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May 2023

May 31, 2023

NASA's First Public Meeting on Unidentified Aerial Phenomena

NASA is holding its first public meeting on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) to discuss findings and prepare for a forthcoming report. The meeting involves a…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 31, 2023
May 30, 2023

Opposition TV Channels in Turkey Accused of 'Offensive Coverage' of Elections

The Turkish Broadcasting Watchdog has launched investigations into six opposition TV channels for allegedly insulting the public through their election coverage following Erdoğan's victory. Kılıçdaroğlu,…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 30, 2023
May 29, 2023

Kilichdaroglu: This was the 'most unfair' election in recent years in Turkey

Recep Tayyip Erdogan won the second round of Turkey's presidential elections, marking the start of his third decade in power. Opposition leader Kemal Kilichdaroglu criticized…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 29, 2023
May 27, 2023

Iraq's $17 Billion Project to Connect Asia and Europe

Iraq has launched a $17 billion project called the "Development Path" to connect its southern port of Faw to Turkey, aiming to transform its economy…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 27, 2023

Russia Rejects Joe Biden's Criticism of Nuclear Weapons Deployment in Belarus

Russia has announced the deployment of tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus, prompting a strong condemnation from U.S. President Joe Biden. The situation escalates tensions between…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 27, 2023

New Research: 10 Percent of Omicron Patients in the U.S. Suffer from Chronic COVID

A new study reveals that 10% of Americans infected with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 suffer from chronic COVID, a lower rate than previously thought.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 27, 2023
May 26, 2023

Green Light for Elon Musk; Chip Connecting Brain to Computer Approved for Human Trials

Neuralink has received FDA approval for its first human trials of brain chips that Elon Musk claims can treat various mental health conditions. The company…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 26, 2023

U.S. Expresses Concern Over UN Official's Meeting with Putin's Advisor

The U.S. has expressed serious concerns regarding a UN official's meeting with a Russian advisor accused of war crimes against children. This meeting raises questions…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 26, 2023
May 25, 2023

Reuters Investigative Report; Hacking Group 'Thunderstorm' Targets the U.S.

A Reuters report highlights the hacking group 'Thunderstorm,' which is reportedly targeting U.S. critical infrastructure for espionage. The group is linked to rising tensions between…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 25, 2023

Reuters Investigative Report: Climate Challenges Threaten Water and Energy Resources in Asia

A Reuters report highlights the severe climate-related threats to water and energy resources in Asia, affecting nearly 2 billion people across 16 countries. The findings…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 25, 2023

Argument Between Aliyev and Pashinyan in Front of Putin

Azerbaijan and Armenia's leaders argued over territorial disputes regarding Nagorno-Karabakh in front of Russian President Putin. The discussion highlighted ongoing tensions, particularly over the Lachin…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 25, 2023

New Social Progress Index Report; Slow Progress of Iran Over Three Decades

A new report by the Social Progress Imperative ranks Iran 93rd out of 170 countries in terms of social progress, highlighting a slow increase in…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 25, 2023
May 24, 2023

Two Separate Discoveries; Fossils Reveal the Life of Two Prehistoric Predators

Recent fossil discoveries in South Africa and Spain reveal insights into prehistoric predators, including the Inostranzewia mammal and the Protaetliys dinosaur. These findings enhance our…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 24, 2023
May 23, 2023

Senior Israeli Military Official: Negative Developments in Iran's Nuclear Program Could Lead to 'Action'

Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi of the Israeli military warns that Iran's advancements in uranium enrichment could provoke military action. This statement comes amid failed international…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 23, 2023

Cultural Revolution Council Reiterates: 'Our Resolutions' Are Binding for 'Everyone, Including the Three Branches of Government'

The Secretary of the Supreme Cultural Revolution Council asserts that the council's resolutions are binding for all government branches, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 23, 2023
May 22, 2023

Earthquake of Magnitude 4.9 Near Sarab; Residents of Tabriz Felt the Tremor

An earthquake measuring 4.9 struck near Sarab in East Azerbaijan Province, felt strongly in Tabriz, causing panic among residents. This follows a series of recent…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 22, 2023
May 21, 2023

