February 2017
South Korea Calls for Suspension of North Korea's Membership in the United Nations
South Korea has called for North Korea's suspension from the UN following the assassination of Kim Jong-nam using a banned chemical weapon. Malaysia is charging…
"Clean Government" and "Oil Violations"
The Rouhani government is addressing oil violations from Ahmadinejad's administration in the upcoming budget bill as the presidential election approaches. Hamid Reza Baqaei, a key…
International Monetary Fund: Stability of Poverty and Unemployment Rates Despite Iran's Economic Growth
The IMF's latest report indicates that despite Iran's projected economic growth of 6.6% this year, unemployment is expected to remain high at around 12.2%, and…
Victory of Esteghlal Tehran and Esteghlal Khuzestan in the AFC Champions League
Esteghlal Tehran and Esteghlal Khuzestan both secured victories in the AFC Champions League, with Esteghlal Tehran defeating Al-Taawoun 3-0 and Esteghlal Khuzestan beating Al-Jazira 1-0.…
Iraqi Forces Capture Important Bridge Over Tigris River
Iraqi forces, supported by the U.S., have captured a crucial bridge over the Tigris River in their offensive against ISIS in Mosul. This advance is…
Exploitation of Vast Natural Heat Resources Underground in China
Sinopec is shifting focus to geothermal energy in China, drilling wells for heating despite initial oil exploration failures. This move aims to reduce coal dependency…
Head of the Welfare Committee: 11 Million Iranians Live Below the Poverty Line
Parviz Fattah, head of Iran's Welfare Committee, announced that 11 million Iranians are living below the poverty line based on the minimum wage of 812,000…
Continued Advance of Iraqi Forces in Western Mosul
Iraqi forces are advancing towards a strategic bridge in western Mosul, aiming to connect the western and eastern parts of the city. This operation is…
Long-term Effects of Social Issues on the Islamic Republic
The Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution has approved new regulations for addressing social issues in Iran, highlighting ongoing concerns from sociologists and Ayatollah Khamenei.…
Dozens Killed in Suicide Attack in City Controlled by Bashar al-Assad Forces
A series of suicide bombings in Homs, Syria, have resulted in over 80 deaths, including a high-ranking military official. These attacks coincide with ongoing peace…
Kazem Gilanpour; His Last Wish Was to Have His Ashes Scattered on the Summit of Damavand
Kazem Gilanpour, a prominent figure in Iranian sports journalism and skiing, passed away at the age of 95, expressing a final wish to have his…
Malaysia: VX Nerve Agent Used in the Murder of Kim Jong-nam
Malaysian police have identified VX nerve agent as the poison used to murder Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Two women…
Muslims, Terrorism, and Islamophobia
The article discusses the complex relationship between Islam, Muslims, and terrorism, highlighting differing views on the role of Muslims in terrorism and the phenomenon of…
Syrian Peace Talks Resume in Geneva After a 10-Month Break
Syrian peace talks have resumed in Geneva after a 10-month break, with Russia dismissing calls for Assad's resignation. The talks aim to address political transition,…
Cartoonists' Campaign in Support of Mehdi Rajabian
A campaign by 'United Designs' in France seeks global cartoonists' support for Mehdi Rajabian, an imprisoned musician. The Rajabian brothers were sentenced for charges related…
De Mistura: I Do Not Expect Quick Success in the New Round of Syrian Negotiations
Stefan de Mistura, the UN special envoy for Syria, expressed skepticism about achieving quick success in the upcoming peace talks in Geneva. The talks are…
Canadian-Made Engines Do Not Prevent ATR Aircraft from Entering Iran
Iran is close to finalizing a contract to purchase 20 ATR aircraft, overcoming previous obstacles related to Canadian-made engines. The deal is significant for enhancing…
Discovery of a Star with Seven Earth-like Planets Orbiting It
Astronomers have discovered a star with seven Earth-like planets orbiting it, located 39 light-years away. NASA scientists are investigating the atmospheres of these planets for…
Iran: A Long Way to Go for a Free Economy
The Heritage Foundation's annual report has ranked Iran 155th in economic freedom, improving from 171st last year. Despite this improvement, Iran remains near the bottom…
Malaysian Police: A Senior North Korean Diplomat Among Suspects in Kim Jong-nam's Murder
Malaysian police have identified a senior North Korean diplomat as a suspect in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader…
Marine Le Pen Refuses to Meet Lebanon's Grand Mufti; 'I Will Not Wear a Headscarf'
