October 2024
After Months, Mahmoud al-Mashhadani Finally Elected as New Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament
Mahmoud al-Mashhadani has been elected as the new speaker of the Iraqi Parliament after a year-long vacancy. His election, supported by the Iran-aligned 'State of…
Iran's Minister of Communications Says iPhone Registration Issue Resolved
Iran's Minister of Communications announced that the issue of iPhone registration has been resolved, with plans to lift the import ban on iPhone 14 and…
At Least Half of Iran's Oil Revenues Will Be Spent on Armed Forces
Iran's budget for 1404 allocates 47% of oil revenues to the armed forces, significantly increasing military funding. This reflects the government's prioritization of military spending…
Saudi Arabia Becomes the Largest Foreign Market for Turkish Contractors
Saudi Arabia has become the largest foreign market for Turkish contractors, with significant investments and projects underway following the normalization of relations after years of…
Georgian President Calls for Street Protests Against Parliamentary Election Results
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili has rejected the results of the recent parliamentary elections, claiming they are influenced by Russian operations, and has called for public…
Parliament Research Center: Government Will Not Meet Projected Oil Revenues This Year and Next
The Iranian Parliament Research Center has reported that the government will not meet its projected oil revenues for this year and next, citing a significant…
How Are Elections Held in the U.S. and Why Do They Seem Complicated?
The article explains the complexities of the U.S. electoral system, particularly the Electoral Vote, which determines the president rather than the popular vote. It highlights…
Canada Announces Reduction in Immigration Acceptance Over Three-Year Plan; Aims to 'Stop Population Growth'
Canada's government has announced a significant reduction in immigration acceptance over the next three years, aiming to stop population growth and improve the economy. Prime…
30 Percent Poverty Rate Stabilized; One-Third of Iranians Unable to Meet Basic Needs
A report reveals that the poverty rate in Iran has stabilized at over 30%, with one-third of citizens unable to meet basic needs. Despite economic…
Turkey Targets PKK Positions in Syria and Iraq
Turkey has launched airstrikes against PKK positions in Iraq and Syria following a deadly attack in Ankara attributed to the group. The attack resulted in…
In Response to North Korea's Aid to Moscow; South Korea Threatens to Send Weapons to Ukraine
South Korea has threatened to send weapons to Ukraine in response to North Korea's military support for Russia in the ongoing conflict. Reports indicate that…
Fourfold Increase in Armed Forces' Share of Iran's Oil and Gas Export Revenues
The Iranian government plans to allocate 51% of its oil and gas export revenues to the armed forces in the 1404 budget, significantly increasing their…
Iran's Government Debt to Banks Has Increased 'Two and a Half Times' in Three Years
Iran's government debt to banks has surged significantly during Ebrahim Raisi's presidency, with liquidity levels more than doubling since he took office. This financial crisis…
94 Billion Tomans Paid from 4,500 Billion Tomans Tax on Luxury Residential Owners
The Iranian government has collected only 94 billion tomans from luxury property taxes amounting to 4,463 billion tomans, highlighting widespread tax evasion among the wealthy.…
France and WHO Sign Contribution Agreements to Enhance Global Health Initiatives
On October 17, 2024, France and WHO signed seven contribution agreements totaling €24 million to enhance global health initiatives, including emergency responses. Key figures involved…
UN: One-Fifth of Lebanon's Population Has Left Their Homes
The UN reports that one-fifth of Lebanon's population has been displaced due to ongoing conflicts, with significant areas under Israeli military evacuation orders. Over one…
The Number of Victims of 'Fake Alcohol' in Gilan Rises to 18
The death toll from fake alcoholic beverages in Gilan, Iran, has risen to 18, with 66 others hospitalized due to severe poisoning. This issue highlights…
Iran's Trade Deficit Reaches $7 Billion Amid Dependency on a Few Countries
Iran's non-oil trade deficit has reached $7 billion in the first half of the year, following a record $17 billion deficit last year. The country's…
Police in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany: Arrested Iranian has 27 fake identities and a criminal record
An Iranian man was arrested in Krefeld, Germany, for arson and attempting to set fire to a cinema, revealing he has 27 fake identities and…
WHO and the Netherlands Strengthen Partnership on Climate Change and Health
The WHO and the Netherlands have renewed their partnership to address climate change's impact on global health, with the Netherlands contributing €500,000 for 2024. This…
Minister of Economy Reports Budget Shortage and Withdrawal from the National Development Fund
Iran's Minister of Economy reported a budget deficit for 1403, leading to withdrawals from the National Development Fund to cover shortfalls in targeted subsidies and…
Appeals Court Sentences Zhina Modarres Gorji to Two Years and Four Months in Prison
Zhina Modarres Gorji, a journalist and women's rights activist, has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison by the Kurdistan Province Appeals…
The Number of Victims of 'Fake Alcohol' Reaches 26 in Four Days
In the last four days, 26 people have died in Iran from consuming counterfeit alcohol, with significant casualties reported in Hamadan, Gilan, and Mazandaran. The…