March 2017
Arrest of Five Baha'i Citizens in Isfahan
Five Baha'i citizens were arrested in Isfahan, Iran, amid ongoing discrimination and repression against the Baha'i community. The arrests were confirmed by a Baha'i spokesperson,…
Merkel Rejects Key UK Demand Regarding Brexit
Angela Merkel has rejected a key demand from the UK regarding Brexit negotiations, stating that the UK cannot negotiate its exit and future relationship with…
Rouhani's Promise to Khamenei: Existing Shortcomings Will Be Addressed
Hassan Rouhani assured Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a letter that he would address the existing shortcomings in the government's performance, particularly in economic policies.…
Support from German and Japanese Leaders for Free Trade Following Unprecedented G20 Statement
German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe have expressed their commitment to free trade following a G20 statement that avoided reaffirming such…
Erdogan: Merkel Has Resorting to Nazi Tactics
Turkish President Erdogan has accused German Chancellor Merkel of using Nazi tactics to incite tensions between Germany and Turkey, particularly in the context of an…
Four Family Members in Shahreza Victims of Acid Attack
A family of four in Shahreza, Iran, was attacked with acid, resulting in severe injuries to the father, mother, and son, while the daughter suffered…
Dozens of Human Rights Organizations Call for Extension of UN Special Rapporteur's Mandate on Human Rights in Iran
41 human rights organizations are urging the UN Human Rights Council to extend the mandate of the Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, highlighting…
A Court in Maryland Also Ruled Against Trump's Second Immigration Order
A federal judge in Maryland ruled against Trump's second immigration order, which bans travel from six predominantly Muslim countries, citing Trump's previous statements as evidence…
Escalating Tensions Between Ankara and Amsterdam; 'Dutch Ambassador Not Allowed to Return to Turkey'
Tensions have escalated between Turkey and the Netherlands after the Dutch government prevented Turkish ministers from conducting election activities. Turkey has suspended political talks and…
Increased Criticism and Verbal Attacks Between Senior Officials of Turkey and Europe
Tensions have risen between Turkey and several European countries, particularly the Netherlands and Germany, over the cancellation of Turkish government promotional events related to a…
Asma Jahangir's Report on Iran and Default Judgments Against Iranians Abroad
Asma Jahangir, the UN Special Rapporteur, criticized Iran's human rights record in her report, highlighting issues such as executions and the treatment of minorities. The…
Whose Fault is the Inequality Between Men and Women?
The article discusses the various factors contributing to gender inequality in Iran, including government laws, cultural traditions, and societal norms. It highlights a recent discussion…
South Korea's Constitutional Court Dismisses President Park Geun-hye
South Korea's Constitutional Court has officially dismissed President Park Geun-hye following a parliamentary impeachment due to a political and economic scandal. This marks a significant…
Why Doesn't the Unemployment Rate Decrease?
Es'hagh Jahangiri highlights the persistent unemployment issue in Iran, noting that while the economy can create 600,000 jobs, over a million job seekers enter the…
Jahangirlu: Gandhi for Our Troubled Times
Ramin Jahangirlu discusses Gandhi's philosophy of resistance and protest, arguing that it offers a potential solution to today's democratic crises. He highlights Gandhi's influence on…
Verbal Clash Between German and Turkish Officials Escalates
Tensions have escalated between Turkey and Germany after Turkish officials' speeches were canceled in Germany, with Erdoğan accusing Germany of supporting Turkey's enemies. This situation…
One of the Largest Drug Traffickers and Death Row Inmate Released on Bail
Ali Moidi announced the release on bail of Basq, a major drug trafficker sentenced to death, raising concerns about the effectiveness of Iran's drug laws.…
Discovery of a 3.7 Billion-Year-Old Bacterium; Is Humanity Getting Closer to Finding Life on Other Planets?
Scientists have discovered evidence of a bacterium that lived over 3.7 billion years ago, potentially the oldest known fossil on Earth. This discovery, if confirmed,…