February 2024
Prince William Expresses Concern Over Rising Antisemitism in Britain
Prince William raised alarms about increasing antisemitism in Britain during a synagogue visit, highlighting concerns shared by the Jewish community. His comments come amid rising…
The U.S. Sends Draft Agreement for F-16 Fighter Jet Sale to Turkey
The U.S. has sent a draft agreement to Turkey for the sale of F-16 fighter jets following Turkey's approval of Sweden's NATO membership. This development…
Zeynab Jalalian, Political Prisoner: Stay Home for One Day and Do Not Participate in the Sham Elections
Zeynab Jalalian, a Kurdish political prisoner serving a life sentence in Iran, has called for a boycott of the upcoming elections, labeling them as sham.…
Iran's Coordination Council of Teachers' Unions Boycotts 'Mock Elections' of Parliament
The Coordination Council of Teachers' Unions in Iran has announced a boycott of the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing government inefficiency and the lack of accountability…
Parliament Research Center: 10% of Buildings in Tehran Face Earthquake-Induced Collapse Risk
A new report indicates that nearly 10% of Tehran's buildings are at risk of collapse from major earthquakes, with significant infrastructure located on active fault…
Female Political Prisoners Protest in Support of Narges Mohammadi
Female political prisoners in Evin Prison held a sit-in protest to support Narges Mohammadi, who was denied leave to attend her father's funeral. The protest…
The First Day of Peace Talks Between Armenia and Azerbaijan Hosted by Germany
Germany hosted peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan aimed at resolving long-standing tensions following Azerbaijan's recent control over Nagorno-Karabakh. Both countries exchanged war prisoners in…
Palestinian Authority Minister Says He Does Not Expect a 'Miracle' from Moscow Talks for a Unified State
Palestinian Authority Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki expressed skepticism about the upcoming Moscow talks aimed at forming a unified Palestinian government. This comes after the resignation…
In Response to Controversial Ruling in Alabama; Democrats' Efforts to Protect Access to Fertility Treatments
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are legally 'children', prompting Democrats to push for legislation to protect access to IVF. Senator Tammy Duckworth,…
Navalny to be Buried on Friday; Concerns Over Possible Arrests During Ceremony
Alexei Navalny's funeral is set for Friday in Moscow, amidst concerns of police interference and potential arrests of attendees. His allies accuse the Kremlin of…
UN Officials: 576,000 Residents of Gaza on the Brink of Famine
UN officials report that 576,000 residents of Gaza are facing famine, while Israeli officials deny any restrictions on humanitarian aid. The situation is critical, with…
Another Court Session for Tomaj Salehi Scheduled for March 17
Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper, is facing another court session on March 17 for allegedly spreading falsehoods. His supporters are calling for independent investigations into…
Hungary Finally Approves Sweden's NATO Membership
Hungary's parliament has approved Sweden's NATO membership, removing the last barrier for Sweden's historic entry into the alliance amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.…
In Response to Pressures for Governance Reform; Palestinian Prime Minister and Government Resign
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh announced the resignation of his government amid pressures for reform and the need for consensus following the ongoing conflict with…
Ukraine Proposes the Possibility of a 'Peace Summit' Involving Russia
Ukraine is considering inviting Russia to a peace summit to discuss the end of the ongoing invasion, under conditions set by Kyiv. This proposal comes…
Potential Challenge in Salary Payments; A Government Official: The Parliament's Resolution Requires 24 Trillion Tomans
The head of the Administrative and Recruitment Organization warns that a proposed 2% salary increase for government employees requires a substantial budget, potentially leading to…
Trump's Victory in South Carolina Primary; Nikki Haley Looks Ahead to 'Super Tuesday'
Donald Trump won the South Carolina Republican primary with about 60% of the votes, defeating Nikki Haley. This victory solidifies Trump's position for a third…
Fifth Day of Strike at National Steel Group in Ahvaz; Workers Prevent Entry of Managers and Exit of Products
Workers at the National Steel Group in Ahvaz have been on strike for five days, protesting against job suspensions and the incomplete implementation of job…
Expansion of Cooperation Between Egypt and the UAE; Egypt Entrusts Coastal Development to the UAE in a $35 Billion Deal
Egypt has signed a $35 billion deal with the UAE for coastal development to attract foreign investment and address its economic crisis. This investment is…
Blinken: Construction of New Housing Units in the West Bank is 'Contrary to International Law'
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed disappointment over Israel's plan to construct 3,000 new housing units in the West Bank, stating it contradicts international…
Ibrahim Firouzi, Christian convert and former political prisoner, dies of 'heart attack'
Ibrahim Firouzi, a Christian convert and former political prisoner in Iran, has died at 38, reportedly from a heart attack, though some consider his death…
