March 2016
Austrian Newspaper: Cancellation of Rouhani's Trip Due to Anti-Islamic Republic Protests
Hassan Rouhani's planned trip to Austria was canceled after the Austrian government refused to prevent an anti-Islamic Republic protest during his visit. This incident highlights…
Farmers in Isfahan Protest Against 'Closure of Zayandeh Rud Water'
Farmers in Isfahan protested against the lack of water flow in the Zayandeh Rud river, demanding its reopening for spring planting. The protest highlights ongoing…
Arrest of Trump's Campaign Manager on Charges of Assaulting a Journalist
Corey Lewandowski, Trump's campaign manager, was arrested for allegedly assaulting journalist Michelle Fields during a campaign event. Trump has defended Lewandowski, claiming his innocence and…
Nawaz Sharif's Promise to Eliminate Terrorists After 70 Killed in Lahore
A suicide bombing in Lahore targeting Christians resulted in 70 deaths, prompting Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to vow to eliminate terrorism and cancel a trip…
Ministry of Interior Unaware of Reasons for Annulment of Votes in Isfahan
The Iranian Deputy Minister of Interior, Hossein Ali Amiri, stated that the ministry has not been informed about the reasons for the annulment of votes…
UN Officials Welcome the Expulsion of ISIS from Palmyra
UN officials have welcomed the liberation of Palmyra from ISIS, highlighting its cultural significance. The Syrian government, supported by Russia, has successfully expelled ISIS from…
Iran's Hajj Organization Chief Criticizes Lack of Sentence Announcement for Two Saudi Officers
The head of Iran's Hajj Organization criticized Saudi Arabia for not announcing the sentence for two police officers convicted of sexually assaulting Iranian teenagers. This…
Tens of Thousands Gather in Sana'a on Anniversary of Saudi-Led Coalition Attacks
Tens of thousands gathered in Sana'a to mark the anniversary of the Saudi-led coalition's military intervention in Yemen, condemning the ongoing conflict and calling for…
Turkish Fighters Kill 24 PKK Militants in Airstrikes
Turkish airstrikes killed 24 PKK militants in southeastern Turkey, following previous attacks that resulted in additional casualties. The ongoing conflict between Turkey and the PKK…
Radovan Karadzic Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Genocide in Bosnia
Radovan Karadzic was sentenced to 40 years in prison for genocide and other crimes committed during the Bosnian War, particularly for the Srebrenica massacre. His…
Isfahan Governor Calls for Explanation Regarding Invalidated Votes of Third Elected Member of Parliament
The governor of Isfahan announced that the Guardian Council has invalidated the votes of Mino Khaleghi, the third elected member of parliament from Isfahan. Khaleghi,…
Protest Outside Evin Prison Escalates into Violence
A protest outside Evin Prison on New Year's Day turned violent when law enforcement dispersed the attendees with force. Key figures included human rights activists…
New Clues About the Burial Place of Queen Nefertiti
The Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities has announced new findings suggesting that Queen Nefertiti may be buried in a hidden chamber behind Tutankhamun's tomb. This discovery…
Dozens Arrested in Kurdish Newroz Gathering in Istanbul
Dozens of Kurdish citizens were arrested in Istanbul during a Newroz celebration as police used force to disperse the crowd following a recent suicide attack.…
Trump Opponents Protest in New York and Arizona
On March 21, hundreds protested against Donald Trump in New York and Arizona, with clashes and arrests occurring. The protests reflect growing tensions surrounding Trump's…
Pervez Musharraf Successfully Exits Pakistan
Former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf has left Pakistan for Dubai despite facing serious charges, with the Supreme Court granting him permission due to medical needs.…
Ahmad Khatami's Protest Against the 'Lack of Revolutionary Spirit in Seminaries'
Ahmad Khatami has expressed concern over the diminishing revolutionary spirit in Iranian seminaries, echoing recent comments by Ayatollah Khamenei about the dangers of 'de-revolutionizing' these…
Thousands of Muqtada al-Sadr Supporters Protest, Demanding Reforms in Government
Thousands of supporters of Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr protested in Baghdad, demanding significant government reforms. Despite a government ban on gatherings, protesters gathered in the…
Kurds Officially Declare Federal System in Northern Syria
Syrian Kurds and their allies have officially declared a federal system in northern Syria, facing opposition from the Assad regime and Turkey. This move is…
