August 2018
Record-breaking Cinema Sales Amid Iran's Poor Economic Conditions
The film "Hezarpa" has broken sales records in Iranian cinema, becoming the highest-grossing film despite the country's economic difficulties. With nearly 3 million viewers, it…
UN: Myanmar Army Committed Crimes Against Humanity Against Rohingya Muslims
The UN investigation team has accused the Myanmar army of committing crimes against humanity against Rohingya Muslims, calling for international prosecution of key military figures.…
Iraq to Send Delegation to the U.S. for Exemption from Iran Sanctions
Iraq is seeking an exemption from U.S. sanctions against Iran due to its economic dependence on Iranian imports. The Iraqi government is in a challenging…
Pope on Clergy Sexual Abuse: We Did Not Protect Minors
Pope Francis condemned sexual abuse by priests and the church's cover-up in a letter to Catholics, seeking forgiveness and calling for accountability. The letter addresses…
Turkey's Supreme Court Rejects American Pastor's Request to End House Arrest
Turkey's Supreme Court has denied an American pastor's request to end his house arrest, leading to a significant drop in the value of the Turkish…
Flood in India Claims at Least 324 Lives
Severe flooding in Kerala, India, has resulted in at least 324 deaths and widespread destruction, with officials warning that the toll may rise. Rescue operations…
Attack on an Afghan Intelligence Agency Center in Central Kabul
An armed attack on an Afghan intelligence agency educational center in Kabul follows a deadly suicide bombing that killed dozens of students. The Taliban has…
Saudi Arabia Reports Foiling a Suicide Operation
Saudi security forces thwarted a suicide attack by an armed man in Al-Bukayriyah, who was affiliated with ISIS. The incident highlights ongoing security threats in…
Taliban Withdraws from Ghazni
The Taliban has ordered its forces to withdraw from Ghazni following a series of deadly attacks, including one that resulted in significant casualties among Afghan…
Taliban Seizes Army Base and Ongoing Battle in Ghazni
The Taliban has captured an Afghan army base in Faryab province and continues to engage in fierce battles in Ghazni for the fifth day. The…
Turkish Ambassador Meets John Bolton at the White House
The Turkish ambassador met with U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton to discuss the detention of American pastor Andrew Brunson, which has strained U.S.-Turkey relations.…
Explosion in Rebel-Controlled Area of Syria Leaves Dozens Dead
An explosion in Idlib province, Syria, has killed at least 39 people, including women and children, with the cause still unknown. The area is controlled…
Erdogan Warns America: Our Relations and Partnership Are at Risk
Turkish President Erdogan warned the U.S. that unilateral actions against Turkey could jeopardize their partnership, prompting Turkey to seek new allies. The Turkish lira has…
Dollar Starts the Week Above 10,500 Tomans
The US dollar began the week in Iran above 10,500 tomans, reflecting ongoing currency instability despite government efforts to control inflation. The official rate remains…
Turkey's Currency Collapse; Erdogan Urges Citizens to Convert Gold, Euros, and Dollars to Lira
Turkey's lira has sharply declined following U.S. tariff increases, prompting President Erdogan to call for citizens to convert foreign currency into lira. The economic crisis…
California's Largest Wildfire in History Will Continue in August
California is facing its largest wildfire in history, with over 117,000 hectares affected and thousands evacuated. Firefighters are struggling against extreme heat and winds, and…
Health Ministry Spokesperson: No Issues in Drug Supply and Distribution
Iran's Health Ministry officials claim that the current drug shortages are comparable to global averages and that there are no issues with drug supply or…
The Taboo of Disability: Do You Use Words Like 'Retarded'?
The article discusses the derogatory language used towards individuals with disabilities in Iranian society and the societal stigma surrounding them. Elham Yousufian and Mehrdad Darvishpour,…
Decline in Turkish Currency and Stock Market After US Sanctions
Following US sanctions on two Turkish ministers, the Turkish lira and stock market experienced significant declines. The sanctions were imposed in response to the detention…