September 2017
Police Deadline for Evacuating Occupied Schools in Catalonia
Supporters of Catalonia's independence are occupying schools to use them as polling stations for a referendum, while police have set a deadline for evacuation. The…
The United States Does Not Recognize the Independence Referendum in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq
The U.S. has stated it does not recognize the independence referendum held in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, which saw over 92% support for independence.…
Separatism: Just or Unjust?
Residents of the Kurdistan region held a non-binding referendum where 93% voted for independence from Iraq, leading to celebrations among supporters. However, the Iraqi government…
US: Ready to Mediate Between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan if Requested
The US has expressed readiness to mediate between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan if requested, amidst rising tensions following a recent independence referendum in the region.…
ISIS Released an Audio File Attributed to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi
ISIS has released a new audio file attributed to its leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, after a year of speculation about his fate. The audio includes…
IMF Warns About the Importance of Assisting Poor Countries in Climate Change
The IMF emphasizes the need for wealthy nations to assist poorer countries in addressing climate change, warning of dire consequences if they fail to do…
The Law on Car Imports to Iran Will Change
Iran is changing its car import laws, allowing vehicles over 2500 cc and luxury cars back into the market. Only official representatives of foreign manufacturers…
Zarif Criticizes Trump's Tweet on Iran's Missile Test
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for his comments on Iran's missile test, calling him uninformed. Zarif emphasized the need…
Continued Actions by the Spanish Government to Prevent the Catalonia Independence Referendum
The Spanish government is intensifying efforts to prevent a Catalonia independence referendum scheduled for October 1st, labeling it illegal. Tensions have escalated between Madrid and…
Daqti: The Kurdistan Regional Government Does Not Want Religion to Enter Politics
Reza Daqti, an Iranian journalist, reports on the positive atmosphere in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq during the recent referendum, highlighting the people's desire for…
U.S. Supreme Court Postpones Review of Trump's Previous Immigration Order
The U.S. Supreme Court has postponed the review of Trump's previous immigration order that barred citizens from predominantly Muslim countries after he issued a new…
Fox News: No Evidence of Recent Iranian Missile Test
American officials claim that recent missile test footage released by Iran is outdated and from a failed test in January. The unveiling of the Khorramshahr…
German Elections; A Far-Right Party Enters Parliament for the First Time in 70 Years
In the recent German parliamentary elections, the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) entered parliament for the first time in 70 years, securing 13.3% of…
Merkel on the Brink of Fourth Electoral Victory
Angela Merkel is leading in the upcoming German parliamentary elections with her party, the Christian Democratic Union, polling at over 36%. The rise of the…
US-backed Forces Capture '90 Percent' of Raqqa
US-backed Syrian forces have captured 90% of Raqqa from ISIS, marking a significant military achievement in the fight against the group. The Syrian Democratic Forces,…
Research Findings: Over 40 Million People Are Trapped in Slavery
A joint study reveals that over 40 million people are victims of modern slavery, including forced labor and forced marriages. The report, conducted by major…
Amnesty International: Aung San Suu Kyi has buried her head in the sand regarding the Rohingya issue
Amnesty International criticized Aung San Suu Kyi's response to the Rohingya crisis, labeling her comments as lies and victim-blaming. The organization claims that Myanmar's security…
Donald Trump Delivered a Speech at the United Nations General Assembly
Donald Trump delivered his first speech at the UN General Assembly, criticizing the Iranian government for its economic decline and support of terrorism. He condemned…
Meeting with Sewada Aghaser
Sewada Aghaser, an Armenian Christian musician in Tehran, has been imprisoned for five years for promoting Christianity, facing charges of acting against national security. His…
Opening of British Airways' Headquarters in Tehran
British Airways has reopened its headquarters in Tehran after resuming flights to the city, enhancing connectivity for its customers. This move follows the lifting of…
Prevention of the 'Pan-Iranist Party' Ceremony
The Pan-Iranist Party was unable to hold a ceremony for its 70th anniversary due to government intervention, which included threats and mobilization of forces to…
Raha Bahreini: Mr. Soltani's Imprisonment is a Great Injustice
