August 2017
Workers' Syndicate of the Bus Company: Reza Shahabi's Condition is Critical
Reza Shahabi, a labor activist and board member of the Workers' Syndicate of the Bus Company, is in critical condition due to a hunger strike…
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces Complete Liberation of Tal Afar
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the complete liberation of Tal Afar from ISIS control after a two-week military operation. This victory signifies the reclaiming…
U.S.-Led Coalition Prevents ISIS Forces from Crossing Syria-Lebanon Border
The U.S.-led coalition thwarted an attempt by ISIS militants to cross from Lebanon into eastern Syria after a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. This incident highlights…
At Least Four Killed in New Suicide Attack in Downtown Kabul
A suicide attack in Kabul has killed at least four people and injured several others, continuing a trend of deadly violence in Afghanistan. The attack…
Israel Purchases 17 More F-35 Fighter Jets from the U.S.
Israel has finalized a deal to purchase 17 additional F-35 fighter jets from the U.S., bringing its total to 50. This move is part of…
At Least Two Killed in Clashes Between Houthis and Supporters of Saleh in Yemen's Capital
Clashes in Sana'a between Houthis and supporters of former Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh resulted in at least two deaths. The conflict highlights the fragile…
Saudi Coalition Admits Mistake in Airstrike on Sanaa
The Saudi-led coalition admitted to a mistake in a recent airstrike on Sanaa, Yemen, that resulted in the deaths of 14 people, including six children.…
Window; Arrest of Journalists and Ongoing Hunger Strike in Rajai Shahr Prison
Two journalists were arrested in Tehran without disclosed charges amid ongoing global criticism of Iran's freedom of expression. Amnesty International condemned the conditions in Rajai…
Iraqi Foreign Minister: 70 Percent of Tal Afar City Liberated
Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari announced that 70% of Tal Afar has been liberated from ISIS, with ongoing military operations supported by US airstrikes. The…
Persepolis Escapes Defeat in Oman
Persepolis and Al-Ahli drew 2-2 in the AFC Champions League quarter-finals held in Oman. Despite an early deficit, Persepolis managed to equalize in the final…
Iraqi Forces Retake Two Areas in Tal Afar
Iraqi forces have retaken two areas in Tal Afar from ISIS amidst ongoing military operations supported by the U.S. Secretary of Defense's visit to Iraq.…
Russia Reports Major Advances Against ISIS in Central and Eastern Syria
Russia has reported significant military successes against ISIS in Syria, claiming to have killed around 800 militants in recent months. This military operation involves both…
Rocket Strikes Diplomatic Area in Kabul
A rocket struck a diplomatic area in Kabul, Afghanistan, as President Trump prepares to announce new strategies for the country. The Taliban has warned against…
Russian Fighters Kill 'Over 200 ISIS Militants' in Deir ez-Zor
Russian airstrikes reportedly killed over 200 ISIS militants in Deir ez-Zor, Syria, marking a significant military success for the Syrian government forces. The attack is…
Operation to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS in Iraq Begins
Iraqi security forces have launched a ground operation to retake Tal Afar from ISIS, following airstrikes that began earlier this month. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi…
Karroubi Undergoes Surgery Again Due to 'Error in Pacemaker Implantation'
Mehdi Karroubi, a prominent opposition leader, underwent surgery again due to complications from a pacemaker implant. His family reported that doctors discovered the pacemaker was…
From 'Osa' in the Assembly to Debates in Parliament
The program discusses various political and social issues in Iran, including the confidence vote for government ministers, Mehdi Karroubi's health, and the Hafez Cinema Festival.…
Mohammad Taghi Karroubi: Follow-ups Have Not Yielded Any Results So Far
Mohammad Taghi Karroubi reports that his father, Mehdi Karroubi, remains on a hunger strike with no significant outcomes from ongoing efforts to address his situation.…
Airstrikes Begin to Retake Tal Afar from ISIS
Iraqi forces have begun airstrikes to retake the city of Tal Afar from ISIS, following the liberation of Mosul. This operation is significant as Tal…
UN Warns About the Situation of Thousands of Syrian Women and Children at the Jordan Border
The UN has raised alarms about 50,000 Syrian women and children trapped at the Jordan border, facing life-threatening conditions and shortages of supplies. Syrian government…
Russian Air Force and Missile Defense Systems on High Alert in the Far East
Russian air defense systems are on high alert due to escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula, particularly between North Korea and the U.S. North Korea…
At least 29 civilians killed in coalition airstrikes in Raqqa in one day
The US-led coalition's airstrikes in Raqqa have resulted in the deaths of at least 29 civilians, including members of a single family. The situation remains…
Advances of Assad's Forces in Northern and Central Syria
Syrian government forces have made significant advances towards Deir ez-Zor, nearing the city of Mayadeen and recapturing al-Sukhnah. The Syrian Democratic Forces are also working…