Palestine Officially Joins the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague
Palestine's membership in the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has been officially recognized, marking a significant diplomatic victory amidst opposition from the U.S.…
AFC: Iran and Saudi Arabia Must Play on Neutral Ground
The AFC has decided that matches between Iran and Saudi Arabia in the AFC Champions League will take place on neutral ground due to unresolved…
U.S. Primary Elections: Major Victories for Clinton and Trump
Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump achieved significant victories in the U.S. primary elections, with Clinton leading in key states while Trump faced criticism despite his…
Approval of the General Budget for the First Two Months of 2016 in Parliament
The Iranian parliament approved a two-month budget for 2016 due to delays in presenting the full budget, which is expected to be approved later. The…
Mohsen Rezaei: Reformists Lied and Betrayed in the Elections
Mohsen Rezaei criticized reformists for allegedly lying about their candidate numbers during the elections, claiming it was a betrayal to the people. His comments were…
Continued Criticism of Donald Trump's Campaign
Hillary Clinton and other Republican candidates criticized Donald Trump following the cancellation of his Chicago speech due to security concerns and subsequent violence. Trump is…
Nazak Afshar Arrested at Airport Upon Return to Iran
Nazak Afshar, a dual Iranian-French citizen and former cultural attaché at the French embassy, was arrested upon her return to Iran. This is not her…
67 Killed in Turkish Airstrike on Kurdish Positions in Northern Iraq
Turkish airstrikes in northern Iraq targeting PKK positions resulted in 67 deaths, marking a significant escalation in military action against Kurdish forces. This attack comes…
Muqtada al-Sadr Calls on Supporters to Protest in Baghdad
Muqtada al-Sadr has called for a sit-in in Baghdad to pressure Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi for reforms, emphasizing the need to combat political and economic…
Trump's Campaign Event Canceled Due to Clash Between Supporters and Opponents
Donald Trump's campaign event in Chicago was canceled due to security concerns following clashes between supporters and opponents. Hundreds of protesters gathered outside, prompting police…
Ayatollah Khamenei: The Behavior of Those Who Did Not Win Votes in 2009 Was 'Ungentlemanly'
Ayatollah Khamenei met with members of the Assembly of Experts, praising the recent elections while criticizing the behavior of those who protested the 2009 election…
History of International Women's Day
International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, commemorates women's achievements in attaining equal rights over the past century. The day has evolved from its origins…
Netanyahu: Our Relations with the US Are Strong in All Areas
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed the strength of US-Israel relations ahead of Vice President Joe Biden's upcoming visit, despite past disagreements over Iran's nuclear…
Third Day of Iranian Refugees Protesting with Sewn Lips
Iranian migrants in Calais, France, are protesting the demolition of their makeshift camp by sewing their lips shut for the third day. French officials express…
Dismissed Khajeh Nasir Professor: I Will Go on Hunger Strike
Ghasem Ekseri Fard, a professor dismissed from Khajeh Nasir University for having a 'feminine' voice, plans to go on a hunger strike and hold daily…
Parliament Elections and 'Enforcement of Law' for the President of the Shooting Federation
Seyed Mahdi Hashemi, president of the Shooting Federation, failed to secure a seat in the Tehran parliamentary elections, despite holding both positions simultaneously. This situation…
Six Iranian Refugees Sew Their Lips in Protest Against French Police
Six Iranian refugees protested against the destruction of their camp in France by sewing their lips shut. This protest highlights the dire conditions faced by…
Surviving Candidate of 'People's Experts': Any Statement from Me Without My Seal and Signature Is Invalid
Mohammad Sajadi, a candidate from the 'People's Experts' list in Tehran, declared that any statement from him without his seal is invalid. He expressed gratitude…
The Last Survivor of the 'People's Experts' List Protests the Election Results in Tehran
Ayatollah Mohammad Sajadi, the only candidate from the 'People's Experts' list who did not win a seat in the Assembly of Experts, has protested the…
Death of a Young Man Following 'Mistaken' Entry of Israeli Soldiers into a Camp
An armed clash in the Qalandiya camp resulted in the death of a Palestinian youth and injuries to Israeli soldiers. The incident was triggered by…