August 2017
Human Rights Defenders: Clarify the Status of the Missing Syrians
Human rights organizations are demanding clarity on the status of tens of thousands of Syrians who have gone missing amid the ongoing conflict. They urge…
Floods in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal; Over 1200 Dead, 40 Million Affected
Severe flooding and landslides in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal have resulted in over 1200 deaths and affected 41 million people. The humanitarian crisis includes widespread…
Approximately 40,000 Homes Damaged in Houston by Hurricane Harvey
Hurricane Harvey has caused significant flooding in Houston, Texas, damaging approximately 30,000 to 40,000 homes and leading to at least 18 fatalities. The disaster has…
Hundreds of Workers from Hepco and Azar Ab Factories Gather in Arak
Workers from two factories in Arak protested due to unpaid wages and insurance issues. Hundreds participated in separate gatherings, highlighting ongoing labor unrest in the…
German Police: A Nurse Has Likely Taken the Lives of At Least 90 Patients
German police revealed that nurse Niels Högel may have killed at least 90 patients over several years, using drugs to induce dangerous medical conditions before…
Saudi Coalition Admits Mistake in Airstrike on Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition admitted to a mistake in a recent airstrike on Sanaa, Yemen, that resulted in the deaths of 14 people, including six children.…
Window; Arrest of Journalists and Ongoing Hunger Strike in Rajai Shahr Prison
Two journalists were arrested in Tehran without disclosed charges amid ongoing global criticism of Iran's freedom of expression. Amnesty International condemned the conditions in Rajai…
France's Commitment to Rebuilding Iraq After the Defeat of ISIS
France has committed to providing 430 million euros to help rebuild Iraq following the defeat of ISIS, as emphasized by the French Foreign Minister during…
Iraqi Foreign Minister: 70 Percent of Tal Afar City Liberated
Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari announced that 70% of Tal Afar has been liberated from ISIS, with ongoing military operations supported by US airstrikes. The…
International Federation of Journalists Defends Iranian Journalists' Right to Form Union
The International Federation of Journalists condemned the Iranian government's obstruction of the Tehran Journalists' Association, which recently resigned in protest against illegal pressures from authorities.…
ISIS Prevents Syrian Soldiers from Advancing in Raqqa Province
ISIS militants have successfully repelled Syrian government forces from advancing towards the town of Maadan in Raqqa province, resulting in significant casualties. This incident highlights…
Myanmar: 71 killed in attacks by Muslim militants on police and border guards
In Myanmar, 71 people were killed in attacks by Rohingya militants on police and border posts, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The…
Trump and Sisi Discuss 'Expansion of US-Egypt Relations' in Phone Call
Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi discussed the expansion of US-Egypt relations amid reports of reduced US aid to Egypt due to human…
Tajikistan Officials Consider Islamic Hijab as 'Alien' and 'Dangerous'
Tajikistan's government has passed a law labeling the Islamic hijab as 'alien' and 'dangerous,' aiming to restrict its use among women. This move has sparked…
Iraqi Forces Retake Two Areas in Tal Afar
Iraqi forces have retaken two areas in Tal Afar from ISIS amidst ongoing military operations supported by the U.S. Secretary of Defense's visit to Iraq.…
Rocket Strikes Diplomatic Area in Kabul
A rocket struck a diplomatic area in Kabul, Afghanistan, as President Trump prepares to announce new strategies for the country. The Taliban has warned against…
US Embassy in Moscow Halts Non-Immigrant Visa Issuance for Russians
The US Embassy in Moscow has suspended non-immigrant visa issuance for Russians for eight days, citing a reduction in diplomatic staff. This decision follows Russia's…
Russian Fighters Kill 'Over 200 ISIS Militants' in Deir ez-Zor
Russian airstrikes reportedly killed over 200 ISIS militants in Deir ez-Zor, Syria, marking a significant military success for the Syrian government forces. The attack is…
UN: The Mirza Oleng Massacre in Afghanistan Likely Constitutes a War Crime
The UN has reported that the recent massacre of civilians in Mirza Oleng, Afghanistan, likely constitutes a war crime, with at least 36 confirmed deaths.…
Conditional Release of Turkish-Origin Writer in Spain
Dogan Akhanli, a Turkish-origin writer critical of the Turkish government, was conditionally released in Spain after being detained at Turkey's request. His case has drawn…
Police Pursue Perpetrator of Deadly Barcelona Attack; 'Five Terrorist Suspects Killed'
A van attack in Barcelona killed 13 and injured 100, with police pursuing the fleeing driver. Five suspects linked to the attack were killed in…
Another Confirmation of the Theory of General Relativity with the Collaboration of Iranian Researchers
