August 2016
UN: The Number of Victims of the Yemen War Reaches Ten Thousand
The UN reports that the death toll from the Yemen civil war has surpassed ten thousand, nearly double previous estimates. Jamie McGoldrick, the UN humanitarian…
Putin's Efforts to Revive Israeli-Palestinian Dialogue
Russian President Vladimir Putin is working to arrange a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, with Egypt also involved…
Mahdi Chamran Re-elected as Head of Tehran City Council
Mahdi Chamran has been re-elected as the head of the Tehran City Council amid controversies surrounding significant discounts on municipal property sales. His opponent, Ahmad…
Iraqi Forces Reach 60 Kilometers South of Mosul with Liberation of Qayyarah Center
Iraqi forces have entered Qayyarah, 60 kilometers south of Mosul, as part of their operation to liberate the city from Islamic State militants. The operation…
The Treating Doctor of Abbas Kiarostami Committed 'Professional Misconduct'
The main treating physician of Abbas Kiarostami, a prominent Iranian filmmaker who recently died, was absent during critical moments of his treatment, leading to accusations…
9,000 Gazelles in Isfahan at Risk of Starvation
In Isfahan Province, 9,000 gazelles are at risk of starvation due to severe drought conditions. Environmental officials report that forage supplies are critically low, with…