July 2017
11 Percent of Iran's Population is 'Completely Illiterate'
Ali Baqerzadeh, head of Iran's Literacy Movement Organization, reports that 11% of the population is completely illiterate, with nearly 9 million individuals affected. Despite a…
Google Pixel 2 to Hit the Market
Google is set to release its new smartphone, the Pixel 2, in two months, aiming to compete with the upcoming iPhone and Samsung Note 8.…
New Hopes for AIDS Treatment
Scientists have made significant progress in developing an experimental vaccine for AIDS, potentially leading to a definitive treatment for the disease. Major pharmaceutical companies are…
The Sad Death of the Author of 'Pig Philosophy' or the Meaning of Living in an Authoritarian Regime
Liu Xiaobo, a prominent Chinese human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, died under oppressive conditions imposed by the Chinese government, which continued its…
Reopening of Al-Aqsa Mosque Following Deadly Shootings
Following deadly shootings at the Al-Aqsa Mosque, Israel has reopened two gates for Muslim worshippers while maintaining strict security measures. The incident involved Israeli security…
Turkey Dismisses 7,000 More Individuals on the Anniversary of the Failed Coup
On the anniversary of the failed coup in Turkey, the government dismissed 7,000 individuals, adding to the tens of thousands dismissed or arrested in the…
Human Rights Watch Criticizes Iraqi Forces' Treatment of ISIS Suspects
Human Rights Watch has condemned the actions of Iraqi forces against suspected ISIS collaborators, highlighting videos of killings and abuses. The organization reports that families…
Donald Trump Congratulates Victory in Mosul
Donald Trump congratulated Iraqi forces on their victory in recapturing Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant moment in the fight against terrorism. The operation involved…
U.S. Secretary of State Praises Resistance Against Turkey's Coup in Istanbul
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visited Istanbul, praising the Turkish citizens' resistance against last year's coup attempt. His visit coincided with large protests against…
Trump's Son Met with Lawyer Linked to Moscow During Election Campaign
Donald Trump Jr. and others met with a Russian lawyer during the 2016 election campaign who claimed to have damaging information about Hillary Clinton. This…
UN: 20,000 People Still Trapped in Old Mosul by ISIS
The UN reports that up to 20,000 civilians are still trapped in the old city of Mosul amidst ongoing battles against ISIS. The humanitarian situation…
Amnesty International: Increase in Refugee Deaths in the Mediterranean Linked to EU Policies
Amnesty International has linked the increase in refugee deaths in the Mediterranean to the European Union's failed policies, particularly its agreements with Libya. The organization…
Medical University Faces 'Body Crisis'
Iran's Medical University is experiencing a severe shortage of bodies for educational purposes, prompting officials to propose importing them from abroad. Ahmad Shojaei, head of…
U.S. Secretary of State Calls for Global Action Against North Korea
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has called for a global response to North Korea's missile tests, emphasizing that all countries must show consequences for…
US Army: 'Syrian Democratic Forces' Breached the Wall of Old Raqqa
The US Army reports that Syrian Democratic Forces have breached the wall of old Raqqa, aiding their advance against ISIS. This development is crucial as…
120,000 Children in Sistan and Baluchestan Deprived of Education
Approximately 120,000 children in Sistan and Baluchestan are reported to be out of school, with significant discrepancies in statistics provided by government and parliamentary sources.…
UN: Half a Million Syrian Refugees Have Returned Home
The UN reports that around half a million Syrian refugees have returned home due to a decrease in violence, although this is a small fraction…