Securities and Exchange Commission
August 2016
Security Forces Arrest the Sister of Sattar Beheshti
Sattar Beheshti's sister was arrested during a ceremony commemorating his birthday, alongside her husband and another participant. Security forces disrupted the event, highlighting ongoing repression…
Kerry: Some Details of the New Ceasefire Plan in Syria Need to Be Clarified
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the re-establishment of a ceasefire in Syria, identifying a clear path forward…
The Crackdown on Gulen Supporters Has Gone Astray
The Turkish government announced a mass pardon for 33,000 prisoners, primarily due to the overcrowding of prisons and the ongoing crackdown on supporters of Fethullah…
Two American Senators: Obama Administration Should Explain Details of $400 Million Payment to Iran
Republican Senators Ted Cruz and Mike Lee have demanded an explanation from the Obama administration regarding a $400 million cash payment to Iran, linking it…
Brazil Arrests Two Suspects of 'Terrorist Activities' in Rio
Brazilian authorities have arrested two suspects linked to potential terrorist activities during the Rio Olympics, following earlier arrests of 12 individuals suspected of ties to…
At least 13 killed in clashes and explosions in Turkey
At least 13 people have been killed in Turkey due to recent clashes and explosions attributed to the PKK. The attacks come amid heightened tensions…
Clinton Accuses Trump of Inciting Violence
Hillary Clinton accused Donald Trump of inciting violence with his remarks about gun rights supporters during a campaign rally. Trump's comments have drawn criticism from…
Republican Senators Demand Details on Cash Payment to Iran
Three Republican senators have requested details from Secretary of State John Kerry regarding a $400 million cash payment to Iran, alleging it may be linked…
Families of Two Victims of Benghazi Incident Sue Clinton
Families of Sean Smith and Tyrone Woods, victims of the Benghazi attack, have sued Hillary Clinton, blaming her for their deaths due to her use…
Iranian Television Apologizes for Broadcasting 'Archival Execution Images'
Iranian state television apologized after airing archival execution images during a news segment about concert cancellations in Mashhad. The incident drew widespread criticism on social…
Failed Coup in Turkey; Ruling Party Undertakes 'Cleansing'
The Turkish ruling party is purging members linked to Fethullah Gülen following the failed coup attempt on July 15, amid rising tensions with Western allies.…
Syrian Opponents: Assad's Government Used Chemical Gas in Attack on City
Syrian opposition groups accuse the Assad government of using chemical weapons in an attack on Saraqib, resulting in multiple casualties. The situation highlights the ongoing…