April 2018
Donald Trump's Proposal to Meet Kim Jong Un at the 'Peace House'
Donald Trump proposed holding his upcoming meeting with Kim Jong Un at the 'Peace House' on the Korean border, emphasizing its significance over a third…
North Korea 'is ready to shut down its sensitive nuclear facility in two days'
North Korea has expressed readiness to shut down its Punggye-ri nuclear facility in May, inviting experts and journalists for transparency. This development follows a meeting…
Trump on Korean Developments: Everything is Going Well
U.S. President Donald Trump discussed upcoming talks on North Korea with South Korean President Moon Jae-in and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, stating that everything…
Health Ministry Official: 60 Percent of AIDS Patients Are Unaware of Their Condition
The Iranian Health Ministry reports that 60% of AIDS patients are unaware of their condition, with a significant number of infections occurring among young adults.…
North Korea: Our Goal is Complete Nuclear Disarmament
North Korea and South Korea have reaffirmed their commitment to complete nuclear disarmament following a significant meeting between their leaders. The U.S. President has also…
Three More Palestinians Killed in Ongoing Protests at Gaza Border
Three Palestinians were killed during protests at the Gaza-Israel border, raising the death toll to 41 amid ongoing clashes. The UN has criticized Israel for…
Leaders of North and South Korea Meet
Kim Jong Un of North Korea met with South Korean President Moon Jae-in in a historic summit, marking the first time a North Korean leader…
Kim Jong Un Crosses the Border Between North and South Korea on Foot
Kim Jong Un is set to cross into South Korea for a historic meeting aimed at halting nuclear activities, marking the first such visit since…
Pejman: Article 15 of the Constitution Should Be Implemented for All
Masoud Pejman, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, called for the implementation of Article 15 of the Constitution to support all ethnicities in Iran, following…
Trump: North Korean Leader Has Shown Honest and Respectful Behavior
Donald Trump praised North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for his honest behavior and expressed eagerness for a historic meeting to negotiate nuclear disarmament. This…
One of the Senior Houthi Leaders Killed in Saudi-Led Coalition Attack
Saleh al-Sammad, a senior Houthi leader, was killed in a Saudi-led coalition airstrike in Yemen, marking a significant blow to the Houthi political leadership. The…
32 Chinese Citizens Killed in Bus Accident in North Korea
A bus accident in North Korea resulted in the deaths of 32 Chinese tourists and four North Korean citizens, with two others critically injured. This…
The Death Toll from ISIS Suicide Attack in Kabul Reaches 57
A suicide bombing by ISIS at a voter registration center in Kabul has killed at least 57 people, including women and children, and injured 119.…
Trump on Negotiations with North Korea: There is Still a Long Way to Go
President Trump expressed uncertainty about the outcome of nuclear disarmament negotiations with North Korea, despite welcoming Kim Jong-un's announcement to suspend missile and nuclear tests.…
The Death Toll from the Suicide Attack in Western Kabul Rises to 48
A suicide attack in Kabul has killed at least 48 and injured 112, with ISIS claiming responsibility. This incident highlights the ongoing violence in Afghanistan…
Iran's Energy Minister: 334 Cities with 35 Million People Face Water Stress
Iran's Energy Minister has warned that 334 cities, home to 35 million people, are facing severe water stress this year, marking the toughest water supply…
Trump Welcomes Suspension of North Korean Missile and Nuclear Tests
Donald Trump has praised North Korea's decision to suspend all nuclear and missile tests, indicating a significant diplomatic development. This announcement follows a historic meeting…
North Korea Suspends All Its Missile and Nuclear Tests
North Korea has announced the suspension of all nuclear and missile tests, claiming it has achieved its nuclear capabilities. This development comes as U.S. President…
ZTE Seeks Legal Solutions to Face American Restrictions
ZTE is facing a seven-year ban from U.S. technology sales due to its involvement in exporting equipment to Iran and North Korea. The company claims…
Establishment of the First Emergency Contact Line Between the Leaders of North and South Korea
An emergency contact line has been established between North and South Korea ahead of a historic meeting between their leaders, Kim Jong-un and Moon Jae-in.…
Commemoration Ceremony for Jewish Uprising in Warsaw Ghetto Against Nazis
Poland commemorated the 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising against the Nazis with nationwide ceremonies, attended by Polish officials and Jewish leaders. The events…
North Korea has dropped the 'U.S. troop withdrawal' condition for denuclearization
North Korea has dropped its demand for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from South Korea as a condition for denuclearization, signaling a potential shift towards…
Miguel Diaz-Canel Elected President of Cuba
Miguel Diaz-Canel has been elected as the new president of Cuba, marking a significant political shift as he is the first leader outside the Castro…
Note: Miguel Díaz-Canel, a Younger Version of the Castros?
