December 2015
Close Advisor to North Korean Leader Killed in Accident
Kim Yong-gan, a close advisor to North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, was killed in a traffic accident, prompting a formal funeral. His death is notable…
ISIS Administrative Center in Ramadi Under Complete Siege
Iraqi forces have completely surrounded the ISIS administrative center in Ramadi and are preparing to enter, with reports indicating that ISIS fighters have fled. The…
The Operation to Retake Ramadi Continues Slowly
The Iraqi army's operation to retake Ramadi from ISIS is progressing slowly, despite initial expectations for a quick capture. The city remains a stronghold for…
Female Clerics in Iran Suffer from Food Poverty
Female clerics in Iran are facing severe food poverty and insufficient support from their seminaries, as highlighted by Mahmoudreza Jamshidi. With over 60,000 women studying…
Increase in Iraqi Army Casualties in the 'Liberation' Operation of Ramadi
Iraqi army forces are facing increased casualties in the ongoing 'liberation' operation of Ramadi from 'Islamic State' militants, with at least 16 soldiers killed in…
Ministry of Health: Deaths from Influenza in Tehran Not Yet Confirmed
The Iranian Ministry of Health has stated that recent reports of deaths in Tehran possibly linked to swine flu are not yet confirmed. Officials emphasize…
Interior Minister Reports 'Red Security Status' in 10 Electoral Districts
Iran's Interior Minister Abdulreza Rahmani Fazli announced that 10 electoral districts are in a 'red security status' due to regional conditions and ethnic disputes. He…
First Death from Influenza in Khuzestan Province
A person has died from influenza in Khuzestan Province, marking the first reported death from the virus in the area. Health officials report a total…
Sistan and Baluchestan Leads in Under-15 Marriages
Sistan and Baluchestan province has the highest rate of marriages under 15 in Iran, with local reports highlighting cultural and economic factors contributing to this…
Ministry of Health: Swine Flu Reported in Most Provinces
Iran's Ministry of Health reports 57 deaths from swine flu (H1N1) across the country, with cases in most provinces. The health official emphasizes that the…
Turkey Withdraws Some Troops from Base in Northern Iraq
Turkey has begun withdrawing some of its troops from a base in northern Iraq following Iraq's demand for an immediate exit. This move comes amidst…
Germany Rejects Request to Increase Assistance in the Fight Against ISIS
Germany has rejected a U.S. request to increase military assistance in the fight against ISIS, stating it has fulfilled its obligations. This decision comes after…
Arrest of Two Syrian Nationals in Switzerland on Charges of Manufacturing Explosives
Two Syrian nationals were arrested in Switzerland for allegedly manufacturing and transporting explosives and toxic gases. Their arrest comes amid heightened terrorist threats in Geneva,…
Iraq Complains to the United Nations Against Turkey
Iraq's Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has instructed the Foreign Minister to file a complaint against Turkey at the UN after Erdogan declared that Turkish troops…
An Iranian-American Doctor Who Alone Went to Help the Injured in San Bernardino
Dr. Michael Niki, an Iranian-American emergency physician, provided critical assistance to victims during the San Bernardino shooting, showcasing his expertise in treating severe military-style wounds.…
The Car Controlled by Brain Waves
Chinese researchers in Tianjin have developed the first car that can be controlled solely by brain waves, using a system of sensors and a computer…
Reasons for the Spread of Swine Flu Discussed with an Epidemiology Expert
The H1N1 swine flu virus has resulted in at least 33 deaths in Iran, with warnings from health officials about its spread in several provinces.…
20 Deaths in Iran Due to Influenza Infection
Twenty people have died in Iran due to influenza, with health officials confirming 65 cases of the virus. The Deputy Minister of Health emphasizes the…
Iran Criticizes Turkey's Military Presence in Iraq
Iran has criticized Turkey's military presence in Iraq, labeling it as a violation of regional security and calling for coordination with the Iraqi government. The…
FBI: California Shooting Was a Terrorist Act
The FBI has classified the recent California shooting, which resulted in 14 deaths, as a terrorist act. The attackers, Syed Rizwan Farook and Tashfeen Malik,…
Greece Seeks European Help for Border Control and Refugees
Greece has requested assistance from the European Union to manage its borders and care for refugees amid pressure and potential exclusion from the Schengen area.…
Iraq Criticizes Tehran Over 'Illegal Influx' of Iranian Pilgrims
The Iraqi Ministry of Interior has criticized Iran for the illegal entry of tens of thousands of Iranian pilgrims without visas, leading to clashes at…