January 2018
Significant Increase in Tourism Revenue; Turkey Hosts 2.5 Million Iranians
Turkey's tourism sector has seen a significant boost, with over 32 million foreign tourists visiting in 2017, including 2.5 million Iranians. This increase in tourism…
UNICEF: 60,000 Children in North Korea Suffer from 'Severe Hunger'
UNICEF reported that 60,000 children in North Korea are at severe risk of hunger due to international sanctions and malnutrition. The organization is seeking $16.5…
Next Year's Targeted Subsidies Revenue 'Will Not Be Deposited in the Treasury'
Hamidreza Hajibabaei, a member of the Iranian Parliament, announced that the revenue from targeted subsidies in 2018 will not be deposited into the national treasury,…
Iraqi Parliament Delays Voting on Election Date
The Iraqi Parliament has postponed voting on the election date proposed by the government, which is set for May 12, 2018, due to calls from…
Significant Increase in Christmas Purchases in the U.S.
American consumers significantly increased their Christmas spending in late 2017, driven by rising wages, lower unemployment, and tax cuts. This trend reflects growing consumer confidence…
Ministry of Economy: Iran Will Have at Least $51 Billion in Oil Revenue Next Year
Iran's Ministry of Economy forecasts at least $51 billion in oil revenues for the next solar year, assuming daily exports of 2.6 million barrels. This…
150 More People Including Opposition Leaders Arrested in Tunisia Unrest
The Tunisian government has arrested 150 more individuals, including opposition leaders, amid ongoing protests against rising prices and taxes. The unrest has escalated following the…
Arrest of 11 Saudi Princes Following Sit-in at Riyadh Royal Palace
Eleven Saudi princes were arrested after protesting against cuts to their water and electricity expenses outside the royal palace in Riyadh. This incident highlights ongoing…
Turkish Foreign Minister's Visit to Germany; Efforts to Improve Bilateral Relations
The foreign ministers of Germany and Turkey met to discuss improving their strained relations, particularly regarding the detention of German citizens in Turkey. Both countries…
North Korea Agrees to Resume Official Talks with South Korea
North Korea has agreed to resume official talks with South Korea after a two-year hiatus, coinciding with the postponement of joint military exercises with the…
Shinzo Abe: The Security Threat Against Japan is Unprecedented Since World War II
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe warns that the security threat from North Korea is at its worst since World War II, emphasizing the need for…