April 2024
Potential 'Historic Change' in U.S. Drug Policy; Marijuana Considered 'Low Risk' but Not 'Legal'
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that marijuana will not be legalized but will be classified as a low-risk drug, reducing legal barriers for users.…
Iranian Writers' Association Calls for the Release of All Imprisoned Workers and Labor Activists on the Eve of International Workers' Day
The Iranian Writers' Association has called for the release of all imprisoned workers and labor activists ahead of International Workers' Day, highlighting ongoing labor struggles…
Russia Threatens the West Over Potential Seizure of Its Assets
Russia has threatened severe repercussions against the West if its frozen assets are seized, asserting that it will not relinquish occupied Ukrainian territories. The U.S.…
UN Calls on Israel to End Support for Settler Attacks in the West Bank
The UN has called on Israel to stop supporting settler violence in the West Bank following recent attacks that resulted in the deaths of Palestinians.…
Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives: Washington showed 'resolve' in response to Iran's attacks on Israel
Mike Johnson, the Republican Speaker of the U.S. House, announced efforts to pass an aid package for Israel in response to Iranian attacks. Chuck Schumer…
Extensive Russian Attacks on Ukraine's Fuel and Energy Centers; Power Plant in Kyiv Targeted
Russia has launched extensive retaliatory attacks on Ukraine's fuel and energy infrastructure, including a major power plant in Kyiv. These actions are in response to…
Unprecedented Flooding Intensifies in Russia and Kazakhstan; Dozens of Towns Underwater, Hundreds of Thousands Displaced
Unprecedented flooding has affected Russia and Kazakhstan, displacing over 100,000 people, particularly in Orenburg. The flooding is attributed to rapid snowmelt and poor coordination between…
Rapid Snow Melt and Flooding in the Ural Mountains of Russia; Thousands Evacuated
Rapid snowmelt in the Ural Mountains has caused severe flooding, leading to a state of emergency and the evacuation of over 4,000 residents. The flooding…
France Condemns Taliban's Decision to Resume Stoning and Physical Punishment of Women
France has condemned the Taliban's decision to resume stoning and physical punishment of women, highlighting ongoing human rights violations since their return to power in…
Transfer of Saeed Madani from Evin Prison to Damavand; Lawyer: 'It Violates Prison Regulations'
Saeed Madani, a political prisoner, has been transferred from Evin Prison to Damavand Prison without an exile order, raising concerns about the legality of the…