January 2025
Arrest of a Senior Security Official of Assad's Regime in Latakia
Atef Najib, a senior security official and relative of Bashar al-Assad, has been arrested in Latakia for his role in the 2011 crackdown on protests…
Police and Supporters of Istanbul Mayor Clash Outside Court
Clashes erupted between Turkish police and supporters of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu outside a courthouse where he was testifying in two legal cases. İmamoğlu, a…
Iraqi-Origin Immigrant Who Burned the Quran in Sweden Killed; 'Possibility of Foreign Power Involvement'
Selwan Momika, an Iraqi-origin immigrant known for burning the Quran in Sweden, was shot dead, leading to the arrest of five suspects. Swedish authorities are…
Hezbollah Hands Over 'Imad 4' Underground Missile Facility to Lebanese Army
Hezbollah has handed over an underground missile facility to the Lebanese Army amid an extended ceasefire agreement with Israel. This move is significant as it…
Netanyahu Thanks Trump After Lifting Ban on 2,000-Pound Bomb Shipments
Benjamin Netanyahu thanked Donald Trump for resuming the shipment of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel after a ban was lifted. This decision follows tensions between the…
At least 15 killed in clashes between Israeli army and protesters in southern Lebanon
Clashes between Israeli forces and Lebanese protesters resulted in at least 15 deaths and over 80 injuries, coinciding with the end of a ceasefire agreement…
Belarus Presidential Elections Begin; Lukashenko Runs for Seventh Consecutive Term
Belarus has begun its presidential elections, with Alexander Lukashenko expected to win for the seventh time amid widespread criticism and allegations of electoral fraud. Opposition…
Israel: Residents of Northern Gaza Cannot Return Until Arbel Yehud is Freed
Israel has stated that residents of northern Gaza cannot return home until the release of Arbel Yehud, a civilian hostage held by Hamas. The ongoing…
Pentagon Prepares to Deploy Thousands of Troops to the US-Mexico Border
The Pentagon is preparing to deploy thousands of troops to the US-Mexico border to prevent illegal immigration, following Donald Trump's emergency declaration. This move could…
Hamas Terror Attack Survivor Becomes Israel's Representative at Eurovision
Yuval Rafael, a survivor of the Hamas attack, has been selected as Israel's representative for Eurovision 2025 after showcasing his singing talent. His participation highlights…
Chief Prosecutor of the Hague Court Officially Requests Arrest Warrant for Taliban Leader
The Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants for Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada and Abdul Hakim Haqqani for crimes against humanity…
Amendment of Personal Rights Law in Iraq; Continued Criticism of Child Marriage Facilitation
The Iraqi parliament amended the Personal Rights law to set the minimum marriage age for girls at 18, with potential exceptions. This has sparked criticism…
22 States Sue Against Trump's Order to Revoke Birthright Citizenship
Twenty-two states in the U.S. have filed a lawsuit against President Trump's order to revoke birthright citizenship. This legal action highlights ongoing tensions over immigration…
Iranian Media Releases New Details on the Assassination of Mogheiseh and Razini
Two Iranian Supreme Court judges, Mohammad Mogheiseh and Ali Razini, were assassinated by a 31-year-old tea boy identified as an infiltrator. The incident raises concerns…
Consequences of Trump's Interest in Greenland; Denmark Abandons Controversial Law
Denmark has decided to abandon a controversial competency test for Greenlandic parents that has faced criticism for its discriminatory nature. This decision comes in the…
Coordination Council of Teachers' Trade Unions Supports Condemned Teachers
The Coordination Council of Teachers' Trade Unions in Iran condemned the sentences against teachers in several provinces, asserting that the government's suppression will not silence…
Three Lawyers of Alexei Navalny, Putin's Critic Who Died in Prison, Sentenced to Imprisonment
Three lawyers representing Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Putin who died in prison, have been sentenced to prison for transferring his writings. This case…
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Sentenced to 14 Years in Land Corruption Case
Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for corruption related to his time in office. This…
Fig Tree Seed Nominated for BAFTA Award; 'Cardinals' and 'Emilia Perez' Lead Nominations
'Fig Tree Seed' by Mohammad Rasoulof has been nominated for a BAFTA award, highlighting its significance in the international film scene despite being made underground…
