November 2017
Emmerson Mnangagwa Ends 37-Year Leadership of Robert Mugabe
Emmerson Mnangagwa has been sworn in as the new President of Zimbabwe, ending Robert Mugabe's nearly four-decade rule. Mnangagwa promises to uphold citizens' rights and…
Are Prophets and Imams Infallible and Possessing 'Ismah'?
The article discusses the concept of infallibility ('Ismah') of prophets and Imams in Islam, focusing on differing views between Sunni and Shiite scholars. Abdol-Fattah Khedmati…
U.S. Strategic Command Chief: 'Illegal' Order for Nuclear Strike May Be Rejected
General John Hyten of U.S. Strategic Command stated that any illegal order for a nuclear strike could be rejected. This comes amid rising tensions over…
Crisis Management; Crisis within a Crisis
A devastating earthquake in western Iran has resulted in significant casualties and homelessness, sparking discussions about the effectiveness of crisis management in the country. The…
Trump on Russian Interference in Elections: I Trust Our Intelligence Agencies
Donald Trump expressed trust in U.S. intelligence agencies regarding Russian interference in the elections while also finding Putin's denial credible. This statement comes amid ongoing…
Ali Salehi Criticizes the 'Censorship Experts' of the Ministry of Culture
Ali Salehi, a prominent Iranian poet, has criticized the Ministry of Culture for censoring his book for seven months, questioning the legitimacy of their actions.…
Spain Requests Extradition of Ousted Catalonia Leader from Belgium
The Supreme Court of Spain has issued an arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont, the ousted leader of Catalonia, requesting his extradition from Belgium. Puigdemont faces…
Fake News Selected as Word of the Year
'Fake news' has been named the word of the year by the Collins English Dictionary, reflecting a 365% increase in its usage, primarily popularized by…
UN: Iraq Lacks Jurisdiction to Prosecute 'Islamic State' Actors in Mosul
The UN report states that Iraq cannot prosecute 'Islamic State' crimes in Mosul and suggests the International Criminal Court as an alternative. It highlights the…
Kurdistan Region Proposes Joint Control of Ibrahim Khalil Crossing to Iraqi Government
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq has proposed a joint control of the Ibrahim Khalil border crossing with the Iraqi central government amidst escalating tensions following…
Jahangirlu: A Harsh Response to the Catalonia Crisis Will Have Catastrophic Consequences
Ramin Jahangirlu discusses the ongoing Catalonia crisis, comparing it to a painful divorce that reflects a deeper historical desire for independence. He warns that a…