May 2016
Concerns Raised Over Google's New Messaging App Security
Experts have raised serious concerns about Google's new messaging app Allo, particularly regarding its lack of default end-to-end encryption. Edward Snowden has labeled the app…
Israeli Government Approves Lieberman's Appointment as Defense Minister
The Israeli government has approved Avigdor Lieberman, a far-right party leader with no military experience, as the new Defense Minister. This appointment follows a coalition…
UN: Syria Prevents Humanitarian Aid to the Besieged
The UN has reported that the Syrian government is obstructing humanitarian aid to over half a million civilians in besieged areas, with only a fraction…
U.S. House of Representatives Votes to Ban Purchase of Heavy Water from Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to prohibit the purchase of heavy water from Iran, with 251 representatives in favor and 168 against. This…
Syrian Militias Begin Operations with US Support Around Raqqa
Syrian militias, supported by US airstrikes, have initiated operations against ISIS near Raqqa, but progress has slowed. The Syrian Democratic Forces, primarily composed of Kurdish…
At least 145 killed in attacks on Assad-controlled areas
On Monday, multiple explosions in Tartus and Jableh, Syria, resulted in at least 145 deaths, with ISIS claiming responsibility. These attacks highlight the ongoing violence…
Egyptian Submarine Searching for Black Box of Flight 804
Egypt has deployed a submarine to search for the black box of an EgyptAir flight that crashed last week, killing all 66 passengers. The cause…
How Much Do We Know About Genetically Modified Products?
The article discusses the implications of genetically modified (GM) products in Iran, highlighting both the potential benefits and serious health and environmental concerns. Dr. Khadijeh…
Indian Prime Minister's Visit to Tehran; Agreement on Chabahar Port Expected
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Tehran to discuss the development of Chabahar port and investment opportunities, alongside Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. This visit…
Smoke Detection Alert in Egyptian Airplane Cabin Before Crash
An Egyptian Airbus A320 crashed into the Mediterranean Sea shortly after departing from Paris, with smoke detection alerts activated moments before the incident. The Egyptian…
Egyptian Army Finds Pieces of Egyptian Plane Wreckage
The Egyptian army has discovered wreckage and belongings from EgyptAir flight 804, which disappeared from radar while traveling from Paris to Cairo and was later…
EgyptAir: Found Parts Do Not Belong to Flight 804
EgyptAir's deputy director has confirmed that parts found in the Mediterranean do not belong to the missing flight MS 804, which disappeared with 66 people…
Egyptian Plane Has Crashed in the Mediterranean Sea
An Egyptian airline plane has crashed into the Mediterranean Sea near Greece while traveling from Paris to Cairo, with 66 people on board. Both Egypt…
Paris-Cairo Flight Disappears in Egyptian Airspace
An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo with 66 passengers has disappeared from radar while entering Egyptian airspace. The Egyptian military and Greek units are…
Russia: No Plans to Sell Fighter Jets and Tanks to Iran
A senior Russian official announced that Russia has no plans to sell fighter jets or tanks to Iran due to UN sanctions. While Russia is…
Agreement Between Armenia and Azerbaijan on Continuation of Ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh
The Presidents of Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to continue the ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh and resume peace negotiations in June, following severe clashes that resulted…
Putin: With the Removal of the Iranian Threat, the U.S. Missile System No Longer Justified
Vladimir Putin declared that the nuclear missile threat from Iran no longer exists, thus questioning the justification for the U.S. missile defense system in Europe.…
Tokyo Olympics and Japan's New 'Trouble'
The Japanese government is facing scrutiny over alleged payments to a disgraced IOC member linked to corruption, as it defends the legitimacy of its Olympic…
Islamic State Group Begins Advance Towards Ancient City of Palmyra
The Islamic State group has begun an advance towards Palmyra, threatening the city recently captured by the Syrian army. They have seized a rocket launch…
The U.S. Announces Expansion of Ceasefire Agreement to Aleppo
The U.S. and Russia have brokered a ceasefire agreement in Aleppo, Syria, amidst ongoing violence. Despite the ceasefire, sporadic clashes continue, and both sides are…
Sergey Lavrov: Bashar al-Assad is not a close ally of Russia
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Bashar al-Assad is not a close ally of Russia, contrasting him with Turkey's relationship with the U.S. He…
Iran Calls for Inclusion of Two Syrian Groups in UN Terrorist List
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister has urged Russia to help include two Syrian militant groups, Ahrar al-Sham and Jaish al-Islam, in the UN's terrorist list, emphasizing…
Kerry Warns Assad About Consequences of Not Adhering to Ceasefire
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry warned Syrian President Bashar Assad of severe consequences if he fails to adhere to the ceasefire agreement with Russia.…
Ban Ki-moon Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Aleppo
Ban Ki-moon has called for an immediate ceasefire in Aleppo amid escalating violence in Syria. This request follows meetings involving U.S. and Saudi officials, highlighting…
Linguistic Snobbery: Do We Finally Have Right and Wrong?
The article discusses the growing trend in Iranian society to reject linguistic authorities and norms, emphasizing the need for a balance between individual expression and…