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Four Nations File UN Complaint Against Iran Over 2020 Plane Crash

TORONTO, CANADA – Four nations, including Canada, Sweden, Ukraine, and Britain, have jointly filed a complaint with the United Nations civil aviation agency against Iran regarding the tragic 2020 plane crash that claimed the lives of 176 individuals. The devastating incident occurred on January 8, 2020, when a Ukraine International Airlines flight, carrying mostly Canadian and Iranian passengers, crashed shortly after takeoff from Tehran. The international community mourned the loss, and questions immediately arose about …

Kurdish Political Prisoners Sentenced to Death in Iran Amid Escalating Tensions

A court in Tehran, Iran, has handed down death sentences to four Kurdish political prisoners for allegedly collaborating with Israel. Tensions between Iran and Israel have been on the rise, and the lives of the prisoners are now considered to be in imminent danger, as reported by the Norwegian-based human rights group Hengaw. The sentences were upheld by a higher court, prompting concern from Hengaw over the swift execution process and the potential political exploitation …

Woman from Iran Killed by Family Member While Shopping in India

MUMBAI, India (AP) — A tragic incident unfolded in Mumbai, India when an Iranian woman was allegedly murdered by a family member while on a shopping trip. The victim, identified as a 35-year-old Iranian woman, was visiting Mumbai, India for a shopping excursion when the incident occurred. According to reports, the woman’s nephew was arrested in connection with her murder, although specific details surrounding the motive are still unclear. The woman’s body was discovered with …

Tehran Vows Revenge after Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Deadly Iran Attack

TEHRAN, Iran – The Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on Iran, which has led to Tehran vowing revenge. The attack, which occurred on Sunday, targeted a military parade where at least 29 people were killed and 60 others were injured. The claim of responsibility by the Islamic State has escalated tensions in the region, with Iran promising to retaliate against not only the perpetrators, but also their supporters. The attack on …

Authorities Attribute Iran Bombing to ISIS Terrorists, U.S. Believes

The United States government has announced that it believes ISIS was responsible for the bombing that resulted in the deaths of dozens of people in Iran. The attack took place in an area where a group of Revolutionary Guard members were gathered, and it was the deadliest attack on the the country since 2019. The U.S. Department of State has condemned the attack and expressed its condolences to the Iranian people. The Iranian government has …

John Bolton Speaks Out on Suspected Perpetrators of Iran Explosions after Soleimani Funeral

Former National Security Adviser John Bolton has weighed in on the recent twin blasts near the burial site of slain military commander Qasem Soleimani. The explosions in Iran have raised questions about who may be responsible for the attacks, and Bolton has offered his perspective on the matter. Bolton’s insight into the situation comes at a time of heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. The blasts near Soleimani’s burial site have added fuel …

Iran Vows ‘Harsh Response’ After Deadly Blasts at Soleimani Commemoration Ceremony

KERMAN, Iran – Iran experienced a tragic incident as two explosions rocked the southeastern city of Kerman during a ceremony to honor the death of top commander Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in 2020. The blasts resulted in nearly 100 deaths and over 200 injuries, leaving the country in shock and mourning. Iranian officials have labeled the incident as a “terrorist attack,” although no one has claimed responsibility for the explosions. The country’s supreme leader, …

Deadly Explosions Rock Soleimani Anniversary in Iran: Over 100 Killed

TEHRAN, Iran – On the anniversary of the assassination of Qasem Soleimani, deadly explosions rocked the city of Kerman, Iran. Reports indicate that over 100 people were killed in the blasts, which targeted a memorial service for the slain military leader. The explosions occurred as attendees gathered to commemorate Soleimani, a revered figure in Iran who was killed in a U.S. drone strike in 2020. The attack sent shockwaves through the city, leaving scores of …

Explosive Attacks Target Soleimani Death Anniversary in Iran

TEHRAN, Iran – On the anniversary of the death of Iranian general Qasem Soleimani, multiple explosions rocked the city of Tehran, killing and injuring several people. The explosions targeted a ceremony commemorating Soleimani’s death and sent shockwaves through the area. The commemorations for Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. drone strike in 2020, were attended by high-ranking Iranian officials and military personnel. The explosions occurred amid tensions between the United States and Iran, raising …

Iran Executed Four Alleged Israeli Spies by Hanging

Iran has hanged four people in its north-west province of West Azerbaijan on charges of “moharebeh”, meaning “waging war against God”, and “corruption on Earth” through their “collaboration with the Zionist regime”. The individuals were accused of committing actions against the country’s security under the guidance of Mossad, Israel’s intelligence agency, as reported by Iran’s judiciary’s Mizan website. The group, consisting of three men and one woman, were said to have been engaged in “sabotage” …