January 2017
French Foreign Minister: We Plan to Double Visa Issuance for Iranians
The French Foreign Minister announced plans to double the number of visas issued to Iranians, aiming to facilitate travel to France amidst a backdrop of…
Serena Williams Wins 23rd Grand Slam Title
Serena Williams won her 23rd Grand Slam title by defeating her sister Venus in the Australian Open final. This victory puts her just one title…
Nikki Haley: The U.S. Supports Its Allies
Nikki Haley has been confirmed as the U.S. Ambassador to the UN, emphasizing the Trump administration's commitment to supporting allies and holding accountable those who…
British Prime Minister: Donald Trump has declared his full support for NATO
British Prime Minister Theresa May announced that U.S. President Donald Trump has declared his full support for NATO, emphasizing a strong commitment to the alliance.…
Military Smuggling Shipment Discovered from Plane Bound for Iran in Kyiv
Ukrainian border guards discovered a shipment of military equipment, specifically parts for the Fagot anti-tank missile system, on a plane bound for Iran. The incident…
Death of a Kolbar and Three Kolbars Falling into a Ravine in Baneh, Kurdistan
In Baneh, Kurdistan, a kolbar was killed and three others were hospitalized after falling into a ravine while fleeing from border patrols. They had attempted…
British Prime Minister Announces Complete Exit from the European Union
British Prime Minister Theresa May announced the country's complete exit from the European Union, including the single market, while inviting the EU to negotiate a…
Farewell of the First Iranian-American Ambassador in Sweden to the First Iranian-Swedish Minister
Azita Raji, the first female U.S. ambassador to Sweden, held a farewell party ahead of her departure on January 20. The event was attended by…
Britain, Displeased with Paris Meeting, Refuses to Endorse Final Statement
Britain has refused to endorse the final statement of the Paris Middle East peace conference, expressing dissatisfaction with the absence of Israeli and Palestinian representatives.…
Spain's Hopes for Selling Warships to Saudi Arabia
King Felipe VI of Spain is visiting Saudi Arabia to finalize a two billion euro deal for the sale of military ships, which has faced…
Grounding of Sukhoi 100 in Russia and Mexico
The grounding of the Sukhoi 100 jets due to technical defects has raised doubts about Iranian companies' interest in purchasing them. While three Iranian airlines…
German Police Official: The Berlin Attack Perpetrator Used at Least 14 Different Identities
Anis Amri, the perpetrator of the Berlin Christmas market attack, used at least 14 different identities and was assessed as a potential security threat by…
German Police Arrest Individual Linked to Berlin Attack Perpetrator
German police have arrested a Tunisian man linked to Anis Amri, the main suspect in the 2016 Berlin Christmas market attack that killed 12 people.…