February 2017
The White House Condemns Shooting of Two Indians in Kansas Tavern
A White House spokesperson condemned a shooting in Kansas where two Indians were targeted, suggesting it was racially motivated. The shooter, Adam Purinton, claimed to…
"Clean Government" and "Oil Violations"
The Rouhani government is addressing oil violations from Ahmadinejad's administration in the upcoming budget bill as the presidential election approaches. Hamid Reza Baqaei, a key…
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…
Abu Sayyaf Group in the Philippines Releases Video of German Hostage's Beheading
The Abu Sayyaf group has released a video showing the beheading of German hostage Juergen Kantner, who was kidnapped in November 2016. The Philippine government…
Kansas Shooting Suspect Thought He Had 'Killed Two Iranians'
A shooting in Olathe, Kansas, resulted in the death of an Indian man and injuries to another, with the suspect claiming to have killed 'two…
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.…
Head of the Welfare Committee: 11 Million Iranians Live Below the Poverty Line
Parviz Fattah, head of Iran's Welfare Committee, announced that 11 million Iranians are living below the poverty line based on the minimum wage of 812,000…
Health Minister: Iranians Consume Three Times More Salt Than the Global Average
Iran's Health Minister Hassan Ghazizadeh Hashemi revealed that Iranians consume three times more salt than the global average, leading to significant public health issues. He…
New Secretary General of the Democratic Party of the United States Elected
Tom Perez has been elected as the new Secretary General of the Democratic Party, defeating Keith Ellison. Both candidates have called for unity within the…
Dozens Killed in Suicide Attack in City Controlled by Bashar al-Assad Forces
A series of suicide bombings in Homs, Syria, have resulted in over 80 deaths, including a high-ranking military official. These attacks coincide with ongoing peace…
44 People Arrested at a Party in Mashhad
44 individuals were arrested at a party in Mashhad, including 25 men and 19 women, for consuming alcohol and participating in a mixed-gender celebration. The…
Is Emphasis on Mother Tongue Promoting Separatism?
The article discusses the implications of emphasizing mother tongue education in Iran, questioning whether it promotes separatism or is a vital aspect of ethnic identity.…
Kazem Gilanpour; His Last Wish Was to Have His Ashes Scattered on the Summit of Damavand
Kazem Gilanpour, a prominent figure in Iranian sports journalism and skiing, passed away at the age of 95, expressing a final wish to have his…
Iraqi Prime Minister Orders Airstrikes on ISIS Positions in Syria
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has ordered airstrikes on ISIS positions in Syria in response to recent bombings in Baghdad. The strikes were coordinated with…
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,…
Health Ministry Official: 13 Million Couples are Losing Their 'Fertility Age'
The Iranian Health Ministry has raised concerns about 13 million couples losing their fertility age, emphasizing the need to increase life expectancy among men. This…
Cartoonists' Campaign in Support of Mehdi Rajabian
A campaign by 'United Designs' in France seeks global cartoonists' support for Mehdi Rajabian, an imprisoned musician. The Rajabian brothers were sentenced for charges related…
White House Says Issuance of New Executive Order Banning Temporary Entry Delayed by a Week
The White House has announced a delay in the issuance of a new executive order banning the entry of citizens from seven countries, including Iran,…
De Mistura: I Do Not Expect Quick Success in the New Round of Syrian Negotiations
Stefan de Mistura, the UN special envoy for Syria, expressed skepticism about achieving quick success in the upcoming peace talks in Geneva. The talks are…
Attorney General: We Have Sent the List of Dual Nationals to the Ministry of Intelligence
Iran's Attorney General has sent a list of over ten dual nationals in managerial positions to the Ministry of Intelligence amid ongoing debates about their…
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…
Saudi Arabia Invests $50 Billion in Renewable Energy
Saudi Arabia is investing $50 billion in renewable energy to reduce oil consumption and meet domestic energy needs. The initiative includes the construction of 700…
Iraqi Military Forces on the Verge of Attacking Mosul Airport
Iraqi military forces are intensifying their operations against ISIS in Mosul, preparing for a final assault on Mosul Airport while claiming no foreign troops are…
NASA Sends Explorer Robots to Antarctica
NASA is sending explorer robots to Antarctica to search for signs of extraterrestrial life, focusing on the Erebus volcano as a testing ground. This research…
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…
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Passes Away
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, has died while on duty, one day before his 65th birthday. His passing has drawn condolences and…
Determination of Khuzestan Representatives to Question the President and Impeach the Minister of Energy
Khuzestan representatives are pushing to question the President and impeach the Minister of Energy due to dissatisfaction with the government's handling of environmental issues, particularly…
Health Ministry Official: 55% of Deaths in Iran are Premature
A health ministry official revealed that 55% of deaths in Iran are premature, primarily due to cardiovascular diseases linked to obesity and poor lifestyle choices.…
Will the House Arrest Be Lifted?