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights condemned Iran's ongoing human rights violations, particularly regarding freedom of expression. Raha Bahreini from Amnesty International highlighted the…
ISIS Fighters Caravan Arrives in Area Controlled by the Group in Deir ez-Zor
A convoy of ISIS fighters and their families has reached areas controlled by the group in eastern Syria following an agreement with the Syrian government…
Iran's Rank in Human Capital Index is 104th in the World
Iran ranks 104th in the World Economic Forum's Human Capital Index, indicating significant challenges in utilizing its human resources effectively. Key statistics highlight a low…
US Reports Killing of Six Al-Shabaab Fighters by Drones
The US military reported that six Al-Shabaab fighters were killed in drone strikes in southern Somalia as part of an intensified campaign against the group.…
Aung San Suu Kyi Will Not Attend the UN General Assembly in New York
Aung San Suu Kyi has opted out of attending the UN General Assembly amid escalating violence against the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar. This decision…
Amnesty International Calls for Unconditional Release of Rahile Rahimipour
Amnesty International has called for the unconditional release of Rahile Rahimipour, who was arrested while searching for her missing niece, Golroo, born in Evin Prison.…
The Death Toll from Irma Reaches 'At Least 40'; Florida Still Without Power
Hurricane Irma has caused at least 40 deaths, with millions in Florida still without power. The storm, which made landfall on September 10, has been…
Symbolic Naming of a Nuremberg Urban Park After Abdolfattah Soltani
A park in Nuremberg, Germany, was symbolically named after Abdolfattah Soltani, an imprisoned Iranian lawyer, on the sixth anniversary of his arrest. The event highlighted…
Death Toll from Powerful Earthquake in Mexico Reaches 90
A powerful 8.1 magnitude earthquake in Mexico has resulted in at least 90 deaths and significant damage, particularly in the Oaxaca region. Hundreds of thousands…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of Abdolfattah Soltani
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Abdolfattah Soltani, a human rights lawyer imprisoned for six years. His prolonged detention highlights the repression…
Breaking the Sound Barrier: Israeli Fighter Jets Fly Over Sidon
Israeli fighter jets broke the sound barrier over Sidon, Lebanon, causing panic among residents and damage to buildings. This incident follows accusations from Lebanon that…
Dollar, Financial Markets, and Oil Affected by Hurricane Irma
Hurricane Irma is wreaking havoc in the Caribbean and is approaching Florida, causing oil prices to rise and impacting financial markets. The storm has already…
Iran Chess Federation Among FIDE Debtors
The Iranian Chess Federation has been suspended by FIDE due to unpaid debts from the Women's World Chess Championship held in Tehran. The total debt…
Facebook's Evidence on 'Virtual Group Supporting Russia' Before US Elections
Facebook revealed that it sold advertisements to a group of Russian government supporters who targeted US voters before the 2020 presidential election. Investigations by US…
UN says Syrian army has 'repeatedly' used chemical weapons
The UN has reported that the Syrian army has used chemical weapons multiple times during the civil war, including a recent attack on Khan Sheikhoun…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Halt to Destruction of Mass Grave of 1988 Executions in Ahvaz
Amnesty International has called on Iranian authorities to stop the destruction of a mass grave in Ahvaz, where victims of the 1988 executions are buried.…
Oil Market Instability Following Hurricane Harvey and North Korea's Nuclear Test
The global oil market is experiencing instability due to Hurricane Harvey's impact on U.S. refining capacity and North Korea's recent nuclear test. These events have…
Does Iran's Job Market Have a Bright Outlook?
Masoud Nili, a senior government official, highlighted the urgent need for Iran to create 800,000 jobs annually, particularly as more women and young graduates enter…
Merkel Calls for End to EU Membership Talks with Turkey
Angela Merkel has called for an end to Turkey's EU membership talks amid rising tensions between Germany and Turkey. This comes after her rival Martin…
Spiegel: Germany Has Rejected Turkey's Request for the Extradition of 80 Turkish Citizens
Germany has rejected Turkey's request to extradite 80 Turkish citizens accused of supporting Fethullah Gülen, a cleric opposed to President Erdoğan. This rejection highlights ongoing…
Continued Criticism of the Situation of Rajai-Shahr Prisoners and the Death Sentence of Mohammad Ali Taheri
The UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran has raised concerns about the treatment of hunger-striking prisoners in Rajai-Shahr prison and the reissuance of…
U.S. State Department Expresses 'Deep' Concern Over Death Sentence for Mohammad Ali Taheri
The U.S. State Department has expressed serious concern over the death sentence issued to Mohammad Ali Taheri, founder of Erfan Halqeh, citing violations of international…