July 2023
Two Journalists Sentenced to Over Four Years in Prison and Two-Year Travel Ban from Iran
Two Iranian journalists, Saideh Shafiei and Nasim Soltanbeigi, have been sentenced to over four years in prison and banned from leaving the country for two…
US Expresses Concern Over Sexual Assault of Two Women in India
The US has expressed grave concern over the sexual assault and public humiliation of two women in Manipur, India, which has sparked outrage and led…
Joe Biden Invites CIA Director William Burns to Join His Cabinet
President Joe Biden has invited CIA Director William Burns to join his cabinet, highlighting Burns' expertise in national security issues related to Russia and China.…
Iraqi Government Ensures Security of Embassies Following Attack on Swedish Embassy
The Iraqi government has assured the security of diplomatic embassies after the Swedish embassy in Baghdad was attacked and set on fire by protesters. This…
Despite Protests, There is Insufficient Political Consensus in Sweden for a 'Ban on Burning the Quran'
In Sweden, despite protests from the Muslim community over Quran burning, there is no political consensus for a ban on this act. The Swedish government…
U.S. Officials Welcome Cancellation of Shipping Event in Iran
The U.S. has welcomed the cancellation of an international shipping event in Iran due to concerns over Iran's maritime safety and security practices. U.S. officials…
Iraq Expels Swedish Ambassador; Attack on Embassy Considered a 'Security Violation'
Iraq expelled the Swedish ambassador following a planned Quran burning in Stockholm that led to an attack on the Swedish embassy in Baghdad. The incident…
The U.S. Strongly Condemns the Attack on the Swedish Embassy in Baghdad
The U.S. condemned the attack on the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, which was carried out by protesters reacting to a permit for burning the Quran…
Three Hundred Days of Niloufar Hamedi's Detention; U.S. Reaction to the Arbitrary Arrest of Journalists in Iran
The U.S. has called for the release of detained Iranian journalists Niloufar Hamedi and Elahe Mohammadi, marking the 300th day of Hamedi's detention. This highlights…
US: We Are Not Preparing for 'War with Iran', Focused on 'Monitoring and Preventing Instability'
The U.S. is increasing its military presence in the Gulf to monitor Iranian actions and prevent instability, rejecting any preparations for war. This comes after…
Sullivan: We Are Not Close to a Nuclear Agreement with Iran; I Have Deep Respect for Robert Malley
Jake Sullivan confirmed that the U.S. is not close to a nuclear agreement with Iran and is continuing efforts to secure the release of four…
U.S. State Department Spokesperson: Providing Certain Information About Robert Malley Is Not Advisable
The U.S. State Department has responded to concerns from the House Foreign Affairs Committee regarding Robert Malley's suspension, stating that providing certain information is not…
U.S. State Department Welcomes Iraq-TOTAL Energy Deal for Energy Self-Sufficiency
The U.S. State Department has welcomed a $27 billion energy deal between Iraq and TOTAL Energy aimed at achieving energy self-sufficiency. This deal includes recovering…
US State Department Calls for Immediate Release of 'All Political Prisoners' in Iran
The US State Department condemned the prison sentence of Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, calling it unjust and a violation of human rights. They demand his…
Kremlin Spokesman: Putin Met with Prigozhin Five Days After Wagner Rebellion
Dmitry Peskov announced that Putin met with Yevgeny Prigozhin and Wagner commanders five days after their failed rebellion against Russian military leadership. The meeting focused…
Biden's Phone Call with Erdogan Regarding Sweden's NATO Membership
President Biden spoke with Turkish President Erdogan to facilitate Sweden's NATO membership, which requires unanimous approval from all NATO members. Turkey acknowledges Sweden's progress but…
Sixteenth Year of Zahra Jalalian's Imprisonment; Exile to Yazd and Denial of Visits and Leave
Zahra Jalalian, a Kurdish political prisoner, is marking her sixteenth year in prison under harsh conditions in Yazd, where she is denied family visits unless…
Exclusive; USA: The Islamic Republic Must Take Full Responsibility for the Attack on the Ukrainian Plane
The U.S. has urged Iran to take full responsibility for the downing of a Ukrainian passenger plane by the IRGC, following a complaint from Canada,…
Ted Cruz's Reaction to Reports on Robert Malley; His Approach Was 'Appeasement to Enemies'
Senator Ted Cruz criticized Robert Malley's removal from Biden's Iran policy, labeling his approach as appeasement. John Kirby from the National Security Council asserted that…
Albanian Prime Minister: We Do Not Want to Be the 'Battlefront' of the MEK and the Islamic Republic
Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama stated that the MEK must leave Albania if it wishes to fight against Iran, citing violations of agreements and cyber…