June 2023
Deployment of 40,000 Police Officers in France to Control Unrest; Government: No State of Emergency
France is facing unrest following the police shooting of a 17-year-old boy, leading President Macron to convene an emergency cabinet meeting. The government has deployed…
Armed Man Killed in Shooting Near US Consulate in Jeddah
An armed man was killed in a shootout with Saudi security forces near the US consulate in Jeddah, resulting in the death of an American…
Response from Mawlawi Abdolhamid's Office to Government Media Accusations: Completely False
The office of Mawlawi Abdolhamid has rejected accusations from government media regarding a supposed assassination plot against him, labeling them as false and politically motivated.…
Consequences of 'Stock Market Information Rent' Haunt Khandozi; Minister of Economy Under Pressure
The Iranian Minister of Economy, Ehsan Khandozi, is facing scrutiny over the significant decline in the stock market, attributed to insider information leaks regarding petrochemical…
Revelation of 'Stock Market Rent' in Favor of 'The Better Ones'; Minister of Economy: Government Secretariat Made a Mistake
A recent revelation of stock market manipulation in Iran has led to significant losses for shareholders, with the Minister of Economy attributing the issue to…
James Webb Telescope Amazes Again; Molecule Sought for Decades Discovered
The James Webb Space Telescope has discovered the methyl cation, a significant carbon molecule, in the Orion Nebula, 1,350 light-years from Earth. This finding is…
One Border Guard Killed in Clash in Saravan
A border guard was killed in Saravan, Iran, during a clash with a terrorist group attempting to enter Iran. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges…
Tehran Becoming 'Symbol of Inefficiency of the Islamic System' Day by Day
Tehran's urban management has deteriorated significantly over the past two years, with citizens reporting increasing dissatisfaction through the '137 Plus' monitoring system. Experts attribute this…
Troublesome Trip of Tehran's Mayor; Belgian Foreign Minister May Resign Under Pressure from Representatives
Belgian Foreign Minister Hajia Lhabib faces potential resignation due to backlash over granting a visa to Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani, known for his repressive actions…
Survey by Imam Sadiq University Institute; 71% of People Believe Discrimination Exists in Iran
A recent survey by the Meta center at Imam Sadiq University reveals that 71% of Iranians perceive discrimination in legal institutions, with many viewing legal…
Free Fall of the Turkish Lira; 15% Interest Rate Increase Proves Ineffective
The Turkish lira fell by 3.3% to its lowest value after the central bank raised interest rates to 15%, a move analysts deemed insufficient. This…
Will Hurd, former Congressman, announces candidacy for the Republican Party nomination in the 2024 elections
Will Hurd, a former Congressman, has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the 2024 presidential election, joining a crowded field that includes Donald…
A Member of Parliament: We Sell Chinese Cars Worth 300 Million Tomans for 3 Billion
A member of the Iranian parliament has criticized the inflated prices of Chinese cars in Iran, claiming they are sold for up to 10 times…
The Troubles of Zakhani's Trip to Brussels and Asadi's Release; Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Under Pressure to Resign
Belgian officials are facing backlash for granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations, particularly after the recent release of a Belgian aid worker from Iranian…
Iran Ranks Last in Climate Change Policy Making in the World
Iran ranks last in climate change policy and performance, with significant internal migrations due to environmental challenges. The country faces severe water shortages, with a…
Arrest of Two Family Members of a London-Based Activist in Iranshahr; Fariba Baloch: Their Crime is Being 'My Son and Brother'
Amir Dadfarin and Mohammad Malazahi, family members of London-based activist Fariba Baloch, were arrested in Iranshahr, Iran, while returning from a trip to the UK.…
Parliament Supports Ministry of Intelligence; Request to Annul Chamber of Commerce Elections
Members of the Iranian parliament have requested the annulment of the Chamber of Commerce elections after failed attempts by the Ministry of Intelligence to block…
Direct Flights for Israeli Muslim Pilgrims to Saudi Arabia; Perhaps Another Time
The Israeli government announced that there will be no direct flights for Israeli Muslim pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for this year's Hajj, downplaying prospects for…
Controversial Visa for Zakani and Russians; 'It's Time for the Belgian Foreign Minister to Resign'
Belgian Foreign Minister Hojjat Al-Habib faces calls for resignation after granting visas to Iranian and Russian delegations shortly after a controversial prisoner exchange. The situation…
Controversy Over the Presence of 'Terrorist Basij' in Brussels; Belgian Official Resigns After Inviting Zakani
Pascal Smets, a Brussels official, resigned after facing backlash for inviting Tehran's mayor, Alireza Zakani, to Brussels. The invitation sparked protests from the Iranian community…
Ukraine and Russia Report Increased Casualties from Kakhovka Dam Explosion
The Kakhovka dam explosion has resulted in 45 reported deaths, with Ukraine and Russia blaming each other for the incident. Ukraine claims the explosion was…
