February 2017
The White House Condemns Shooting of Two Indians in Kansas Tavern
A White House spokesperson condemned a shooting in Kansas where two Indians were targeted, suggesting it was racially motivated. The shooter, Adam Purinton, claimed to…
SpaceX to Take Two Space Tourists Around the Moon Next Year
SpaceX has announced plans to take two private tourists around the Moon in 2018, marking the first private lunar trip and the first human journey…
Kansas Shooting Suspect Thought He Had 'Killed Two Iranians'
A shooting in Olathe, Kansas, resulted in the death of an Indian man and injuries to another, with the suspect claiming to have killed 'two…
Repeated Attacks on Jewish Graves in a Cemetery in Philadelphia
Recent attacks on Jewish graves in Philadelphia and St. Louis have raised alarms about rising anti-Semitism in the U.S. The incidents have prompted condemnation from…
Victory of Esteghlal Tehran and Esteghlal Khuzestan in the AFC Champions League
Esteghlal Tehran and Esteghlal Khuzestan both secured victories in the AFC Champions League, with Esteghlal Tehran defeating Al-Taawoun 3-0 and Esteghlal Khuzestan beating Al-Jazira 1-0.…
Head of the Welfare Committee: 11 Million Iranians Live Below the Poverty Line
Parviz Fattah, head of Iran's Welfare Committee, announced that 11 million Iranians are living below the poverty line based on the minimum wage of 812,000…
New Secretary General of the Democratic Party of the United States Elected
Tom Perez has been elected as the new Secretary General of the Democratic Party, defeating Keith Ellison. Both candidates have called for unity within the…
Car Attack on Pedestrians in Heidelberg; Police Stop Attacker with Gunfire
A car attack in Heidelberg, Germany, injured three pedestrians and resulted in the death of a 73-year-old man. The 35-year-old German attacker was shot by…
44 People Arrested at a Party in Mashhad
44 individuals were arrested at a party in Mashhad, including 25 men and 19 women, for consuming alcohol and participating in a mixed-gender celebration. The…
Kazem Gilanpour; His Last Wish Was to Have His Ashes Scattered on the Summit of Damavand
Kazem Gilanpour, a prominent figure in Iranian sports journalism and skiing, passed away at the age of 95, expressing a final wish to have his…
Iran's Labor Market in the 'Monopoly' of Men
The article discusses the declining economic participation and increasing unemployment rates among women in Iran despite a rise in female university enrollment. This trend highlights…
Malaysia: VX Nerve Agent Used in the Murder of Kim Jong-nam
Malaysian police have identified VX nerve agent as the poison used to murder Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. Two women…
Muslims, Terrorism, and Islamophobia
The article discusses the complex relationship between Islam, Muslims, and terrorism, highlighting differing views on the role of Muslims in terrorism and the phenomenon of…
Ahmad Montazeri Released on Leave for Eight Days 24 Hours After Arrest
Ahmad Montazeri, son of a prominent cleric, was arrested for six years but was granted an eight-day leave after being held in solitary confinement. His…
Iraqi Forces Retake Mosul Airport and a Military Base from ISIS
Iraqi forces, with U.S. support, have retaken Mosul airport and a nearby military base from ISIS, marking a significant advance in the ongoing battle against…
Cartoonists' Campaign in Support of Mehdi Rajabian
A campaign by 'United Designs' in France seeks global cartoonists' support for Mehdi Rajabian, an imprisoned musician. The Rajabian brothers were sentenced for charges related…
Spicer: Focus Currently on Immigrants with Deportation Orders
The U.S. government is currently focused on deporting illegal immigrants with deportation orders, estimated to be between 800,000 to 900,000 individuals. This is part of…
Attorney General: We Have Sent the List of Dual Nationals to the Ministry of Intelligence
Iran's Attorney General has sent a list of over ten dual nationals in managerial positions to the Ministry of Intelligence amid ongoing debates about their…
Turkey Lifts Headscarf Ban in Military
Turkey has officially lifted the ban on headscarves in its military, allowing women to wear them under specific conditions. This change reflects the ongoing shift…
Concerns Raised by Head of AIDS Research Center About HIV Transmission Status in Iran
Dr. Minou Mohraz, head of Iran's AIDS Research Center, warns that the country is approaching a critical phase of HIV transmission, with the potential for…
Malaysian Police: A Senior North Korean Diplomat Among Suspects in Kim Jong-nam's Murder
Malaysian police have identified a senior North Korean diplomat as a suspect in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader…
Marine Le Pen Refuses to Meet Lebanon's Grand Mufti; 'I Will Not Wear a Headscarf'
Marine Le Pen canceled her meeting with Lebanon's Grand Mufti after refusing to wear a headscarf, citing her previous experiences with religious leaders. She also…
Issuance of Two New Immigration Orders; Intensification of Illegal Immigrant Deportations from the U.S.