Nawaf Salam, President of the International Court of Justice, Appointed to Form Lebanese Government Despite Hezbollah's Opposition
Nawaf Salam has been appointed to form the Lebanese government, reflecting a significant shift in power dynamics as Hezbollah's influence wanes. Joseph Aoun, the new…
Zarghami: If FIFA Hadn't Insisted, We Wouldn't Have Allowed Women to Enter Stadiums
Ezzatollah Zarghami admitted that the Iranian government only allowed women to attend football matches due to FIFA's pressure. This marks a significant shift in women's…
Arrest of Venezuelan Opposition Leader; Trump: Freedom Fighters Must Not Be Harmed
Maria Corina Machado, a prominent Venezuelan opposition leader, was briefly detained and then released following protests against President Nicolas Maduro. Donald Trump condemned her arrest…
One in Seven Iranian Households Receives Welfare from the Welfare Organization and Imam Khomeini Relief Committee
The number of Iranian households receiving welfare from the Welfare Organization and Imam Khomeini Relief Committee has doubled in the past seven years, reflecting a…
Arrest of Two American Citizens in Venezuela on Charges of Attempting a Coup
Two American citizens have been arrested in Venezuela, accused of being part of a group planning a coup. This comes amid a meeting between U.S.…
Turkey Threatens Military Action Against Kurdish Forces in Syria
Turkey has threatened military action against Kurdish forces in Syria unless they agree to Ankara's conditions for a power transfer post-Assad. This situation raises concerns…
Aliyev Implicitly Holds Khamenei Responsible for Remarks by a Cleric Against Himself and Erdogan
Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has criticized a cleric's derogatory remarks about him and Turkish President Erdogan, implicitly blaming Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei for the incident.…
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Expresses Concern Over Increase in Executions in Iran
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has raised alarm over the rising number of executions in Iran, with at least 901 executions…
Canada Halts Acceptance of Residency and Citizenship Applications for Immigrants' Parents
Canada has halted the acceptance of residency and citizenship applications for the parents and grandparents of immigrants, marking a significant policy shift. This decision affects…
Austria's Far-Right Party Assigned to Form Government in Historic Event
Austria's President has assigned the far-right Freedom Party, led by Herbert Kickl, to form a new government after the conservative People's Party failed to do…
Statement by the Writers' Association on the Third Anniversary of Bakhtash Abtin: It Was 'Intentional Murder'
The Iranian Writers' Association condemned the death of Bakhtash Abtin, labeling it as 'intentional murder' and calling for accountability for those responsible. Abtin, a prominent…
Justin Trudeau Resigns from Leadership of His Party
Justin Trudeau announced his intention to resign from the leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada but will remain as Prime Minister until a replacement…
Iran Human Rights Organization: The Islamic Republic Executed at Least 31 Women in 2024
The Iran Human Rights Organization reports that at least 31 women were executed in Iran in 2024, marking the highest number since records began in…
Starlink Satellite Internet Has Over 100,000 Users in Iran
Starlink satellite internet usage in Iran has surged to over 100,000 users, driven by the demand for unfiltered access amid government-imposed internet restrictions. This rise…
Inspectors Urge South Korea's Acting President Not to Prevent Arrest of Yoon
South Korean inspectors are urging the acting president not to obstruct the arrest of impeached president Yoon Suk-yeol, who declared martial law, leading to widespread…
Lebanon: Iranian Embassy Explains Two Diplomatic Suitcases on Mahan Airplane
The Iranian Embassy in Beirut clarified the contents of two diplomatic suitcases on a Mahan Air flight, leading to their release after a tense inspection…
Syrian Social Media Users Protest Changes in School Curriculum
The new Syrian government has announced changes to school curricula that include Islamization efforts, leading to widespread backlash on social media. Critics argue that these…
Syria's Interim Foreign Minister Visits Saudi Arabia on First Foreign Trip
The Syrian Interim Foreign Minister, As'ad Hassan Shibani, visited Saudi Arabia, marking the first foreign trip of the new Syrian leadership after the fall of…