The idea of war with Iran was on the table, but not for long. It was just a few days ago that a U. S. president hinted at a possible military strike on Iran's nuclear sites. The reason given was to allow time for talks, but the window was short. Just two days after the announcement, the president changed his mind and ordered the strikes. The president had been cl...
The Arak reactor in Iran has been a hot topic, especially after recent attacks. It's located about 250 kilometers southwest of Tehran. This facility can produce plutonium, a key ingredient for atomic bombs. Israel recently targeted this reactor, along with other Iranian nuclear sites. The strikes included the Nantanz enrichment facility, centrifuge workshops near Teh...
Iran's nuclear program is a hot topic. The United States has taken action by imposing new sanctions. Three individuals and a technology company linked to Iran's nuclear weapons research were targeted. This move comes as the U. S. is trying to negotiate a new nuclear deal with Iran. The sanctions focus on people and a company tied to the Organization of Defensive Inn...
The United States has kicked off a fresh wave of airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels. This move comes after the Houthis launched a series of attacks on merchant ships, sinking two and claiming four lives. The Houthis claimed their actions were a response to Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza. These attacks also boosted their reputation in the Arab world and dive...
The recent diplomatic back-and-forth between the U. S. and Iran has raised eyebrows and questions. In a surprising move, the U. S. President reached out to Iran's top leader. The letter was a call for talks about Iran's nuclear activities. The Iranian leader, however, wasn't having it. He dismissed the idea of negotiations, saying that the U. S. and its allies were j...
On a Saturday morning, Iran's supreme court in Tehran witnessed a shocking incident. Two prominent judges, Ali Razini and Mohammad Moghisseh, lost their lives in a shooting. The gunman, who acted alone, took his own life after the attack. Another person was injured, as reported by state media. Razini and Moghisseh were well-known for handling cases related to nation...
Tiny organisms like bacteria and viruses might not look scary, but they can cause a lot of trouble. This is why countries around the world, including Iran, need to be ready to fight these invisible foes. A recent study took a deep dive into how Iran's dealing with these microscopic threats. First things first, what are these microbial threats? Well, they are teensy-...
Ever thought about how dental specialties come to be? In Iran, it's a fascinating blend of culture, need, and innovation. This study dives into what shaped Iran's diverse dental specialties, which are quite impressive for a developing country. You might think advanced countries lead the way, but Iran's story shows us otherwise. Let's explore the key factors that push...
Iran, rich in natural gas and crude oil, is ironically facing a severe energy crisis. Schools and offices are now mostly online, highways and malls are dark, and factories are shutting down due to power cuts. Years of sanctions, poor management, outdated infrastructure, and wasteful energy use have contributed to this crisis. Recently, Israel's targeted attacks have ...
The Syrian civil war saw the birth of an unexpected economic powerhouse: the drug Captagon. Under Bashar al-Assad's rule, Syria became the world's leading supplier of this stimulant, with an estimated $10 billion annual income from its sale. This turned Syria into a narco-state, with high-ranking officials, including Assad's brother Maher, allegedly overseeing produc...