July 2018
Israel Releases Ahed Tamimi, Palestinian Teen Girl
Ahed Tamimi, a Palestinian teen sentenced for slapping an Israeli soldier, was released from prison alongside her mother amid rising tensions between Israelis and Palestinians.…
Continued Protests in Baghdad and Several Other Cities in Iraq
Protests against government corruption and poor public services have erupted in Baghdad and other Iraqi cities, resulting in at least 14 deaths over 19 days.…
Clashes Between Israeli Security Forces and Palestinians Around Al-Aqsa Mosque
Clashes erupted between Israeli security forces and Palestinians around Al-Aqsa Mosque following the stabbing death of an Israeli man by a Palestinian. The violence comes…
The Death Toll from the Forest Fire in Greece Reaches 50
A forest fire near Athens, Greece, has led to at least 50 fatalities and over 150 injuries. The Prime Minister has returned from a trip…
Moulavardi: I Hope the Violence Against Women Bill Does Not Meet the Same Fate as the Children's Bill
Shahindokht Moulavardi expressed concern that the 'Support for Women Against Violence' bill may face the same stagnation as the long-pending children's protection bill. Despite promises…
Sasha Waltz; The Body of a Woman as a Battlefield
Sasha Waltz's new dance piece "Kreatur" at the Avignon Festival explores the themes of power, race, and gender through the medium of dance. Featuring a…
Military Exercise 'Mastery over Gaza' Held in Southern Israel
The Israeli army conducted a significant military exercise simulating a potential reoccupation of Gaza, with officials indicating readiness for possible conflict. Tensions remain high as…
Death Toll in Anti-Government Protests in Iraq Reaches 3
Protests in Iraq against corruption and unemployment have escalated, resulting in three deaths and numerous injuries. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has raised the security alert…
Fifth Day of Protests in Iraq; Protesters Enter Najaf Airport
Protests in Iraq against corruption and public service shortages have escalated, with hundreds of demonstrators entering Najaf Airport and significant unrest in Basra. Ayatollah Ali…
Increase in Natural Disasters in Japan; Flood Death Toll Reaches 200
Japan is facing a severe natural disaster with floods resulting in 200 deaths and thousands of families displaced. The government is under pressure to provide…
New U.S. Tariff Plan on $200 Billion Imports from China; Beijing Warns
The U.S. plans to impose a 10% tariff on $200 billion of Chinese imports, prompting China to threaten retaliatory measures. This escalation follows previous tariffs…
Google Duplex; Conversation with Google's Artificial Intelligence
Google Duplex is an AI system that can converse over the phone, raising ethical concerns about deception as users may believe they are speaking to…
Police in Sistan and Baluchestan: Main Suspect in Iranshahr Case Arrested
The main suspect in a high-profile gang rape case in Iranshahr has been arrested following extensive police investigations. The case has sparked significant public outcry…
Murder of Son of Former Sunni Imam of Zahedan
Molavi Abdolshakour Kord, son of a former Sunni Imam, was shot dead in Zahedan, allegedly due to personal enmity, although officials claim it was a…
Israeli Army Announces Strengthening of Positions in the Golan Heights
The Israeli army has reinforced its positions in the Golan Heights following significant military operations by Syrian government forces in Daraa, which have displaced nearly…