July 2018
Possibility of Revoking Citizenship for Four Million People in India
Over 4 million Bengali residents in Assam, India, have been excluded from a citizenship list, raising fears of statelessness and potential deportation. The ruling Bharatiya…
Widespread Fire in California Continues
A large fire in California has resulted in at least five deaths and left 14 people missing, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate. The fire…
Widespread Fire in California Claims Lives of Two Firefighters
A widespread fire in California has resulted in the deaths of two firefighters and forced many residents to evacuate. The fire, which has spread significantly,…
The Suicide of a Woman Who Protested Against the 'Deteriorating World' by Going Naked
Oksana Shachko, a founder of the Femen movement, was found dead in her Paris apartment, reportedly by suicide. Her recent concerns about the deteriorating state…
Israeli Army Reports Downing of Syrian Fighter Jet in Golan Heights
The Israeli army shot down a Syrian fighter jet that had entered its airspace, marking a significant escalation in military tensions between the two nations.…
The Attacker on Bus Passengers in Germany is Born in Iran
A knife attack in Lübeck, Germany, injured 10 people, and the attacker, a 34-year-old man, was born in Iran but held German citizenship. Authorities are…
The 'Jewish Nation-State' Law Passed in Israel
The Israeli parliament has passed the 'Jewish Nation-State' law, defining Israel as a Jewish state and removing Arabic as an official language, which has sparked…
State of Emergency in Turkey Ends
Turkey's state of emergency, imposed after the 2016 coup attempt, has officially ended, but critics argue that the government's repressive measures will continue under new…
Tension in Israel Over the Jewish 'Nation-State' Bill
The Israeli parliament is set to vote on a controversial 'Jewish Nation-State' bill that emphasizes Hebrew superiority and could restrict non-Jewish residency in Jewish areas.…
Starbucks to Stop Using Plastic Straws
Starbucks has announced it will stop using plastic straws by 2020 to combat ocean pollution, becoming the first major company to do so. This move…
Thousands More Employees Dismissed in Turkey Following Last Year's Coup Attempt
Turkey has dismissed nearly 20,000 government employees, citing suspected ties to terrorist organizations following the failed coup attempt in 2016. This action occurs as the…
Javid Rahman, Pakistani Lawyer, Appointed as UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran
Javid Rahman has been appointed as the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran, succeeding Asma Jahangir who passed away earlier this year. His…
Does Modern Humanity Still Need Religion?
The article discusses the relevance of religion in modern society, questioning whether it still meets the needs of contemporary humans in a scientifically advanced world.…
The First Trial Session of Former Israeli Minister on Charges of 'Espionage for Iran' Held
Gonen Segev, a former Israeli Energy Minister, is on trial for espionage charges related to Iran. The case has significant implications as it highlights ongoing…
Kyodo News: Japanese Prime Minister's Trip to Iran Canceled
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has canceled his planned trip to Iran due to U.S. pressure, while Iranian officials deny any such plans existed. This…