Iran Targets SIM Cards Of Dissenting Voices
Iranian authorities are increasingly disconnecting citizens from mobile services for posting critical content about the Islamic republic on…
Iran Accused Of Kidnap Plot As US, Allies Warn Of Growing Threats In West
It was a chilling message in a call from the police: “The Islamic republic is trying to kidnap…
Ukrainian Drones Strike Targets Across Russia As Trump Orders US Nuclear Subs To Region
Explosions and fires were reported across several Russian regions following a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks as US…
Trump Calls Russia’s Action ‘Disgusting,’ Vows New Sanctions After Latest Deadly Assault On Kyiv
US President Donald Trump again displayed anger with Russia following its latest deadly attack on Kyiv — a…
US Sanctions Shipping Empire Controlled By Son Of Khamenei Adviser
The United States on July 30 imposed sanctions on a major shipping network controlled by the son of…
Iran Pushes Ahead With ‘Fake News’ Bill That Critics Say Guts Free Speech
The legislation is formally titled the “Bill To Counter The Publication Of Fake News Content In Cyberspace.” But…
Could Iceland Join The EU? Reykjavik Eyes Accession Talks As Security, Trade Tensions Mount
When predicting which country would be the next to join the European Union, the smart money seems to…
Can Iran Survive Its Water Crisis?
Welcome back to the Farda Briefing, an RFE/RL newsletter that tracks the key issues in Iran and explains…
Russia And Ukraine Trade Drone Strikes Amid Ongoing Frontline Clashes In Donetsk Region
Russia and Ukraine launched drone strikes against each other early on July 24, officials from both sides said,…
Russia Launches Massive Air Attacks On Ukraine Amid Peace Talk Proposal
KYIV — Russia launched hundreds of drones and more than two dozen missiles in a massive attack on…
Patti Smith Dedicates Protest Anthem To Radio Free Europe Amid Funding Threats
PRAGUE –- American singer, poet, and activist Patti Smith has voiced support for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL),…
EU Approves New Russia Sanctions Package Including Key Oil Price Cap
The European Union has approved its latest sanctions package, the 18th since the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine…