September 2023
First Anniversary of Occupation of 4 Regions in Ukraine; Putin: They Wanted to Join Russia
Vladimir Putin claimed that residents of four Ukrainian regions annexed by Russia last year wanted to join Russia, despite widespread accusations of election fraud. The…
"Endless Borders" Wins Best Film at Tirana Film Festival
"Endless Borders," directed by Abbas Amini, won the Best Film award at the Tirana International Film Festival. The film explores themes of exile and refugee…
Russian and Belarusian Athletes to Compete as Neutral Participants in the Paris 2024 Paralympics
The International Paralympic Committee has allowed Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete as neutral participants in the Paris 2024 Paralympics despite ongoing criticism. This decision…
Mowlavi Abdolhamid on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday': Solve People's Problems to Achieve National Unity
Mowlavi Abdolhamid commemorated the first anniversary of the Bloody Friday massacre, calling for justice and national unity through addressing the people's grievances. He criticized the…
Defense Ministers of Ukraine and France Commit to Cooperation on Weapons
Ukraine and France have pledged to enhance cooperation on weapons supply and joint production amidst ongoing conflict with Russia. This collaboration includes training for Ukrainian…
EU Meeting on Refugees Ahead of German and Italian Elections
Germany and Italy are addressing rising migration concerns ahead of key elections, with Germany implementing new border controls in response to increased asylum applications. EU…
Israel's Supreme Court Reviews Objections to Judicial Overhaul Law
Israel's Supreme Court is reviewing objections to a controversial judicial overhaul law that critics claim is designed to protect Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid his…
Molavi Abdulhamid: The Solution to Iran's Problems Lies in 'Listening to the Majority's Demands'
Molavi Abdulhamid, the Sunni Friday prayer leader of Zahedan, called for the Iranian government to listen to the people's demands as a solution to the…
Azerbaijani Forces Arrest Former Leader of Separatist Nagorno-Karabakh Government
Azerbaijani forces arrested Ruben Vardanyan, the former leader of the separatist Nagorno-Karabakh government, as he attempted to flee to Armenia amid a mass exodus of…
Fire in Iraq Turns a Wedding into a Public Mourning
A deadly fire at a wedding in Nineveh, Iraq, has resulted in at least 114 deaths and 200 injuries, prompting a week of public mourning…
New Research: Diagnosis of 'Chronic COVID' May Be Possible with Blood Test
A new study reveals significant differences in the blood of individuals suffering from chronic COVID, providing scientific evidence for the existence of the illness. Researchers…
Explosion in Nagorno-Karabakh Leaves 20 Dead and Dozens Injured
An explosion at a gas station in Nagorno-Karabakh has resulted in at least 20 deaths and 300 injuries amid a mass exodus of ethnic Armenians…
Aliyev's Claim in Meeting with Erdogan: Part of Armenia Should Have Been Part of Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev and Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed creating a land corridor through Armenia, which Armenia opposes. This meeting follows recent Azerbaijani…
Two Senior U.S. Officials Visit Armenia Amid Nagorno-Karabakh Developments
Two senior U.S. officials visited Armenia to address concerns over the humanitarian crisis following the recent conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, where ethnic Armenians are fleeing to…
Pope Francis: Refugees Coming by Sea Are Not Invaders, They Seek Hospitality
Pope Francis urged European governments to assist refugees crossing the Mediterranean, emphasizing their need for hospitality rather than being viewed as invaders. His comments highlight…
Continued Pressure on Media Activists; Ali Hadiyaloo and Hoshyar Babaei Summoned to Court
Ali Hadiyaloo and Hoshyar Babaei, two media activists in Iran, have been summoned and interrogated by government forces as pressure on journalists increases ahead of…
A Member of Parliament: The Hijab and Chastity Law Says We Will Arrest, Imprison, and Fine
Jalil Rashidi Koocheh, an Iranian MP, criticized the enforcement of the Hijab and Chastity law, arguing it increases public dissatisfaction and should focus on guidance…
Anniversary of Nika Shakeri Canceled Under Security Pressures; Nika's Mother: We Cannot Stand Against Oppression and Injustice Empty-Handed
The anniversary ceremony for Nika Shakeri, a teenage protester killed during the 2022 protests in Iran, was canceled due to government pressures on her family.…
Yalda Moayeri's Account One Year After Arrest During Protests: I and 'Other Women' Were Sexually Assaulted
Yalda Moayeri, a photojournalist, disclosed that she and other women were sexually assaulted by government agents during protests in Iran last year. She has faced…
Photo Gallery | Release of American Citizens Imprisoned in Iran and Their Arrival in Qatar
Three Iranian prisoners have been released in exchange for American citizens held in Iran, sparking a debate over whether this exchange benefits the U.S. or…
Conflicting Reports on the Death of a Protester in Saqqez Due to Gunfire from Government Forces
Fardin Jafari, a protester injured by government gunfire in Saqqez, has reportedly died in the hospital, contradicting earlier reports of his recovery. The incident coincides…
Charges Explained for Iranian-American in Atlanta Court; Charge: Violation of Sanctions Against the Islamic Republic
