December 2023
Argentinian Labor Unions Protest Javier Milei's Economic Policies
Labor unions in Argentina are protesting against President Javier Milei's economic policies, which include cutting worker benefits and deregulation. The unions have legally challenged his…
60% Decrease in Saffron Production in Iran
Iran's saffron production has decreased by 40-60% despite rising prices, primarily due to inflation and lack of support for farmers. Ali Hosseini Gazdar of the…
Warning from Deputy Minister of Roads: We have 2.7 million buildings that will collapse with 'any force'
The Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development has warned that over 2.7 million buildings in Iran are unstable and could collapse under any force.…
Access to Treatment Becomes More Expensive; Health Ministry Proposes 45% Increase in Medical Tariffs
The Iranian Health Ministry has proposed a 45% increase in medical tariffs amidst rising inflation and declining purchasing power, which has made healthcare increasingly unaffordable…
Statement by 170 Political Activists Criticizing the Priority of 'Mandatory Hijab' and Emphasizing the Necessity of 'Separation' of Religion and Government
170 political activists in Iran criticized the government's focus on enforcing mandatory hijab while ignoring severe social issues like poverty and unemployment. They called for…
Growing Concerns in Europe; Belarus Claims Deployment of Russian Nuclear Weapons Completed
Belarus has completed the deployment of Russian tactical nuclear weapons, raising concerns in Eastern Europe, particularly regarding Poland. The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Belarusian…
Accusation: Propaganda Against the Regime; Yasser Rahmani-Rad Summoned to Court
Yasser Rahmani-Rad, a doctor detained during protests for aiding injured protesters, has been summoned to court on charges of propaganda against the regime. He asserts…
Dontsova Disqualified by Russian Election Commission; Anti-War Journalist Who Wanted to Compete with Putin
Ekaterina Dontsova, an anti-war journalist, was disqualified from running against Putin in the upcoming presidential election due to alleged deficiencies in her application. Critics argue…
Vin Diesel Accused of 'Sexual Assault' by Former Assistant
Vin Diesel is facing a lawsuit from his former assistant, Stah Jonason, who alleges he sexually assaulted her while they worked on 'Fast & Furious…
The Killing of a Leader of 'Al-Shabaab' by American and Somali Forces
American and Somali forces killed a senior Al-Shabaab leader, Ayman, who was responsible for numerous attacks in Somalia and Kenya. His death is significant as…
Jazmourian; A Swamp That Became a Desert
The Jazmourian swamp in southern Kerman has completely dried up, transforming into a desert due to unprecedented drought conditions in the region. This situation reflects…
Ukraine's Plan to Produce 'One Million' Reconnaissance Drones
Ukraine plans to produce over one million reconnaissance drones and thousands of attack drones in 2024, aiming to enhance its military capabilities and reduce reliance…
Swedish Appeals Court Confirms Life Sentence for Hamid Nouri
The Swedish appeals court has upheld the life sentence of Hamid Nouri for his role in the mass execution of political prisoners in the 1980s.…
Israel Did Not Renew UN Representative's Visa; Hastings Forced to Leave Palestinian Territories
Lynn Hastings, the UN humanitarian coordinator in Palestinian territories, was forced to leave after Israel did not renew her visa, citing UN bias. This situation…
World Migrants Day; Blinken: The U.S. has resettled more refugees than any other country
On World Migrants Day, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted the U.S. commitment to resettling refugees and promoting safe migration. The U.S. has resettled…
Lloyd Austin Emphasizes America's 'Ironclad' Commitment to Israel
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visited Israel to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza and reaffirm America's commitment to Israel. He emphasized the need…
Kayhan Newspaper Calls for Action Against Molavi Abdulhamid Following Attack on Police Station in Rask
Kayhan newspaper has called for action against Molavi Abdulhamid, linking him to a recent armed attack by Jaish al-Adl on a police station in Rask,…
An Economic Media Report; Generation Z Has Passed Beyond 'Brand Iran'
An Iranian economic weekly reports that Generation Z has little attachment to Iranian brands, indicating a shift in consumer preferences that could impact the economy.…
