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April 2024

April 30, 2024

Iraq Returns Nearly 700 More Citizens Linked to ISIS from Syrian Camp to Mosul

Iraq has repatriated nearly 700 citizens linked to ISIS from a Syrian camp to Mosul, with most being women and children. This action is part…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 30, 2024
April 29, 2024

Russian Missile Attack on Educational Center in Odesa Leaves Four Dead

A Russian missile strike on an educational facility in Odesa has killed four and injured 28, prompting urgent medical responses. NATO's Secretary General visited Kyiv…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 29, 2024

US State Department Deputy Spokesperson: The Islamic Republic Remains One of the 'Largest Exporters of Terrorism'

The US State Department's Deputy Spokesperson accused the Islamic Republic of Iran of being a major exporter of terrorism and stated that its actions have…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 29, 2024

Determining Wages in Parliament Aimed at Reducing Protests; Minister of Labor's Move to Silence Workers

The Iranian Minister of Labor proposes that the parliament determine the minimum wage to reduce worker complaints, which critics argue silences labor voices. This move…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 29, 2024
April 28, 2024

Tehran Justice Deputy: We Have No Money, the 'Child and Adolescent Protection Law' is in Limbo

The Deputy of the Tehran Justice Department has highlighted the lack of budget and regulations as reasons for the stalled implementation of the Child and…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 28, 2024
April 27, 2024

A New Era in Cancer Treatment; First Custom 'Melanoma' Vaccine Injected in Britain

A 52-year-old man in Britain received the first custom mRNA vaccine for melanoma, developed by Merck and Moderna, which helps the immune system target cancer…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 27, 2024

Fuel Card Sold for 30 Million Tomans; Truck Drivers Protest in Tehran, Kerman, and Assaluyeh

The Iranian government has seen a rise in the buying and selling of fuel cards due to new restrictions, with cards now priced at 30…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 27, 2024

42% Increase in House Rent in Farvardin; Tenants in Distress

In Farvardin, house rents in Iran surged by 42% compared to the previous year, exacerbating the housing crisis for tenants. Government officials claim improvements in…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 27, 2024
April 26, 2024

Deadly Drone Attack in Iraqi Kurdistan; Informed Source to VOA: It Was the Work of Iran's Proxies

A drone attack on the Kormor gas field in Iraqi Kurdistan resulted in four deaths and significant damage, attributed to Iranian-backed militias. This incident highlights…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 26, 2024

Davood Mahdian, Retired Teacher, Summoned to Revolutionary Court by IRGC Intelligence in Malayer

Davood Mahdian, a retired teacher, has been summoned to court by IRGC intelligence for allegedly criticizing the regime on social media. This case highlights ongoing…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 26, 2024

Blinken to Visit Israel for Negotiations on Ceasefire in Gaza and Release of Hostages

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit Israel to discuss a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hamas.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 26, 2024
April 24, 2024

A Newspaper Report on the Government's Broken Promise; Import of Used Cars Canceled

The Iranian government has canceled plans to import used cars, citing currency management issues, despite previous promises from the Minister of Industry. Critics argue this…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 24, 2024
April 21, 2024

Seven Prisoners Executed in Kerman and Karaj Prisons

Seven prisoners, including four Baluch and two Kurdish individuals, were executed in Iranian prisons for drug-related offenses. The Hengaw Human Rights Organization reported that the…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 21, 2024
April 20, 2024

Canada's Opposition to the Visa Extension of an Iranian Researcher; Two-Month Ordeal of a University Professor at Istanbul Airport

Dr. Shiva Kavyani, an Iranian researcher, has been stranded at Istanbul Airport for two months after her Canadian visa was denied for extension. She is…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 20, 2024
April 18, 2024

NASA Warns About China's Space Program as a 'Cover for Military Goals'

NASA's head, Bill Nelson, warned that China's civilian space program may be a cover for military ambitions, emphasizing the need for the U.S. to return…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 18, 2024
April 17, 2024

At least 16 killed in Russian missile attack on Chernihiv city in Ukraine

A Russian missile attack on Chernihiv, Ukraine, resulted in at least 16 deaths and numerous injuries, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis as Ukraine calls for increased…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 17, 2024
April 16, 2024

Senate Foreign Relations Committee Supports Dual Bills Against the Islamic Republic; End Iran's Terrorism

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has supported two bills aimed at countering Iran's influence and activities, particularly targeting its oil sales to China. Senators Jim…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 16, 2024

Gallant: The Islamic Republic's Attack Failed; The Skies of the Middle East Are Open to the Israeli Air Force

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant declared that the Islamic Republic's recent attacks have failed and that Israel is prepared for all scenarios. He emphasized that…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 16, 2024
April 12, 2024

International Monetary Fund: Strong U.S. Economic Growth Has Helped Improve Global Economy

The head of the IMF announced that strong U.S. economic growth is positively impacting the global economy, although challenges remain. The U.S. economy grew unexpectedly…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 12, 2024
April 10, 2024

In a Historic Move, the U.S. Will Send a Japanese Astronaut to the Moon

NASA's Artemis mission will include a Japanese astronaut, marking a historic first for non-American astronauts on the Moon. This agreement was made during a meeting…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 10, 2024

Discoverer of the Higgs Boson Passes Away at 94

Peter Higgs, the physicist who proposed the existence of the Higgs boson, has died at 94. His work fundamentally changed our understanding of particle physics…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 10, 2024
April 9, 2024

