Securities and Exchange Commission
May 2023
The U.S. Condemns North Korea's Launch of a 'Satellite Launch Vehicle'
The U.S. condemned North Korea's satellite launch as a violation of UN resolutions, urging Pyongyang to stop its provocations. North Korea had announced plans for…
Kyiv Mayor: Several Explosions Shake the Capital of Ukraine
Several explosions were reported in Kyiv, Ukraine, as air defense systems engaged aerial targets. This incident follows Ukraine's recent claim of downing Iranian-made drones used…
Abdolfazl Amirataei, 16-Year-Old Protester, Finally Passed Away After 8 Months of Hardship
Abdolfazl Amirataei, a 16-year-old protester who suffered severe injuries from a tear gas canister during protests, has died after months in a coma. His case…
Argument Between Aliyev and Pashinyan in Front of Putin
Azerbaijan and Armenia's leaders argued over territorial disputes regarding Nagorno-Karabakh in front of Russian President Putin. The discussion highlighted ongoing tensions, particularly over the Lachin…
Exclusive to Voice of America: Training of Ukrainian Forces for Use of Abrams Tanks to Begin in a Few Days
The U.S. is set to begin training Ukrainian forces on Abrams tanks in about a week, with 250 troops traveling to Germany for the program.…
US-Led Maritime Security Coalition: A New 'Strike Group' is Formed in the Middle East
The US-led maritime security coalition has formed a new 'Combined Task Force' in the Middle East to enhance naval capabilities and training among allied forces.…
Pashinyan: Armenia 'conditionally' recognizes Nagorno-Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan
Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that Armenia is willing to conditionally recognize Nagorno-Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan if the rights of the Armenian population…
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Warns Illegal Immigrants
The U.S. has ended Title 42, which previously allowed for the expulsion of migrants due to COVID-19. Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas warned that strict immigration laws…
Fact-Checking | Putin: The Victimhood of a War Criminal Under Pursuit
Vladimir Putin characterized Russia as a victim in the Ukraine war during a Victory Day speech, despite ongoing war crimes accusations against him. Analysts suggest…
Annual 'Freedom House' Award Given to Women of Iran: The Global Community Must Stand with Iranians
Freedom House awarded its 2023 prize to Iranian women and Vladimir Kara-Murza for their commitment to democracy and human rights. The ceremony highlighted the ongoing…
U.S. Secretary of State: Women and Girls in Iran Are Pursuing Their Fundamental Rights Despite Repression
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted the ongoing struggle of Iranian women and girls for their rights during a speech at the Freedom House…
United States: Russia has suffered 100,000 casualties in Ukraine over 5 months
The U.S. estimates that Russia has incurred 100,000 casualties in Ukraine over the last five months, primarily in the Bakhmut region, where both sides have…