December 2014
Jordan Also Rejects Islamic State's Claim of Downing Fighter Jet
The Jordanian army has denied claims by the Islamic State that it shot down a Jordanian F-16 fighter jet. The U.S. Central Command also confirmed…
The U.S. Increases Its Weapons Stockpile in Israel by Two Hundred Million Dollars
The U.S. has signed a bill increasing military aid to Israel by $1.8 billion, including a $200 million increase in weapons stockpiles. This move emphasizes…
One Can Awaken Society but Not Humiliate It
Youssef Abadari's speech critiquing social indifference in Iran sparked intense reactions, especially on social media, as he examined the public's emotional response to the death…
An Iranian Asylum Seeker in Australia Requests Not to Be Resuscitated if in a Coma
An Iranian asylum seeker in Australia has been on a hunger strike for over a month and has requested not to be resuscitated if he…
Cautious U.S. Reaction and Harsh Israeli Response to Palestinian Resolution Draft
The Palestinians submitted a draft resolution for statehood to the UN Security Council, prompting a cautious U.S. response and a harsh Israeli backlash. The resolution…
Iran: We Informed Australia About the Hostage-Taker's Psychological Conditions
An Iranian refugee, Mohammad Hassan Manteqi, took hostages in a Sydney café and was killed during a police raid. The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the…
Environment, Cancer, and the Need for Awareness
The article discusses the efforts of a group of mothers in Italy, led by Anna Magri, who are advocating for environmental awareness and action against…
Palestinian Minister Dies Following Clash with Israeli Police
Ziad Abu Ein, a Palestinian minister, died during a clash with Israeli border police while protesting against Israeli settlements in the West Bank. His death…
Roots of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
The article discusses the historical and political roots of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, highlighting its emergence after World War II in response to…
Freedom House: Iran Ranked Worst in Internet Freedom
Freedom House's latest report ranks Iran as the worst country in the world for internet freedom, highlighting severe restrictions and violations of user rights. The…
French Parliament Votes in Favor of an Independent Palestinian State
The French Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favor of recognizing an independent Palestinian state, prompting a strong response from Israel, which claims it undermines peace efforts.…