May 2015
Tony Blair Resigns from Quartet Middle East Peace Group Representation
Tony Blair has announced his resignation from the Quartet Middle East Peace Group after eight years of criticism regarding his effectiveness in promoting peace between…
Nepal Earthquake; UN Requires Millions of Dollars More in Aid
A month after a devastating earthquake in Nepal, the UN reports that only 20% of the required budget for emergency operations has been secured. The…
Eight Months in Prison for Olmert, Former Prime Minister of Israel
Ehud Olmert, former Prime Minister of Israel, has been sentenced to eight months in prison for financial corruption involving bribery from an American businessman. This…
Rousseau; From the Slavery of Desire to the Experience of Freedom
The article discusses the philosophical implications of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's ideas, particularly in relation to freedom and the social contract, and how they have been interpreted…
Political and Economic Issues in Iranian Kurdistan
A congress of Muslim Peshmerga Kurds was held in Sanandaj with key Islamic Republic leaders attending. Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized that attempts to destabilize the Kurdistan…
Obama Expresses Disappointment Over Renewed Middle East Peace Talks with Current Israeli Government
Barack Obama has expressed disappointment over the new Israeli government's stance on peace talks with the Palestinians, highlighting the right-wing cabinet's lack of belief in…
Former CIA Officer Sentenced to Prison for Leaking Information About Iran
Jeffrey Sterling, a former CIA officer, was sentenced to three and a half years in prison for leaking classified information about a covert program related…
The Political Economy of Black Chador
The Iranian Parliament's Research Center has published a report on the challenges of producing and importing black chador, revealing that 99% of the chador consumed…
Benjamin Netanyahu Reaches Agreement to Form Coalition Government in Israel
Benjamin Netanyahu has successfully formed a coalition government in Israel, securing a fragile majority of 61 seats in the Knesset. Key figures in the new…
The Galacticos Surrendered to the Old Lady of Turin
Juventus defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, with key players missing from both sides. The match showcased…
The Oldest Complete Version of the 'Ten Commandments' to Be Displayed
The oldest complete version of the 'Ten Commandments' will be displayed for the first time in Israel as part of an exhibition celebrating significant milestones…
Zarif: Many Parentheses Remain in the Draft of the Final Nuclear Agreement
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif expressed that many issues remain unresolved in the draft of the final nuclear agreement with the 1+5 group, despite…
The 'Gipsy Kings' Group is Coming to Iran
The famous Spanish music group 'Gipsy Kings' is set to perform in Tehran from May 20 to 26, pending final approvals from relevant authorities. This…