February 2017
Abu Sayyaf Group in the Philippines Releases Video of German Hostage's Beheading
The Abu Sayyaf group has released a video showing the beheading of German hostage Juergen Kantner, who was kidnapped in November 2016. The Philippine government…
Concerns Raised by Head of AIDS Research Center About HIV Transmission Status in Iran
Dr. Minou Mohraz, head of Iran's AIDS Research Center, warns that the country is approaching a critical phase of HIV transmission, with the potential for…
Determination of Khuzestan Representatives to Question the President and Impeach the Minister of Energy
Khuzestan representatives are pushing to question the President and impeach the Minister of Energy due to dissatisfaction with the government's handling of environmental issues, particularly…
Health Ministry Official: 55% of Deaths in Iran are Premature
A health ministry official revealed that 55% of deaths in Iran are premature, primarily due to cardiovascular diseases linked to obesity and poor lifestyle choices.…
Car Bomb Explosion in Baghdad Leaves at Least 48 Dead
A car bomb in Baghdad killed at least 48 people, with ISIS claiming responsibility and targeting Shiites. This incident follows another bombing just days earlier,…
Increase in Health Spending Share in Iranian Households' Expenditure
The share of health spending in Iranian households' budgets has increased significantly due to rising medical costs outpacing income growth. Despite government claims of support,…
135 Billion Dollar Loss from Gas Injection Deficit in Iran's Oil Fields
A report from the Iranian Parliament's Research Center warns of a significant gas injection deficit in oil fields, potentially leading to a loss of up…
ATR Ready to Fly to Iran
Iran is set to purchase 20 ATR 72 aircraft from ATR, with a contract value of $400 million. This acquisition aims to enhance domestic air…