Putin Flies a Nuclear Bomber; Taunts the West Amid Rising Tensions
Vladimir Putin conducted a flight on a nuclear bomber to assert Russia's military capabilities amidst rising tensions with the West over the war in Ukraine…
Scientific Research: Anzali Wetland May Dry Up in 35 Years
A scientific study warns that the Anzali Wetland in Iran may dry up by 2060 due to climate change and human activity. The wetland, crucial…
Israel Bombards Rafah; Clashes Continue in Khan Younis
Israel has intensified its military operations in Rafah, destroying a mosque and homes, while clashes continue in Khan Younis. Ismail Haniyeh of Hamas is in…
German Government Continues to Face Farmers' Discontent
The German government is struggling to address farmers' dissatisfaction over a proposed 3 billion euro support package, which the labor union rejected. Disputes over tax…
Third Day of Strike at National Steel Group in Ahvaz; Workers Block Company Gates
Workers at the National Industrial Steel Group in Ahvaz have entered their third day of strike, blocking company gates in protest against the suspension of…
Economists' Predictions for 2024: Economic Recession in Germany Will Continue
Economists predict that Germany will remain in economic recession throughout 2024, with growth expected to drop to 0.2%. This situation is exacerbated by the impact…
Iranian Writers Association: Mother Tongue is Part of Freedom of Expression
The Iranian Writers Association issued a statement on International Mother Language Day asserting that the mother tongue is integral to freedom of expression. They condemned…
Negotiations Between Coalition Government and German Trade Union Regarding Farmers' Subsidies
German parliamentary representatives will meet to resolve disputes over tax exemptions for farmers following weeks of strikes. The coalition government has proposed a 3 billion…
Iran's National Teachers' Organization Defends 'Right to Education in Mother Tongue': Continuation of Monolingual Policy is Mistaken
The Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Unions issued a statement defending the right to education in one's mother tongue on International Mother Language Day,…
Narges Mohammadi's Initiative; A Group of UN Experts Calls for Criminalization of 'Gender Apartheid'
A group of UN experts has called for the global criminalization of gender apartheid, highlighting the oppression of women under regimes like the Taliban. Narges…
Wall Street Journal: Israel is constructing a new road in Gaza for security control after the war
The Wall Street Journal reports that Israel is building a new road in Gaza to enhance security control after the war with Hamas. Israeli officials…
White House Responds to Alexei Navalny's Death: 'Major Sanctions' Awaiting Russia
The White House is preparing major sanctions against Russia following the death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison. President Biden has accused Putin and…
France says it shot down two drones fired 'from Yemen'
France's Ministry of Defense reported intercepting and destroying two drones launched from Yemen in the Red Sea. This incident follows a broader EU mission to…
Use of VPNs in Iran Declared 'Illegal'; Lawyer: Supreme Council of Cyberspace Has No Legislative Authority
The Supreme Council of Cyberspace in Iran has declared the use of VPNs illegal unless authorized, prompting backlash from legal experts and social media users.…
Joe Biden Announces Review of New Sanctions Against Russia Due to Suspicious Death of Alexei Navalny
Joe Biden has announced a review of new sanctions against Russia following the suspicious death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in prison. Over…
UN Secretary-General: Taliban Set Unacceptable Conditions for Participation in Doha Meeting
The UN Secretary-General announced that the Taliban set unacceptable conditions for attending a consultative meeting in Doha regarding Afghanistan, leading to their absence. The meeting…
Biden Administration's New Strategy; Deadline for Transition to Electric Vehicles and Zero Emissions Delayed
The Biden administration is delaying the transition to electric vehicles and zero emissions by implementing less stringent emission requirements. This change is part of a…
Two-Day UN Meeting in Doha on Afghanistan Without Taliban Representatives
The UN held a two-day meeting in Doha regarding Afghanistan, notably without Taliban representatives. Various countries and civil society members participated, emphasizing the need for…
Searchers Find the 'Arlington' Shipwreck After 84 Years
Searchers have located the shipwreck of the 'Arlington', which sank in 1940 during a storm in Lake Superior. The ship was carrying wheat and its…
Life for Bread; 65% of Workers Earn Less than Minimum Wage, 76% of Injured Workers Were Uninsured
A recent report reveals that 65% of Iranian workers earn less than the minimum wage, and 76% of those injured in workplace accidents were uninsured.…
Netanyahu Accuses Critics of Weakening Israel in War with Hamas; Vows to Enter Rafah Even if a Deal is Reached
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has accused critics of undermining Israel's military efforts against Hamas, asserting that military action in Rafah will continue regardless of potential…
Transformation of the Archaeological Institute into 'Wisdom Studies'; A Researcher: They Have Wasted Six Decades of Scientific Work
