October 2017
Eight Killed in Vehicle Attack on Pedestrians and Cyclists in New York
A pickup truck attack in Manhattan, New York, resulted in the deaths of at least eight people and injuries to eleven others. The driver, a…
Barzani Criticizes Lack of International Support for Kurdistan Independence Referendum
Masoud Barzani criticized the lack of international support, particularly from the U.S., for the Kurdistan independence referendum. He highlighted the betrayal by rival Kurdish groups…
Hundreds of Thousands Demonstrate in Barcelona in Support of Spain's Unity
Hundreds of thousands demonstrated in Barcelona in support of Spain's unity, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the Spanish government and Catalonia's separatist movement. The Spanish…
Kurdistan Region: Agreement Between Iraqi Forces and Peshmerga for Ceasefire
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq announced a ceasefire agreement between Iraqi forces and Kurdish Peshmerga to halt fighting in northern Iraq, although details remain unclear.…
Why Did Holden Automotive Shut Down?
The Holden automotive brand has shut down permanently due to changing consumer preferences, high production costs, and increased competition from Asian and Chinese automakers. This…
US Navy Rescues Iranian Fishermen from Pirate Attack
The US Navy, with the help of the Japanese Navy, rescued Iranian fishermen from a pirate attack in the waters south of Yemen after a…
The Kurdistan Regional Government Suspends Independence Referendum Results
The Kurdistan Regional Government has suspended the results of its independence referendum to ease tensions with the Iraqi central government, proposing a ceasefire and dialogue.…
The Passing of Ebrahim Ashtiani, a Star in Asian Football History
Ebrahim Ashtiani, a legendary figure in Iranian and Asian football, passed away at the age of 71 due to a lung illness. His contributions to…
Tillerson: Space for Moderate Taliban Elements in Afghan Government is Available
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson stated that moderate Taliban elements can join the Afghan government if they renounce violence and commit to peace. He…
Trump: The Liberation of Raqqa is a Significant Advancement in the Global Campaign Against ISIS
Donald Trump announced the liberation of Raqqa from ISIS as a significant step in the global fight against the group. The Syrian Democratic Forces, supported…
Raqqa Completely Cleared of ISIS
Syrian Democratic Forces, backed by the U.S., have declared complete victory over ISIS in Raqqa, handing control to local leaders. This marks a significant milestone…
Representative of Ayatollah Sistani Calls on Iraqi Government to Protect Kurdish People
Ayatollah Sistani's representative called on the Iraqi government to protect the Kurdish people amid advancing central government forces in Kirkuk, leading to mass Kurdish displacement.…
Kurdistan Region Officials: 100,000 People Have Fled Kirkuk
Following the central government's takeover of Kirkuk, nearly 100,000 Kurds have fled the city, which has been a point of contention between the Kurdistan Region…
Federal Judge in Maryland Halts Trump's New Immigration Order
A federal judge in Maryland has blocked significant parts of Trump's third immigration order, which restricts entry from several Muslim countries and North Korea, allowing…
Artificial Intelligence and Google's New Products
Google has launched a new series of hardware products, prominently featuring the Pixel 2 phone, which aims to compete with the likes of Samsung's Galaxy…
Iraqi Forces Take Control of Kirkuk
Iraqi government forces have taken control of Kirkuk in response to a Kurdish independence referendum, altering the regional power dynamics. The operation has led to…
The 'Final' Battle of US-Supported Forces to Retake Raqqa is Underway
US-backed Syrian Kurdish forces are engaged in the final battle to reclaim Raqqa from ISIS, which has lost significant territory over the past year. The…
Hamas Announces Political Reconciliation Agreement with Fatah Movement
Hamas announced a political reconciliation agreement with Fatah during talks in Egypt, with details to be revealed in a press conference. This agreement aims to…
From Bikini Controversy to Escaped Robot
This article discusses various social and political issues in Iran, including the resistance to raising the marriage age, the Fajr Festival budget changes, and humorous…
Catalan Leaders: We Are Not Seeking a Bitter Separation from Madrid
Catalan leaders assert their right to independence following a controversial referendum, which the Spanish government deemed illegal. Despite police violence and injuries, Catalonia's government seeks…
Winfried Schäfer Appointed as Head Coach of Esteghlal
Winfried Schäfer has been appointed as the new head coach of Esteghlal Tehran, succeeding Alireza Mansourian. Schäfer, a seasoned coach with extensive international experience, aims…
Madrid Threatens to Suspend Catalonia's Regional Government Activities
Spain's central government threatens to suspend Catalonia's autonomy if it declares independence following a controversial referendum. Catalonia claims that 90% of voters supported independence despite…
Catalonia Takes Police Response to Protesters to International Courts
The Catalonia local government announced plans to take Spain to international courts over police violence against protesters during an independence referendum, which resulted in hundreds…
Palestinian Media: Hamas Transfers Control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority
Hamas is transferring control of Gaza to the Palestinian Authority, marking a significant political shift after a decade of conflict. Prime Minister Rami Hamdallah and…
Catalonia Officials Report Dozens of Injuries Following Sunday Clashes
Catalonia officials reported over 90 injuries following clashes between police and pro-independence protesters during a referendum attempt. The Spanish government has declared the referendum illegal…