Iran foils Daesh plot in Tehran with international links

Iran foils Daesh plot in Tehran with international links

28 arrested in Iran for planning Daesh attack during protests anniversary. Protests were triggered by the death of Mahsa Amini, 22, for a dress code violation. Plot to carry out 30 terrorist explosions in Tehran foiled. The Iranian intelligence ministry announced on Sunday that 28 individuals with connections to the Daesh group have been detained … Read more

Iran hijab bill: 10 years in jail for inappropriate dress

Iran hijab bill: 10 years in jail for inappropriate dress

Iranian parliament passes bill to intensify penalties for violating dress code. Women deemed to be dressed “inappropriately” could face up to 10 years in prison. UN human rights experts warn bill could be described as a form of gender apartheid. Iran’s parliament has passed a contentious bill that would intensify penalties, including longer prison terms … Read more

PM Kakar reiterates commitment to deepen bilateral ties with Iran

Iran

Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar met President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi. PM reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to further deepen ties with Iran. PM Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar also attended the opening sitting of the UNGA session. NEW YORK: Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar held a bilateral meeting with the President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi on the sidelines … Read more

Americans Freed by Iran Return to US

Iran Return to US

The exchange includes five released Iranians and $6 billion in unfrozen funds. It eases US-Iran tensions but doesn’t guarantee broader diplomacy. US-Iran tensions stem from issues like Iran’s nuclear program. A plane carrying five Americans, who were released by Iran as part of a prisoner exchange deal, has touched down in the United States. This … Read more

5 Americans homeward bound as Iran-US deal closes

5 Americans homeward bound as Iran-US deal closes

Five Americans detained in Iran are expected to be released on Monday. The release is part of a broader agreement with the United States. The detainees are currently being transported to a Qatari jet stationed in Iran, which will carry them to Doha. An Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson has announced that five Americans imprisoned in … Read more

Drone crashes into residential neighborhood in Iran, no casualties reported

Drone crashes into residential neighborhood in Iran, no casualties reported

A drone crashed in a residential neighborhood in Gorgan, northern Iran. The incident is being investigated by authorities, and there are no reported casualties. Images and videos depict a burned object near damaged storefronts and cars. Iranian official television said that a drone crashed in a residential neighborhood in the city of Gorgan in the … Read more

International Aid Reaches Flood-Hit Libya

Flood-Hit Libya

Aid primarily from the UAE and Iran. WHO delivers 29 tonnes of aid to Benghazi. Deadly floods submerged Derna on September 10. Libya received shipments of international aid on Saturday, primarily from the United Arab Emirates and Iran, providing a lifeline to thousands affected by devastating flash floods. These efforts came despite diminishing hopes of … Read more

Father of Mahsa Amini briefly detained on anniversary of her tragic death

Father of Mahsa Amini briefly detained on anniversary of her tragic death

Father of Iranian protester killed by police briefly detained on anniversary of her death. Iranian authorities crack down on commemorations and deploy security forces in Kurdish regions. Security forces deployed in Kurdish regions amid fears of protests. On the first anniversary of his daughter Mahsa Amini’s death in Iranian police custody, her father, Amjad Amini, … Read more

UK, France, Germany tighten nuclear screws on Iran

UK, France, Germany tighten nuclear screws on Iran

UK, France, Germany keep nuclear sanctions on Iran The move aims to deter Iran from selling drones to Russia Iran calls sanctions illegal and provocative The United Kingdom, France, and Germany have decided to maintain sanctions on Iran as a means to discourage Tehran from selling drones and missiles to Russia. These sanctions were initially … Read more

US Approves Release of Iranian Funds for Detainees

US Iranian Funds

Americans under house arrest until funds move to Qatar. Blinken signs waiver to protect banks from US sanctions. Transfer seen as crucial for detainee release. The United States has officially approved the release of $6 billion in frozen Iranian assets held in South Korea, facilitating the departure of five US citizens from Tehran. Following extensive … Read more

Microsoft Finds Fake Chinese-Controlled Social Media Accounts

Microsoft Fake social Media Accounts

These accounts may use AI to influence US voters. Social media platforms involved, possibly including Facebook and Twitter. Concerns arise over foreign influence and manipulation. Microsoft researchers have reported the discovery of a network of suspected fake social media accounts believed to be under Chinese control, employing artificial intelligence to influence US voters. The Chinese … Read more

Pakistan Seeks Iran’s Help for Medicine Shortage

Pakistan Medicine Shortage

Officials from both countries will create a plan for a steady drug supply. Minister for Health and Iran’s Ambassador meet to discuss cooperation. Focus on learning from each other and preventing diseases across borders. Pakistan, facing a shortage of essential medicines, has expressed its intent to seek cooperation from Iran to address this pressing issue. … Read more

Iran, Netherlands Call for Dialogue to Resolve Differences

Iran, Netherlands

Iran and the Netherlands discussed bilateral relations and cooperation. Iran mentioned that there are new opportunities for collaboration. Both sides emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy to address any misunderstandings. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement emphasizing the importance of using diplomatic means and dialogue to address any misunderstandings. During a telephone … Read more

BRICS gains six members as China & Russia step up their expansion efforts

BRICS six members China Russia

The BRICS group, an alliance of emerging economies consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, has extended invitations to six additional countries: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. This expansion is intended to reinforce the group’s status as a robust geopolitical alternative to Western-led international forums. The announcement … Read more

Pakistan Wins Against Bangladesh in Volleyball Championship

Volleyball Championship

Victory secures Pakistan’s spot in the next round and eliminates Bangladesh. Strong start sets positive tone for Pakistan’s journey in the championship. Performance underscores Pakistan’s competence in volleyball. Pakistan kicked off their journey in the 22nd Asian Volleyball Championship with a resounding 3-0 victory over Bangladesh in Urmia, Iran, on Sunday. This triumph not only … Read more

Pakistani Snooker Champion Detained for Late-Night Training

Snooker Champion

Accused of late-night training at his club, violating the 10 p.m. closing time rule. Ramzan claims he was humiliated and verbally abused by police officers. Released after about 20 minutes with the help of a friend. Snooker champion Ahsan Ramzan from Pakistan was taken into custody by the Lahore Police on Wednesday. Ramzan, who recently … Read more

Iranian chess player Sara Khadem granted Spanish nationality

Iranian chess player Sara Khadem granted Spanish nationality

Iranian chess player Sara Khadem has been granted Spanish nationality. Khadem competed without wearing a hijab at the FIDE World Rapid in 2022. This act resulted in an arrest warrant being issued. Iranian chess player Sara Khadem, known as Sarasadat Khademalsharieh, has been granted Spanish nationality, as confirmed by Spain’s Minister of Justice. Khadem gained … Read more

Iraqi Embassy Incident: Two protesters burn Quran in front of Iraqi embassy in Denmark

Iraqi Embassy Incident

Quran burned outside Iraqi embassy in Danish capital by two protesters, straining relations. Iranian Supreme Leader calls for severe punishment against Quran desecrators. Thousands protested in Baghdad, organized by Iraqi ruling parties and armed groups with ties to Iran.   Two protesters set fire to a copy of the Quran, Islam’s holy book, outside the … Read more