July 2017
Will the Illness of Karroubi and Mousavi Lead to Their Release?
Mehdi Karroubi and Mir Hossein Mousavi, both leaders of the 2009 protests, are facing serious health issues while under house arrest. Their families report deteriorating…
Review of Passport Reform Proposal for Women's Exit from the Country in Parliament
The Iranian Parliament is reviewing a proposal to amend passport laws to facilitate women's exit from the country, particularly in light of recent controversies involving…
Netanyahu Calls for Death Penalty for Palestinians Responsible for Killing Israelis
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has called for the death penalty for Palestinians involved in the murder of Israeli citizens, following a brutal attack on the…
Israeli Cabinet Approves Removal of Metal Detectors from Al-Aqsa Mosque
The Israeli cabinet has agreed to remove metal detectors from the Al-Aqsa Mosque and replace them with advanced monitoring technology following violent clashes that resulted…
Israeli Embassy Staff in Jordan Return to Tel Aviv
Israeli embassy staff in Jordan returned to Tel Aviv after a shooting incident involving a security guard who shot a Jordanian citizen. The incident has…
Mehdi Karroubi Hospitalized Due to Heart Condition
Mehdi Karroubi has been hospitalized due to a heart condition, as reported by his son. Karroubi has been under house arrest since 2011 and has…
Two Killed in Shooting Incident at Israeli Embassy in Jordan
A shooting incident at the Israeli embassy in Jordan resulted in the deaths of two Jordanians and injuries to an Israeli. The incident may be…
Trump Calls for an End to Leaks of Classified Information in the Media
Donald Trump criticized media leaks of classified information, particularly targeting the Washington Post for reporting on Jeff Sessions' contacts with the Russian ambassador. He also…
Chester Bennington, Lead Singer of Linkin Park, Passes Away
Chester Bennington, the lead singer of Linkin Park, was found dead at his home, believed to have committed suicide. He struggled with depression and addiction…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Summons Kuwaiti Chargé d'Affaires Following Diplomat Expulsions
Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned the Kuwaiti chargé d'affaires after Kuwait decided to expel 15 Iranian diplomats, reducing Iran's diplomatic presence significantly. The expulsion is linked…
French Armed Forces Commander Resigns Due to Disagreement with Macron on Defense Budget
General Pierre de Villiers resigned as the commander of the French armed forces due to disagreements with President Emmanuel Macron over defense budget cuts. This…
The Sad Death of the Author of 'Pig Philosophy' or the Meaning of Living in an Authoritarian Regime
Liu Xiaobo, a prominent Chinese human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, died under oppressive conditions imposed by the Chinese government, which continued its…
Turkey Dismisses 7,000 More Individuals on the Anniversary of the Failed Coup
On the anniversary of the failed coup in Turkey, the government dismissed 7,000 individuals, adding to the tens of thousands dismissed or arrested in the…
Death of Two Israeli Policemen Following Shooting Near Al-Aqsa Mosque
A shooting incident near the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem resulted in the deaths of two Israeli policemen and three Arab Israeli attackers. The event is…
Dissident Chinese Nobel Peace Prize Winner Dies After Years in Prison Due to Cancer
Liu Xiaobo, a prominent Chinese dissident and Nobel Peace Prize winner, died of liver cancer at 61 after years of imprisonment. His death has sparked…
Donald Trump Arrives in Paris for a 36-Hour Visit
Donald Trump arrived in Paris for a brief visit to participate in Bastille Day celebrations and discuss key issues with French President Emmanuel Macron. The…
U.S. Secretary of State Praises Resistance Against Turkey's Coup in Istanbul
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visited Istanbul, praising the Turkish citizens' resistance against last year's coup attempt. His visit coincided with large protests against…
Hundreds of Thousands of Erdogan Opponents Demand 'Justice' in Istanbul
Hundreds of thousands of Erdogan's opponents gathered in Istanbul demanding justice, marking one of the largest protests in recent years. Led by Kemal Kilicdaroglu, the…
July 9, 18 Years Later: Names and Signs (Part Two)
The article reflects on the 18th anniversary of the July 9, 1999 protests in Iran, highlighting the events leading to the unrest, the government's violent…
Severe Clashes Between G20 Protesters and German Riot Police in Hamburg
Severe clashes erupted in Hamburg between G20 summit protesters and German riot police, with around 100,000 participants voicing their discontent over the G20's failure to…
Germany Opposes Erdogan's Speech at Turkish Gathering in Hamburg
Germany has requested Turkish President Erdogan to avoid speaking at a gathering of Turks in Hamburg during the G20 summit, citing sovereignty concerns. This reflects…
Suicide Attack in Damascus
A suicide attack in Damascus resulted in multiple casualties, with varying reports on the death toll. The attack is significant as it marks the largest…