January 2015
ISIS Releases Images of Second Japanese Hostage Beheading
ISIS has released a video showing the beheading of Japanese journalist Kenji Goto, following the earlier execution of another hostage, Haruna Yukawa. The Japanese government…
Unrest and Protests in Pakistan in Response to Bombing at Shia Mosque
Thousands of Shia Muslims protested in Pakistan following a suicide bombing at a Shia mosque that killed 61 people. The attack, claimed by a Sunni…
Inventor of Laser and Nobel Prize Winner Charles Hard Townes Passes Away
Charles Hard Townes, the inventor of the laser and Nobel Prize-winning physicist, has died at the age of 99. His groundbreaking work in laser technology…
Islamic State's Deadline: The Life of Jordanian Pilot in Exchange for Sajida al-Rishawi's Freedom
The Islamic State has issued a deadline to Jordan to release Sajida al-Rishawi, a suicide bomber, in exchange for the life of Jordanian pilot Muath…
Israel to the UN: We Reserve the Right to Defend Ourselves Against Hezbollah
Israel has communicated to the UN that it will take necessary actions to defend itself against Hezbollah following an attack that killed two Israeli soldiers.…
Litvinenko, former Russian intelligence officer, likely 'was poisoned twice'
New evidence reveals that Alexander Litvinenko was poisoned twice with radioactive plutonium before his death in 2006, contradicting previous beliefs. This case continues to strain…
The U.S. Embassy in Yemen Has Closed
The U.S. has closed its embassy in Yemen due to security concerns following the resignation of the Yemeni president and ongoing instability. The closure comes…
New Nuclear Agreement Between India and the United States
The U.S. and India have reached a new agreement regarding the insurance of India's nuclear facilities, facilitating American companies' involvement in their construction. This agreement…
Victory of the Leftist Party 'Syriza' in Greek Elections
The leftist party Syriza, led by Alexis Tsipras, won a significant victory in the Greek parliamentary elections, signaling an end to years of austerity imposed…
Leader of Ukrainian Separatists: We Will Not Negotiate
Alexander Zakharchenko, leader of the Russian-backed separatists in eastern Ukraine, announced that they will not engage in peace talks and will continue fighting until they…
Choose Your Favorite Option: Select the Best Song of Bahman Month on Radio Farda
Radio Farda conducted a poll for listeners to select the best song of Bahman month, with 'Tehran' by Siavash Ghomayshi leading the votes. The survey…
European Central Bank to Purchase 60 Billion Euros in Bonds Monthly
The European Central Bank has announced a bond purchasing program to buy 60 billion euros worth of bonds monthly to stimulate the economy and combat…
The Impact of Dog Killings on Iran's Environment
The article discusses the ongoing practice of dog killings in Iran, which is justified by religious beliefs regarding the impurity of dogs. Despite laws against…
Shia Houthi Rebels and the President of Yemen Reach 'Agreement'
The President of Yemen, Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, has reached an agreement with Houthi rebels to cease hostilities and grant them more authority in governance. This…
Iraqi Kurdish Peshmerga Recapture Four Areas from ISIS
Kurdish Peshmerga forces in Iraq have successfully recaptured four areas from ISIS in a recent offensive supported by international airstrikes. This operation is significant as…
New Technology for Treating Spinal Cord Injuries
A new technology called 'e-Dura' has been developed to reconnect severed nerve cells to the spinal cord, preventing rejection by the body. This breakthrough has…
UN Warning: 11 Million Increase in Unemployed Individuals in the Next Five Years
The UN warns of a projected increase of 11 million unemployed individuals globally over the next five years due to economic slowdown and fluctuations. The…
Australia: Protest Movement of Refugees Comes to an End
Protests by refugees in Australia and Papua New Guinea have reportedly ended, but many continue their hunger strike under dire health conditions. The situation raises…
Anna Todd: From Erotic Fantasies to Multi-Million Dollar Contracts
Anna Todd, a former One Direction fan, has turned her erotic fan fiction into a lucrative publishing deal and film rights acquisition. Her first book,…
Top Song Options - Bahman 1393: Choose Your Favorite to Select 10 Works for the Top Songs List of Radio Farda
Radio Farda conducted a poll for listeners to select their favorite songs for the top songs list of Bahman 1393. The poll featured various artists…
Strong Opposition from the U.S. to ICC Criminal Investigations Regarding Israel
The U.S. has expressed strong opposition to the ICC's decision to investigate Israel for alleged war crimes in Palestinian territories. This development follows a request…
How Much Chance Do Reformists Have?
The reformists in Iran are attempting to re-establish their political presence by calling for free elections and protesting the restrictions on opposition leaders. Their recent…
Iran and US Foreign Ministers Meet in Paris
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and US Secretary of State John Kerry met in Paris to discuss the ongoing nuclear negotiations. This meeting comes…
Australian Immigration Minister's Reaction to Protests by Hundreds of Refugees on Manus Island
Australian Immigration Minister Peter Dutton expressed concern over protests by refugees on Manus Island, where many have gone on hunger strike and sewn their lips…
Zarif and Kerry Likely to Meet Again in Paris on Friday
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif are likely to meet again in Paris on Friday, following a six-hour…
Some Refugees in Papua New Guinea Sew Their Lips Shut
Refugees in Papua New Guinea are protesting their dire conditions by sewing their lips shut and going on hunger strikes, with reports of self-harm and…
German Leaders Attend Muslim Gathering to Promote Tolerance
German leaders, including Chancellor Angela Merkel and President Joachim Gauck, attended a Muslim gathering in Berlin to promote tolerance following anti-Islam protests in Dresden. The…
North Korea Proposes Direct Dialogue with the U.S.
