April 2016
Riyad Mansour Implicitly Compares Israel's Actions to Nazi Germany
Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian UN ambassador, compared Israel's actions to those of Nazi Germany during a press conference following a heated exchange with the Israeli…
U.S. Vice President Makes Unannounced Visit to Iraq
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden made an unannounced visit to Iraq to support the Iraqi government amid a political crisis and ongoing conflict with the…
80 Percent of Zayandeh Rud Dam in Isfahan is Empty
The Zayandeh Rud Dam in Isfahan is currently 80% empty, with significant implications for water supply in the region. Official Mehrzad Ehsani warns of a…
UN Representative in Syria: What negotiations can be held under bombardment?
The UN envoy for Syria, Stefan de Mistura, highlights the ongoing violence in Syria, with a citizen dying every 25 minutes, and calls for a…
Venezuelan Government Employees to Work Two Days a Week
The Venezuelan government has mandated that public sector employees work only two days a week to conserve energy amid severe electricity shortages and a worsening…
Controversies Surrounding a Canceled Concert: 'Why Did You Leave?'
The concert 'Why Did You Leave?' featuring Homayoun Shajarian was canceled in Hamburg due to a dispute between the organizer and the music group, despite…
The Painting Major Will Not Be Removed from Vocational School Curriculum
The Iranian Ministry of Culture has confirmed that the Painting major will remain in vocational school curricula following protests from artists against its proposed removal.…
PKK Warns of Intensifying Attacks Across Turkey
Jamil Bayik of the PKK announced the group's readiness to intensify its attacks across Turkey in response to President Erdogan's military actions against them. This…
Bernie Sanders' Campaign is the Wealthiest in the U.S. Presidential Election
Bernie Sanders has outpaced Hillary Clinton in fundraising, making his campaign the wealthiest in the U.S. presidential election. Sanders raised over $182 million, while Clinton…
U.S. Concern Over Reports of Russian Weapons Shipment to Syria
The U.S. has raised concerns about Russian military equipment being sent to Syria, potentially escalating the conflict as opposition negotiators plan to leave peace talks…
Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the Role of Shia Factions in Iraq's Political Crisis
Moqtada al-Sadr has called for protests in Baghdad to pressure parliament for the approval of a new cabinet led by Haider al-Abadi. The political landscape…
Muqtada al-Sadr Calls for Resumption of Protests in Baghdad
Muqtada al-Sadr has called for renewed protests in Baghdad to pressure the Iraqi parliament to resolve political disputes and approve a new cabinet. The protests…
Trial of Narges Mohammadi in 'Closed Court'
Narges Mohammadi, a civil rights activist, is facing trial in a closed court despite her deteriorating health and partial completion of her sentence. Amnesty International…
Cancellation of Minoo Khalighi's Votes; Ministry of Interior: Not All Issues Should Be Politicized
The Iranian Ministry of Interior is facing backlash over the cancellation of Minoo Khalighi's election votes, with calls for a calm resolution rather than politicization.…
Family of Mehdi Karroubi Requests Hossein Ronaghi to End Hunger Strike
Hossein Ronaghi Maleki has been on a hunger strike for 23 days in Evin Prison, protesting the neglect of his medical case. His family, particularly…
Protest Gathering of Retirees in Front of Parliament
Over 500 retirees from the steel industry protested in front of the Iranian Parliament over unpaid pension arrears. They demand government attention to their issues,…
Syrian Government's Reaction to Netanyahu's Statements on Golan Heights
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel will not withdraw from the Golan Heights and called for international recognition of its sovereignty over the area.…
Brazil's House of Representatives Supports Rousseff's Impeachment
The Brazilian House of Representatives has voted to impeach President Dilma Rousseff, securing two-thirds of the votes needed. The focus now shifts to the Senate,…
Mir Hossein Mousavi Transferred to Hospital for Several Hours
Mir Hossein Mousavi was taken to a hospital for cardiac tests, with his condition reported as stable. His wife, Zahra Rahnavard, was with him, and…
