October 2018
For the First Time, a Woman Becomes President of Ethiopia
Ethiopia has elected its first female president, Sahle-Work Zewde, following the approval of a gender-balanced cabinet. This election is significant in a patriarchal society, aiming…
Bolton Emphasizes Efforts for 'Maximum Economic Pressure' on Iran During Visit to Yerevan
John Bolton, during his visit to Armenia, emphasized the U.S. intention to maintain maximum economic pressure on Iran until its policies change, particularly concerning its…
Decline in Renault's Automotive Revenue Due to Suspension of Exports to Iran and Asia
Renault's automotive revenue fell by 8.4% in Q3 2018 due to halted exports to Iran, despite a 10% increase in sales to Iran this year.…
Adobe Stirs Up a Storm with Its New Products
Adobe has launched several new products, including Adobe Rush for video editing and a full version of Photoshop for iPads, enhancing user experience and functionality.…
Joint Patrols by the U.S. and Turkey in Syria's Manbij 'Will Begin Soon'
U.S. and Turkish forces are set to begin joint patrols in Manbij, Syria, as part of an agreement to disarm Kurdish forces in the area.…
The Journey of the BepiColombo Spacecraft to Mercury Has Begun
Japan and Europe have launched the BepiColombo spacecraft on a seven-year mission to explore Mercury. This mission aims to uncover significant scientific insights about Mercury's…
Technology That Will 'Transform' Transportation
Various companies, including Virgin, are developing hyperloop technology that promises to revolutionize transportation by drastically reducing travel times between major cities in the Middle East…
Second Day of Elections in Afghanistan Amid Violence and Technical Failures
The parliamentary elections in Afghanistan faced significant challenges on their second day due to violence, including bombings that killed at least 18 people, and technical…
The Role of Basij: 'School of Love' or Tool of 'Terror'?
The article discusses the dual perception of the Basij organization in Iran, questioning whether it is a benevolent force as claimed by its founders or…
British Prime Minister: Brexit Agreement Still 'Achievable'
British Prime Minister Theresa May insists that a Brexit agreement is still achievable despite ongoing deadlock in negotiations with the EU, particularly concerning the Irish…
13% Decrease in Number of Domestic and International Air Passengers in Iran
Iran has experienced a 13% decrease in domestic and international air travel in the first half of the year compared to the previous year, attributed…
Reporters Without Borders: The Number of Journalists Killed in the Past 9 Months Reaches 56
Reporters Without Borders reported that 56 journalists have been killed in the past 9 months, surpassing last year's total of 55. Afghanistan and Yemen are…
Saad Hariri: The New Lebanese Government Will Be Formed Within 10 Days
Saad Hariri announced that the new Lebanese government will be formed within 10 days due to urgent economic issues. This follows a prolonged political deadlock…
Snowballing Inflation; Producer Price Index Reaches 18 Percent
Iran's Producer Price Index has reached 18.2%, indicating a significant rise in production costs due to inflation and currency fluctuations. This situation raises concerns about…
The Death Toll from the Devastating Earthquake in Indonesia Reaches 1,300
A devastating earthquake and tsunami in Indonesia have resulted in over 1,300 deaths, with hundreds more injured and potentially trapped. Rescue efforts are underway, but…