May 2016
Amnesty International: Displacement of Over One Million Afghans Inside Afghanistan
Amnesty International reports that the number of internally displaced Afghans has doubled to 1.2 million due to ongoing conflicts. The organization highlights the dire living…
Israeli Government Approves Lieberman's Appointment as Defense Minister
The Israeli government has approved Avigdor Lieberman, a far-right party leader with no military experience, as the new Defense Minister. This appointment follows a coalition…
Oh Ayatollahs of Iran! You Do Not Know America
The NRA has launched a campaign featuring American citizens defending gun rights, targeting critics including Iranian leaders. Charlie Daniels, a musician, directly addresses Iranian Ayatollahs,…
Ali Larijani: Supervisory Oversight Cannot Extend Beyond Elections
Ali Larijani, in his final press conference as Speaker of the 9th Parliament, emphasized that the Guardian Council's oversight should not extend beyond elections, highlighting…
Erdogan's Unilateral Governance
The ruling Justice and Development Party in Turkey has elected Binali Yildirim as Prime Minister, consolidating Recep Tayyip Erdogan's power as he seeks to formalize…
Iran's Interior Ministry Addresses the Issue of 'White Marriage'
The Iranian Interior Ministry has formed a committee to address the growing issue of 'white marriage,' which involves cohabitation without formal marriage. This trend is…
Protest by Fruit and Vegetable Market Workers in Tehran
Workers at fruit and vegetable markets in Tehran protested against municipal policies by striking and closing their stalls. The municipality has responded with threats of…
How Much Do We Know About Genetically Modified Products?
The article discusses the implications of genetically modified (GM) products in Iran, highlighting both the potential benefits and serious health and environmental concerns. Dr. Khadijeh…
Smoke Detection Alert in Egyptian Airplane Cabin Before Crash
An Egyptian Airbus A320 crashed into the Mediterranean Sea shortly after departing from Paris, with smoke detection alerts activated moments before the incident. The Egyptian…
Radio Pasfarda
Radio Pasfarda is a humorous program on Radio Farda that discusses various contemporary issues in Iran and globally. It is hosted by Farshid Manafi and…
Letter from Christopher Columbus from 1493 Returned to Italy
The U.S. has returned a stolen letter from Christopher Columbus to Italy, which had been missing for decades. The letter, detailing Columbus's observations of the…
Interview with Abbas Safari; Writing Romantic Poetry is One of the Most Difficult Tasks
The article features an interview with Abbas Safari, a prominent Iranian poet who discusses his late blooming career, the evolution of his poetic language, and…
Netanyahu Requests Help from Foreign Ambassadors to Meet Mahmoud Abbas
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has called on foreign ambassadors to facilitate a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, expressing readiness to meet today. This comes…
Collective Protest of Mountaineers Across Iran Against Constitutional Violations
Over 800 Iranian mountaineers have protested against the Mountaineering Federation's practices, claiming they violate constitutional rights to free education and physical training. They argue that…
Everyone in Iran Talks About Corruption
Iranian officials, including Ali Larijani and Ayatollah Khamenei, have reiterated the need to combat widespread corruption and smuggling during a police conference. Analysts suggest that…
Health Minister Reports High Rates of Depression in Iran
Iran's Health Minister Hassan Hashemi has revealed that 12% of the population suffers from depression, highlighting significant mental health issues that are often denied by…
Ayatollah Khamenei: The Police Should Ignore Opposition from Individuals and Media in the Moral Security Plan
Ayatollah Khamenei has instructed police to ignore opposition to the moral security plan, emphasizing the need for strict enforcement against social norms violations. This comes…
Erdogan to the European Union: You go your way and we will go ours
Turkish President Erdogan rejected the EU's demand to change anti-terrorism laws for visa-free travel for Turkish citizens. He emphasized Turkey's independence in policy-making while calling…
Chief Justice's Recommendation for 'Cultural Care' of Athletes and Artists
Gholamhossein Esmaeili, the Chief Justice of Tehran, emphasized the need for increased cultural protection for athletes and artists, citing their vulnerability to various harms. He…
European Commission Calls for Visa Waiver for Turkish Citizens
The European Commission has proposed lifting visa requirements for Turkish citizens, stating that Turkey has met most preconditions. This move is part of a broader…
Davutoğlu: Turkey Likely to Send Ground Troops to Syria for Self-Defense
Turkey's Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu announced the country's readiness to send ground troops to Syria to combat ISIS, following rocket attacks on Turkish territory. President…
Uncertain Reform Process in Iraq and New Challenges for Iran
Protests in Iraq's Green Zone have led to increased security concerns, particularly with the influx of Shia pilgrims. A suicide bombing has exacerbated the situation,…
Motahari: Khalighi Can Enter Parliament with a Few Months Delay
Ali Motahari discusses the case of Minoo Khalighi, whose election was invalidated by the Guardian Council. He suggests that the Supreme Leader's intervention could resolve…
Venezuela's Government Advances Clock to Tackle Energy Crisis
The Venezuelan government has advanced the official time by half an hour to address an ongoing energy crisis exacerbated by El Niño and poor management.…