The U.S. has issued two new immigration orders that intensify the deportation of illegal immigrants, affecting around 11 million individuals. This marks a shift from…
Donald Trump Condemns 'Distressing and Painful' Threats Against Jewish Centers in America
Donald Trump condemned anti-Semitic threats against Jewish centers in the U.S., marking a shift from his previous reluctance to address the issue. The North American…
Israeli Soldier Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Killing Wounded Palestinian Attacker
An Israeli soldier, Elor Azaria, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for killing a wounded Palestinian attacker, Abdul Fattah al-Sharif. The lenient sentence has…
U.S. President Appoints General McMaster as National Security Advisor
President Donald Trump appointed General Herbert McMaster as National Security Advisor following Mike Flynn's resignation. This appointment is significant as it reflects Trump's ongoing reshuffling…
AFC Champions League; Victory for Esteghlal Khuzestan and Defeat for Esteghlal Tehran
Esteghlal Khuzestan won their first match in the 2017 AFC Champions League against Al-Fateh, while Esteghlal Tehran lost to Al-Ahli. Esteghlal Tehran's defeat marks their…
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, Passes Away
Vitaly Churkin, Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN, has died while on duty, one day before his 65th birthday. His passing has drawn condolences and…
Why Direct Foreign Investment Does Not Come to Iran?
The Iranian government reports that only a small fraction of approved foreign investments have been realized, raising questions about the effectiveness of the JCPOA in…
General Mattis: The U.S. Will Not Control Iraq's Oil
General James Mattis visited Iraq to assess the situation in the ongoing war against ISIS, emphasizing that the U.S. military is not there to control…
Determination of Khuzestan Representatives to Question the President and Impeach the Minister of Energy
Khuzestan representatives are pushing to question the President and impeach the Minister of Energy due to dissatisfaction with the government's handling of environmental issues, particularly…
Trump Criticizes Media Again in Speech in Florida
In a recent speech in Florida, President Trump criticized the media for spreading fake news and reiterated his plans to establish a safe zone in…
Mike Pence Arrives in Munich for Security Conference
Mike Pence has arrived in Munich for the Security Conference, marking his first international trip as Vice President. He aims to address concerns about U.S.…
U.S. President: Four Candidates for National Security Advisor Position
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering four candidates for the National Security Advisor position after Michael Flynn's resignation due to controversial contacts with Russia. Keith…
Five Arrested Following Armed Attack on Passenger Bus
An armed attack on a passenger bus in Iran resulted in one death and the arrest of five suspects. The attack occurred after an Afghan…
Pakistan Asks Afghanistan to Hand Over '76 Terrorism Suspects'
Pakistan has requested Afghanistan to extradite 76 terrorism suspects following a deadly suicide bombing at a Sufi shrine that killed 80 people. This incident has…
Nikki Haley: The U.S. Supports the Two-State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Nikki Haley affirmed U.S. support for the two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, despite conflicting statements from Donald Trump who expressed openness to both one-state…
Human Rights Watch Calls for Immediate Release of Shahnaz Karim Beigi
Human Rights Watch has called for the immediate release of Shahnaz Karim Beigi, whose son was killed during the 2009 Ashura protests. She has been…
Malaysia: Second Suspect Arrested in the Murder of North Korean Leader's Half-Brother
Malaysian police have arrested a second suspect in the murder of Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who was killed at…
Trump's Labor Secretary Nominee Withdraws
