August 2016
Mahdi Chamran Re-elected as Head of Tehran City Council
Mahdi Chamran has been re-elected as the head of the Tehran City Council amid controversies surrounding significant discounts on municipal property sales. His opponent, Ahmad…
Death of Eight Police Officers in Southeastern Turkey 'Due to PKK Bombing'
Eight police officers were killed and dozens injured in a car bombing attributed to the PKK in southeastern Turkey. This incident follows a year of…
Erdogan: Syrian Rebels Supported by Ankara Have Taken Control of Jarablus from ISIS
Turkish President Erdogan announced that Syrian rebels backed by Turkey have taken Jarablus from ISIS. This move has drawn criticism from Kurdish leaders, who accuse…
Israeli President Visits Exhibition of Iranian Calligraphy and Modern Posters
Israeli President Reuven Rivlin visited an exhibition of Iranian calligraphy and modern posters with his grandchildren, highlighting cultural exchanges despite political tensions. The exhibition, titled…
The Clash Between Dariush and Farid Zaland in the 'Zero' Degree Orbit
Dariush's controversial album 'Zero' has been released after two decades of delays, leading to a public dispute with composer Farid Zaland, who claims the release…
Rio 2016: Protests Over Behdad Salimi's Disqualification
Behdad Salimi was disqualified from the Rio 2016 Olympics after judges rejected his clean and jerk attempts despite setting a world record. This led to…
Water Conflict in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Leaves Two Dead
A water dispute between villagers in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province led to two deaths and injuries. The conflict arose over livestock grazing and water rights,…
Iranian Activist: I Will Again Show the Slogan for Women's Presence in Stadiums in Rio
Darya Safai, an Iranian activist, continues to advocate for women's right to enter stadiums, having previously protested at the Rio Olympics. Despite facing security interventions,…
Shooting Report Leads to Evacuation of a Terminal at New York Airport
A report of gunfire at JFK Airport led to the evacuation of Terminal 8 and a temporary halt to flights, although no evidence of a…
A Former CIA Officer, Conservative Candidate for the U.S. Elections
Evan McMullin, a former CIA officer, is running as a conservative candidate in the U.S. presidential election, emphasizing the need for unity and ethical leadership.…
12 Infants Killed in Hospital Fire in Baghdad
A devastating fire in a Baghdad hospital's maternity ward has resulted in the deaths of at least 12 premature infants, with only seven being rescued.…
Judicial Authority Denies Execution of 'Six Prisoners' in Urmia
West Azerbaijan officials denied reports of six prisoners being executed in Urmia, including Kurdish activist Mohammad Abdollahi. Human rights groups have raised concerns over the…
Mosul on the Brink of Liberation Operations; Feelings of Liberation and Anxiety
Iraqi forces are preparing to liberate Mosul from the Islamic Caliphate, with residents expressing a mix of hope and anxiety about future governance. Many Sunni…
The Rio Olympics Begins with a Call for Peace and Respect for Nature
The Rio 2016 Olympics opened with themes of peace and respect for nature, amidst significant security concerns due to global terrorism and Brazil's own political…
Journalists' Guild Sends Letter to Rouhani Regarding Obstacles to Reopening the Guild
The Iranian Journalists' Guild has accused the government of obstructing its reopening by promoting alternative organizations. They have called on President Rouhani to appoint a…