72-Hour Ceasefire Begins in Sudan
A 72-hour ceasefire has begun in Sudan following two months of intense fighting between rival military factions, facilitated by the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. The…
Former Supreme Court Judge: Statements by Mazandaran Police Chief are 'Absolute Crime'
The police chief of Mazandaran province called for extreme measures against alleged criminals, prompting backlash from legal experts and social media users who labeled his…
Protesters in Serbia Demand the Resignation of the President
Protests in Serbia have erupted following recent mass shootings, with tens of thousands demanding the resignation of President Aleksandar Vučić and other officials. Protesters accuse…
Raisi's Special Envoy: Taliban Agrees to Iran's Measurement of Helmand River Water Level
Iran's special envoy announced that the Taliban has agreed to allow an Iranian delegation to measure the Helmand River's water level, amid ongoing negotiations about…
Macron Hosts Bin Salman; Iran, Lebanon, and Regional Security at the Center of Discussions in Élysée
Emmanuel Macron and Mohammed bin Salman met in Paris to discuss regional issues, focusing on the political crisis in Lebanon and the war in Ukraine.…
U.S. Defense Secretary Calls for Turkey's Approval of Sweden's NATO Membership
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urged Turkey to approve Sweden's NATO membership during a brief meeting with Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler. This request comes…
Peruvian Archaeologists Discover 3,000-Year-Old Mummy in Lima
Peruvian archaeologists have discovered a 3,000-year-old mummy in Lima, believed to be linked to the ancient Manchay civilization. The find includes burial items that suggest…
Search Continues for Sunken Vessel Carrying Hundreds of Refugees in the Mediterranean Sea
A fishing vessel carrying hundreds of refugees sank in the Mediterranean Sea, leading to concerns over potential deaths, including many children. Rescuers have found some…
Nazila Maroufian Fired Due to Her Account of 'Special Forces Encounter' from Her Workplace
Nazila Maroufian, a journalist previously imprisoned for interviewing Mahsa Amini's father, was fired from her new newspaper job after revealing her experience of harassment by…
Confirmation of News: 'Permission for Iran to Access Part of Blocked Funds in Iraq'
The U.S. has confirmed that Iran can access certain funds held in Iraq for humanitarian purposes. Iraq has agreed to pay $2.76 billion in debts…
Navid Negahban Talks to Voice of America About the Killing of Imad Mughniyeh in the Series 'Beirut Ghosts'
The series 'Beirut Ghosts' depicts the assassination of Imad Mughniyeh, a Hezbollah commander, and has generated significant online reactions. Iranian artist Navid Negahban plays a…
Strike of Bazaar Merchants in Saqqez in Protest Against Government's Efforts to Conceal Mahsa Amini's Grave
Merchants in Saqqez went on strike to protest government plans to obscure Mahsa Amini's grave by blocking access and dismantling nearby structures. The community, including…
Denial of Government Supporters' Media Reports; Real Estate Union Member: Prices Have Not Decreased, Transactions Have Reached Minimum
A member of the Tehran Real Estate Union has denied reports of decreasing housing prices, stating that transactions have plummeted and the market is in…
Manipulation of Import Tariffs in Favor of Automakers; A Parliament Member Claims Car Imports Have 'Rents'
The Iranian government has approved a controversial increase in import tariffs on used cars, raising them up to 171%, which has led to accusations of…
A Labor Activist: The Government is Manipulating Statistics to 'Control Inflation'
Labor activist Faramarz Tofighi criticizes the Iranian government for manipulating inflation statistics and passing an anti-labor seventh development plan. He highlights the worsening conditions for…
Fighting Resumes in Sudan as 24-Hour Ceasefire Ends
Fighting in Sudan's capital Khartoum resumed after a brief ceasefire, with deadly clashes continuing between army commander Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his rival Mohamed Hamdan…
Tehran City Council Member: 'Child Labor and Street Children' Have Increased
A Tehran City Council member has reported a significant increase in child labor and street children in Iran, citing unofficial statistics that estimate between 14,000…
Hrana: Tomaj Salehi has been beaten in prison
Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper arrested during the 2022 protests, has reportedly been beaten in prison and denied adequate medical care. His case has drawn…
Release of the Music Video 'Morning'; Shahab Baradaran: This Work is Created in Harmony with Freedom-Seeking Youth of Iran
Shahab Baradaran has released a music video for his song 'Morning', created in solidarity with Iranian youth protesting against the regime's violent repression. The song…
Iraq Agrees to Pay Approximately Three Billion Dollars in Debt to Iran
Iraq has agreed to pay approximately 2.76 billion dollars in debts to Iran for gas and electricity, following a meeting between Iraqi Foreign Minister Fouad…
24-Hour Ceasefire in Sudan; US and Saudi Arabia Warn Warring Parties
A 24-hour ceasefire in Sudan began on June 10 amid ongoing civil war, with the US and Saudi Arabia warning that they will withdraw from…
Scientists Document the Effects of Space Travel on the Human Brain
