January 2018
The Death Toll from the Attack on a Checkpoint in Kabul Rises to 11
An attack on an army checkpoint in Kabul resulted in the deaths of 11 Afghan soldiers and injuries to six others, with ISIS claiming responsibility.…
Attack on Guards at Kabul Military Academy Leaves Several Dead and Injured
An attack on a checkpoint near the Marshal Fahim Military Academy in Kabul resulted in at least two soldiers dead and ten injured, with the…
Overthrow or Reforms?
The article discusses the debate among Iranian opposition groups on whether to pursue reforms within the current regime or to seek its overthrow. Some advocate…
Negative Reaction from Russian Duma Official to Khamenei's Advisor's Coalition Proposal
A senior Russian Duma official dismissed a proposal by Khamenei's military advisor for a coalition against the U.S. in Syria, citing existing cooperation between Russia…
Does Identifying a Segment of Society as 'Sayyid' Lead to Religious Aristocracy?
The article discusses the implications of identifying a segment of society as Sayyid, exploring whether this leads to a form of religious aristocracy. Sociologist Majid…
Turkish Army Reports 260 Militants Killed in Afrin Operation
The Turkish Army has reported the deaths of at least 260 militants in its military operation in Afrin, Syria, which targets Kurdish forces. This operation…
Iraq Signs Agreement with American Company for Gas Extraction in Southern Fields
Iraq has signed a contract with the American company Orion to extract natural gas from its southern fields, marking a significant step in utilizing its…
Arrest of Two Suspects in Recruitment for Syrian Militants in Uzbekistan
Uzbek security forces have arrested two suspects linked to recruiting for Syrian militants, specifically the 'Tawhid and Jihad' group. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about…
52 People Killed in Bus Fire in Kazakhstan
A tragic bus fire in Kazakhstan has claimed the lives of 52 Uzbek migrant workers. The incident raises concerns about safety standards for transportation used…
Two Suicide Bombings in Baghdad Leave at Least 38 Dead
Two suicide bombings in Baghdad resulted in at least 38 deaths and over 150 injuries, marking the deadliest attack since the Iraqi government declared victory…
20-Year-Old Lottery Winner Wants to Serve Humanity
Shane Missler, a 20-year-old from Florida, won $451 million in the lottery and chose to take a lump sum of $282 million. He plans to…
The Newspaper 'Jameh Farda' Ceases Publication Due to Financial Problems
The reformist newspaper 'Jameh Farda' has ceased publication due to financial difficulties, marking its last issue as number 52. The owner expressed hope for future…
War Crimes Court Says Praljak's Suicide Was Preventable
An independent investigation concluded that the suicide of General Slobodan Praljak during his trial at the International Criminal Court was not preventable. The investigation found…