Securities and Exchange Commission
January 2019
Mike Pence to Represent the U.S. at the Warsaw Summit
The U.S. announced that Vice President Mike Pence will attend the Warsaw Summit focused on Middle East peace, which Iran perceives as an anti-Iran meeting.…
Trump Describes U.S. Intelligence Agencies' Assessment of Iran as Naive
President Trump publicly criticized U.S. intelligence agencies for their assessment of Iran, calling them naive and wrong about the threat posed by Tehran. This marks…
Meeting with Amir Salar Davoodi
Amir Salar Davoodi, a lawyer known for defending political prisoners in Iran, has been arrested and imprisoned without access to his family or legal representation.…
Washington Post: Russia Secretly Offered to Build Nuclear Power Plant for North Korea
The Washington Post reports that Russia secretly proposed to North Korea to build a nuclear power plant in exchange for denuclearization. This proposal was made…
U.S. Officials Report 'Significant Progress' in Talks with Taliban
U.S. officials report significant progress in negotiations with the Taliban regarding peace in Afghanistan, including potential agreements for the withdrawal of U.S. forces. Zalmay Khalilzad,…
American Citizen Detained in Iran Has 'Cancer Illness'
Michael White, an American citizen imprisoned in Iran, is reported to have a relapsed cancer condition, prompting his mother to call for his release. The…
21 Lawyers: The Investigation into the Torture Case by the Prosecutor of Shush is Illegal
Twenty-one lawyers have declared the investigation by the prosecutor of Shush into Ismail Bakshi's torture complaint as illegal, arguing that the prosecutor cannot act impartially.…
White House: Second Meeting Between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un Scheduled for Late February
The White House announced a second summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un is set for late February, following a meeting with North Korean…
German Diplomat: Iran Damages Itself by Spying in Europe
Wolfgang Ischinger, a German diplomat, criticized Iran for its espionage activities in Europe, which he claims undermine the JCPOA. He emphasized that Europe should not…
Response of the Palestinian Authority to Unverified Report on Trump's 'Deal of the Century'
An Israeli television report claims that Trump's peace plan offers a limited Palestinian state and divides Jerusalem, leading to strong opposition from the Palestinian Authority,…
Pelosi Calls for Delay of Trump's Annual Address to Congress
Nancy Pelosi has requested that Donald Trump delay his upcoming State of the Union address due to security concerns stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.…
Erdogan: Five American Soldiers Killed in Manbij Explosion
A suicide bombing in Manbij, Syria, killed 20 people, including five American soldiers, according to Turkish President Erdogan. This incident marks the deadliest event for…
At least 15 killed in Al-Shabaab attack on hotel in Kenya's capital
An attack by Al-Shabaab on a luxury hotel in Nairobi, Kenya, resulted in at least 15 deaths, including foreign nationals. The incident highlights ongoing security…
Pompeo: Iran is Seeking Threatening Advanced Missile Capabilities
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized Iran's satellite launch, claiming it indicates Iran's pursuit of advanced missile capabilities that threaten global security. Israeli Prime…
Is It Possible to Eavesdrop Through Iranian Applications?
The article discusses concerns among Iranian users regarding government access to their data through local applications like Snapp and Tap30. It highlights the risks of…
Trump: I discussed fighting ISIS and a safe zone with Erdogan
Donald Trump spoke with Turkish President Erdogan about combating ISIS and establishing a 20-mile safe zone in northern Syria. Trump warned that Turkey would face…
Turkey's Reaction to Trump's Warning About Attacking Kurds: We Are Not Afraid of Threats
Turkey's Foreign Minister responded defiantly to Trump's warning about economic consequences if Turkey attacks Kurdish militants, asserting Turkey's lack of fear towards such threats. The…
U.S.-Led Coalition: Withdrawal of Forces from Syria Has Begun
The U.S. has begun withdrawing troops from Syria, a move that has sparked confusion among officials and led to the resignation of Defense Secretary Jim…
The Start of Nicolas Maduro's Second Presidential Term Amidst Intensifying Crisis in Venezuela
Nicolas Maduro has officially started his second presidential term amidst international calls for his resignation and severe economic crisis in Venezuela. Despite declining popularity and…
Rod Rosenstein, Deputy Attorney General of the U.S., to Resign
Rod Rosenstein, the U.S. Deputy Attorney General overseeing the Russia investigation, is set to resign as a new attorney general is appointed by Donald Trump.…
James Jeffrey Appointed U.S. Special Representative in Global Coalition Against ISIS
James Jeffrey has been appointed as the U.S. Special Representative in the global coalition against ISIS while continuing his role as the U.S. envoy for…
A Former Democratic Senator Among Options for U.S. Secretary of Defense
Donald Trump is considering Jim Webb, a former Democratic senator, for the role of Secretary of Defense following James Mattis's resignation. This comes amid ongoing…
Trial of Khashoggi Murder Suspects Begins; Prosecutor Requests Death Penalty for Five
The trial of suspects in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi has commenced in Riyadh, with the Saudi prosecutor seeking the death penalty for five individuals.…
New Brazilian President Sworn In
Jair Bolsonaro was sworn in as Brazil's new president, promising to tackle corruption, crime, and economic issues while distancing Brazil from developing nations and aligning…
Continued Shutdown of the U.S. Government; Trump Invites Congressional Leaders to the White House
The U.S. government remains shut down due to budget disagreements over funding for a border wall. President Trump has invited congressional leaders to discuss border…