A new NASA-funded study reveals that astronauts on missions of at least six months experience significant expansion of their brain ventricles due to microgravity. This…
Prominent Iranian-American Scientist Passes Away; Firouz Naderi Dies at 77
Firouz Naderi, a prominent Iranian-American scientist and former NASA director, passed away at 77 due to complications from a recent injury. He was known for…
Sudan Designates UN Envoy as 'Unwelcome Element'
Sudan's Foreign Ministry has declared the UN envoy an 'unwelcome element' following accusations of bias from army leader General Burhan. This comes amid ongoing violent…
Explosion in Northern Afghanistan Leaves at Least 11 Dead
An explosion in a mosque in northern Afghanistan during a Taliban deputy governor's funeral killed at least 11 people and injured over 30. The Islamic…
Hollywood on the Brink of Strike; Sheila Oummi: Artificial Intelligence Threatens Actors' Job Security
The American Actors Guild is poised to strike if negotiations with major studios fail by June 30, with nearly 98% of participating members voting in…
Fire in Khartoum; Clashes Over Control of Arms Factory Continue
A military complex in Khartoum caught fire amid ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces over control of an arms factory.…
Senior American Senator Calls for Increased Efforts to Address Consequences of Fires in Canada
Senator Chuck Schumer has called for increased U.S. efforts to combat air pollution from wildfires in Canada, urging for doubled relief forces. The wildfires have…
Destruction of Dam in Ukraine; 600 Square Kilometers of Kherson Region Submerged
The Kakhovka Dam in southern Ukraine has been destroyed, leading to severe flooding that has submerged 600 square kilometers in the Kherson region and forced…
Blinken: The U.S. Will Provide $150 Million in Aid to Iraqis and Syrians
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced a $150 million aid package for areas in Syria and Iraq liberated from ISIS during a conference in…
Construction of Two Nuclear Power Plants Begins in Bushehr
The governor of Bushehr announced the start of construction for two new nuclear power plants in the province, totaling 3600 megawatts, designed by Iranian engineers.…
Israeli Foreign Minister Says We Will Not Allow Iran to Become the Second North Korea
Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen, during a visit to South Korea, stated that Israel will not permit Iran to develop nuclear weapons like North Korea.…
Minister of Labor Opposes Wage Increase: 'I Did Not Promise'
Minister Solat Mortazavi stated that the government will not adjust workers' wages in response to inflation changes, despite previous commitments. Labor activists are demanding a…
Reza Koushkinajad, former Army member, arrested again at Mansoureh Sagvand's funeral
Reza Koushkinajad, a former army member dismissed for supporting protests, was arrested again during a funeral. His brother reported the arrest, stating no prior notice…
Nikki Haley Criticizes Trump and DeSantis on U.S. Foreign Policy Views
Nikki Haley criticized both Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis for their foreign policy stances regarding Ukraine, asserting that they do not support Ukraine's victory against…
Mike Pence Enters Republican Primary Race for 2024 Election
Mike Pence has officially entered the Republican primary race for the 2024 presidential election, challenging Donald Trump. Other candidates include Tim Scott, Nikki Haley, and…
Complaint Against the Government Over Salary Reductions for Some Employees
Healthcare workers have filed a complaint against the Iranian government for reducing salaries based on a misinterpretation of budget laws. This issue highlights widespread dissatisfaction…
Half a Million People Protest Against the Government in Poland: Concerns Over a New Law
Half a million people protested in Warsaw against a new law perceived to threaten democracy, with key figures like Donald Tusk and Lech Walesa in…
A Senior Financial Manager Nominated for the Presidency of Lebanon by Parliament
The Lebanese parliament has nominated Jihad Azour for the presidency following the end of Michel Aoun's term amid ongoing financial crises and political instability. Azour's…
For the First Time, an Iranian Woman Wins World Taekwondo Gold
Nahid Kiani has made history by becoming the first Iranian woman to win a gold medal in taekwondo at the World Championships. This achievement highlights…
Release of the Album 'Being' by Siavash Behbahani; Describing a 'Turbulent Society on the Brink of Explosion'
Siavash Behbahani has released his new album 'Being', which features experimental and socially conscious music. The album reflects the current turbulent social conditions in Iran…
Slow Reconstruction of Historical Sites Damaged by War in Syria
The reconstruction of historical sites in Syria, particularly Palmyra, is progressing slowly due to security issues, landmines, and funding shortages. Yusuf Kanjo, a former museum…
The Wedding Ceremony of the Crown Prince of Jordan Highlights the Country's Role as a Steadfast Ally of the West
Prince Hussein of Jordan married Rajwa Al-Saif, highlighting Jordan's role as a key ally of the West. The wedding is seen as a step towards…
Olivier Vandecasteele after returning to Belgium: Let's strive for the freedom of other hostages
Olivier Vandecasteele, a Belgian aid worker imprisoned in Iran, has returned to Belgium after being exchanged for Assadollah Assadi. He expressed gratitude for the support…