kurdish forces in northern Iraq and Syria, claiming it aimed to prevent the transfer of militants and weapons into Turkey. The…
Iran's Economy from the Perspective of International Financial Organizations
The article discusses an interview with economist Fereydoun Khavand regarding the perspectives of the IMF and World Bank on Iran's economy, especially in light of…
Taliban Attack Leaves at Least 140 Dead; Public Mourning Declared in Afghanistan
The Taliban launched a deadly attack on a military facility in Afghanistan, resulting in at least 140 fatalities, making it one of the deadliest assaults…
Netanyahu Warns of 'Irreparable Damage' from Iran's Acquisition of Nuclear Weapons
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Iran's potential acquisition of nuclear weapons would cause irreparable damage, regardless of compliance with the nuclear agreement. His…
Iraq: 26 Qatari Hostages Released After One and a Half Years
After being held for one and a half years, 26 Qatari hostages were released in Iraq, with speculation surrounding the involvement of Shiite militia groups…
Accusations Between the Venezuelan Government and Opponents Regarding Attack on Children's Hospital
The Venezuelan government and opposition are blaming each other for an attack on a children's hospital amidst ongoing protests. Foreign Minister Delcy Rodríguez accused opposition-hired…
Elections and Iranian Society; Those Who Said Yes, Those Who Said No
The upcoming Iranian presidential election on May 29 has sparked varied sentiments among citizens, with many expressing skepticism about the electoral process and the effectiveness…
Why is Iran's Economic Growth Not Sustainable?
The IMF forecasts a significant decline in Iran's economic growth from 6.5% in 2016 to 3.3% in 2017, citing reliance on oil revenues and political…
Trump Signs Executive Order to Reform Work Visa Issuance
Donald Trump signed an executive order to reform the H-1B visa program, aiming to prioritize American workers and create a merit-based system for foreign skilled…
Amnesty International Calls for Halt to 'Imminent' Executions of Two Individuals in Iran
Amnesty International has urged Iran to stop the imminent executions of Mehdi Bahlooli and Payman Barandah, who were convicted for crimes committed as minors. This…
Iraqi Vice President: Islamic State Group Seeking Alliance with Al-Qaeda
Iyad Allawi, the Vice President of Iraq, revealed that ISIS is negotiating with Al-Qaeda for a possible alliance as Iraqi forces continue their offensive in…
Meeting with Keyvan Karimi
Keyvan Karimi, a filmmaker, is serving a one-year prison sentence in Evin prison for making a documentary about wall writings in Tehran. He has also…
Meeting with Sina Dehghan
Sina Dehghan, a 21-year-old Iranian, has been sentenced to death for blasphemy and has also received a 16-month prison sentence for insulting the Iranian leader.…
The End of Berlusconi's Era; AC Milan Sold to Chinese Consortium
Silvio Berlusconi has sold AC Milan to a Chinese consortium for €740 million, marking the end of his 30-year ownership. This sale reflects the increasing…
South Korean Foreign Minister: The U.S. Will Inform Seoul of Any Potential Attack on North Korea
The South Korean Foreign Minister announced that the U.S. will notify Seoul of any potential military actions against North Korea. Concerns are rising in South…
A Representative: Five Thousand Drug Traffickers Awaiting Execution in Iran
A parliamentary representative revealed that five thousand drug traffickers are awaiting execution in Iran, many of whom do not deserve such a harsh punishment. The…
India Warns Pakistan Over Execution of Citizen Allegedly Abducted from Iran
India has warned Pakistan about the execution of Kulbhushan Jadhav, an Indian citizen allegedly abducted from Iran and sentenced to death for espionage. The case…
UNICEF Warns of Significant Increase in Use of Children in Boko Haram Suicide Attacks
UNICEF reports a tripling in the use of children for suicide attacks by Boko Haram, with a significant number of victims being girls. This alarming…
Warning to Israeli Tourists Following 'Targeted Attack' by Drones in Egypt
A rocket launched from Egypt into southern Israel prompted Israeli officials to issue a severe warning to tourists in the Sinai desert, urging them to…
Pakistan Sentences Indian Citizen 'Abducted from Iran' to Death
Pakistan has sentenced Indian citizen Kulbhushan Jadhav to death for espionage, claiming he was involved in sabotage activities in Balochistan. This ruling heightens tensions between…
Norwegian Police Report Discovery of a 'Bomb-like Object' in Oslo
Norwegian police destroyed a bomb-like object in Oslo and arrested a suspect after a loud explosion near a busy subway station. The incident follows heightened…
Microsoft Ends Support for Windows Vista
Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows Vista, making it highly vulnerable to cyber attacks. Users are urged to upgrade to newer versions of Windows…
Russia's Surprising Stance on Recognizing Western Jerusalem as Israel's Capital
Russia's Foreign Ministry has recognized Western Jerusalem as Israel's capital for the first time, while also affirming East Jerusalem as the future capital of Palestine.…
Cultural Conversation Between Ghavimi and Habib Hosseini-Fard on the Possibility of U.S. Military Action in Syria
The article discusses President Trump's conversations with various leaders regarding the establishment of safe zones in Syria, indicating a potential shift in U.S. military strategy.…
Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the Kurdistan Region: Lower Your Flag in Kirkuk
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has demanded that the Kurdistan Regional Government lower its flag in Kirkuk, warning of potential damage to relations if they…
New Egyptian Court Ruling on Transfer of 'Tiran' and 'Sanafir' Islands to Saudi Arabia
An Egyptian court ruled that the islands of Tiran and Sanafir should be transferred to Saudi Arabia, contradicting a previous ruling that suspended the transfer.…
The 'Surrender Syndrome': Children of Rejected Asylum Seekers in Sweden 'Fall into Coma'
In Sweden, a rare condition known as 'surrender syndrome' causes children of rejected asylum seekers to enter a state resembling coma after their families' applications…
Abu Dhabi's $37 Billion Infrastructure Projects Continue Despite Falling Oil Prices
Abu Dhabi is pushing forward with $37 billion worth of infrastructure projects despite falling oil prices, including a branch of the Louvre Museum, a new…
Restrictions Imposed on Hijab and Long Beards in China's Muslim Region
The Chinese government has imposed strict restrictions on hijabs and long beards in Xinjiang, citing a fight against Islamic extremism. These measures include prohibiting women…