May 2018
Meeting with Mohammad Ali Mansouri
Mohammad Ali Mansouri has been imprisoned for 11 years on charges related to his support for the People's Mujahedin of Iran, despite claims from his…
Increased Likelihood of Meeting Between Trump and North Korean Leader
The likelihood of a meeting between U.S. President Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has increased as negotiations continue. Trump is set to meet…
Emmanuel Macron Grants French Citizenship to Migrant 'Hero'
Emmanuel Macron awarded French citizenship to Mamoudou Gassama, a migrant from Mali who heroically saved a child from a building. This act of bravery has…
Writers' Association: Friday's Raid Indicates Intensification of Government Repressive Actions
The Iranian Writers' Association condemned a security raid that disrupted their 50th anniversary celebration in Tehran, calling it a violation of basic rights. They urged…
Supporters of Abortion Rights Win in Irish Referendum
In a recent referendum, nearly 70% of Irish voters supported ending the ban on abortion, marking a significant shift in public opinion away from traditional…
UN: Two Million Afghans Face Severe Food Shortages Due to Drought
The UN has reported that severe drought in Afghanistan has left two million people facing food shortages, particularly affecting farmers in northern and western provinces.…
Workers: The Outlook of Strikes, the Nature of Protests
Recent months have seen a series of labor strikes in Iran, notably by truck drivers, leading to a government promise to increase fares by up…
Israel's Request to the European Union to Cut Funding to Several NGOs
Israel has officially requested the EU to cut funding to over 10 NGOs it accuses of supporting terrorism and having ties to Hamas. This move…
The United States Bans Imports of Cotton Products from Turkmenistan
The U.S. has banned imports of cotton products from Turkmenistan due to allegations of child and forced labor in cotton cultivation. This decision follows advocacy…
Foreign Journalists Enter North Korea to Report on the Closure of Nuclear Site
Foreign journalists have entered North Korea to report on the closure of a nuclear testing site, following an announcement by Kim Jong Un that the…
Trump and Moon Discuss North Korea's Recent Stance in Phone Call
Donald Trump and Moon Jae-in discussed North Korea's threats regarding the potential cancellation of their upcoming summit. North Korea's recent actions and statements indicate rising…
China: Washington and Beijing Agree to Avoid Trade War
China and the U.S. have reached an agreement to avoid a trade war and prevent new tariffs, with China promising to significantly increase imports from…
Saudi Arabia Detains Several Women's Rights Activists
Saudi Arabia has detained several women's rights activists, including prominent figures, amid promises to allow women to drive starting in July. This crackdown raises concerns…
Over 100 People Killed in Plane Crash in Cuba
A Boeing 737 crashed near Havana, Cuba, killing over 100 people, with only three survivors who are critically injured. The plane was on a flight…
Iran's LGBTQ+ Community: Where the Rainbow is Black and White
The article discusses the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, highlighting the struggles of LGBTQ+ individuals in Iran. It emphasizes the harsh realities faced…
Putin in Meeting with Assad: Foreign Military Forces Will Leave Syria with the Start of Political Process
Vladimir Putin and Bashar Assad discussed the potential for a political process in Syria that could lead to the withdrawal of foreign military forces. This…
Gina Haspel Confirmed as Head of the CIA by the U.S. Senate
Gina Haspel has been confirmed as the head of the CIA by the U.S. Senate despite opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans. Her confirmation…
Amnesty International: Tens of Thousands Fleeing from Hodeidah in Yemen
Amnesty International reports that tens of thousands are fleeing Hodeidah, Yemen, amid escalating clashes between Houthi rebels and Saudi-led coalition forces. The port of Hodeidah…
Afghan Officials Report Taliban Driven Out of Farah City
Afghan officials reported that Taliban forces were driven out of Farah city after a brief but intense conflict, resulting in significant casualties on both sides.…
Catalonia Parliament Elects a Hardline Separatist as Head of Local Government
The Catalonia Parliament elected Kim Torra, a hardline separatist, as the head of the local government, ending seven months of direct Spanish rule. This election…
The US Embassy in Jerusalem Officially Opens
The US is officially opening its embassy in Jerusalem on May 13, a decision by President Trump that has sparked both praise from Israel and…
19 Killed in Attack by Myanmar Rebels
The 'National Liberation Army of Ta'ang' attacked military targets in northern Myanmar, resulting in at least 19 deaths, including 15 civilians. This incident highlights the…
Death of Dozens of Police in Western Afghanistan by Taliban
The Taliban has launched a series of attacks in Farah province, Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of over 30 police officers. This escalation comes as…
U.S. Secretary of State's Visit to North Korea
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has traveled to North Korea to meet with leader Kim Jong-un, with discussions potentially leading to the release of…
Second Case of Rape and Burning of a Teenage Girl in Jharkhand, India
A second case of a teenage girl being raped and burned in Jharkhand, India, has raised serious concerns about the handling of sexual violence in…
Dollar and Euro Prices Rise in Iran's Free Market; Gold Coin Exceeds Two Million Tomans
The prices of the US dollar and euro in Iran's free market have surged, with the dollar reaching 6,300 tomans and the euro 7,500 tomans…
Carbon Dioxide Concentration in Earth's Atmosphere Reaches New Record
The concentration of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere has reached a new high of 410 ppm, primarily due to fossil fuel use, raising concerns…
Trump: Time and Place for Meeting with North Korean Leader Determined
Donald Trump announced that the time and place for his meeting with Kim Jong-un have been set, with discussions ongoing about the release of three…
Iran's Negative Trade Balance with the U.S. Increases
Iran's trade deficit with the U.S. has widened as exports to the U.S. fell by 45% while imports surged by 57%. This shift occurs amid…
Volcanic Lava in Hawaii Overflowed into Residential Areas
The Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupted, causing mandatory evacuations for approximately 1,700 residents due to lava flow and hazardous gases. The U.S. Geological Survey has…
Severe Storm in India Claims at Least 116 Lives
A severe storm in India has resulted in at least 116 fatalities and over 250 injuries, primarily due to lightning and collapsing structures. The storm…
Amnesty International: Iran Must Halt Imminent Execution of Ramin Hossein Panahi
Amnesty International is calling on Iran to stop the imminent execution of Ramin Hossein Panahi, a Kurdish Iranian sentenced to death after an unfair trial.…
New Protest Campaign in Iran with #HundredThousandTalkingBanknotes
A new protest campaign in Iran, marked by the hashtag #HundredThousandTalkingBanknotes, involves citizens writing anti-government slogans on banknotes to express dissent and bypass censorship. This…