The Archaeological Institute of Tehran University has been repurposed into an Institute of Wisdom Studies, sparking outrage among archaeologists and academics. Ehsan Shorabi criticized the…
UN Secretary-General in Munich: The Current World Order Does Not Meet Today's Human Needs
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres criticized the current world order at the Munich Security Conference, stating it fails to meet human needs and leads to horrific…
Opponents of the Afghan Regime to Doha Meeting: Do Not Negotiate with the Taliban in the Absence of the People
Opponents of the Taliban have issued a statement urging the UN not to negotiate with the group without the presence of the Afghan people. They…
Continued Wave of Widespread Arrests in Iran; Hassan Nayeb Hashem: A Sign of Government Fear
The Iranian government continues to arrest political and civil activists, particularly targeting women's rights advocates and opponents of mandatory hijab. Dr. Hassan Nayeb Hashem highlights…
Increased Pressure on Independent Lawyers; Mohammad Reza Kargar Pishneh Moghaddam Arrested in Karaj
Mohammad Reza Kargar Pishneh Moghaddam, a lawyer known for defending protesters, was arrested in Karaj without clear charges. This incident reflects the increasing pressure on…
Israeli Officials Reject Idea of a 'Palestinian State'
Israeli officials, including Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, have rejected the idea of a Palestinian state, responding to a Washington Post report about U.S. plans for…
Economist Warns of Economic Collapse: 60% Inflation Not Unthinkable
An economist warns that inflation in Iran could exceed 60% next year, significantly higher than the government's estimate of 40%. This situation is exacerbated by…
U.S. Congresswoman: Sexual Violence, Rape, and Brutality are Hamas's Strategy Against Civilians
U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and other officials condemned Hamas's use of sexual violence as a strategy against civilians during a recent awareness event. This…
Continuation of Houthi Threats; Change of Route for Greek Commercial Ships from the Red Sea
Houthi militants have intensified attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea, prompting Greek shipping company Star Bulk to change its routes away from the…
Research Report; 'Inflation Record-Breaking' in the Islamic Republic
A report reveals that inflation during Ebrahim Raisi's presidency has reached unprecedented levels, matching the total inflation of the last 15 years of the Shah's…
The U.S. Calls for Global Pressure on the Islamic Republic to Halt Houthi Attacks
The U.S. has called for global pressure on Iran to stop Houthi attacks on international shipping, following a UN report highlighting the threats posed by…
Shahbaz Sharif Elected Prime Minister of Pakistan in Agreement with Five Parties
Shahbaz Sharif has been elected Prime Minister of Pakistan through a coalition agreement with five parties. This marks his second term, following a period of…
UN: Syrian Refugees Face Kidnapping, Torture, and Sexual Abuse Upon Return to Their Country
The UN reports that Syrian refugees returning home face severe human rights violations, including torture and sexual abuse, particularly affecting women. This situation arises amid…
US: The likelihood of inviting Ukraine to join NATO at the upcoming summit is low
The US ambassador to NATO indicated that Ukraine is unlikely to receive an invitation to join NATO at the upcoming summit in July, despite its…
Consequences of Inflation; Workers Without Fixed Salaries Concerned About Wage Justice
As inflation rises in Iran, dissatisfaction among workers, particularly those without fixed salaries, is growing regarding wage justice. Labor activists highlight that employers exploit legal…
Europe's Increased Dependence on Norwegian Energy Raises Concerns Over Sabotage in the Country's Facilities
Norway's energy facilities are increasingly vulnerable to sabotage due to Europe's growing dependence on its oil and gas, as highlighted by Lars Christian Amundsen of…
Researchers: Predicting Dementia 10 Years Before Onset May Be Possible
Researchers from the UK and China have discovered a method to predict dementia, including Alzheimer’s, over a decade before diagnosis through blood tests. This breakthrough…
20% Wage Increase for Workers Confirmed; Guardian Council Approves Salary Increase for Employees and Pensioners
The Guardian Council has approved a 20% wage increase for employees and pensioners, but labor activists argue that this is insufficient compared to the rising…
Israeli Army Begins Attack on Rafah; At Least 10 Reported Dead in Early Hours
The Israeli army has launched airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza, resulting in at least 10 deaths. U.S. President Biden has urged Israel to ensure the safety…
Biden and Netanyahu Discuss 'Common Goal' of Defeating Hamas and Ensuring Security for Refugees in Rafah
U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed their shared goal of defeating Hamas and ensuring the safety of refugees in Rafah…
UN Rapporteur's Claim about 'October 7 Victims' Provokes Israeli Anger
Israeli Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz demanded the dismissal of UN rapporteur Francesca Albanese after she suggested that the October 7 Hamas attack was a response…
Israel Reports Discovery of Hamas Tunnels Beneath UNRWA Headquarters in Gaza
