February 2025
Microsoft Announces Skype Will Be Permanently Shut Down
Microsoft has announced the permanent shutdown of Skype, effective May 4, 2024, to focus on its Teams service. Users will be able to transfer their…
Mahdi Yarrahi: Execution of Whipping Sentence Delayed
Mahdi Yarrahi, an Iranian singer, announced that the execution of his 74 lashes sentence has been postponed to March. He has been banned from performing…
Death of a Political Prisoner with Cancer in Iran After Release from Prison
Anwar Chalashi, a political prisoner in Iran suffering from advanced cancer, died after being released from prison where he was denied medical treatment. His case…
The Silence of 'Lucky Luke'; Manouchehr Valizadeh Passes Away
Manouchehr Valizadeh, a celebrated Iranian voice actor known for roles like 'Lucky Luke' and 'Michael Scofield,' passed away at 84 after a month-long illness. His…
30 Islamist Militants Killed Near Pakistan-Afghanistan Border
The Pakistani army killed 30 Islamist militants in South Waziristan as part of an operation against militancy near the Afghanistan border. The region has been…
Fifth Day of Student Protests: 'Each Person a Hijab Enforcer, Not a Single Guard'
Student protests in Iran continue for the fifth day following the murder of Amir Mohammad Khaleqi, a 19-year-old student. Protesters are criticizing the government's neglect…
Trump's Deadline to Hamas Ends; Netanyahu to Hold Security Meeting
Donald Trump's deadline for Hamas to release all hostages has passed, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to convene a security meeting. The U.S. supports Israel's…
Hamas Releases Three More Hostages in Exchange for 369 Palestinian Prisoners
Hamas released three Israeli hostages in exchange for 369 Palestinian prisoners, amidst ongoing tensions and threats of renewed conflict. This exchange highlights the complex dynamics…
Conditional Release Order Issued for Bahareh Hedayat
Bahareh Hedayat, a civil rights activist, has been granted conditional release after serving one and a half years in prison due to her health issues.…
Sexual Abuse of Women in Ambulances; Perpetrators Continue to Work
Reports reveal that ambulance technicians in Iran have sexually assaulted women during transport to hospitals. Despite legal action, the perpetrators continue to work in their…
Proposal to Prevent Sale of U.S. Oil Reserves to the Islamic Republic
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators introduced legislation to prohibit the sale of U.S. strategic oil reserves to hostile nations, including the Islamic Republic of…
Kareem Aga Khan, the 49th Imam of the Ismaili Shia, passed away at the age of 88
Kareem Aga Khan, the 49th Imam of the Ismaili Shia community, has died at 88 in Portugal. His passing marks a significant moment for the…
Kian Pirfalak's Mother: 'I Have to Close My Son's Memorial Page for Reasons'
Mahmanir Molaei Rad, the mother of Kian Pirfalak, announced she must close her Instagram memorial page for her son due to unspecified reasons, amidst ongoing…
Tehran Prosecutor's Office Reports Arrest of Two Female Football Spectators
Two female spectators were arrested in Tehran for allegedly engaging in inappropriate behavior during a football match, leading to a legal case against them. Their…