February 2024
Closure of a Sports Club in Pardis Due to Dance Classes
A sports club in Pardis, Tehran was shut down for conducting unauthorized dance classes, including ballet and Zumba, which have been prohibited by local authorities.…
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…
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…
US Dollar Increased by 900 Tomans in One Day: Entering the 59,000 Tomans Channel
The US dollar price in Iran surged by 900 tomans in one day, crossing the 59,000 tomans mark, attributed to government policies. This increase has…
End of One of the Largest Trials in the Netherlands; Ridwan Taqi Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Ridwan Taqi, a key figure in a major Dutch drug gang, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for ordering multiple murders. The trial, which lasted…
Kurdistan Human Rights Network: Three prisoners accused of 'spying for Israel' were tortured before execution
Three Kurdish prisoners accused of spying for Israel were tortured before their execution in Iran. Despite claims of potential pardon, they were executed without notice,…
Ally of Alexei Navalny Claims He Was About to Be Exchanged Before Suspicious Death
Maria Pevchikh, an ally of Alexei Navalny, claims he was about to be exchanged for a Russian prisoner before his suspicious death, which she alleges…
US: Resignation of Palestinian Authority Cabinet is a Positive Step Towards Reforms
The U.S. State Department welcomed the resignation of the Palestinian Authority cabinet, viewing it as a positive step towards necessary reforms. Mahmoud Abbas accepted the…
Continued Decline of National Currency Value; Dollar Enters 58,000 Toman Channel
The value of the Iranian national currency continues to decline, with the dollar reaching 58,000 tomans. Experts attribute this trend to US Treasury policies and…
Russian Officials Handed Over Alexei Navalny's Body to His Mother
Russian officials have returned the body of opposition leader Alexei Navalny to his mother amidst accusations from his widow against President Putin. The incident has…
Yulia Navalnaya to Russian Authorities: Return Alexei Navalny's Body to His Family
Yulia Navalnaya has demanded the return of her husband Alexei Navalny's body from Russian authorities, accusing Putin of holding it hostage. Navalny's suspicious death in…
US Sanctions Largest Shipping Company and Owner of Russian State Oil Tankers
The US has sanctioned 'Sukamflot', Russia's largest shipping company, to hinder its oil revenue amid ongoing sanctions against Russia for its actions in Ukraine. This…
Amnesty International Calls for 'Immediate' Release of Abbas Vahidiyan and Provision of Medical Care
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Abbas Vahidiyan, a political activist imprisoned in Iran, who is suffering from serious health issues without…
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…
Support from the US, UK, France, and Germany; Rutte is the main candidate to succeed Stoltenberg at NATO
The US, UK, France, and Germany have backed Mark Rutte of the Netherlands to succeed Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Secretary General. This support comes at…
Journalist Fined; Hadi Kasai-Zadeh: 'I Was Imprisoned Next to the Toilet'
Hadi Kasai-Zadeh, a journalist in Iran, has been fined for revealing his inhumane prison conditions. His conviction highlights the ongoing repression of press freedom in…
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…
Russian Court Again Extends Detention of American Journalist Gershkovich 'Without Charges'
A Russian court has extended the detention of American journalist Evan Gershkovich until March 30 without formal charges. Gershkovich was arrested on espionage charges, which…
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…
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…
Hundreds Arrested in Russia for Commemorating Alexei Navalny; Yulia Navalnaya: I Love You
Over 400 people were arrested in Russia for commemorating Alexei Navalny, who recently died in prison under suspicious circumstances. Western leaders, including Joe Biden, have…
Fall of the City of Avdiivka; Ukraine: We Withdrew to Save Soldiers' Lives
Russia has captured the city of Avdiivka in Ukraine, marking a significant achievement in its ongoing invasion. Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasized the need for more…
Fluctuations in the Currency Market Continue; Dollar Enters the 57,000 Toman Channel
The Iranian currency market continues to experience fluctuations, with the dollar reaching 57,150 tomans. Experts attribute these changes to Central Bank policies and external pressures…
Israel Calls for Global Condemnation of South Africa; Claims It Has Become 'Legal Arm of Hamas'
Israel's Foreign Ministry has condemned South Africa for its attempts to limit Israeli military actions, labeling it as a supporter of Hamas. The International Court…
