September 2024
Biden's Conversation with Governors of Two Storm-Hit States; Announcement of Trip to Affected Areas
President Biden discussed the aftermath of Hurricane Helen with governors from Georgia and North Carolina, announcing his upcoming visit to the affected areas. The storm…
US Army: 37 Islamist Militants Killed in Syria
The US Army conducted airstrikes in Syria, killing 37 Islamist militants, including leaders from ISIS and Huras al-Din. This operation is part of a broader…
At least 9 dead and 48 missing after migrant boat capsizes near Canary Islands
A migrant boat capsized near the Canary Islands, resulting in at least 9 confirmed deaths and 48 individuals missing. The migrants, primarily from Mali, Mauritania,…
Use of Children by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in a Military Exercise in Northwest Tehran
The IRGC used children in a military exercise in Tehran, which has been criticized as a violation of international commitments regarding child rights. This incident…
11 Trillion Tomans; The Cost of Imposing Hijab in Iranian Girls' Schools
The cost of mandatory hijab uniforms for schoolgirls in Iran is projected to exceed 10 trillion tomans, significantly impacting parents' finances. Additionally, the costs for…
Leaders of the German Greens Resign Following Defeat in State Elections
The leaders of the German Greens, Ricarda Lang and Omid Nouripour, resigned after significant electoral defeats, indicating a need for deep renewal within the party.…
U.S. Special Envoy: The Iranian Government's Words Are Always at Odds with Its Actions
Timothy Lenderking, the U.S. Special Envoy for Yemen, criticized the Iranian government's inconsistency between its words and actions while emphasizing the opportunity presented by the…
Swiss Police Arrest Several in Connection with Woman's Death in 'Suicide Capsule'
Swiss police have arrested several individuals following the suspicious death of a 64-year-old American woman using a 'suicide capsule' designed for assisted suicide. The incident…
UN Special Rapporteur: Repression in Russia has intensified since the attack on Ukraine
The UN Special Rapporteur Mariana Katzarova reports that repression in Russia has intensified since the invasion of Ukraine, with over 1,300 political prisoners facing severe…
Over 45 Women Prisoners in Evin Go on Hunger Strike Concurrent with Pezeshkian's Presence in New York
Over 45 women political prisoners in Evin Prison have gone on hunger strike demanding an end to the execution of political prisoners, coinciding with Iranian…
American PEN Association Report on Thousands of Banned Books in Some U.S. Schools
The American PEN Association reported a significant increase in the number of banned books in U.S. public schools, with over 10,000 titles banned in the…
Cholera Outbreak in Sudan Claims Hundreds of Lives Amid Civil War
A cholera outbreak in Sudan has resulted in at least 388 deaths and nearly 13,000 infections amid ongoing civil conflict. The situation is exacerbated by…
Germany's Chancellor Party Wins Narrowly Against Far-Right in Elections
Olaf Scholz's Social Democratic Party narrowly won the Brandenburg state elections, securing 31% of the vote against the far-right AfD, which garnered 29%. The election…
Elections in Brandenburg State, Germany; Far-Right on the Brink of Another Victory
The far-right party 'Alternative for Germany' (AfD) is poised for another victory in the Brandenburg state elections, with polls showing them at 28% compared to…
FBI Reports Neutralization of 'China's Hacking Operation Targeting U.S. Critical Infrastructure'
The FBI has neutralized a significant hacking operation by the Chinese government that threatened U.S. critical infrastructure, controlling a botnet of 260,000 hacked devices. This…
Iran's Central Bank Reports Economic Growth Halved This Spring
Iran's Central Bank reports a significant drop in economic growth from 5.7% last year to 3.2% this spring, primarily due to a decrease in oil…
The U.S. Federal Reserve Significantly Cuts the Base Interest Rate
The U.S. Federal Reserve has cut the base interest rate by half a percentage point for the first time in over four years, aiming to…
Georgia Passes New Restrictive Laws Against Homosexuals
Georgia's parliament has passed new laws restricting the rights of sexual and gender minorities, including a ban on Pride events. The ruling 'Georgian Dream' party…
Capsizing of a Boat in the English Channel Claims at Least Eight More Migrants' Lives
A boat carrying illegal migrants capsized in the English Channel, resulting in at least eight deaths. This incident highlights the ongoing crisis of migration from…
Gathering in the Women's Ward of Evin Prison with the Slogan 'Woman, Life, Freedom'
On September 24, female political prisoners in Evin Prison gathered to commemorate the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' protests, chanting slogans and burning their scarves in protest…
Extensive Deployment of Government Forces and Severe Internet Disruption in Saqqez Ahead of Mahsa Amini's Death Anniversary
Ahead of the second anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, significant government forces have been deployed in Saqqez, and internet disruptions have been reported. The Iranian…
Warning from an International Body: ISIS in Somalia and Its Leader Are Becoming a Major Terrorist Threat
The International Crisis Group warns that ISIS in Somalia is becoming a significant terrorist threat due to financial resources and connections with other branches. The…
Death toll from Typhoon 'Yagi' in Vietnam surpasses 150
Typhoon 'Yagi' has caused significant devastation in Vietnam, resulting in over 150 deaths and many missing due to flooding and landslides. The disaster has disproportionately…
Israeli Army: 45 Rockets Fired from Lebanon Caused No Casualties
The Israeli army reported that 45 rockets fired from Lebanon caused no casualties. Israeli officials, including former war cabinet member Benny Gantz, are advocating for…