Jalal Hajavi, an Iranian-American, has been charged in Atlanta for attempting to illegally export heavy equipment to Iran, violating U.S. sanctions. The case highlights ongoing…
Witnesses Report Protests in Saqez: People Chanted in Persian and Kurdish: 'Don't Cry Mother, We Will Avenge Your Daughter's Death'
Protests erupted in Saqez following the death of Mahsa Amini, with thousands participating in a funeral that turned into a demonstration against the Iranian regime.…
Research Results: 75% Increase in Executions in Iran After Mahsa Amini's Death
A report indicates that executions in Iran have surged by 75% since Mahsa Amini's death, with over 650 executions recorded since September 2022. This alarming…
Ukraine Downs 17 Russian Drones in Multiple Regions
Ukrainian forces shot down 17 Russian drones during nighttime attacks across multiple regions. The incidents highlight ongoing military confrontations between Ukraine and Russia, with significant…
Request to Exclude Iran from the 2024 Paris Olympics Due to Discrimination Against Women in Sports
A group of Iranians abroad has called for Iran's exclusion from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to government discrimination against women in sports. Key figures…
Over 6000 Dead Due to Floods in Libya; International Rescue Efforts to Find Survivors
Severe flooding in Libya, triggered by the collapse of two dams, has resulted in over 6000 deaths and thousands missing, particularly in the city of…
Bahareh Hedayat Transferred to Hospital on the Thirteenth Day of Hunger Strike
Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, has been hospitalized on the thirteenth day of her hunger strike due to severe health issues. She is protesting against…
Storm and Flood in Libya; 10,000 People Missing
A severe storm in Libya has led to the collapse of dams, resulting in significant destruction in the city of Derna and leaving around 10,000…
Education International Calls for Immediate Release of All Imprisoned Teachers in the Islamic Republic
Education International has called for the immediate release of all imprisoned teachers in Iran, particularly highlighting the deteriorating health of Jafar Ebrahimi, who has been…
Earthquake Damages Several Historical Buildings in Morocco
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, causing significant damage to historical buildings and resulting in over 1,000 fatalities. The city of Marrakech, known for its…
Continued Protests in Syria; Protesters Tear Down Images of Assad
Protests against Bashar al-Assad in Suwayda, Syria, have intensified as demonstrators tear down his images and express their discontent over economic hardships. The protests, fueled…
Iranian Government Condemned to Pay Compensation to the Children of Abbas Amir-Entezam
A U.S. federal court has ordered the Iranian government to pay $19.5 million in damages for the torture of Abbas Amir-Entezam, a prominent political figure…
Whipping Sentence for Engineer Opposing Mandatory Hijab; Zainab Kazemi: I Am Not Ashamed of My Call for Justice
Zainab Kazemi, an engineer and protester against mandatory hijab, has been sentenced to 74 lashes for 'offending public morality' after removing her hijab during an…
Emmanuel Macron: The Russian Flag Should Have No Place at the Olympics in France
French President Emmanuel Macron declared that the Russian flag should not be displayed at the Paris Olympics due to Russia's actions in Ukraine. He emphasized…
Moderna: New Vaccine Effective Against Newly Emerged Highly Mutated COVID Variant
Moderna announced that its updated COVID vaccine is effective against the new variant BA.2.86, which has raised concerns of a new wave of infections. The…
The World Experienced the Hottest Summer in History
The UN has declared the summer of 2023 as the hottest on record, prompting Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to call for urgent climate action from world…
Britain Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech
Britain has approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech to target the 'XBB 1.5' variant. This vaccine is authorized for individuals six months…
Analytical Report; A Mirage Called China's 'Economic Miracle'
In 2023, China's economic reforms initiated by Xi Jinping a decade ago have largely failed, leading to concerns of a potential economic recession similar to…
Israeli Foreign Minister's Visit to Bahrain; U.S. Fifth Fleet Commander Meets with Eli Cohen
Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen visited Bahrain to discuss maritime security with U.S. Fifth Fleet Commander Admiral Brad Cooper. This meeting highlights the ongoing collaboration…
Uncertain Fate of 6 Trapped Workers in 'Tarzeh' Mine in Damghan; Workers Die Silently in Iran
An explosion at the Tarzeh mine in Damghan has left six workers trapped, with ongoing rescue efforts. Reports indicate that workplace accidents in Iran lead…
One Day After Clashes in Tel Aviv; Netanyahu Calls for the Expulsion of Eritrean Migrants from Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for the immediate expulsion of Eritrean migrants following violent clashes in Tel Aviv. This issue has been a…
Iraqi Immigrant Burns Quran Again in Sweden; Police Arrest Several Individuals
An Iraqi immigrant, Silvan Momika, organized a Quran burning in Malmo, Sweden, leading to violent disturbances and the arrest of several individuals. The Swedish government…
Spain's Government Moves to Dismiss Football Federation President; Aftershocks of Controversial Kiss Continue
The Spanish government is moving to dismiss Luis Rubiales, the suspended president of the football federation, following a controversial kiss with player Jenni Hermoso that…