White House National Security Advisor: U.S. Support for Israel Against Threats from the Islamic Republic is 'Ironclad'

The U.S. reaffirmed its strong support for Israel in light of potential Iranian retaliation for an alleged attack on its consulate. National Security Advisor Jake…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 9, 2024

Russia and Kazakhstan Under Unprecedented Flooding; Over 100,000 Evacuated

Russia and Kazakhstan are facing severe flooding due to rapid snowmelt in the Ural Mountains, leading to the evacuation of over 100,000 residents. This unprecedented…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 9, 2024

US Treasury Secretary Calls for 'Containment of China's Excess Industrial Capacity' in Beijing

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urged China to contain its excess industrial capacity during her visit to Beijing, emphasizing the need to protect emerging American…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 9, 2024
April 8, 2024

At least 94 people killed in capsizing of unlicensed vessel in Mozambique

A tragic maritime accident in Mozambique resulted in at least 94 fatalities and 26 missing individuals after an unlicensed fishing boat capsized. The incident highlights…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 8, 2024
April 7, 2024

Continued U.S. Aerial Aid to Gaza; CENTCOM: We Have Delivered 739 Tons of Aid to Gaza Residents

The U.S. Central Command has been delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, including over 38,000 meals in a recent operation. This effort, initiated by President Biden,…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 7, 2024

Gallant: While striving to destroy Hamas, we facilitate increased aid to Gaza

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and U.S. Ambassador Jack Lew visited a new humanitarian coordination unit aimed at facilitating aid to Gaza while pursuing military…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 7, 2024

Britain: Support for Israel is 'not unconditional'

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron emphasized that Britain's support for Israel is contingent on adherence to international humanitarian law following an Israeli airstrike that killed…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 7, 2024
April 6, 2024

New Zealand Appoints Independent Panel to Achieve Methane Emission Reduction Goals by 2050

New Zealand has established an independent panel to advise on reducing methane emissions by 24 to 47 percent by 2050, as part of its climate…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 6, 2024
April 5, 2024

UN Conducts 'Very Complex Mission' to Deliver Medical Aid to Hospitals in Gaza

The WHO successfully delivered medical aid to hospitals in northern Gaza amidst ongoing tensions, reaching around a thousand patients. The situation remains dire, with calls…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 5, 2024

Arrest of 7 Individuals in Oshnavieh for Prison Sentences

Seven residents of Oshnavieh, including a minor and members of families seeking justice, have been sentenced to a total of 27 months in prison for…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 5, 2024

Mehdi Afsharnik and Ali Tasnimi Remain in Detention Without Resolution After Two Months

Mehdi Afsharnik and Ali Tasnimi, two journalists, have been detained for two months without legal representation or family contact. Their arrests are part of a…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 5, 2024

Finland Extends Closure of Land Borders with Russia Indefinitely

Finland has indefinitely extended the closure of its land borders with Russia, citing a long-term situation and accusing Russia of sending refugees as retaliation for…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 5, 2024
April 4, 2024

Houthi Leader: We Attacked 90 Ships, Suffered 37 Casualties

The Houthi leader claimed responsibility for attacking 90 ships in the Red Sea, resulting in 37 casualties among their forces due to U.S. and British…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 4, 2024

Macron Rejects Russia's Claim of Ukrainian and French Involvement in Moscow Concert Attack

French President Emmanuel Macron dismissed Russian claims of Ukrainian and French involvement in a deadly concert hall attack in Moscow. The attack, which ISIS-K claimed…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 4, 2024

Turmoil in Iran's Financial Markets; Each US Dollar Reaches 64,000 Tomans

Iran's financial markets are experiencing significant turmoil as the US dollar surpasses 64,000 tomans, impacting the prices of gold and housing. This situation is exacerbated…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 4, 2024
April 3, 2024

Doubts About the 'Diplomatic' Claim of the Destroyed Building in Damascus; U.S.: We Are Gathering Information

The U.S. is investigating the destruction of a building in Damascus claimed by Iran to be part of its embassy complex, following an airstrike attributed…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 3, 2024

Taiwan's Most Severe Earthquake in 25 Years Leaves 9 Dead and 900 Injured

Taiwan experienced its most severe earthquake in 25 years, resulting in 9 fatalities and 946 injuries. The earthquake prompted tsunami warnings in Taiwan and nearby…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 3, 2024

Another Channel Opened for Ship Passage After Destruction of Baltimore's Major Bridge and Waterway Blockage

A container ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, leading to its collapse and blocking the waterway. Cleanup operations are underway, and…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 3, 2024
April 2, 2024

Explosion of Prices in the Currency Market; Value of Subsidies Reduced from $43 to $5

The Iranian government is facing criticism as the value of cash subsidies has drastically decreased from $43 to $5 amid soaring inflation and currency devaluation.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 2, 2024

Ukraine's Attorney General: Signs of Genocide in Russia's Crimes

Ukraine's Attorney General Andriy Kostin claims that Russian crimes in occupied territories, particularly in Bucha, reflect a pattern of genocide. He emphasizes the need for…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 2, 2024
April 1, 2024

Ukraine: Russia has used hypersonic missiles to attack Kyiv

Russia has reportedly used hypersonic 'Zircon' missiles in attacks on Kyiv, with over 180 missile and drone strikes occurring in the first quarter of 2024.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Apr 1, 2024
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