Planned Attack by 'Malicious Prisoners' on Abbas Vahidian Shahroudi in Front of Vakilabad Prison Officials in Mashhad
Abbas Vahidian Shahroudi, a political prisoner in Iran, was attacked by other inmates in a pre-planned assault while prison officials looked on. This incident follows…
Germany to Control Its Land Borders to Combat Extremism
Germany is implementing land border controls for six months to combat extremism and illegal immigration, as announced by Interior Minister Nancy Faeser. This decision comes…
Dozens Killed and Wounded in Attack on Gaza Tent Camp; Israel Claims to Target 'Command Center'
Israeli airstrikes on a Palestinian refugee camp in southern Gaza resulted in numerous casualties, with conflicting reports on the death toll. The Israeli military claims…
Germany Intensifies Border Controls to Curb Migration and Combat 'Islamic Extremism'
Germany is set to implement stricter border controls starting September 16 to address illegal immigration and threats of Islamic extremism. This decision comes amid rising…
Norwegian Police Report on the Death of the 'Russian Spy Whale'
The Norwegian police concluded that the death of a white whale, dubbed the 'Russian spy whale', was not caused by human actions. The whale was…
Individuals Accused of Gang Rape of Iranian Refugee in Germany Identified as Iranian-Origin
Four Iranian-origin individuals have been arrested in Germany for the gang rape of a 30-year-old Iranian refugee, with indications of a potential political motive tied…
Sudan Rejects UN Request for Deployment of Civilian Protection Force
Sudan has rejected a UN proposal to deploy a neutral force to protect civilians amid ongoing conflict that has displaced millions. The Sudanese government, loyal…
Family of Turkish-American Citizen Killed in West Bank Calls for Independent Investigation
A dual Turkish-American citizen, Aisha Nour Ozgi, was killed by Israeli soldiers in the West Bank during a protest. Her family is demanding an independent…
Washington and Baghdad Reach Agreement on U.S. Troop Withdrawal Plan
The U.S. and Iraq have reached a preliminary agreement on the withdrawal of American troops from Iraq, with a significant number expected to leave by…
Kuwait Executes Six People Including 'Two Iranians'
Kuwait executed six men, including two Iranians, marking the first execution in two years. The Iranians were sentenced for the murder of a member of…
Summer 2024 Likely to be the Hottest Summer in History
The Copernicus climate monitoring service warns that summer 2024 is likely to be the hottest on record, influenced by human-induced climate change and the El…
Increase in Islamophobia in Germany; Deletion of Video Showing Young Woman Being Devoured by Muslim Cleric
The Bavarian Ministry of the Interior deleted a controversial cartoon video depicting a Muslim cleric devouring a young woman after facing backlash for promoting Islamophobia.…
Hengaw Report on Continued Violation of Women's Rights in Iran: Dozens of Arrests and 23 Femicides in One Month
In August 2024, Hengaw reported significant violations of women's rights in Iran, including the arrest of 10 women activists and 23 recorded femicides. The report…
Ukrainian President Orders Major Changes in War Management Against Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has ordered significant changes in his cabinet, replacing nearly half of its members amid a critical phase in the war against…
21 People Including 'Three Children' Missing After Capsizing of Migrant Boat in Southern Italy
A migrant boat capsized near Lampedusa, Italy, resulting in 21 people missing, including three children. Most survivors are Syrian, and the incident highlights the dangers…
Family and Colleagues of Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris Demand Their Release from the Islamic Republic's Prison
The families and colleagues of Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, French teachers imprisoned in Iran, are demanding their release due to inhumane prison conditions. They…
At least 12 dead following capsizing of migrant boat in the English Channel
At least 12 migrants died when their boat capsized in the English Channel, with ongoing search and rescue efforts. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges…
Six People Killed Due to Capsizing of an Iranian Ship in Kuwaiti Waters
An Iranian commercial ship capsized in Kuwaiti waters, resulting in the deaths of six crew members. The incident occurred due to bad weather conditions. This…
Putin Says Russian Army Is Rapidly Advancing in Eastern Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a rapid advancement of Russian forces in eastern Ukraine, capturing significant territory daily. This comes after a failed Ukrainian counteroffensive…
Results of Two State Elections in Germany: Historic Achievements for Far-Right and Far-Left Parties
The recent state elections in Germany saw historic victories for the far-right 'Alternative for Germany' and the left-wing 'Zehra Wagenknecht Alliance', signaling a significant shift…
A Far-Right Party in Germany Wins a State Election for the First Time Since World War II
The far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) won a state election in Thuringia, marking its first victory since World War II. This result raises concerns…
Leaders of the Alternative for Germany Party Ready to Negotiate with Other Parties Following 'Historic' Victory
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party achieved historic victories in recent state elections, prompting discussions about coalition negotiations. Despite their success, other parties are…
Parliamentary Elections in Two Eastern German States Begin
Parliamentary elections in Thuringia and Saxony began, with the far-right AfD party expected to perform strongly, potentially indicating a significant political shift in Germany. The…