April 2018
Clashes Between 'Democratic Forces' and Syrian Army Near the Euphrates
Clashes erupted between the Syrian army and the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces near the Euphrates River, with both sides claiming territorial gains. The situation highlights…
U.S. Senate Confirms Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State, a key figure known for his critical stance on the Iran nuclear deal. His…
Likelihood of Trump's Immigration Order Being Upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court appears poised to uphold Donald Trump's third immigration order, which restricts entry from several predominantly Muslim countries. This decision is significant…
Armed Attacker Strikes at Iranian Consular Office in Washington
An armed individual attacked the Iranian consular office in Washington, injuring a staff member who was hospitalized. The assailant was arrested, and the incident led…
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.…
US: The People of Iran Continue to Suffer from Their Leaders
The US State Department's 2017 report highlights ongoing human rights violations in Iran, criticizing the Iranian government for suppressing freedoms and inflicting suffering on its…
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…
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…
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…
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…
One Billion Dollar Fine for Major Global Communications Company for Violating Sanctions Against Iran and North Korea
The U.S. Department of Commerce has fined the Chinese telecommunications company ZTE $1.19 billion for violating sanctions by providing technology to Iran and North Korea.…
Dutch Foreign Ministry Issues Security Warning for Travel to Iran
The Dutch Foreign Ministry has issued a cybersecurity warning for travelers to Iran, Russia, and Turkey, advising them to avoid bringing sensitive information on their…
Trump Condemns FBI Raid on His Lawyer's Office
The FBI raided the office of Donald Trump's lawyer, Michael Cohen, leading Trump to condemn the action as a politically motivated attack. This incident raises…
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…
Trump's Economic Advisor: I Don't Think the U.S. and China Will Engage in an Economic War
The U.S. has imposed new tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting immediate retaliation from China. Economic advisor Larry Kudlow suggests that these tariffs may not be…
White House: We Will Remain Until the Complete Defeat of ISIS Forces in Syria
The White House announced that U.S. forces will remain in Syria until ISIS is completely defeated, despite President Trump's earlier statements about withdrawing troops. This…
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…
Dozens Killed in Afghan Airstrike on Taliban Gathering
An Afghan airstrike targeting a Taliban gathering in Kunduz resulted in dozens of deaths, including civilians. The Afghan army claims only Taliban members were killed,…
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…