Miguel Díaz-Canel is set to become Cuba's new president, succeeding Raúl Castro, who has promised to step down after his term. Díaz-Canel's rise is seen…
3D Printers; This Time in Service of Spacecraft Manufacturing
NASA is utilizing 3D printing technology to manufacture over 100 parts for the Orion spacecraft, which could facilitate future human missions to Mars. This collaboration…
Trump: I Will Meet with North Korean Leader in the Coming Weeks
Donald Trump announced plans to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to discuss nuclear disarmament, following a secret meeting between Kim and CIA…
Khawand: The Market Does Not Accept the 4200 Toman Dollar
Recent tensions in Iran's currency market have led to rising prices for goods, particularly food, raising inflation concerns. Economist Fereydoun Khawand emphasized that the market…
The Presence of American Human Rights Monitoring Groups in Iran at UN Sessions Officialized
The UN has officially allowed American human rights groups to participate in sessions regarding Iran and North Korea, despite previous opposition from the UN NGO…
CIA Chief Meets with North Korean Leader
Mike Pompeo, the CIA Director, reportedly met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to discuss upcoming negotiations between the U.S. and North Korea. This meeting,…
Trump Announces Direct Negotiations Between the U.S. and North Korea
Donald Trump announced that high-level negotiations are taking place between the U.S. and North Korea ahead of a summit. The discussions involve potential meeting locations…
Saudi Arabia's Readiness to Deploy Military Forces to Syria
Saudi Arabia is prepared to send military forces to Syria as part of a U.S.-led coalition, according to Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir. This readiness comes…
French President Warns Against Nationalist Tendencies in the European Union
French President Emmanuel Macron warned against rising nationalist sentiments within the European Union during a speech at the European Parliament. He emphasized the need for…
Design of Plastic-Eating Enzyme to Combat Environmental Pollution
Scientists have developed a plastic-eating enzyme that can digest PET plastics, which are a major environmental pollutant. The research, led by teams from the University…
Opposition Leader Calls for Continued Street Protests in Armenia
Nikol Pashinyan, the leader of the Armenian opposition, has called for continued protests against the nomination of Serge Sargsyan for Prime Minister, following violent clashes…
American Pastor Denies Allegations of Collaborating with Failed Coup in Turkey
Andrew Brunson, an American pastor, is on trial in Turkey for allegedly collaborating with coup plotters from the 2016 coup attempt. He denies the charges,…
At least 13 killed in two attacks attributed to the Taliban in Afghanistan
At least 13 Afghan security forces were killed in two Taliban attacks in Herat and Paktia provinces. The attacks highlight the ongoing violence in Afghanistan,…
Trump Orders Review of Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement
Donald Trump has reversed his previous stance and ordered a review of the possibility of joining the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a trade agreement aimed at…
Amnesty International: Iran Responsible for Over Half of All Recorded Executions in 2017
Amnesty International's annual report highlights Iran's significant role in global executions, with at least 507 people executed in 2017, accounting for over half of the…
Threat to 'Confront Providers' of Education Related to UNESCO Document in Iranian Schools
The Iranian Minister of Education has threatened to confront any educational initiatives related to UNESCO's 2030 document, which has been shelved in Iran after strong…
What Was the Internet Disruption Incident in Iran?
