May 2016
The Entry of a Third Party into the U.S. Presidential Election Campaign
The Libertarian Party has officially entered the U.S. presidential election campaign, nominating Gary Johnson and William Weld as its candidates. Analysts believe their chances of…
Three Dead and Injured Following Shooting by 'Assailants' in Zahedan
In Zahedan, two armed assailants killed two agricultural workers and injured another in a shooting incident. The motive remains unclear, but disputes over water and…
Deteriorating Humanitarian Situation in Fallujah and Severe Shortages of Water and Food
The humanitarian crisis in Fallujah is worsening due to intensified attacks by Iraqi forces against ISIS, trapping nearly fifty thousand civilians without access to basic…
Iraqi Forces Enter Fallujah
The Iraqi army has launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS militants, with significant military support and reports of civilian casualties in Baghdad. The…
Hundreds of Migrants Have Disappeared in the Mediterranean Last Week
In the past week, over 700 migrants are believed to have drowned in the Mediterranean while attempting to reach Europe, with many coming from Somalia,…
Emergence of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria in the U.S.
A woman in Pennsylvania has been infected with an antibiotic-resistant strain of E. coli, marking the first reported case in the U.S. Health officials are…
Rio 2016 Qualifiers: Iran Volleyball Team Defeats Canada
The Iranian volleyball team defeated Canada 3-2 in the Rio 2016 Olympic qualifiers, overcoming an initial two-set deficit. This victory places Iran at the top…
UN: Syria Prevents Humanitarian Aid to the Besieged
The UN has reported that the Syrian government is obstructing humanitarian aid to over half a million civilians in besieged areas, with only a fraction…
Saudi Man Shoots Doctor Assisting His Wife in Labor
A Saudi man shot a Jordanian doctor who assisted his wife during childbirth, severely injuring him. The incident highlights the extreme gender segregation laws in…
Casualties of the Syrian Civil War Exceed 280,000
The Syrian civil war has resulted in over 280,000 deaths, with significant civilian casualties, including thousands of children and women. The United Nations warns of…
Italy Rescues Dozens of Refugees from Mediterranean Waters for Two Consecutive Days
Italy has rescued dozens of refugees from the Mediterranean after a boat capsized, with the Libyan coast guard also recovering bodies and conducting rescue operations.…
Kaboudvand's Court Appearance with the Help of Prison Officers
Mohammad Sadegh Kaboudvand, a human rights activist and journalist, is in critical condition after a 17-day hunger strike protesting his imprisonment and charges against him.…
Greece Begins Evacuating Thousands of Refugees from Idomeni Camp
Greece has commenced the evacuation of thousands of refugees from the Idomeni camp, aiming to relocate them to other centers amid deteriorating living conditions. The…
Khamenei Calls for Resolution of Water Issues Between Iran and Afghanistan
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei emphasized the need to resolve water disputes with Afghanistan during meetings with Afghan President Ghani and Indian Prime Minister Modi.…
Syrian Activists: Government's Strategy for Seizing Daraya is 'Surrender or Die'
The Syrian government continues to refuse humanitarian aid to the besieged city of Daraya, insisting on a strategy of 'surrender or die'. Activists report a…
How Much Do We Know About Genetically Modified Products?
The article discusses the implications of genetically modified (GM) products in Iran, highlighting both the potential benefits and serious health and environmental concerns. Dr. Khadijeh…
Protests Against 'Hundreds of Millions' Salary Slips in the Ministry of Health
The Deputy of the Nursing System Organization in Iran has criticized the high salaries in the Ministry of Health, claiming some officials earn between 200…
Response of Education Department of Khorasan Razavi to the Suicide of a 12-Year-Old Girl
The Education Department of Khorasan Razavi has denied claims that a 12-year-old girl who committed suicide was expelled from school, stating she was not expelled.…
Paris-Cairo Flight Disappears in Egyptian Airspace
An EgyptAir flight from Paris to Cairo with 66 passengers has disappeared from radar while entering Egyptian airspace. The Egyptian military and Greek units are…
Governor of Rigan: 80 Villages in Kerman Province at Risk of Destruction
The governor of Rigan has reported that 16 villages in Kerman Province are now uninhabitable due to sand encroachment, with 80 more villages at risk.…
ISIS Suicide Attack on Baghdad Gas Refinery
A suicide attack by ISIS on a gas refinery in Taji, north of Baghdad, resulted in at least 11 deaths and 21 injuries. The attack…
General Wolski: ISIS is Just Buying Time in Iraq
General Gary Wolski of the U.S. military reports that ISIS is losing ground in Iraq, with its ability to conduct large-scale attacks significantly diminished. This…
Everyone in Iran Talks About Corruption
Iranian officials, including Ali Larijani and Ayatollah Khamenei, have reiterated the need to combat widespread corruption and smuggling during a police conference. Analysts suggest that…
Ayatollah Khamenei: The Police Should Ignore Opposition from Individuals and Media in the Moral Security Plan
Ayatollah Khamenei has instructed police to ignore opposition to the moral security plan, emphasizing the need for strict enforcement against social norms violations. This comes…
Firoozabadi Calls Opponents of 'Invisible Patrols' 'Promoters of Licentiousness'
The Iranian government is pushing forward with a controversial 'invisible patrol' plan aimed at enforcing moral standards, despite criticism from President Rouhani and others. The…