August 2015
Clashes and Explosion Near Ukrainian Parliament
A National Guard officer was killed and around 90 others injured during clashes outside the Ukrainian parliament in Kyiv, where nationalists protested a bill aimed…
Photo Report on Beirut Protests
Lebanese protesters have occupied the Ministry of Environment building as a response to the political class being pressured by civil society. This event highlights the…
Electricity 'Dumping'? Dispute Between the Ministries of Energy and Oil
The Iranian Oil Minister has requested the cessation of cheap electricity exports, accusing the Energy Ministry of dumping. This dispute highlights the inefficiencies in Iran's…
Human Rights Campaign: Iran's Agreement with Telegram Aims to Limit Users
The International Human Rights Campaign reports that Telegram will soon set up servers in Iran following negotiations with the government, aiming to restrict user access…
The Mystery of the 'Iran Embassy Opening' Poster in Tel Aviv
A poster in Tel Aviv claiming an Iranian embassy would open soon was revealed to be a promotional stunt for an upcoming Israeli comedy film.…
Zangeneh Reports Lack of 'Sufficient Resources' for Investment in Oil Industry
Iran's Oil Minister Bijan Zangeneh announced a severe lack of investment in the oil sector due to plummeting oil prices, which have fallen from $108…
New Law Issued: Banks Required to Provide Individuals' Information to Tax Organization
Iran has enacted a new law requiring banks and government entities to share individuals' financial information with the Tax Affairs Organization to combat tax evasion.…
North Korean Leader Orders Full Military Readiness at Frontline
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has ordered full military readiness at the frontline amid escalating tensions with South Korea, following artillery exchanges. This situation is…
Artillery Exchange Between North and South Korea at Their Border
North and South Korea exchanged artillery fire along their heavily militarized border, escalating tensions significantly. The conflict arose after North Korea demanded the cessation of…
Iran's New Industrial Strategy
Iran's Ministry of Industry has released a strategic program outlining the current state and future prospects of its industrial sector, emphasizing the need for fundamental…
Symphony of Loneliness, Snow, Cold, and Strangers
Payman Esmaeili, a prominent young Iranian writer, discusses his literary journey and the themes in his works, particularly focusing on his novel 'The Guardian' and…
An Indonesian passenger plane with 54 occupants has crashed
An Indonesian passenger plane with 54 people on board crashed in Papua after losing contact with air traffic control. The wreckage was found later that…
South Korea: North Korean Deputy Prime Minister Executed
The South Korean news agency reported that Choe Yong Un, the Deputy Prime Minister of North Korea, was executed in June for opposing Kim Jong…
Minister of Culture: The Judiciary Bans Writers, Not Us
Ali Jannati, Iran's Minister of Culture, claims that the judiciary, not his ministry, is responsible for banning journalists and writers. He asserts that there are…
Minister of Science: The Case of Illegal Scholarships Has Been Resolved
The Iranian Minister of Science announced that the case of illegal scholarships has been resolved, allowing most students to continue their studies, except for 36…
Explosion in Eastern Iraq Disrupts Electricity Transfer from Iran
A bomb explosion in eastern Iraq has disrupted electricity transfer from Iran, worsening the country's ongoing electricity shortages amid a heat wave. Iraqi officials blame…
At least 13 killed in suicide attack on mosque in Saudi Arabia
A suicide attack on a mosque in southwestern Saudi Arabia resulted in at least 13 security personnel dead and 9 injured. The attack has not…
Implementation of the 'Administrative Detention' Law for Radical Jews in Israel
Israel has implemented a new law allowing for the administrative detention of radical Jews, exemplified by the six-month detention of Mordechai Meir following a violent…
Over 130,000 Hectares Burned in Widespread California Wildfire
A massive wildfire in California has burned over 130,000 hectares, driven by drought and lightning strikes. Approximately 10,000 firefighters are battling 21 active fires, with…
Society and Fear: Prudence or Calamity?
The article discusses the pervasive fear in Iranian society regarding expressing dissent, highlighting how this fear leads to self-censorship and a lack of trust among…
Malaysia: The piece found in 'Réunion' belongs to a Boeing 777
Malaysian officials have confirmed that a piece of aircraft found on Réunion Island belongs to a Boeing 777, likely linked to the missing MH370 flight.…