On April 6, 2018, the hacker group JHT attacked Iran's internet infrastructure, causing significant disruptions. The attack was preventable through timely software updates from Cisco,…
Return of Rasoul Khadem to the Wrestling Federation, Maintaining Previous Positions
Rasoul Khadem has returned to the Wrestling Federation after being urged by members to do so, despite previously resigning over the lack of action against…
Trump expresses hope for 'reaching an agreement on North Korea's nuclear disarmament'
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that his administration has been in contact with North Korea to arrange meetings aimed at discussing nuclear disarmament. This development…
Investigation Continues into Vehicle Collision with People in Münster, Germany
A van struck people at a café in Münster, Germany, resulting in two deaths and 20 injuries. The driver, a 48-year-old German citizen, committed suicide…
Former Brazilian President to Surrender to Police for 12-Year Prison Sentence
Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will surrender to police to begin serving a 12-year prison sentence for bribery charges, which he claims…
A Vehicle Crashes into a Crowd in Germany, Resulting in Two Deaths and Driver's Suicide
A van attack in Münster, Germany, resulted in two deaths and the driver's suicide. Authorities have ruled out Islamist motives, and the investigation is ongoing.…
Former South Korean President Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison
Former South Korean President Park Geun-hye has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for corruption and abuse of power. The ruling follows her impeachment…
Concerns Over Killer Robot Development Lead to Sanctions Against South Korean University
Over 50 AI experts have sanctioned South Korea's KAIST for developing weaponized AI, emphasizing the need for human control over such technologies. The issue raises…
Human Rights Documentation Center Reports 390 Executions in 2017
The Human Rights Documentation Center reported 390 executions in Iran in 2017, including six individuals who were minors at the time of their crimes. The…
The Family of Nasim Aghdam Expresses Sympathy with the Victims of the YouTube Shooting
Nasim Aghdam, an Iranian-American woman, shot three people at YouTube's headquarters before taking her own life, reportedly due to anger over payment issues with the…
Iran Falls Behind by Six Billion Dollars in Non-Oil Export Goals
Iran's non-oil exports reached 47 billion dollars in 2017-2018, falling short of the government's target of 53 billion dollars by six billion. The increase in…
An Iranian-American Lawyer Appointed as Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce
Nazak Nikakhtar, an Iranian-American lawyer, has been appointed as the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, officially sworn in on April 2. This…
Israel Says Its Methods in Response to Gaza Border Protests Will Not Change
Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman affirmed that Israel's response to protests at the Gaza border will remain unchanged, following deadly clashes that resulted in multiple…
A Libyan Court Acquits Muammar Gaddafi's Son of Murder Charges
Saadi Gaddafi, son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been acquitted of murder charges by a Libyan appeals court. This ruling comes amidst ongoing…
China Responds to New US Tariffs: We Will Retaliate
The US has imposed a 25% tariff on 1,300 Chinese goods, prompting China to announce retaliatory measures. This escalation in trade tensions is part of…
Netanyahu Suspends Agreement on African Migrants; UN Calls for Reconsideration
Benjamin Netanyahu suspended a UN agreement regarding the status of African migrants in Israel after facing internal criticism. The UN has urged him to reconsider…
Fire at a Coffee House in Kian Market, Ahvaz Leaves at Least 11 Dead
A fire at a coffee house in Ahvaz has resulted in at least 11 deaths and 14 injuries, with the cause attributed to an unstable…
Washington Criticizes China's New Tariffs on 128 Imported Goods from the U.S.
The U.S. has criticized China's new tariffs on 128 imported goods, claiming they are unfair and a response to U.S. tariffs on Chinese products. This…
Egypt's Election Commission: Sisi Wins with 97% of Votes
Abdel Fattah Sisi has been re-elected as Egypt's president with 97% of the votes, despite a low voter turnout of 41%. The election faced criticism…
Tel Aviv and the UN Agree to Send Economic Migrants from Israel to Western Countries
Israel has reached an agreement with the UN to allow over 16,000 African migrants to resettle in Western countries, halting plans to imprison those who…