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October 2017
One of the Suspects in the Murder of the U.S. Ambassador in the Benghazi Attack Arrested
Donald Trump announced the arrest of Mustafa Imam, a suspect in the 2012 Benghazi attack that killed the U.S. ambassador. The U.S. government is committed…
Several Dead in Explosion at Gach Sefid Oil Field Rig
An explosion at the Fath 95 drilling rig in the Gach Sefid oil field resulted in multiple fatalities, with reports of four workers killed. The…
Kurdistan Region: Agreement Between Iraqi Forces and Peshmerga for Ceasefire
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq announced a ceasefire agreement between Iraqi forces and Kurdish Peshmerga to halt fighting in northern Iraq, although details remain unclear.…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini; Interview with Melody Safavi
The weekly program 'Paradox' airs on Radio Farda, featuring discussions on significant issues. This episode includes an interview with Melody Safavi, highlighting important contemporary topics.
Why Did Holden Automotive Shut Down?
The Holden automotive brand has shut down permanently due to changing consumer preferences, high production costs, and increased competition from Asian and Chinese automakers. This…
Narges Mohammadi Wins Sakharov Prize from American Physical Society
Narges Mohammadi, a political prisoner and human rights activist, has been awarded the Sakharov Prize by the American Physical Society for her efforts in promoting…
Persepolis Victory Against Esteghlal in Controversial Derby
Persepolis defeated Esteghlal 1-0 in a controversial Tehran derby, with Ali Alipour scoring the decisive penalty. This victory propelled Persepolis to second place in the…
The Kurdistan Regional Government Suspends Independence Referendum Results
The Kurdistan Regional Government has suspended the results of its independence referendum to ease tensions with the Iraqi central government, proposing a ceasefire and dialogue.…
Tillerson: Space for Moderate Taliban Elements in Afghan Government is Available
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson stated that moderate Taliban elements can join the Afghan government if they renounce violence and commit to peace. He…
Meeting of the Coordination Council of Saudi Arabia and Iraq with the Presence of Tillerson
Rex Tillerson attended a meeting in Riyadh aimed at strengthening Saudi-Iraqi relations, with the presence of Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi and King Salman. The…
Persepolis Advances in Iran's Football Cup
Persepolis defeated Naft Tehran 2-0 in the Iran Football Cup, advancing to the Round of 16 after being eliminated from the AFC Champions League. This…
At least 52 Egyptian security forces killed in clashes with Islamist militants
Clashes in Egypt's western deserts have resulted in the deaths of at least 52 security personnel during an operation against the Islamist group Hasm Movement.…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini; Interview with Simin Dokht Kargar
The article discusses a weekly radio program called 'Paradox' featuring an interview with Simin Dokht Kargar, who focuses on technology and human rights. This program…
The 2017 Man Booker Literary Prize Awarded to American George Saunders
George Saunders won the 2017 Man Booker Prize for his novel 'Lincoln in the Bardo,' making him the second American to receive this prestigious award.…
New Season of NBA Basketball Begins with Home Loss for Defending Champion
The NBA season kicked off with Cleveland defeating Boston 102-99, marred by Gordon Hayward's serious injury. Golden State lost to Houston 122-121 despite leading for…
Persepolis Eliminated from AFC Champions League
Persepolis FC was eliminated from the AFC Champions League after a 2-2 draw against Al-Hilal, losing 6-2 on aggregate. The match featured controversial refereeing decisions,…
Observing Gravitational Waves and a Revolution in Astronomy
Astronomers have detected gravitational waves from a neutron star collision that occurred 130 million years ago, marking a significant advancement in astronomy. This event is…
Death Toll from California Wildfires Reaches at Least 31
Widespread wildfires in Northern California have resulted in at least 31 deaths and thousands of homes destroyed. Over 20,000 residents have been evacuated, and the…
North Korea: Trump's Words Ignite the Fire of War; Trump: North Korea Problem Must Be Solved
North Korea's Foreign Minister claims that Trump's rhetoric has escalated tensions, stating that they are prepared to respond with force. Trump insists that North Korea…
Trump Denies Report on Request to Increase U.S. Nuclear Arsenal
Donald Trump denied a report by NBC News claiming he requested an increase in the U.S. nuclear arsenal, calling it fake news. This denial comes…
Spanish Prime Minister Threatens Possible Revocation of Catalonia's Autonomy Again