North Korea has proposed direct negotiations with the U.S. to suspend its nuclear programs in exchange for halting U.S.-South Korea military exercises. The U.S. has…
Letter to Ayatollah Khamenei; Request for the Release of Political Prisoners
Ahmad Montazeri has appealed to Ayatollah Khamenei to end the Guardian Council's electoral oversight and to free political prisoners. This request highlights ongoing concerns about…
Egypt's Supreme Court Acquits Hosni Mubarak of Corruption Charges
Egypt's Supreme Court acquitted former President Hosni Mubarak of corruption charges, ordering a retrial while leaving his custody status unclear. This ruling has sparked mixed…
Obama: Palestinian accession to the International Criminal Court is not constructive
Barack Obama communicated to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu that the Palestinian Authority's bid to join the International Criminal Court is not constructive and undermines trust…
South Korean President Expresses Readiness to Meet North Korean Leader
South Korean President Park Geun-hye has expressed her willingness to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un without preconditions to discuss potential reunification. This marks a…
Fitch International Rating Agency Downgrades Russia's Credit Rating
Fitch has downgraded Russia's credit rating to 'BBB' due to falling oil prices and economic sanctions related to the Ukraine crisis. Russian officials claim the…
Boko Haram Uses 10-Year-Old Girl for Suicide Attack, Killing 20
Boko Haram carried out a suicide attack using a 10-year-old girl in Nigeria, resulting in at least 20 deaths and numerous injuries. This incident highlights…
UN Secretary-General Accepts Palestine's Membership Request to the International Criminal Court
The UN Secretary-General has accepted Palestine's request to join the International Criminal Court, effective April 1, 2015. This move allows Palestinians to file complaints against…
The Interview Becomes Sony's Best-Selling Online Film
Sony's 'The Interview' has become its best-selling online film after a controversial release following cyberattacks attributed to North Korea. The film's success, generating $31 million…
The Stubbornness of Improvisation: A Look at the Establishment of the World Club Wrestling Championship
The Iranian Wrestling Federation has established the World Club Championship, a bold initiative aimed at enhancing global wrestling participation. However, the exclusion of women's wrestling…
Increased Pressure on the Euro Amid Concerns Over Greece's Future in the Eurozone
Global stock markets are experiencing declines due to concerns over Greece's potential exit from the eurozone and the impact of falling oil prices. The euro…
Confrontation Between Supporters and Opponents of the Anti-Islam Movement in Germany
On January 15, 2015, 18,000 demonstrators protested against the 'Islamization' of Europe in Dresden, Germany, while counter-protests occurred in several cities. The anti-Islam group Pegida…
Lebanon Restricts Entry of Syrian Citizens
Lebanon has implemented new visa restrictions for Syrian citizens, limiting their entry and stay in the country amid concerns over the impact of the Syrian…
The Perpetrator of Attacks on Women in Jahrom Sentenced to Death
Saeed Beheshtifar has been sentenced to death for attacking women in Jahrom with a knife, injuring nine women. His actions were reportedly motivated by a…
17% of Street Children in Iran Have Consumed Alcohol
A recent report indicates that 17.3% of street children in Iran have consumed alcohol, with alarming statistics on drug use and sexual abuse among this…
Liberman: Israel's Biggest Challenge in 2015 is Not Iran but Europe
Avigdor Liberman, Israel's Foreign Minister, highlighted that Western Europe poses a greater challenge to Israel than Iran or the Palestinians in 2015. He criticized European…
Israel to 'Stop' Tax Payments to Palestinians
Israel has decided to stop tax payments to the Palestinians, amounting to approximately $127 million, in response to their request to join the International Criminal…
The World Can Overcome Ebola by the End of 2015
Anthony Banbury, the UN Ebola response chief, believes the world can control the Ebola outbreak in West Africa by the end of 2015, despite ongoing…
The Average Age of Marriage for Men in Iran Has Reached 28 Years
The average age of marriage in Iran has increased to 28 for men and 24 for women, with fertility rates dropping below replacement levels. This…
Palestine Submits Request for Membership in the International Criminal Court
Palestine has officially submitted its request for membership in the International Criminal Court, despite opposition from Israel and the United States. This move could allow…
New Research Findings: Two-Thirds of Cancer Cases Are Just 'Bad Luck'
A new study suggests that two-thirds of cancer cases are primarily due to random DNA mutations rather than lifestyle choices or genetics. This finding has…
Kerry and Lavrov Discuss Ukraine and Middle East Crisis
John Kerry and Sergei Lavrov held a phone conversation regarding the crises in Ukraine and the Middle East, highlighting ongoing tensions between the U.S. and…
Iraq in 2014; Between the 'Islamic State' and the Islamic Republic
In 2014, Iraq faced severe internal violence and the rise of ISIS following the withdrawal of foreign forces. The political landscape was complicated by the…
North Korean Leader: We Can Engage in Dialogue if Seoul Wishes
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un expressed readiness for high-level talks with South Korea if they are sincere in their desire for dialogue. This comes after…
Iranian Scientist Who Fought Against Ebola
Pardis Sabeti, an Iranian-American scientist at Harvard, was recognized by Time magazine in 2014 for her efforts in combating the Ebola virus. Her research focuses…