The article discusses the ongoing house arrest of opposition leaders Mir Hossein Mousavi, Mehdi Karroubi, and Zahra Rahnavard, six years after the 2009 presidential election…
Dozens Killed in Suicide Bombing in Pakistan; ISIS Claims Responsibility
A suicide bombing at the Lal Shahbaz Qalandar shrine in Sehwan, Pakistan, killed at least 75 people, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attack targeted a…
Human Rights Watch Calls for Immediate Release of Shahnaz Karim Beigi
Human Rights Watch has called for the immediate release of Shahnaz Karim Beigi, whose son was killed during the 2009 Ashura protests. She has been…
Qazi Askar: Saudi Arabia Should Avoid Delays Regarding Hajj
Ali Qazi Askar, the representative of Iran's Supreme Leader for Hajj affairs, urged Saudi Arabia to expedite visa issuance and negotiations for Iranian pilgrims. This…
The film 'The Salesman' to be screened in Trafalgar Square, London
The film 'The Salesman' will be screened for free in Trafalgar Square, London, on the day of the Oscars, as part of London's support for…
Hassan Rouhani to Visit Oman and Kuwait on Wednesday
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani is set to visit Oman and Kuwait on Wednesday, responding to official invitations from their leaders. This visit highlights ongoing diplomatic…
Sweden's 'Feminist' Government Faces Criticism for Wearing Hijabs in Iran
Sweden's female politicians, including Minister An Linde, faced backlash for wearing hijabs during their visit to Iran, contradicting the government's claim of a feminist foreign…
Police Spokesman: No Special Instructions for Valentine's Day, But Businesses Have Been Informed
The Iranian police have stated that there are no special instructions for Valentine's Day this year, despite previous prohibitions. Businesses have been informed, and celebrations…
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…
Turkmenistan's President Re-elected with 98% of Votes
Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov has been re-elected as President of Turkmenistan with 98% of the votes, continuing his rule since 2006. The election process raises concerns about…
Hassan Rouhani's Critical Remarks on the 'Current Situation in America'
Hassan Rouhani criticized the inability of American intellectuals to influence public opinion following the recent U.S. presidential election results. His remarks come amid rising tensions…
Haider al-Abadi on US-Iran Tensions: We Will Not Engage in Conflicts
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi stated that Iraq will not participate in international or regional conflicts, emphasizing neutrality amid rising tensions between the US and…
Pentagon: One of ISIS's Commanders Targeted Near Mosul
The Pentagon confirmed that Rashid Qasim, a senior ISIS commander with ties to France, was targeted in a drone strike near Mosul. French security sources…
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…
Exhibition of Returned Ancient Artifacts to Iran
Iran has showcased 558 ancient artifacts returned from various countries, attributing the successful repatriation to improved relations following the nuclear agreement. This exhibition is significant…
Mohammad Hashemi: The Cause of My Brother's Death Was Not Assassination or Suffocation
Mohammad Hashemi clarified that his brother, Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, died of cardiac arrest and not due to assassination or suffocation, dismissing rumors surrounding his death.…
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…
Mehdi Khazali, Critic Political Activist, Arrested
Mehdi Khazali, a prominent critic of the Iranian regime, has been arrested and is on a hunger strike in protest. His arrest follows his calls…
Apple Loses Title of World's Most Valuable Brand to Google
Apple has lost its title as the world's most valuable brand to Google, with its brand value dropping significantly. This shift reflects a decline in…
FIFA Bans Tractor Sazi from Transfers After Esteghlal
FIFA has banned Tractor Sazi from transfers due to unpaid debts, following a similar ban on Esteghlal. If Tractor Sazi fails to pay their coach's…
Two Prime Ministers at Shahrzad Aghdashloo's Women's Gathering
Shahrzad Aghdashloo hosted a gathering featuring influential women, including poets Forough Farrokhzad and Parvin E'tesami, and political leaders Indira Gandhi and Margaret Thatcher. The event…
Vida Mehran-Nia: My husband, Ahmadreza Jalali, has been sentenced to death
Vida Mehran-Nia reports that her husband, Ahmadreza Jalali, has been sentenced to death by an Iranian judge. Jalali, a researcher from Sweden, has been on…
The Quran: The Word of God or the Word of Muhammad?
Hassan Yousefi Eshkevari and Soroush Dabbagh engage in a debate about whether the Quran is the divine word of God or a prophetic text from…
British Parliament Votes to Begin Process of Leaving the European Union
The British Parliament has approved a bill allowing Prime Minister Theresa May to start formal negotiations for leaving the EU, with a significant majority voting…
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…