Andrew Puzder, nominated by Trump for Secretary of Labor, has withdrawn his nomination amid allegations of past misconduct and lack of support from Senate Republicans.…
Trump Says He Accepts 'One State' Solution for Israel and Palestinians
Donald Trump has indicated a willingness to accept either a one-state or two-state solution for Israel and Palestine, diverging from traditional U.S. policy. This shift…
Iran Allows Women to Attend Kish Beach Volleyball Competitions After Threat from FIVB
Iran has allowed women to attend the Kish Beach Volleyball World Tour after a warning from the FIVB threatened to suspend the event due to…
Half-brother of North Korean leader killed in Malaysia
Kim Jong Nam, the estranged half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, was reportedly killed in Malaysia. His death is shrouded in mystery, with…
Hundreds of Illegal Immigrants Arrested in the U.S. Over the Past Week
U.S. immigration officers arrested over 680 illegal immigrants in a week, raising concerns among human rights groups. Many of those arrested have criminal records, and…
The Goal of Canadian Prime Minister's Negotiations with Trump is 'Expanding Trade Relations'
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss expanding trade relations while avoiding contentious issues like immigration. This meeting marks…
Sweden's 'Feminist' Government Faces Criticism for Wearing Hijabs in Iran
Sweden's female politicians, including Minister An Linde, faced backlash for wearing hijabs during their visit to Iran, contradicting the government's claim of a feminist foreign…
Police Spokesman: No Special Instructions for Valentine's Day, But Businesses Have Been Informed
The Iranian police have stated that there are no special instructions for Valentine's Day this year, despite previous prohibitions. Businesses have been informed, and celebrations…
Turkmenistan's President Re-elected with 98% of Votes
Gurbanguly Berdymukhamedov has been re-elected as President of Turkmenistan with 98% of the votes, continuing his rule since 2006. The election process raises concerns about…
Grammy Award in World Music Goes to Yo-Yo Ma and the Silkroad Ensemble Featuring Kayhan Kalhor
Yo-Yo Ma and the Silkroad Ensemble, which includes Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor, won the Grammy Award for World Music with their album 'Sing Me Home.'…
Trump Advisor: The White House Considers All Options Including Issuing a New Immigration Order
Stephen Miller, a Trump advisor, indicated that the White House is considering all options, including a new immigration order, to address the suspension of Trump's…
Hassan Rouhani's Critical Remarks on the 'Current Situation in America'
Hassan Rouhani criticized the inability of American intellectuals to influence public opinion following the recent U.S. presidential election results. His remarks come amid rising tensions…
British Defense Minister Expresses Hope for Raqqa Operations to Begin After Its Siege by Spring
The British Defense Minister hopes for the completion of the siege of Raqqa by spring, leading to liberation operations against ISIS. This involves Western-backed rebels…
Australia Revokes Citizenship of ISIS Member for the First Time
Australia has revoked the citizenship of Khaled Sharouf, a dual Australian-Lebanese national and member of ISIS, marking the first such action against an ISIS member.…
North Korea Tests a Ballistic Missile
North Korea conducted a ballistic missile test towards the Sea of Japan, confirmed by the U.S. and seen as a show of force against the…
Continued Arrests of Political Activists, Denial of Education for Some Baha'is
Iran continues to detain political and civil activists, including notable figures and journalists, without disclosing charges. Additionally, several Baha'i citizens have been denied education based…
Haider al-Abadi on US-Iran Tensions: We Will Not Engage in Conflicts
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi stated that Iraq will not participate in international or regional conflicts, emphasizing neutrality amid rising tensions between the US and…
Collection of 'a large number' of illegal immigrants in the U.S.