A new study involving Iranian researchers confirms aspects of Einstein's theory of general relativity through observations of stars orbiting the Milky Way's central black hole.…
Trump Described North Korean Leader's Decision on Guam as 'Wise'
Donald Trump praised North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's decision to delay a missile launch toward Guam, calling it wise. This comes amid a decrease in…
Bagheri Meets Erdogan; 'Shared View on Kurdish Independence Referendum in Iraq'
Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri of Iran met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to discuss the Kurdish independence referendum in Iraq, emphasizing shared concerns…
Agreement of Russian, Turkish, and Iranian Consortium for $7 Billion Investment
A consortium involving Russian, Turkish, and Iranian companies has agreed to invest $7 billion in Iranian oil and gas fields. This investment includes drilling operations…
Head of the 'Foundation for Defense of Democracies': Mistreatment of Religious Minorities in Iran Has Never Improved
The U.S. government has condemned the ongoing persecution of religious minorities in Iran, highlighting a lack of improvement despite promises from Iranian leadership. Clifford May,…
Suicide Bombing in Nigeria Leaves 27 Dead
A suicide bombing in Nigeria by a female attacker resulted in 27 deaths and numerous injuries, highlighting the ongoing violence from Boko Haram in the…
Airstrikes Begin to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS
Iraqi forces have begun airstrikes to retake the city of Tal Afar from ISIS, following the liberation of Mosul. This operation is significant as Tal…
UN Warns About the Situation of Thousands of Syrian Women and Children at the Jordan Border
The UN has raised alarms about 50,000 Syrian women and children trapped at the Jordan border, facing life-threatening conditions and shortages of supplies. Syrian government…
18 Killed in Attack by Gunmen on Restaurant in Burkina Faso
Armed assailants attacked a restaurant in Burkina Faso, killing at least 18 people, including a French citizen. The attackers are suspected to be linked to…
Abolition of Death Penalty for Some Current Drug Offenders Approved by Iranian Parliament
The Iranian parliament has approved a bill that limits the death penalty for certain drug-related offenses, converting sentences to imprisonment under specific conditions. This change…
Death of Dozens of Children in the Past Five Days at a Healthcare Center in India
In Uttar Pradesh, India, at least 60 children have died in the past five days due to a severe shortage of oxygen in a government…
Dozens of Migrants Killed in Yemen's Waters by Human Traffickers
Dozens of illegal migrants from Somalia and Ethiopia were forcibly thrown into the sea by human traffickers in Yemen, resulting in at least 29 deaths…
Deadly Earthquake in a Tourist Area in China
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck near Jiuzhaigou National Park in China, resulting in at least 13 deaths and over 160 injuries. Local authorities are evacuating…
The Footprint of ISIS in Kurdistan in Seven Acts
ISIS carried out attacks in Iran, involving Kurdish and Iranian assailants, leading to widespread arrests in Kurdish regions. This raises concerns about the influence of…
Meeting with Narges Mohammadi
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist and vice president of the Defenders of Human Rights Center, is serving a 16-year prison sentence despite…
Israel Grants Asylum to Iranian Blogger Facing Deportation from Turkey
Neda Amin, an Iranian blogger in Turkey, is granted asylum by Israel as she faces deportation back to Iran, which poses significant risks due to…
Advances of Assad's Forces in Northern and Central Syria
Syrian government forces have made significant advances towards Deir ez-Zor, nearing the city of Mayadeen and recapturing al-Sukhnah. The Syrian Democratic Forces are also working…
Human Rights Defenders' Request from Hassan Rouhani to Fulfill His Election Promises
Human rights organizations are urging Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to uphold his election promises and international commitments as he begins his second term. Reporters Without…
Ban and Collection of Ayatollah Khomeini's Treatise in Tajikistan
The distribution of Ayatollah Khomeini's treatise has been banned in Tajikistan, and the books have been collected. This action reflects the government's stance on religious…
Trial of Hundreds Accused in Failed July 2016 Coup in Turkey Begins
The trial of nearly 500 individuals accused of participating in the failed 2016 coup in Turkey has commenced, with significant public outcry and demands for…
Haider al-Abadi and Muqtada al-Sadr's Trip to Saudi Arabia
Haider al-Abadi discussed the role of Hashd al-Shaabi in Iraq's future during a meeting with an Iranian media delegation while expressing ignorance about Muqtada al-Sadr's…
Coal Exports to Ukraine; The U.S. Counteracts Russian Influence
The U.S. is exporting 700,000 tons of coal to Ukraine to reduce Russian energy influence. This move is part of a broader strategy to increase…