January 2019
Pelosi: No Funding for Trump's Wall in Border Security Negotiations
Nancy Pelosi announced that there will be no funding for Trump's border wall in ongoing bipartisan negotiations on border security. The discussions aim to resolve…
Trump: Democrats Seek Weakness and Inaction Against Iran
Donald Trump criticized Democrats for their perceived weakness towards Iran and defended his withdrawal from the nuclear deal. He dismissed U.S. intelligence reports indicating Iran's…
Is Global Warming Causing Severe Cold in America?
The Midwest of the United States is experiencing severe cold, prompting President Trump to question global warming. Scientists clarify that weather fluctuations do not negate…
Russian Hackers Have 'Stolen and Manipulated' Documents Related to the 2016 US Election
Russian hackers are accused of stealing and manipulating documents related to the 2016 US election to undermine investigations into Russian interference. The Special Counsel's Office…
30-Ton Yellowcake Shipment Transferred to Isfahan Nuclear Facilities
Iran has transferred a 30-ton shipment of yellowcake to its Isfahan nuclear facilities, raising concerns among Western nations about potential nuclear weapons development. This shipment…
Trump Describes U.S. Intelligence Agencies' Assessment of Iran as Naive
President Trump publicly criticized U.S. intelligence agencies for their assessment of Iran, calling them naive and wrong about the threat posed by Tehran. This marks…
Washington Post: Russia Secretly Offered to Build Nuclear Power Plant for North Korea
The Washington Post reports that Russia secretly proposed to North Korea to build a nuclear power plant in exchange for denuclearization. This proposal was made…
U.S. Government Shutdown Cost the Economy $11 Billion
The U.S. government shutdown caused an estimated $11 billion loss to the economy, with expectations of recovering about $8 billion as federal employees return to…
American Citizen Detained in Iran Has 'Cancer Illness'
Michael White, an American citizen imprisoned in Iran, is reported to have a relapsed cancer condition, prompting his mother to call for his release. The…
Trump Announces Federal Government Reopening for Three Weeks
President Trump announced a temporary reopening of the federal government for three weeks following a Congressional agreement, while emphasizing the need for negotiations on the…
Senate Rejects Two Proposals to Reopen the U.S. Government
The U.S. Senate rejected two proposals to end the government shutdown, one from Trump seeking funding for a border wall and another from Democrats without…
Trump: The 'State of the Union' Address Will Be Delivered After the Government Reopens
President Trump announced that the 'State of the Union' address will occur after the government reopens, ending speculation about alternative venues. The ongoing government shutdown,…
Mass Protests by Opponents in Venezuela; Juan Guaido Declares Himself Interim President
Mass protests erupted in Venezuela against Nicolas Maduro's government, led by opposition leader Juan Guaido, who declared himself interim president. The protests were sparked by…
Taliban Representatives Meet Again with US Envoy
The Taliban and US representatives met in Qatar despite previous threats to end negotiations. Discussions focused on the withdrawal of international forces from Afghanistan. This…
Taliban Rejects Participation in Peace Talks with US Representative
The Taliban has rejected reports of resuming peace talks with US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad, denying any planned meetings in Islamabad. This decision follows a series…
White House: Second Meeting Between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un Scheduled for Late February
The White House announced a second summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un is set for late February, following a meeting with North Korean…
Germany Calls on Moscow to Uphold Nuclear Treaty with the U.S.
Germany's Foreign Minister Heiko Maas urged Russia to comply with the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty during his visit to Moscow, while Russia denied any violations.…
Senior North Korean Official Visits Washington
Kim Yong-chol, North Korea's chief negotiator, has arrived in Washington to meet with U.S. officials, including President Trump, to discuss denuclearization and easing tensions on…
Trump Delays Nancy Pelosi's Foreign Trips
Donald Trump has postponed Nancy Pelosi's planned overseas trip due to the ongoing government shutdown, which has entered its twenty-seventh day. The cancellation is seen…
Response of the Palestinian Authority to Unverified Report on Trump's 'Deal of the Century'
An Israeli television report claims that Trump's peace plan offers a limited Palestinian state and divides Jerusalem, leading to strong opposition from the Palestinian Authority,…
Pelosi Calls for Delay of Trump's Annual Address to Congress
Nancy Pelosi has requested that Donald Trump delay his upcoming State of the Union address due to security concerns stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.…
Erdogan: Five American Soldiers Killed in Manbij Explosion
A suicide bombing in Manbij, Syria, killed 20 people, including five American soldiers, according to Turkish President Erdogan. This incident marks the deadliest event for…
Job Advertisement for Journalist at Radio Farda
Radio Farda is seeking qualified journalists for its editorial team in Prague, highlighting its role as part of a larger news organization. This recruitment effort…
Government Shutdown Brings Big Mac to White House Feast
During a government shutdown, President Trump hosted the Clemson Tigers at the White House, serving fast food due to kitchen closures. This unusual event highlights…
U.S. Attorney General nominee says he will not obstruct Robert Mueller's investigations
William Barr, Trump's nominee for Attorney General, defended his memo criticizing Robert Mueller's investigation but assured he would not obstruct it. He believes Mueller is…
Trump: I discussed fighting ISIS and a safe zone with Erdogan
Donald Trump spoke with Turkish President Erdogan about combating ISIS and establishing a 20-mile safe zone in northern Syria. Trump warned that Turkey would face…
Iran's Foreign Minister: We Are Not Seeking Conflict and War with the U.S.
