October 2024
200% Increase in Military Spending in the Islamic Republic's 'Borrowed Budget'
The Iranian government announced a 200% increase in military spending for the next budget year, citing the need to strengthen defense capabilities. Critics argue that…
Crisis at the Washington Post Editorial Board After Failure to Support Kamala Harris
The Washington Post has decided not to endorse any candidates for the upcoming U.S. presidential election, leading to internal turmoil and public backlash. Jeff Bezos,…
At Least Half of Iran's Oil Revenues Will Be Spent on Armed Forces
Iran's budget for 1404 allocates 47% of oil revenues to the armed forces, significantly increasing military funding. This reflects the government's prioritization of military spending…
Parliament Research Center: Government Will Not Meet Projected Oil Revenues This Year and Next
The Iranian Parliament Research Center has reported that the government will not meet its projected oil revenues for this year and next, citing a significant…
Severe Decline in the Value of the Rial Against the Afghan Currency
The value of Iran's rial has sharply declined against the Afghan currency, with one Afghan now worth over 1,000 tomans. Experts attribute this decline to…
The Lancet Health Commission Calls for Immediate Action Against the 'Gambling Threat'
The Lancet's Public Health Commission has issued a report warning of the global public health threat posed by gambling, highlighting its rapid spread through digital…
Cultural Pensioners Gather in Shiraz; Rising Dollar Prices and a Retiree's Account of Buying Meat on Credit
Cultural pensioners in Shiraz protested against rising living costs and demanded attention to their grievances as the dollar price hits 69,000 tomans. The protests reflect…
A Union Official: The Rise in Dollar Rates is a Factor in the Increased Prices of Foodstuffs
The head of Tehran's Supermarket Union has attributed the recent surge in food prices to the rising dollar rate and its effects on production costs.…
Shadow of War and Recession Over Iran's Economy; Gold and Currency Prices Hit Record Highs
Iran's economy is facing severe challenges as the US dollar price hits a record high of 68,000 tomans amid ongoing political tensions with Israel and…
Fourfold Increase in Armed Forces' Share of Iran's Oil and Gas Export Revenues
The Iranian government plans to allocate 51% of its oil and gas export revenues to the armed forces in the 1404 budget, significantly increasing their…
What Are the Various Scenarios for Increasing Gasoline and Currency Prices in Iran?
Economist Farshad Momeni warns of potential economic disasters in Iran due to proposed increases in gasoline and currency prices. He outlines four scenarios that could…
Israeli Media Confirm Yahya Sinwar's Death; Galant: We Will Pursue and Destroy Our Enemies
Israeli media have reported the likely death of Yahya Sinwar, the Hamas leader, following a military operation in Gaza. Defense Minister Yoav Galant stated that…
Senior Israeli Official: Sinwar 'Likely' Killed
Israeli officials are investigating the potential death of Yahya Sinwar, leader of Hamas, following a military attack in Gaza. The attack reportedly killed three militants,…
Two Israelis Arrested on Charges of Sabotage and Intent to Assassinate for the Islamic Republic
Two Israelis were arrested for allegedly carrying out sabotage for the Islamic Republic and planning to assassinate an Israeli official. They were recruited by an…
Japanese Organization 'Hibakusha' Wins 2024 Nobel Peace Prize
The Japanese organization 'Nihon Hidankyo' has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to promote nuclear disarmament and raise awareness about the…
Armed Attack on Private Mine in Pakistan Leaves at Least 20 Dead
An armed attack on a coal mine in Balochistan, Pakistan, resulted in at least 20 deaths and several injuries, with no group claiming responsibility. The…
Han Kang, South Korean Writer, Wins Nobel Prize in Literature
Han Kang, a South Korean author, has won the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature for her impactful prose that addresses historical traumas and the human…
Minister of Economy Reports Budget Shortage and Withdrawal from the National Development Fund
Iran's Minister of Economy reported a budget deficit for 1403, leading to withdrawals from the National Development Fund to cover shortfalls in targeted subsidies and…
Russia Sentences Two American Citizens to Long Prison Terms
A Russian court has sentenced two American citizens, Steven Hubbard and Robert Gilman, to lengthy prison terms on charges related to their involvement in violent…
Attack on Chinese Workers Near Karachi Airport Results in Two Deaths
A terrorist attack near Karachi Airport killed two Chinese workers and injured at least eight others. The attack targeted a convoy of Chinese employees working…
Death Toll from Hurricane Helene Reaches 215; Biden Continues Visit to Affected Areas
Hurricane Helene has caused significant devastation in the southeastern United States, with a death toll of 215 and many missing. President Biden is visiting affected…
Pezeshkian Calls for Action Against VPN Sellers
Masoud Pezeshkian, the Iranian President, has called for action against VPN sellers, labeling them as exploitative and detrimental to the country. This comes amidst ongoing…
From Lenin to Lamborghini: The Soviet-born Designer Behind Iconic Hypercars
Sasha Slipanov, a designer born in Soviet Georgia, unveiled his hypercar "Nilu 27" this summer, reflecting his childhood experiences during the civil war in Georgia.…