Continued Uncertainty Surrounding Alexei Navalny, Putin's Imprisoned Critic
Alexei Navalny's allies are worried about his uncertain status and potential transfer to a more restrictive prison facility as he serves an extended sentence. His…
Israel: Sea Water Pumping Test into Tunnels Successful; Hamas: Our Tunnels are Waterproof
The Israeli army claims a successful test of pumping sea water into Hamas tunnels, while Hamas insists their tunnels are waterproof. This situation highlights ongoing…
Armed Attack in Rask County, Sistan and Baluchestan; 12 Law Enforcement Officers Killed
An armed attack in Rask County, Sistan and Baluchestan resulted in the deaths of 12 law enforcement officers and injuries to several others. The group…
U.S. Congress Approves $886 Billion Defense Budget
The U.S. Congress has approved an $886 billion defense budget, which includes military funding and assistance to Ukraine. The bill received bipartisan support but has…
Cutting Down Dozens of Trees in Chitgar Forest Park; Environmental Activists: Result of 'Systematic Intent'
Environmental activists are condemning the systematic cutting down of trees in Chitgar Forest Park, attributing it to broader issues of urban development and neglect. Reports…
Climate Change Conference in Dubai Faces Serious Obstacles; Talks for Final Agreement Continue on Wednesday
The 28th Climate Change Conference in Dubai has faced delays in finalizing its resolution due to disagreements over fossil fuel phase-out, with significant opposition from…
Biden and Zelensky Reject Claims of Ukrainian Counteroffensive Failure, Acknowledge Achievements
U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a press conference to highlight Ukraine's battlefield successes and reject claims of a failed counteroffensive…
Two White House Officials: Biden to Meet with Families of American Hostages
President Biden is scheduled to meet with the families of American hostages taken by Hamas during the October 7 attack. This meeting highlights the U.S.…
Government Forces Attack Two Religious Schools in Zahedan; Dar al-Uloom Teachers: 'Violation of Sanctity'
Government forces attacked two religious schools in Zahedan, detaining dozens of students, which the Society of Teachers of Dar al-Uloom condemned as a violation of…
Taliban: Iran Has Expelled 350,000 Afghan Nationals in Three Months
The Taliban reports that Iran has expelled approximately 345,000 undocumented Afghan nationals in the last three months, contributing to a total of 850,000 forced returns…
The Result of the Islamic Republic's 'Anti-Women' Policies: Increase in Women's Migration
The article discusses the rising trend of women's migration from Iran, highlighting that over half of Iranian migrants in Canada, Finland, and Australia are women.…
Oberlin College to VOA: Jafar Mahalati on 'Indefinite Leave' Since December 7
Oberlin College has placed Mohammad Jafar Mahalati, former Iranian ambassador to the UN, on indefinite leave amid allegations of sexual harassment and anti-Semitic remarks. The…
Zelensky Cancels Virtual Meeting with U.S. Congress Members
Ukrainian President Zelensky canceled a virtual meeting with U.S. Congress members aimed at securing military aid amid ongoing Russian aggression. The cancellation complicates the Biden…
180 Trucks of Humanitarian Aid Enter Gaza with Coordination from the U.S. and Egypt
On Monday, 180 trucks of humanitarian aid entered Gaza, coordinated by the U.S. and Egypt, amid ongoing Israeli military operations. This aid is crucial for…
Parliament Agrees; Formation of Ministry of Commerce, Perhaps Another Time
The Iranian parliament has agreed to suspend the establishment of the Ministry of Commerce for six months, citing concerns about maintaining the integrity of industry…
Iran's Reform Front Calls for Recognition of Women's Right to Choose Their Attire
The Reform Front of Iran has called for the recognition of women's right to choose their attire, criticizing the government's enforcement of mandatory hijab as…
Increase in Respiratory Diseases in China, Iran, and Other Countries; Dr. Attari: We Are Not Facing a New Virus
The WHO has reported no unusual pathogens despite an increase in respiratory diseases in China and Iran, with Dr. Attari stating that the rise is…
House of Representatives Votes to Expel Santos, Republican Representative from New York
The U.S. House of Representatives expelled George Santos for corruption and campaign finance violations. Despite opposition from House Speaker Mike Johnson, the expulsion passed overwhelmingly.…