Marine Le Pen canceled her meeting with Lebanon's Grand Mufti after refusing to wear a headscarf, citing her previous experiences with religious leaders. She also…
Donald Trump Condemns 'Distressing and Painful' Threats Against Jewish Centers in America
Donald Trump condemned anti-Semitic threats against Jewish centers in the U.S., marking a shift from his previous reluctance to address the issue. The North American…
Ilham Aliyev Appoints His Wife as First Vice President of Azerbaijan
Ilham Aliyev has appointed his wife, Mehriban Aliyeva, as the First Vice President of Azerbaijan, a position created by a recent referendum. This move consolidates…
February 21: International Mother Language Day
UNESCO has designated February 21 as International Mother Language Day to promote linguistic and cultural diversity. The day commemorates the protests in 1952 by Bengali…
Famine in South Sudan; 'Nearly Five Million People Need Immediate Assistance'
South Sudan is facing a severe famine with nearly five million people in need of immediate assistance, exacerbated by civil war and economic collapse. International…
NASA Sends Explorer Robots to Antarctica
NASA is sending explorer robots to Antarctica to search for signs of extraterrestrial life, focusing on the Erebus volcano as a testing ground. This research…
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Passes Away
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, has died while on duty, one day before his 65th birthday. His passing has drawn condolences and…
Iraqi Forces Advance Towards Mosul Airport
Iraqi forces, with US support, are advancing towards Mosul Airport to reclaim the city from ISIS control. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the operation, emphasizing…
Iraqi Prime Minister Announces Operations in Western Mosul
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi announced the start of operations to retake western Mosul from ISIS, marking a significant military campaign. The operation aims to…
Trump Criticizes Media Again in Speech in Florida
In a recent speech in Florida, President Trump criticized the media for spreading fake news and reiterated his plans to establish a safe zone in…
Health Ministry Official: 55% of Deaths in Iran are Premature
A health ministry official revealed that 55% of deaths in Iran are premature, primarily due to cardiovascular diseases linked to obesity and poor lifestyle choices.…
The Possibility of the Return of Woolly Mammoths
Scientists at Harvard University are working on reviving the extinct woolly mammoth using genetic engineering, with a goal to create a mammoth-elephant hybrid embryo in…
Nikki Haley: The U.S. Supports the Two-State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Nikki Haley affirmed U.S. support for the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, despite conflicting statements from Donald Trump who expressed openness to both one-state…
U.S. President: I Inherited a Chaotic Situation
U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he inherited a chaotic situation both domestically and internationally, attacking the media for spreading misinformation. He announced plans for a…
Netanyahu Expresses 'Willingness' to Slow Construction Following Meeting with Trump
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed a willingness to slow construction in disputed territories after a meeting with President Trump, who urged restraint on settlement activities.…
Malaysia: Second Suspect Arrested in the Murder of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Malaysian police have arrested a second suspect in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who was killed at…
Trump Says He Accepts 'One State' Solution for Israel and Palestinians
Donald Trump has indicated a willingness to accept either a one-state or two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, diverging from traditional U.S. policy. This shift…
White House Official: Trump's Support for Israeli-Palestinian Peace, Even Without a 'Two-State Solution'
A White House official stated that Trump supports peace between Israel and Palestine, even without a two-state solution. This comes ahead of a meeting between…
Half-brother of North Korean leader killed in Malaysia
Kim Jong Nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, was reportedly killed in Malaysia. His death is shrouded in mystery, with…
Human Rights Watch: Syrian Army Used Chemical Weapons in Aleppo Operations
Human Rights Watch reports that the Syrian army used chemical weapons in residential areas of Aleppo during the city's final takeover. The Syrian government has…
