February 2018
Response of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company to Worker Suicide News: Do Not Fuel Rumors
A seasonal worker at Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company committed suicide after being denied a wage advance, prompting the company to request that rumors not be…
Narges Hosseini, the Second 'Girl of Enghelab Street': I Have No Regrets
Narges Hosseini, a prominent protester against mandatory hijab in Iran, was arrested after her demonstration but released on bail. In a recent interview, she expressed…
A Palestinian Fisherman Killed by Israeli Naval Fire on the Gaza Coast
A Palestinian fisherman was killed by Israeli naval fire while fishing off the Gaza coast, which the Israeli army justified as a violation of fishing…
Controversial North Korean Official Arrives in South Korea for Three-Day Visit
A high-ranking North Korean delegation, led by General Kim Yong-chol, has arrived in South Korea amidst ongoing tensions following the 2010 attack on a South…
Latest News on Arrested Gonabadi Dervishes and Amnesty International's Criticism of Human Rights Situation in Iran
Clashes between Gonabadi dervishes and Iranian security forces resulted in multiple deaths and hundreds of arrests. Amnesty International criticized Iran for human rights violations, including…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Warns About Violence Against Protesters of Mandatory Hijab
Women and girls continue to protest against mandatory hijab in Iran, facing violent police responses. Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent human rights lawyer, highlights the arrests…
Temporary Arrest of Alexei Navalny; Possibility of Imprisonment Before Russian Elections
Alexei Navalny has been temporarily arrested and may face imprisonment ahead of the upcoming Russian presidential elections. He has been barred from running due to…
Billy Graham, Renowned American Preacher, Passes Away at 99
Billy Graham, a significant figure in American evangelical Christianity and advisor to multiple U.S. presidents, passed away at 99 after a long illness. His influence…
David Grossman, Opponent of Israeli Government Policies, Wins Israel's Most Prestigious Literary Award
David Grossman, a prominent Israeli author and critic of government policies, has won Israel's most prestigious literary award despite his opposition to the current government…
Ethiopia Declares Six-Month State of Emergency; U.S. Strongly Opposes
Ethiopia has declared a six-month state of emergency following the unexpected resignation of Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, amid rising violence and unrest. The U.S. has…
Another Protester Joins the 'Girls of Revolution Street'
A new protester has joined the ongoing demonstrations against compulsory hijab in Iran, adding to the movement initiated by the 'Girls of Revolution Street'. The…
What Mistakes Did We Make That Led to the Revolution?
Recent protests in Iran have revived the slogan questioning the 1979 revolution, prompting discussions on its justification and inevitability. The program features political analysts reflecting…
Jordan's King: Peace in the Middle East is Impossible Without U.S. Involvement
King Abdullah II of Jordan emphasized the necessity of U.S. involvement for peace between Israel and Palestinians, despite criticism of U.S. policies. He highlighted the…
The Narrative of Protest from the Girls of Enghelab Street
The 'Girls of Enghelab Street' movement emerged in January 2023 as a bold protest against compulsory hijab in Iran, resulting in the arrest of at…
From Husbandry with a Basin to Carrying the Leader with a Blazer
The program discusses public opinions on the new protest against compulsory hijab, recent US-Russia tensions, and humorous historical anecdotes. It features segments on political figures…
Dariush: 'Ain' Says No to Denial and Obsolescence
Dariush Eghbali discusses his foundation 'Ain' and its new independent educational radio aimed at raising awareness about social issues and human rights in Iran. The…