December 2023
Increased Security Measures Ahead of New Year in France; 90,000 Police Officers to be Deployed Nationwide
France is ramping up security measures with 90,000 police officers deployed nationwide ahead of New Year celebrations, particularly in Paris where over 1.5 million people…
Freedom Committee for Cecile Couleur: 600 Days Since Her Arrest in Iran
Cecile Couleur, a French trade union activist, has been imprisoned in Iran for 600 days, prompting calls for her release from various organizations. The situation…
Growing Concerns in Europe; Belarus Claims Deployment of Russian Nuclear Weapons Completed
Belarus has completed the deployment of Russian tactical nuclear weapons, raising concerns in Eastern Europe, particularly regarding Poland. The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Belarusian…
54% Increase in Housing Prices Since Last Year and 2% Decrease from Last Month; Experts Say It's 'Temporary'
The Central Bank reported a 54% increase in housing prices over the past year, despite a recent 2.2% decrease. Experts attribute the price drop to…
Comparison of Housing Prices in Iran and Turkey; Homes in Istanbul Are Cheaper than in Tehran
A recent report reveals that housing prices in Istanbul are lower than in Tehran, with significant increases in Tehran's housing market leading to a rise…
Food Shortage Threat in Iran; Production and Import of Essential Goods Decreased by 50%
Iran is facing a significant food shortage crisis as imports of essential goods have decreased by 50% over the past eight months, with red meat…
France Likely to Revoke 'Legion of Honor' Medal from Depardieu; Actor Accused of Sexual Violence
French actor Gérard Depardieu faces allegations of sexual violence, prompting the French Minister of Culture to consider revoking his Legion of Honor medal. Over 10…
Macron's Proposed Immigration Bill Rejected; Interior Minister Says the Goal is to Organize the Status of Immigrants
The French National Assembly rejected President Macron's immigration bill aimed at expelling illegal immigrants and regulating legal immigrants. Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin defended the bill…
French Court Convicts Six Teenagers in Connection with the Gruesome Murder of a History Teacher
A French court convicted six teenagers for their roles in the murder of history teacher Samuel Paty, who was killed for showing cartoons of the…
Lionel Messi Selected as 'Athlete of the Year' by Time Magazine
Lionel Messi has been named the 2023 'Athlete of the Year' by Time Magazine, largely due to his impactful move to Inter Miami and his…
French Interior Minister: We are Permanently Threatened by 'Islamist Terrorism', Extremists are Mostly Mentally Ill
French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin highlighted the ongoing threat of Islamist terrorism following a recent attack in Paris that resulted in a death and injuries.…
‘Terrorist’ Attack Near Eiffel Tower; German Tourist Killed
A terrorist attack near the Eiffel Tower resulted in the death of a German tourist and injuries to two others. The assailant, a French national…