Special Human Rights Peace Award Given to Iranian Teachers' Union Coordination Council; Islamic Republic Protests

The Coordination Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Unions received the Special Human Rights Peace Award for their advocacy against the Iranian government's repression of teachers.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 21, 2023

Poll After Greek Elections; No Party Achieves Absolute Majority

A recent poll indicates that Greece's ruling party, New Democracy, is leading but may not achieve an absolute majority in the elections. If confirmed, this…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 21, 2023

Russia Claims Complete Capture of Bakhmut; Ukraine Denies

Russia claims to have fully captured Bakhmut, a significant city in the ongoing conflict, while Ukraine denies this assertion, highlighting the critical situation in the…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 21, 2023
May 19, 2023

Demonstration of Power in the Persian Gulf; US and Allied Naval Commanders Transit the Strait of Hormuz

US, British, and French naval commanders demonstrated their unified military presence by transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions following Iran's seizure of oil tankers.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 19, 2023

The U.S. Halts Exports of a Wide Range of Everyday Goods to Russia

The U.S. has halted exports of various consumer goods to Russia and added 71 companies to a trade blacklist as part of new sanctions announced…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 19, 2023

G7's Concern Over Iran's Escalating Nuclear Program and Human Rights Violations

The G7 leaders have voiced strong concerns regarding Iran's nuclear program and human rights violations in a draft statement ahead of their summit in Hiroshima.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 19, 2023
May 18, 2023

U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Lawsuit Against Twitter Related to Deadly Terrorist Attack in Istanbul

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that victims of terrorist attacks cannot sue social media companies like Twitter under federal anti-terrorism laws for failing to prevent…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 18, 2023

New Research: An Exoplanet is Subject to Continuous Volcanic Eruptions

A newly discovered Earth-sized exoplanet in the Milky Way shows evidence of continuous volcanic activity, similar to Jupiter's moon Io. This finding, inferred from gravitational…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 18, 2023
May 17, 2023

Analytical Report: The Annual Cost of Enforcing Hijab Equals the Wages of Millions of Workers in Iran

The Open Data Iran database estimates that enforcing mandatory hijab costs Iranian society between 40 to 45 trillion tomans annually, equivalent to the wages of…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 17, 2023
May 16, 2023

New European Regulations for Cryptocurrency Market Approved

The European Union has approved new regulations to regulate the cryptocurrency market, aimed at combating tax evasion and fraud. This marks a significant step as…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 16, 2023

Russian Duma's Second Vote for Official Exit from the 'Conventional Armed Forces in Europe' Treaty

The Russian Duma has voted to officially exit the 'Conventional Armed Forces in Europe' treaty, a move that follows years of halted cooperation. This decision…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 16, 2023
May 15, 2023

North Korean Hackers Steal $721 Million in Cryptocurrency from Japan

North Korean hackers have stolen $721 million in cryptocurrency from Japan since 2017, accounting for 30% of global losses. This information comes from a report…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 15, 2023

Second Victory for Iran's Representative in Asian Club Volleyball Championship in Bahrain

Iran's Shahdab Yazd volleyball team achieved its second victory in the Asian Club Volleyball Championship by defeating Kam Air Afghanistan. The team, featuring former national…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 15, 2023

The Billion-Toman Budget That Must Be Spent; The Supreme Cultural Revolution Council Seeks to Establish 'Headquarters'

The Supreme Cultural Revolution Council in Iran is forming new headquarters and expert desks to oversee cultural policies, amidst ongoing criticism of its effectiveness and…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 15, 2023
May 13, 2023

Continued Clashes in Sudan Ahead of New Ceasefire Negotiations in Jeddah

Intense fighting continues in Sudan's capital Khartoum between the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces ahead of ceasefire negotiations in Jeddah. The conflict has resulted…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 13, 2023
May 12, 2023

Two Days Until Turkey's Elections | Muharrem İnce's Withdrawal Increases Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu's Chances

Muharrem İnce has withdrawn from Turkey's presidential race, boosting Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu's chances against incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Recent polls suggest Kılıçdaroğlu may secure a majority,…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 12, 2023
May 11, 2023