The Spanish Prime Minister has threatened to revoke Catalonia's autonomy if its leaders declare independence. This follows ongoing tensions between the Catalan government and Madrid,…
Donald Trump Claims He Is Smarter Than Rex Tillerson
Donald Trump claimed in a recent interview that he is smarter than Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, suggesting an intelligence contest if Tillerson referred to…
Wildfire in California Leaves at Least 10 Dead
A wildfire in California has resulted in at least 10 fatalities and forced around 20,000 people to evacuate. Governor Jerry Brown has declared a state…
Nobel Prize in Economics Awarded to American Researcher Richard Thaler
Richard Thaler, a behavioral economist, was awarded the 2017 Nobel Prize in Economics for his work on nudging people towards making better economic decisions. His…
Russian Officials Announce Release of All Detainees from Saturday's Protests
Russian officials announced the release of all detainees from protests against President Putin, which coincided with his birthday. Thousands protested across multiple cities, with reports…
Trump: Only One Thing Will Work Regarding North Korea
Donald Trump stated that negotiations with North Korea have been ineffective for 25 years and emphasized that only one thing will yield results. He criticized…
Arrest of One Person Following Vehicle Collision with Pedestrians in London
A vehicle collided with pedestrians in London, injuring 11 people, and one person has been arrested. The police are treating the incident as a traffic…
Turkey Announces Start of 'Serious Operation' in Idlib, Syria
Turkey has launched a significant military operation in Idlib, Syria, aimed at supporting rebel groups against the Assad regime, with backing expected from Russia. This…
Iran Ranked Nineteenth in Global Truck Production
Iran ranks nineteenth in global truck production with a significant decrease in output compared to previous years. Economic sanctions and the rise of Chinese truck…
Trump to Announce His Policy on the JCPOA on October 12
Donald Trump is set to announce his administration's stance on the JCPOA on October 12, indicating a potential withdrawal from the agreement. This announcement comes…
An Overview of the Housing Market in Iran
The Iranian housing market has experienced fluctuations in transactions and prices, with recent reports indicating a temporary increase in prices and transactions. However, the market…
U.S. Secretary of State: I Have Never Considered Resigning
Rex Tillerson, U.S. Secretary of State, affirmed his loyalty to President Trump's policies and denied any thoughts of resignation amidst rising tensions and speculation about…
Airbus Helicopters in Iran
Iran has begun to acquire Airbus EC145 helicopters to enhance its air ambulance and rescue capabilities, marking a significant shift from reliance on older Russian…
The U.S. Expels 15 Cuban Diplomats
The U.S. has expelled 15 Cuban diplomats in response to health issues affecting American diplomats in Cuba, citing Havana's failure to ensure their safety. This…
Arrest of Over 250 Employees in Turkey on Charges of Connection to Gulen
Turkey continues to arrest individuals linked to the failed coup of July 2016, with 254 more employees targeted this week. The arrests are part of…
Tom Petty, Rock Music Star, Passes Away
Tom Petty, a legendary rock musician known for hits like 'American Girl' and 'Learning to Fly,' died from a heart attack at the age of…
The U.S. Seeks to Reduce Cuban Embassy Staff in Washington by 60%
The U.S. plans to reduce Cuban embassy staff in Washington by 60% following health concerns affecting American diplomats in Havana. This decision has led to…
White House: Now is not the time to negotiate with North Korea
The White House has ruled out negotiations with North Korea regarding its nuclear program, stating that discussions may only occur about American prisoners. This stance…
Donald Trump Condemns Las Vegas Shooting as a 'Completely Evil Act'
Donald Trump condemned the Las Vegas shooting that resulted in at least 58 deaths and over 500 injuries, calling it a 'completely evil act.' He…
ISIS Claims Responsibility for 'Terrorist Attack' in Marseille, France
ISIS has claimed responsibility for a stabbing attack in Marseille that resulted in the deaths of two women. The assailant was killed by soldiers, and…
Soheil Arabi's Mother to Seek Justice at Parliament
Farangis Mazloom, the mother of imprisoned political dissident Soheil Arabi, plans to confront parliament officials regarding the lack of action on the Supreme Leader's pardon…
Catalonia Officials Report Dozens of Injuries Following Sunday Clashes
Catalonia officials reported over 90 injuries following clashes between police and pro-independence protesters during a referendum attempt. The Spanish government has declared the referendum illegal…