January 2018
Significant Increase in Tourism Revenue; Turkey Hosts 2.5 Million Iranians
Turkey's tourism sector has seen a significant boost, with over 32 million foreign tourists visiting in 2017, including 2.5 million Iranians. This increase in tourism…
At least 350 people arrested during protests against Russia's election
Protests against the Russian presidential election led to the arrest of nearly 350 individuals, including opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The protests were organized to boycott…
Special Committee Investigating Russian Interference in US Elections Summons CIA Director
Mark Pompeo, CIA Director, has been questioned by a special committee investigating Russian interference in the US elections, following similar inquiries with Attorney General Jeff…
Jeff Sessions Questioned in Russia's Interference in the US Presidential Election
Jeff Sessions was questioned by the team investigating Russian interference in the 2016 US presidential election, marking the first time a Trump cabinet member has…
Serbia and Montenegro Could Join the European Union by 2025
Serbia and Montenegro are projected to be ready for EU membership by 2025, alongside other Western Balkan nations. This initiative aims to revitalize the EU…
Russian Officials' Efforts to Shut Down Main Financial Campaign Supporting Putin Critic
The Russian Ministry of Justice is attempting to shut down the financial campaign supporting opposition leader Alexei Navalny ahead of the presidential elections. Navalny, despite…
Presidential Elections in Egypt to Be Held in April Next Year
Egypt's presidential elections are scheduled for April 6-8, 2024, with current President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi expected to run for a second term. His main rival,…
Dozens Killed and Injured in Car Bomb Explosion in Idlib, Syria
A car bomb explosion in Idlib, Syria, has resulted in 23 deaths and numerous injuries, targeting an opposition group's headquarters. The attack's responsibility remains unclaimed,…
Russia's Supreme Court Confirms Ineligibility Ruling Against Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny
The Russian Supreme Court has upheld a ruling that bars opposition leader Alexei Navalny from running in presidential elections, citing his criminal conviction. Navalny claims…
UN Calls for Investigation into Deaths and Respect for Rights of Detainees in Protests
The UN has called for an investigation into the treatment of detainees during recent protests in Iran, where at least 1,700 individuals have been arrested.…