February 2017
Human Rights Campaign: Arrest of Several Civil and Political Activists and a Journalist
Majid Asadi, a former political prisoner, has been arrested again, along with journalist Tahereh Riahi and activist Farzaneh Jalali. Their arrests highlight ongoing repression of…
Everything Sacrificed for a Selfie
Russian model Victoria Odintcova filmed a dangerous photoshoot atop a skyscraper in Dubai without permission or proper equipment, leading to police intervention. Despite the risks,…
Victory of Esteghlal Tehran and Esteghlal Khuzestan in the AFC Champions League
Esteghlal Tehran and Esteghlal Khuzestan both secured victories in the AFC Champions League, with Esteghlal Tehran defeating Al-Taawoun 3-0 and Esteghlal Khuzestan beating Al-Jazira 1-0.…
Syrian Peace Talks Resume in Geneva After a 10-Month Break
Syrian peace talks have resumed in Geneva after a 10-month break, with Russia dismissing calls for Assad's resignation. The talks aim to address political transition,…
Discovery of a Star with Seven Earth-like Planets Orbiting It
Astronomers have discovered a star with seven Earth-like planets orbiting it, located 39 light-years away. NASA scientists are investigating the atmospheres of these planets for…
Marine Le Pen Refuses to Meet Lebanon's Grand Mufti; 'I Will Not Wear a Headscarf'
Marine Le Pen canceled her meeting with Lebanon's Grand Mufti after refusing to wear a headscarf, citing her previous experiences with religious leaders. She also…
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Killing Wounded Palestinian Attacker
An Israeli soldier, Elor Azaria, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for killing a wounded Palestinian attacker, Abdul Fattah al-Sharif. The lenient sentence has…
Turkish Prime Minister: A New Era of Relations with the New U.S. Government Has Begun
Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım announced a new phase in U.S.-Turkey relations following a meeting with Vice President Mike Pence. The Turkish army plans to…
AFC Champions League; Victory for Esteghlal Khuzestan and Defeat for Esteghlal Tehran
Esteghlal Khuzestan won their first match in the 2017 AFC Champions League against Al-Fateh, while Esteghlal Tehran lost to Al-Ahli. Esteghlal Tehran's defeat marks their…
Syrian Government Ready to Exchange Prisoners with Rebels
The Syrian government has expressed its willingness to exchange prisoners with rebel groups, a move intended to foster trust ahead of upcoming peace talks. This…
British Defense Minister Expresses Hope for Raqqa Operations to Begin After Its Siege by Spring
The British Defense Minister hopes for the completion of the siege of Raqqa by spring, leading to liberation operations against ISIS. This involves Western-backed rebels…
Continued Arrests of Political Activists, Denial of Education for Some Baha'is
Iran continues to detain political and civil activists, including notable figures and journalists, without disclosing charges. Additionally, several Baha'i citizens have been denied education based…
Was the Revolution Inevitable?
The article discusses the inevitability of the 1979 Iranian Revolution, featuring insights from two political activists with differing views. It raises questions about the political…
Three Turkish Soldiers Killed in Russian Airstrike in Syria
Three Turkish soldiers were killed in a Russian airstrike during an operation against the Islamic State in Syria. The incident highlights the lack of coordination…
Bodies of Two Victims of Qom Metro Collapse Retrieved
Two workers died in a collapse at the Qom Metro site, with ongoing efforts to find others trapped. The incident has drawn attention from local…
Trump and Erdogan's Phone Conversation; Emphasis on Combating All Forms of Terrorism
Donald Trump and Recep Tayyip Erdogan had their first phone conversation since Trump's presidency, focusing on mutual support against terrorism. The call was described as…
Esteghlal Advances to Group Stage of AFC Champions League with Victory over Al-Sadd of Qatar
Esteghlal football team of Iran secured a place in the group stage of the AFC Champions League by defeating Al-Sadd of Qatar in a penalty…
Amnesty International: Thousands Executed in a Syrian Prison
Amnesty International reported that the Syrian government has executed 13,000 people in mass executions since 2011, primarily in Sednaya prison. The report highlights systematic torture…
Esteghlal Defeats Machine Sazi Tabriz 3-0 in Snowy Conditions
Esteghlal defeated Machine Sazi Tabriz 3-0 in snowy conditions, marking their third consecutive victory and moving them to third place in the league. The match…
Arian Tahi, Iranian-Born Grandmaster of Chess in Norway
Arian Tahi, a 17-year-old Iranian-born chess grandmaster in Norway, is being hailed as a potential future world champion. He has a strong international rating and…