February 2024
Secretary General of the Nurses' House: The Number of Nurses in Iran is Half of the Global Standard
Nurses in Iran are facing severe shortages and poor working conditions, with only 1.6 nurses per 1,000 people compared to the global standard of 3.…
In Response to Controversial Ruling in Alabama; Democrats' Efforts to Protect Access to Fertility Treatments
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are legally 'children', prompting Democrats to push for legislation to protect access to IVF. Senator Tammy Duckworth,…
New Organization of the U.S. Army; Pentagon Prepares for 'Large-Scale Wars'
The U.S. Army is reducing its workforce by 24,000 personnel to better prepare for future large-scale combat operations while addressing recruitment challenges. This reorganization focuses…
Deputy Minister of Labor Admits: We Have Statistical Limitations in the Area of Social Damages Among Workers
The Deputy Minister of Labor in Iran has acknowledged significant statistical limitations regarding social damages among workers, highlighting outdated data and a lack of new…
Fifth Day of Strike at National Steel Group in Ahvaz; Workers Prevent Entry of Managers and Exit of Products
Workers at the National Steel Group in Ahvaz have been on strike for five days, protesting against job suspensions and the incomplete implementation of job…
Third Day of Strike at National Steel Group in Ahvaz; Workers Block Company Gates
Workers at the National Industrial Steel Group in Ahvaz have entered their third day of strike, blocking company gates in protest against the suspension of…
Biden's Executive Order Assigns Cybersecurity Responsibility for U.S. Ports to Coast Guard
President Biden has assigned the U.S. Coast Guard to enhance cybersecurity at U.S. ports in response to threats, particularly from China. This move comes amid…
Senator Chris Murphy: Turkey-U.S. Relations Are Improving
Senator Chris Murphy highlighted improving relations between Turkey and the U.S. following Turkey's approval of Sweden's NATO membership. The discussions included cooperation on sanctions against…
Some Steel Workers in Ahvaz Banned from Entering Company
Workers at the National Steel Group in Ahvaz have been banned from entering the company following protests over wage issues and working conditions. The protests…
Sepideh Gholian: International Communities Must Be the Voice of Civil Society; the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' Movement Will Not Sleep
Sepideh Gholian, a political prisoner, calls on international communities to support civil society in Iran and emphasizes the ongoing 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement. She highlights…
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…
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…
Joe Biden Emphasizes 'Tireless Efforts' for Hostage Release in Phone Call with Netanyahu
U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed his commitment to securing the release of hostages held by Hamas in a call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, who…
Following Alleged 'Insult' by a Representative and Government Protests, the Emir of Kuwait Dissolved Parliament
The Emir of Kuwait dissolved the parliament due to an alleged insult by a lawmaker, which caused government members to boycott parliamentary sessions. This political…
Preliminary Verdict Issued for the Murder of Mehrjouyi; Death Sentence for Main Accused and 36 Years Imprisonment for Others
A preliminary verdict has been issued in the murder case of Iranian filmmaker Dariush Mehrjouyi and his wife, with the main accused receiving a death…
A New Perspective on Renting in Iran; Up to 30 Million for Living in Basements
Iranian cities are seeing a rise in basement living due to skyrocketing rental prices, with some basements renting for up to 30 million tomans monthly.…
Iran's Economy on the Path to Food Rationing; Increased Dependence on Imports and a $3.7 Billion Currency Reserve Deficit
Iran is facing a severe food supply crisis with a reported $3.7 billion deficit in currency reserves for essential imports, alongside a 20% increase in…
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…
Ukraine and Russia Claim to Have Shot Down Each Other's Drones
Ukraine and Russia both claim to have shot down each other's drones amid ongoing conflict. President Zelensky has replaced military leader General Zaluzhny with General…
Senate Advances Bill for Aid to Ukraine and Israel
The U.S. Senate has advanced a $95 billion foreign aid bill, which includes $60 billion for Ukraine and $14 billion for Israel, despite a failed…
U.S. Supreme Court to Review Donald Trump's Eligibility for Presidential Run
The U.S. Supreme Court will review Donald Trump's eligibility to run for president again, focusing on his involvement in the January 6 insurrection. The decision…
Warning from the Syndicate of Workers of Tehran's Bus Company: The Health Conditions of Three of Our Imprisoned Members are Critical
The Syndicate of Workers of Tehran's Bus Company has raised alarms about the critical health conditions of three imprisoned members, Reza Shahabi, Davood Razavi, and…
Zelensky Issues Order to Establish Separate Military Unit for Drones in Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has ordered the establishment of a separate military unit for drones, highlighting their critical role in the ongoing conflict with Russia.…
Ukraine Maybe Another Time; Republicans in the U.S. House Prepare Military Aid Package for Israel
Republicans in the U.S. House are preparing a $17.6 billion military aid package for Israel, excluding aid for Ukraine. This reflects a strategic prioritization of…
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…