October 2016
The U.S. Asks Families of Diplomats in Istanbul to Leave Turkey
The U.S. has requested that families of diplomats in Istanbul leave Turkey due to threats from extremist groups. The U.S. embassy continues to operate, but…
Russia: S-300 Systems Fully Delivered to Iran
Russia has completed the delivery of S-300 air defense systems to Iran, fulfilling a long-delayed contract. This delivery has raised concerns among U.S. and Israeli…
US: Foreign military forces can only be in Iraq with the permission of the Iraqi government
The US State Department emphasized that foreign military forces in Iraq must have the Iraqi government's approval, amid escalating tensions between Iraq and Turkey over…
Concerns of American Officials Over the 'Poisoning' of Two Diplomats in Russia
Two American diplomats were reportedly poisoned in Russia during a UN conference in 2015, raising concerns about a pattern of harassment against U.S. diplomats. The…
Response to Ten Frequently Asked Questions About the U.S. Green Card Lottery
The U.S. Green Card lottery registration has opened for Iranian citizens, running from October 5 to November 7. The U.S. State Department warns against fraudulent…