July 2017
Trial of 17 Journalists from Turkey's Cumhuriyet Begins
The trial of 17 journalists from Turkey's Cumhuriyet newspaper has begun, with accusations of terrorism-related collaboration. This trial highlights ongoing threats to press freedom in…
Turkey Dismisses 7,000 More Individuals on the Anniversary of the Failed Coup
On the anniversary of the failed coup in Turkey, the government dismissed 7,000 individuals, adding to the tens of thousands dismissed or arrested in the…
Murder of Two German Tourists and Five Police Officers in Two Separate Attacks in Egypt
Two separate attacks in Egypt resulted in the deaths of two German tourists and five police officers. The incidents highlight the ongoing violence and threats…
Saudi Arabia Reduces Oil Exports to the U.S. to Strengthen Prices
Saudi Arabia is reducing oil exports to the U.S. to support global oil prices amidst declining U.S. reserves. This strategy aims to demonstrate progress towards…
Liberman: Trump Should Abandon Previous Israeli-Palestinian Peace Plans
Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman has called on the Trump administration to abandon previous peace plans and focus on regional peace with Arab nations, suggesting…
Possibility of Russia and Kazakhstan Exiting Oil Production Cut Agreement
Russia and Kazakhstan are considering exiting the OPEC oil production cut agreement, with discussions expected to take place at a ministerial level. This potential exit…
Ministry of Energy Proposes Tiered Water Price Increase
The Iranian Ministry of Energy has proposed a tiered pricing system for water to address the critical water crisis in the country. This initiative aims…
Hundreds of Thousands of Erdogan Opponents Demand 'Justice' in Istanbul
Hundreds of thousands of Erdogan's opponents gathered in Istanbul demanding justice, marking one of the largest protests in recent years. Led by Kemal Kilicdaroglu, the…
European Parliament Calls for Suspension of Turkey's EU Membership Negotiations
The European Parliament has voted to suspend Turkey's EU membership negotiations if constitutional changes expanding presidential powers are implemented. The Turkish government has rejected this…
Amnesty International: Increase in Refugee Deaths in the Mediterranean Linked to EU Policies
Amnesty International has linked the increase in refugee deaths in the Mediterranean to the European Union's failed policies, particularly its agreements with Libya. The organization…
Increased Likelihood of Conflict Between Turkish Forces and Syrian Kurdish Militias
Tensions are escalating between Turkish forces and Syrian Kurdish militias, with the latter warning of potential conflict due to Turkey's military actions in northern Syria.…
300 Cities in Iran Facing Water Stress
Iran's Deputy Minister of Energy announced that 300 cities are facing water stress, with Isfahan province in a particularly serious situation. The water crisis has…
265 European Parliament Members: Human Rights Violations in Iran Continue
265 members of the European Parliament have condemned Iran for ongoing human rights violations, particularly regarding executions and the treatment of activists. Despite these criticisms,…