Pentagon Protests 'Dangerous and Unprofessional' Encounter with Russian Fighter Jet
The Pentagon condemned a Russian Su-27 fighter jet for dangerously intercepting a U.S. reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea, marking a significant escalation in military…
300% Increase in Migration of Nurses in Farvardin
The migration of Iranian nurses has surged by 300% in April 2016 compared to the previous year, with 30 nurses seeking to leave the country…
The Duel of 'Ahmad's Son' with Power
Mehdi Karroubi's recent letter to Hassan Rouhani has reignited discussions about the Green Movement in Iran, as he calls for his own trial and criticizes…
Merkel's Agreement to Prosecute German Comedian at Erdogan's Request
Angela Merkel has agreed to Erdogan's request to prosecute German comedian Jan Böhmermann for a satirical poem mocking him. This decision has sparked controversy and…
New Internet Identifier 'krd.' for Iraqi Kurdistan
The Kurds have established a new internet domain identifier 'krd.' for their online presence, which has drawn criticism, particularly from the Iranian government. This identifier…
Danish Chargé d'Affaires Summoned Following 'Assault' on Iranian Embassy
The Iranian Foreign Ministry summoned the Danish Chargé d'Affaires after four Iranians allegedly assaulted the Iranian embassy in Copenhagen. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and…
Sisi's Speech on Egypt's Island Transfer to Saudi Arabia Sparks Controversy
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Sisi's recent speech aimed to address controversies over the transfer of two islands to Saudi Arabia but ended up igniting debates…
Order Issued for Hossein Ronaghi Maleki's Hospitalization
Hossein Ronaghi Maleki, a political prisoner, has been ordered for hospitalization after 18 days of hunger strike due to health issues stemming from inadequate medical…
Netanyahu: Palestinian Attacks Have Decreased Significantly
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claims that violence from Palestinians has significantly decreased due to effective security measures, but warns that the situation remains volatile. He…
Why Did Karroubi Write a Letter to Rouhani?
Mehdi Karroubi, a key figure in the 2009 election protests, wrote a letter to President Rouhani demanding a public trial to challenge the legitimacy of…
Visual Artists Protest in Tehran
Visual artists in Tehran protested against the potential transfer of the Contemporary Art Museum's management to the Rudaki Foundation. The Minister of Culture has opposed…
Kerry's Visit to Baghdad; US to Provide Additional $155 Million Aid to Iraq
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry visited Baghdad to support Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi's political efforts and announced an additional $155 million in aid to…
Murder of Anti-Religion and Anti-Islam Student with a Machete in Bangladesh
Nazimuddin Samad, a 26-year-old student known for his anti-religious views, was murdered in Dhaka, Bangladesh, by unidentified assailants. His death marks the sixth killing of…
Panama Papers: Iceland to Hold Early Elections
Iceland is set to hold early elections following the resignation of Prime Minister Sigmundur Davíð Gunnlaugsson due to the Panama Papers scandal. The new prime…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of Narges Mohammadi
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist facing trial on charges related to national security.…
Air France's Female Flight Attendants Exempted from Iran Flights
Air France has allowed female flight attendants to opt out of flights to Iran to avoid wearing a headscarf. This decision comes after concerns from…
Survey in Israel: Current Situation Worse than During the Intifada
A recent survey indicates that 51% of Israelis believe the current situation with Palestinians is worse than during the Second Intifada, with heightened fears of…
Air France Flight Attendants Protest Mandatory Hijab in Iran
Female flight attendants from Air France are protesting a new requirement to wear hijab when entering Iran. The directive comes as Air France prepares to…
Detention and Interrogation of Hediyeh Tehrani Following Animal Rights Protest
Hediyeh Tehrani, a prominent Iranian actress, was detained along with sixteen others during an animal rights protest in Tehran. Eyewitnesses reported police violence against participants,…