June 2015
Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's Promise for Stronger Action by Egypt's Judiciary
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi announced upcoming judicial reforms aimed at intensifying actions against extremist groups following the assassination of Attorney General Hisham Barakat. The…
Egypt's Attorney General Killed in Bomb Explosion
Hisham Barakat, Egypt's Attorney General, was killed in a bombing that indicates a rise in attacks by extremist Islamist groups against government officials. This incident…
Change in Iran's Women's Futsal National Team Coach
Shahnaz Yari has been replaced as the head coach of Iran's women's futsal team, claiming she was not informed of her dismissal and had not…
Heatwave in Karachi, Pakistan Claims Over 700 Lives
A severe heatwave in Karachi has resulted in over 700 deaths, exacerbated by power outages and inadequate medical facilities. Health officials and the electricity provider…
Israel Welcomes Egypt's New Ambassador Appointment to Tel Aviv
Israel has welcomed Egypt's decision to send a new ambassador to Tel Aviv, indicating a strengthening of diplomatic ties. This move comes amid improving relations…
Chinese Woman Saves 100 Dogs from Being Eaten at Annual Festival
A 65-year-old Chinese woman named Yang Shaiyun saved 100 dogs from being slaughtered at the Yulin dog meat festival by paying 1,100 dollars. The festival…
Iranian Foreign Ministry Official Rejects Bahrain's Accusations
An Iranian Foreign Ministry official dismissed Bahrain's allegations of Iranian proxy involvement in bomb plots as unfounded, urging dialogue instead of sectarian security measures. The…
Women Barred Again from Stadiums; The Lock on 'Azadi' Remains Closed
Iran hosted a global sporting event but barred women from attending the stadium, leading to protests and the use of fake press credentials to allow…
Suspect Arrested for Killing 9 People at Charleston Church
A young white man, Dylann Storm Roof, was arrested for killing 9 people at a historic African American church in Charleston, sparking outrage and discussions…
Shooting at a Black Church in America Leaves 9 Dead
A shooting at a historic Black church in Charleston, South Carolina, resulted in 9 deaths, including the pastor. The police have labeled the attack as…
Death Sentence for Mohamed Morsi Confirmed
The Egyptian court confirmed the death sentence for ousted President Mohamed Morsi on charges related to his role in the 2011 revolution. This ruling has…
The Instrument That Fell Silent in the Struggle Between Police and Government
The recent clash between the Iranian government and police resulted in the silencing of prominent musician Kayhan Kalhor, who protested by canceling his concerts. Other…
Increase in MERS Victims in South Korea
South Korea is experiencing a severe outbreak of MERS, with the death toll rising to seven and total infections reaching 95. The government faces criticism…
Losers of the Turkish Elections: Political Absolutism, Economic Corruption, and Religious Biases
The Turkish parliamentary elections on June 7, 2015, resulted in a significant loss for President Erdoğan and his ruling AKP, marking the end of their…
Protests Against Facebook's Real Name Policy
User groups are protesting Facebook's real name policy, arguing it threatens their safety and identity. They plan to gather at Facebook's headquarters to voice their…