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…
Biden: Putin is Responsible for Alexei Navalny's Death
Joe Biden has publicly blamed Vladimir Putin for the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent Russian opposition leader who died in prison. Biden emphasized Navalny's…
Death of Alexei Navalny, Putin's Most Prominent Opponent, in Prison; Navalny's Aide: He Was Killed
Alexei Navalny, a leading opposition figure against Vladimir Putin, died in prison under suspicious circumstances, with claims from his aides suggesting he was killed. The…
Deteriorating Health of Manouchehr Bakhtiari in Prison Due to Urinary Obstruction and Severe Blood Pressure Drop
Manouchehr Bakhtiari, a political prisoner and father of justice-seeker Pouya Bakhtiari, is reported to be in critical health in prison due to urinary obstruction and…
Efforts by U.S. States to Prevent Ownership of Agricultural Land by Citizens of Iran and Several Other Countries
Lawmakers in South Dakota and Florida are moving to restrict agricultural land ownership by citizens of Iran and other countries deemed adversarial. These legislative efforts…
Battle in 'Avdiivka'; Forces from 'One of the Elite Units of the Ukrainian Army' Enter the Fight
Ukraine is repositioning its forces in Avdiivka amidst ongoing heavy fighting, with elite units being deployed to strengthen defenses. The battle for Avdiivka is critical…
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…
Decrease in Snow Reserves in Iran; Drought Continues for the Fourth Year
Iran is facing its fourth consecutive year of drought, with water resources down by 30% compared to last year. Only 18 dams are above 50%…
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…
Gradual and Steady Increase in Currency Prices, Dollar Returns Above 56 Thousand Tomans
The dollar's price has risen above 56,000 tomans, experiencing significant fluctuations recently. Experts attribute this to the Central Bank's policies and external pressures, particularly from…
Houthis Target Cargo Ship Bound for Iran; Analysts: Tehran Was Aware of the Attack
The Houthis targeted a cargo ship in the Red Sea that was reportedly carrying corn to Iran, marking the first such attack on a vessel…
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…
Sharifeh Mohammadi, imprisoned labor activist, says she is still under interrogation in Sanandaj prison
Sharifeh Mohammadi, a labor activist, is currently under interrogation in Sanandaj prison after being transferred from Rasht. Her family is concerned for her health, citing…
Deadly Clashes in India Over a Mosque; Police Declare Unlimited Curfew
Clashes in northern India over the demolition of a mosque led to at least five deaths and over 150 injuries, prompting officials to impose a…
German Chancellor's Visit to Washington; Middle East Conflicts and Aid to Ukraine at the Center of Discussions
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz visited Washington to support U.S. aid for Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Scholz emphasized the importance of continued…
Nawaz Sharif Declares Victory in Pakistan Elections: Must Bring the Country Out of the 'Whirlwind'
Nawaz Sharif has declared victory in Pakistan's general elections but will need to form a coalition government as his party did not achieve a clear…
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…
Meta Blocks Khamenei's Accounts on Instagram
Meta has deleted the Instagram accounts of Ali Khamenei due to repeated policy violations related to dangerous organizations. This action reflects ongoing tensions between the…
Continued Militant Attacks and Mobile Phone Blackouts in Pakistan; Parliamentary Election Vote Counting Begins
Pakistan's parliamentary elections began amid militant attacks and mobile service blackouts, raising security concerns. High voter turnout was noted despite violence, while opposition leaders criticized…
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…
A Young Kolber Dies from Frostbite
A young kolber named Farid Rubina died from frostbite in the border regions of Iran, highlighting the dangers faced by those in this profession. At…
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…
U.S. House of Representatives Rejects Republican Proposal for Independent Aid to Israel
The U.S. House rejected a Republican plan for $17.6 billion in aid to Israel, with Democrats proposing an alternative that includes aid to Ukraine and…
Canada Extends Ban on Foreign Home Purchases for Two More Years
Canada has extended its ban on foreign home purchases for two more years to address housing affordability concerns among Canadians. This decision comes amid rising…
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…
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…