October 2018
Rasoul Khadem Resigns from Wrestling Federation Presidency
Rasoul Khadem has resigned from the presidency of the Wrestling Federation after facing challenges related to competing against Israeli athletes and expressing concerns about the…
South Korea Calls for 'Maximum Flexibility' from the U.S. on Iran Sanctions
South Korea is urging the U.S. to show flexibility regarding sanctions on Iran that affect its companies. This request comes as U.S. sanctions set to…
Pompeo: Iran has Targeted Europe with Terrorist Attacks for 40 Years
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accused Iran of targeting Europe with terrorist attacks for 40 years following the arrest of an Iranian-Norwegian suspect in…
New Approach to Dealing with Labor Activists; Arrest with Ambulance and Transfer to Psychiatric Hospital
Hashim Khastaar, a retired teacher and labor rights activist, has been detained by the Ministry of Intelligence and transferred to a psychiatric hospital under unclear…
Bolton and Putin Discuss New Meeting Between US and Russian Leaders
John Bolton met with Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss a potential meeting between US President Trump and Putin in Paris. This comes after the…
Decline in Renault's Automotive Revenue Due to Suspension of Exports to Iran and Asia
Renault's automotive revenue fell by 8.4% in Q3 2018 due to halted exports to Iran, despite a 10% increase in sales to Iran this year.…
Agreement Between Two Koreas to Remove Guard Posts from Demilitarized Zone
South Korea, North Korea, and the UN have agreed to demilitarize the Panmunjom area by removing guard posts and weapons. This agreement follows recent diplomatic…
Jordan Will Not Extend Israel's Use of Its Lands
King Abdullah of Jordan announced that he will not extend the lease agreement with Israel for the Baquora and Ghamar areas, asserting their importance as…
Iran Rejects Allegations of Interference in U.S. Congressional Elections
Iran has rejected accusations from U.S. intelligence agencies regarding its interference in the upcoming congressional elections, labeling them as unfounded. This comes amid broader concerns…
The Number of Displaced Persons Due to Drought in Afghanistan Exceeds War Displaced
The UN reports that drought has displaced more people in Afghanistan than violence, with 275,000 individuals affected. This crisis threatens over two million people, exacerbating…
Australian Medical Association: Immediately Remove Refugee Children from Nauru
The Australian Medical Association has called for the immediate removal of refugee children from Nauru due to severe psychological harm and unsafe conditions. Prime Minister…
UN's Demand from the Australian Government: Close Nauru and Papua Detention Centers
The UN Refugee Agency has called on Australia to close its offshore detention centers for asylum seekers due to deteriorating health conditions. Doctors Without Borders…
13% Decrease in Number of Domestic and International Air Passengers in Iran
Iran has experienced a 13% decrease in domestic and international air travel in the first half of the year compared to the previous year, attributed…
The U.S. Halts F-35 Fighter Jet Flights
The U.S. has temporarily halted all F-35 flights after a crash during a training exercise, leading to inspections of fuel transfer tubes. This decision affects…
Discovery of a 'Lost World' of Volcanoes Near Tasmania
Australian researchers have discovered a significant underwater volcanic mountain range near Tasmania, which is home to diverse marine life. This finding could enhance our understanding…
Three Scientists from the US, Canada, and France Win the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics
Three scientists, Arthur Ashkin, Donna Strickland, and Gérard Mourou, won the 2018 Nobel Prize in Physics for their groundbreaking research in laser technology, which has…