Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
February 2018
Response of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company to Worker Suicide News: Do Not Fuel Rumors
A seasonal worker at Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company committed suicide after being denied a wage advance, prompting the company to request that rumors not be…
Donald Trump Selects Head of His 2020 Presidential Campaign
Donald Trump has appointed Brad Parscale as the head of his 2020 presidential campaign. This decision comes as Trump prepares for the upcoming elections amid…
Is Having a Religious Authority in Conflict with Individual Independence and Responsibility?
The article discusses the conflict between having a religious authority in Shia Islam and individual independence, featuring a debate between Shia cleric Mohammad Hossein Tabarsi…
Oil from sunken Iranian tanker reaches Japanese shores
The Japanese Coast Guard has confirmed that oil pollution reaching southern Japan is likely from the sunken Iranian tanker Sanchi. This incident raises environmental concerns…
From Conflict with Dervishes to the Nightmare of a Fall
This week, clashes occurred between Gonabadi dervishes and security forces, leading to discussions about violence and its implications. Other topics included the Berlin Film Festival,…
Farhad Noori Discusses Latest Developments Regarding Dervish News with Radio Farda
Farhad Noori discusses the recent intense criticism directed at Dervishes by Friday prayer leaders and military officials in Iran. This situation highlights ongoing tensions between…
Kasra Noori Denies Attack by Dervishes on Police in Interview with Radio Farda
The Chief of Police of Tehran suggested that the police could have used RPGs against dervishes during confrontations, which has led to significant criticism from…
Tillerson: The U.S. Plans to Impose More Sanctions on Russian Nationals
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson announced plans to impose additional sanctions on Russian nationals in response to delays in enforcing existing sanctions. This comes…
NATO Secretary General Calls for Russian Transparency in Nuclear Treaty Cooperation
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg urged Russia to be transparent about its compliance with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty, amid accusations from the U.S. of…
Germany and France Emphasize: Europe Must Be Able to Defend Itself Independently
German and French defense ministers emphasized the need for Europe to develop strategic autonomy in defense, especially in light of potential reduced U.S. involvement. They…
Turkish Foreign Minister: We Reached Mutual Understanding with the U.S. for Normalizing Relations
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu announced a mutual understanding with U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to normalize relations following a meeting aimed at reducing…
Erdogan and Tillerson Discuss Improving US-Turkey Relations
Rex Tillerson and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a constructive meeting to discuss improving US-Turkey relations, which have been strained due to US support…
Cyril Ramaphosa Elected as New President of South Africa
Cyril Ramaphosa has been elected as the new president of South Africa following Jacob Zuma's resignation amid corruption scandals. Opposition parties boycotted the election, criticizing…
Erdogan: US Financial Support for People's Protection Units Will Influence Turkey's Decisions
Turkish President Erdogan warned that US financial support for the YPG will affect Turkey's future decisions, especially ahead of his meeting with Secretary of State…
Trump: Now is the Time to Invest in America
Donald Trump has reiterated his criticism of past U.S. spending in the Middle East, advocating for investment in American infrastructure instead. He presented a budget…
Tillerson's Visit to Cairo; Commitment of Egypt and the U.S. to Combat ISIS in the Middle East
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson met with Egyptian officials in Cairo to reaffirm their commitment to combat ISIS in the Middle East. This meeting…
Germany Plans to Change Its Military Strategy in Iraq
Germany is shifting its military strategy in Iraq from training Kurdish Peshmerga forces to focusing on overall stability in the country. This change was announced…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini - Political Satire is a Crime!
"Paradox" is a political satire program aired weekly on Radio Farda, hosted by Kambez Hosseini. The show highlights the absurdities of political situations in Iran,…
The Dangers of Old Plastic Toys for Children
A UK study reveals that children playing with old plastic toys may be exposed to harmful chemicals like lead and cadmium, which can affect their…
Turkey Sentences Dual National NASA Scientist to Seven and a Half Years in Prison
Turkey has sentenced NASA scientist Serkan Gülge to seven and a half years in prison for alleged ties to the Gülen network, raising concerns from…
6.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Taiwan Tilts Several High-Rise Buildings
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Hualien, Taiwan, resulting in two deaths and over 100 injuries. The Marshall Hotel collapsed, trapping several individuals inside, and…
Significant Drop in Stock Indexes in the U.S. Stock Market
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped significantly by 1,175 points, marking an unprecedented decline, raising concerns about inflation and interest rates following a strong employment…
Paradox with Kambez Hosseini; Interview with Mehrangiz Kar
The article features an interview with Mehrangiz Kar, a prominent human rights lawyer, discussing her life story and the suffering endured by her and her…
The Narrative of Protest from the Girls of Enghelab Street
The 'Girls of Enghelab Street' movement emerged in January 2023 as a bold protest against compulsory hijab in Iran, resulting in the arrest of at…
Oil Pollution from Sunken Iranian Ship Likely Reached Japan's Shores
An oil slick believed to be leaking from the sunken Iranian tanker Sanchi has reached Japan's southern shores, prompting investigations by Japanese officials. The Sanchi…
Turkish Army: 49 Kurdish Militants Killed in Airstrikes in Iraq
The Turkish Army has conducted airstrikes in northern Iraq, killing 49 Kurdish militants associated with the PKK. This operation coincides with Turkey's military actions against…
Oxford Islamic Studies Professor Arrested in Paris on Charges of Rape
Tariq Ramadan, an Oxford University Islamic studies professor, has been arrested in Paris on charges of raping two women who sought religious guidance from him.…
Number of Victims of Sexual Abuse by US National Gymnastics Team Doctor Increases to 256 Girls
Larry Nassar, a former sports doctor for the US national gymnastics team, has been sentenced to 40 to 175 years in prison after the number…