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasized that the Islamic Republic is not seeking conflict with the U.S. unless provoked, while criticizing U.S. policies that…
Turkey's Reaction to Trump's Warning About Attacking Kurds: We Are Not Afraid of Threats
Turkey's Foreign Minister responded defiantly to Trump's warning about economic consequences if Turkey attacks Kurdish militants, asserting Turkey's lack of fear towards such threats. The…
Trump Warns That the U.S. Government Shutdown May Continue
President Trump has warned that the ongoing government shutdown may continue until Democrats return from their break, emphasizing a humanitarian crisis at the southern border.…
U.S.-Led Coalition: Withdrawal of Forces from Syria Has Begun
The U.S. has begun withdrawing troops from Syria, a move that has sparked confusion among officials and led to the resignation of Defense Secretary Jim…
Trump Warns Congress About Declaring a National Emergency for Border Wall Construction
President Trump warned Congress that he may declare a national emergency to secure funding for the border wall if an agreement isn't reached, leading to…
Trump Walks Out of Meeting with Democrats Over Government Shutdown in Protest
President Trump walked out of a meeting with Democratic leaders over the government shutdown and border wall funding, stating it was a waste of time.…
Rod Rosenstein, Deputy Attorney General of the U.S., to Resign
Rod Rosenstein, the U.S. Deputy Attorney General overseeing the Russia investigation, is set to resign as a new attorney general is appointed by Donald Trump.…
Trump Emphasizes Need for Border Wall; Democratic Leaders Call for Government Reopening
President Trump reiterated the need for a $5.7 billion border wall during a televised speech, while Democratic leaders criticized him and called for the reopening…
Erdogan Cancels Meeting with Bolton
Turkish President Erdogan canceled a meeting with U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton in protest of U.S. conditions regarding Syria, which he deemed unacceptable. Erdogan's…
Surge in Carbon Dioxide Emissions in the U.S.
In 2018, carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S. surged by 3.4%, marking a significant increase after three years of stability, indicating the country's failure to…
World Bank President Resigns
Jim Yong Kim, President of the World Bank, announced his resignation effective February 1, 2019, citing disagreements with the Trump administration on climate change. He…
Netanyahu Asks the U.S. to Recognize Israeli Sovereignty Over the Golan Heights
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has reiterated his call for the U.S. and other nations to recognize Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, a territory annexed…
Trump Says Government Reopening Process Has Made Little Progress
President Trump has stated that the government reopening process has stalled, primarily due to disagreements over funding for a border wall. He warns that the…
Trump Warns of Possible Government Shutdown Lasting 'Months or Even Years'
President Trump has warned that the government shutdown could extend for months or even years if Democrats do not agree to fund his border wall…
James Jeffrey Appointed U.S. Special Representative in Global Coalition Against ISIS
James Jeffrey has been appointed as the U.S. Special Representative in the global coalition against ISIS while continuing his role as the U.S. envoy for…
A Former Democratic Senator Among Options for U.S. Secretary of Defense
Donald Trump is considering Jim Webb, a former Democratic senator, for the role of Secretary of Defense following James Mattis's resignation. This comes amid ongoing…
Donald Trump: I Received an 'Extraordinary' Letter from Kim Jong Un
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he received an 'extraordinary' letter from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, expressing anticipation for a second meeting. This follows…
New Brazilian President Sworn In
Jair Bolsonaro was sworn in as Brazil's new president, promising to tackle corruption, crime, and economic issues while distancing Brazil from developing nations and aligning…
Trump Expresses Willingness to Meet Again with North Korean Leader
Donald Trump has expressed his willingness to meet again with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un following Kim's New Year message. Kim warned that if the…
Family of American Citizen Detained in Moscow Emphasizes His 'Innocence'
Paul Whelan, an American citizen, was detained in Moscow on espionage charges while attending a wedding. His family insists on his innocence, and the U.S.…
Pompeo Emphasizes Continued US-Israel Cooperation to Counter Iran
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo reaffirmed the ongoing cooperation between the US and Israel to counter Iranian aggression during a visit to Brazil. This…
Continued Shutdown of the U.S. Government; Trump Invites Congressional Leaders to the White House
The U.S. government remains shut down due to budget disagreements over funding for a border wall. President Trump has invited congressional leaders to discuss border…
North Korean Leader Says He May Take a 'New Path' If Pressures Continue
Kim Jong-un has expressed willingness to meet with the U.S. President but warns of taking a 'new path' if pressures and sanctions continue. This statement…