The Israeli army has discovered Hamas tunnels beneath the UNRWA headquarters in Gaza, leading to the suspension of financial aid from multiple countries. This situation…
Pakistani Army Calls Elections Successful; Global Community Demands Transparency
The Pakistani Army declared the recent parliamentary elections successful, while both Nawaz Sharif and Imran Khan claim victory amidst allegations of electoral irregularities. The international…
A Loan for Not Owning a Home; Buying 8.5 Meters of House with a 960 Million Toman Housing Loan
The Tasnim news agency reported that a 960 million toman housing loan allows for the purchase of only 8.5 square meters of housing, highlighting the…
Biden Describes Israel's Military Response in Gaza as 'Excessive'
President Biden criticized Israel's military response in Gaza as excessive, urging for a temporary ceasefire in exchange for hostages. Netanyahu rejected Hamas's ceasefire proposal, vowing…
A UN Committee Accuses Russia of Violating the Rights of Ukrainian Children
The UN Committee on the Rights of the Child has accused Russia of violating the rights of Ukrainian children through excessive use of explosives and…
China's Government Intensifies Pressure on Human Rights Activists and Their Associates
Li Qiaochu, a Chinese feminist activist, has been sentenced to over three years in prison, seen as retaliation by the Chinese government against those connected…
UN Secretary-General: The World Has Entered an 'Era of Chaos'
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres declared that the world is in an 'era of chaos,' highlighting widespread anger and conflict. He called for urgent reforms in…
UN Secretary-General Expresses Concern Over Expansion of Israeli Operations in Rafah, Southern Gaza
The UN Secretary-General raised alarms about the worsening humanitarian situation in Rafah, Gaza, due to Israeli military operations. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken echoed…
Azerbaijan Election Poll: Aliyev Wins with Over 90% of Votes
Azerbaijan's presidential election exit poll shows Ilham Aliyev winning with 93.9% of the votes amid allegations of unfair practices. Human rights groups criticize the election's…
Explosion Near Election Candidates' Offices in Pakistan; 26 Killed
Two explosions in Balochistan, Pakistan, killed 26 people and injured dozens, raising security concerns ahead of parliamentary elections. The attacks occurred near the offices of…
Buckingham Palace: Charles III, King of Britain, has cancer
King Charles III of Britain has been diagnosed with cancer and will postpone public duties while undergoing treatment. He remains optimistic about his recovery and…
Suspended Death Sentence Issued for Australian Writer in China on Espionage Charges
Yang Hengjun, an Australian writer, has been sentenced to a suspended death penalty in China on espionage charges, threatening the recently improving relations between Australia…
At least 10 killed in militants' attack on security forces in Pakistan
Militants attacked a police station in northwest Pakistan, killing at least 10 police officers and wounding several others. This incident occurs just days before national…
The Head of 'IRIB' Also Rejects Minimum Wage; Jabali: We Pay Based on Inflation, Not the 20% Legal Increase
Peyman Jabali, the head of IRIB, announced that the organization will not follow the legal budget increase of 20% for wages, opting instead to pay…
A Russian Astronaut Breaks the Record for '878 Days' Living in Space
Russian astronaut Oleg Kononenko has set a new world record for the longest time spent in space, surpassing Gennady Padalka's previous record. This achievement highlights…
Netanyahu: Israel Will Not Agree to 'Any Deal at Any Cost'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared the destruction of Hamas as his primary goal, contingent upon specific conditions. He firmly stated that Israel will…
Knife and Hammer Attack in Paris; Attacker Injures 3 People
A knife and hammer attack in Paris injured three people, with the assailant reportedly showing signs of mental illness. The attacker, who has not been…
Strike of 90,000 Bus and Tram Drivers in Germany Disrupts Urban Travel for Millions
Bus and tram drivers in Germany have gone on strike, joining intercity train and airport staff, disrupting urban travel for millions. The Verdi trade union…
Gas Consumption Alarm Sounds; Gas Supply Far Off; Gas Cutoff Very Close
Iran is facing a gas consumption crisis as daily usage has surpassed 70% of production due to a drop in temperatures. Government officials are urging…
The U.S. is Considering Consular Presence in Afghanistan Without Recognizing the Taliban Government
The U.S. is considering a limited consular presence in Afghanistan without recognizing the Taliban government, reflecting a potential shift in policy aimed at achieving security…
UN: Al-Qaeda and Taliban Assist in Executing Terrorist Attacks in Pakistan
The UN report reveals that Al-Qaeda has set up training camps in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan and is aiding the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in executing attacks against…
Strike at German Airports; Hundreds of Flights Canceled, Europe's Largest Economy Affected
Flight security personnel in Germany went on strike, resulting in the cancellation of over 1,100 flights and affecting around 200,000 passengers. The strike is part…