Sweden's 'Feminist' Government Faces Criticism for Wearing Hijabs in Iran
Sweden's female politicians, including Minister An Linde, faced backlash for wearing hijabs during their visit to Iran, contradicting the government's claim of a feminist foreign…
Police Spokesman: No Special Instructions for Valentine's Day, But Businesses Have Been Informed
The Iranian police have stated that there are no special instructions for Valentine's Day this year, despite previous prohibitions. Businesses have been informed, and celebrations…
Syrian Government Ready to Exchange Prisoners with Rebels
The Syrian government has expressed its willingness to exchange prisoners with rebel groups, a move intended to foster trust ahead of upcoming peace talks. This…
200,000 Residents Near the Tallest Dam in the U.S. Evacuated Due to Collapse Risk
Around 200,000 residents near the Oroville Dam in California were evacuated due to fears of a potential collapse from heavy rains. Although the immediate danger…
North Korea Tests a Ballistic Missile
North Korea conducted a ballistic missile test towards the Sea of Japan, confirmed by the U.S. and seen as a show of force against the…
Bodies of Two Victims of Qom Metro Collapse Retrieved
Two workers died in a collapse at the Qom Metro site, with ongoing efforts to find others trapped. The incident has drawn attention from local…
Tehran Prosecutor Reports on the Reversal of Qisas Sentences for Six Defendants Under 18
The Tehran prosecutor has announced the acceptance of six requests to reverse death sentences for defendants under 18, highlighting a shift in judicial practices regarding…
Warning from an Official: No Information Exists on 256 Towers in Tehran
Peyrooz Hanachi warns that 256 towers in Tehran lack safety information, posing a significant risk of disaster similar to the Plasco building collapse. This situation…
Abbas: New Law on Israeli Settlements is an Attack on Palestinians
Mahmoud Abbas condemned a new Israeli law that legalizes settlements on Palestinian land, calling it an attack on Palestinians. The law has sparked international criticism…
Betsy DeVos Confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary by Vote of Vice President Pence
Betsy DeVos was confirmed as U.S. Education Secretary after a tie vote in the Senate was broken by Vice President Mike Pence. Despite strong opposition…
Fewer Homeowners, More Renters
Between 2004 and 2014, Iran saw a significant decrease in homeowners and an increase in renters, particularly in urban areas. The reliance on free housing…
Civilian Casualties and Injuries in Afghanistan; 'Unprecedented in Recent Years'
The UN report reveals a dramatic increase in civilian casualties in Afghanistan, with nearly 11,500 affected in 2016, one-third of whom are children. The report…
Trump and Ukrainian President's Phone Conversation: 'We Will Help Establish Peace at the Borders'
U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko discussed peace efforts at the Ukraine-Russia borders and the potential for a future meeting. They emphasized…
Sharif University Professors Call for Easing Visa Issuance for American Citizens
Over 70 professors from Sharif University have called on the Iranian government to ease visa restrictions for American citizens in response to a U.S. travel…
Results of a Recent Poll on the Temporary Ban on Entry of Citizens from Seven Countries
A new poll indicates that a majority of Americans support Trump's temporary ban on entry for citizens from seven predominantly Muslim countries. This executive order…
ATR Ready to Fly to Iran
Iran is set to purchase 20 ATR 72 aircraft from ATR, with a contract value of $400 million. This acquisition aims to enhance domestic air…
US Ambassador to the UN Condemns Russia's 'Violent Actions'
Nikki Haley, the new US Ambassador to the UN, condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine and stated that sanctions will remain until Crimea is returned. This…
Trump: All Options Against Iran Are on the Table
Donald Trump affirmed that all options, including military ones, remain available against Iran's ballistic missile program. This statement follows a warning from National Security Advisor…
British Parliament Votes to Begin Process of Leaving the European Union
The British Parliament has approved a bill allowing Prime Minister Theresa May to start formal negotiations for leaving the EU, with a significant majority voting…
Motahari Calls for Referral of Parliament's Resolution on Disqualified Candidates to the Expediency Council
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, has called for the Parliament's resolution on disqualifying candidates after elections to be sent to the Expediency…