Fact-Checking | Putin: The Victimhood of a War Criminal Under Pursuit

Vladimir Putin characterized Russia as a victim in the Ukraine war during a Victory Day speech, despite ongoing war crimes accusations against him. Analysts suggest…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 11, 2023

Etemad Report: Economic Factors Play a More Prominent Role in Rising Divorce Rates

The Etemad newspaper highlights a significant rise in divorce rates in Iran, correlating it with economic factors and a decline in social capital. Statistics show…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 11, 2023
May 10, 2023

Britain Confirms Birth of First Babies from Three-Person DNA Technique

Britain has confirmed the birth of the first babies conceived using a three-person DNA technique aimed at preventing rare genetic diseases. This groundbreaking method involves…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 10, 2023
May 9, 2023

Arash Sadeghi, Civil Activist Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison

Arash Sadeghi, a civil rights activist, has been sentenced to over four years in prison by the Tehran Revolutionary Court for charges related to gathering…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 9, 2023
May 8, 2023

UN Calls on Taliban to End Whipping, Stoning, and Executions

The UN has called on the Taliban to stop corporal punishments, including whipping and executions, following a report highlighting the increase in such practices since…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 8, 2023

UAE Signs 3 Nuclear Agreements with China

The UAE has signed three nuclear agreements with China to enhance its nuclear energy capabilities, aiming to meet six percent of its energy needs from…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 8, 2023
May 5, 2023

Temporary End of 72 Days of Resistance on Strong Medical Advice; Vahid Beheshti Forced to Break Hunger Strike

Vahid Beheshti, a political activist, ended his 72-day hunger strike on medical advice after his health deteriorated. His protest aimed to have the IRGC recognized…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 5, 2023

U.S. Intelligence Assessment: Putin 'Likely' Reduced Ambitions in Ukraine

U.S. intelligence suggests that Vladimir Putin has likely scaled back his ambitions in Ukraine as the war enters its second year, acknowledging the realities on…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 5, 2023

The Challenge of Diamonds Ahead of the British King's Coronation Ceremony; From 'Koh-i-Noor' to 'Cullinan'

Buckingham Palace announced that the 'Koh-i-Noor' diamond will not be used in the upcoming coronation of King Charles, prompting South Africans to demand the return…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 5, 2023
May 4, 2023

Exclusive Reuters Report: Venezuelan Oil Tankers at Risk of Leakage, Sinking, and Fire

A report reveals that over half of Venezuela's oil tankers are in poor condition, risking leaks and accidents. The state oil company has resorted to…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 4, 2023

Zelensky at the International Criminal Court: I am certain Putin will be convicted in this court

Ukrainian President Zelensky visited the ICC, urging global leaders to hold Putin accountable for war crimes. He is seeking advanced military support from Western nations…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 4, 2023

Intense Clashes Around Sudan's Capital; Ceasefire Again Violated

Intense fighting has resumed in Khartoum, Sudan, despite a recently agreed ceasefire, with both the Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces vying for control. The…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 4, 2023

The U.S. Calls Russia's Claim of Involvement in Drone Attack on the Kremlin 'Ridiculous'

The U.S. has dismissed Russia's claims of American involvement in a drone attack on the Kremlin as absurd. John Kirby emphasized that the U.S. does…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 4, 2023
May 2, 2023

United States: Russia has suffered 100,000 casualties in Ukraine over 5 months

The U.S. estimates that Russia has incurred 100,000 casualties in Ukraine over the last five months, primarily in the Bakhmut region, where both sides have…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 2, 2023
May 1, 2023

Mawlawi Abdolhamid: If Detaining Us Solves People's Problems, Then Imprison Us

Mawlawi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian authorities for failing to address the people's problems, suggesting that if detaining protesters could solve these issues, they should imprison…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 1, 2023

An Iranian Health Ministry Official Confirms 'Rotavirus Outbreak'; Domestic Vaccine Production by Year-End

An Iranian health official confirmed a rotavirus outbreak in Tehran, stating it is a recurring issue. A domestic vaccine is expected to be produced by…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 May 1, 2023
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