U.S. immigration officials have detained a large number of undocumented immigrants across various states, particularly in Southern California, marking the first significant operation against illegal…
From Your Perspective; February 11
The Attorney General announced the arrest of ISIS members planning to disrupt the February 11 celebrations. President Rouhani urged newcomers to approach Iran with respect.…
Donald Trump: Israel Must Be 'Reasonable' in the Peace Process
Donald Trump has called for Israel to adopt a more reasonable approach to the peace process, expressing concerns over settlement expansion in Palestinian territories. This…
Report from the Department of Homeland Security on the Cost and Time for Building the Mexico Wall
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security estimates that building the Mexico wall will cost $21.6 billion and take over three years. President Trump remains committed…
Bodies of Two Victims of Qom Metro Collapse Retrieved
Two workers died in a collapse at the Qom Metro site, with ongoing efforts to find others trapped. The incident has drawn attention from local…
Trump and Erdogan's Phone Conversation; Emphasis on Combating All Forms of Terrorism
Donald Trump and Recep Tayyip Erdogan had their first phone conversation since Trump's presidency, focusing on mutual support against terrorism. The call was described as…
Romanian President Opposes Dismissal of Government
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis criticized the government's decree aimed at weakening anti-corruption efforts but opposed its dismissal, stating it was not the right time. Protests…
Extension of Israeli Parliament Session on Settlement Expansion Until Netanyahu's Return
The Israeli Parliament has extended its session to decide on settlement expansion until Prime Minister Netanyahu returns from Britain. Critics warn that the bill could…
Half a Million Demonstrations in Romania; Government to Release New Criminal Law
Romania is experiencing massive protests against new criminal laws proposed by the ruling Social Democratic Party, with over half a million people demonstrating. The government…
Turkish Police Arrest 450 Suspected of Ties to ISIS
Turkish police conducted a major anti-terror operation, arresting over 450 individuals suspected of ties to ISIS, following a deadly nightclub attack in Istanbul. The majority…
Sharif University Professors Call for Easing Visa Issuance for American Citizens
Over 70 professors from Sharif University have called on the Iranian government to ease visa restrictions for American citizens in response to a U.S. travel…
FIFA Bans Tractor Sazi from Transfers After Esteghlal
FIFA has banned Tractor Sazi from transfers due to unpaid debts, following a similar ban on Esteghlal. If Tractor Sazi fails to pay their coach's…
Why Iranians?
The article discusses the implications of a recent U.S. executive order that temporarily bans Iranian citizens from entering the U.S. It highlights the mixed reactions…
Vida Mehran-Nia: My husband, Ahmadreza Jalali, has been sentenced to death
Vida Mehran-Nia reports that her husband, Ahmadreza Jalali, has been sentenced to death by an Iranian judge. Jalali, a researcher from Sweden, has been on…
The Quran: The Word of God or the Word of Muhammad?
Hassan Yousefi Eshkevari and Soroush Dabbagh engage in a debate about whether the Quran is the divine word of God or a prophetic text from…
Leader of the Australian Opposition Party: Prime Minister Should Explain His Phone Call with Trump
The leader of the Australian Labor Party, Bill Shorten, demands transparency from Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull regarding his controversial phone call with President Trump, which…
Zoroastrian Representative in Parliament Protests 'Divisive' Remarks Regarding Sadeh Festival
Esfandiar Ekhtiari, the Zoroastrian representative in Iran's Parliament, has protested against divisive remarks made about the Sadeh festival, highlighting attacks on Zoroastrians by some officials.…
Largest Anti-Government Protests in Romania Since the Fall of Communism
Romania is experiencing its largest anti-government protests since the fall of communism, with hundreds of thousands protesting against a new law proposed by the ruling…
Motahari Calls for Referral of Parliament's Resolution on Disqualified Candidates to the Expediency Council
Ali Motahari, Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, has called for the Parliament's resolution on disqualifying candidates after elections to be sent to the Expediency…
Arian Tahi, Iranian-Born Grandmaster of Chess in Norway
Arian Tahi, a 17-year-old Iranian-born chess grandmaster in Norway, is being hailed as a potential future world champion. He has a strong international rating and…
U.S. Observers: Afghan Government Controls Half of the Country
A recent U.S. government report reveals that the Afghan government struggles to control half of the country, with a significant rise in security force casualties…
Rasmussen Reports Survey of American Citizens on Entry Ban
A recent Rasmussen Reports survey shows that a majority of American voters support Donald Trump's temporary ban on entry from seven predominantly Muslim countries, citing…