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Lebanese writer: The Epstein case reveals a global moral collapse and elite complicity

Lebanese writer: The Epstein case reveals a global moral collapse and elite complicity

2-5-2026

The Lebanese writer Nidal Issa asserted on Thursday that the case of American businessman Jeffrey Epstein has transcended its criminal framework, becoming a blatant example of global moral decay and revealing deep collusion within political and economic elite circles. In a statement Read more…

Israel: Four conditions Trump will not compromise on in the Oman negotiations

Israel: Four conditions Trump will not compromise on in the Oman negotiations

2026-02-04 00:09

Shafaq News – Middle East
Israeli media revealed on Wednesday that US President Donald Trump is sticking to four demands during the upcoming Washington-Tehran talks.

Israel Hayom quoted an informed source as saying that the talks scheduled to take place in Oman in a few days will see the US Read more…

Iranian President: I instructed Araqchi to negotiate with Washington after pressure from “friendly countries” in the region

Iranian President: I instructed Araqchi to negotiate with Washington after pressure from “friendly countries” in the region

2026-02-03

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on Tuesday that he had instructed the Foreign Minister to hold talks with the American side following requests from “friendly governments” in the region. Pezeshkian stated in remarks carried by Read more…

In Istanbul, the date for the Tehran-Washington negotiations has been revealed.

In Istanbul, the date for the Tehran-Washington negotiations has been revealed.

2026-02-02 08:02

Shafaq News – Washington
On Monday, Axios revealed that negotiations between Iran and the United States will begin next Friday in Istanbul, Turkey.

The website quoted sources who informed it that White House envoy Steve Wittkopf Read more…

WHO: US withdrawal presents an opportunity for rebuilding

WHO: US withdrawal presents an opportunity for rebuilding

2-2-2026

The head of the World Health Organization ( WHO ) announced on Monday that the significant funding cuts for 2025, coupled with the United States’ move toward withdrawal, have presented an opportunity to rebuild a more efficient Read more…

The Central Bank of Iran introduces the 500,000 toman banknote with 11 security features.

The Central Bank of Iran introduces the 500,000 toman banknote with 11 security features.

2-1-2026

The Central Bank of Iran announced on Sunday that it will begin distributing the 500,000 toman banknote through the banking network starting February 1, 2026, after its printing was completed.
The bank stated in a press release, which was reviewed Read more…

Trump calls for Obama’s arrest and renews accusations of “Russian interference”

Trump calls for Obama’s arrest and renews accusations of “Russian interference”

2026-02-01

Shafaq News – Washington
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump called for the arrest of former US President Barack Obama amid an ongoing investigation into the 2020 presidential election, accusing him of being behind “fabricated” allegations regarding what is known as the “Russian interference” case in the US elections.

The American Conservative website quoted Trump as saying that “Obama tried to Read more…

The United Nations faces the risk of “imminent financial collapse”.

The United Nations faces the risk of “imminent financial collapse”.

2026-02-01 00:52

Shafaq News – New York
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of the risk of an “imminent financial collapse” that the organization could face if member states continue to delay paying their financial contributions.

Guterres said the organization “faces imminent disaster Read more…

Gamblers lose millions of dollars due to the war on Iran

Gamblers lose millions of dollars due to the war on Iran

2026-02-01 05:23

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Media outlets reported on Sunday that bettors on the American betting platform “Polymarket” lost tens of millions of dollars after predicting that the United States would launch military strikes against Iran.

Over the past few months, the market has seen millions of dollars in bets placed on Read more…

Gold falls as the dollar rises following a potential nomination for Federal Reserve chair.

Gold falls as the dollar rises following a potential nomination for Federal Reserve chair.

1-30-2026

Information/Follow-up…
Gold prices fell on Friday, marking their first decline in nearly two weeks, as the US dollar rose following reports that President Donald Trump’s administration is preparing to nominate Kevin Warsh to head the Federal Reserve.

Gold prices fell by as much as 4.8%, after rising as much as Read more…

From Ankara, Araqchi: We are ready for dialogue and war with Washington.

From Ankara, Araqchi: We are ready for dialogue and war with Washington.

2026-01-30 04:35

Shafaq News – Ankara
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who is currently visiting Türkiye, confirmed his country’s readiness to hold talks with the United States.

Araqchi said during a joint press conference with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on Friday that “Iran is ready to return to the negotiating table if it is Read more…

Europe designates the Revolutionary Guard as a “terrorist” organization, and Iran warns of the repercussions.

Europe designates the Revolutionary Guard as a “terrorist” organization, and Iran warns of the repercussions.

2026-01-29 07:56

Shafaq News – Brussels/Tehran
The European Union agreed on Thursday to designate Iran’s Revolutionary Guard as a “terrorist organization,” while Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi considered the European position “a grave strategic mistake that severely Read more…

A new package of European sanctions against Iran and a move to classify the Revolutionary Guard as a “terrorist” organization.

A new package of European sanctions against Iran and a move to classify the Revolutionary Guard as a “terrorist” organization.

2026-01-29 05:41

Shafaq News – Brussels
The European Union on Thursday approved a new package of sanctions targeting individuals and entities in Iran for their involvement in suppressing protesters and supporting Russia, as EU members reached a political consensus to increase pressure on the Islamic Republic .

The approval of the new package comes in parallel with paving the way for Read more…

Trump: The next attack on Iran will be much worse, and the fleet will carry out its mission forcefully and swiftly.

Trump: The next attack on Iran will be much worse, and the fleet will carry out its mission forcefully and swiftly.

2026-01-28 04:27

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump warned on Wednesday that any potential military confrontation with Iran would be “much worse” than before, stressing that the US fleet heading to the region would carry out its mission forcefully and swiftly if necessary.

Al-Hadath quoted Trump as saying that “Iran must make a deal and not allow Read more…

Washington links security guarantees to Kyiv’s acceptance of an agreement that includes territorial concessions.

Washington links security guarantees to Kyiv’s acceptance of an agreement that includes territorial concessions.

2026-01-27

Shafaq News – Washington
The Financial Times, citing sources familiar with the talks, reported on Tuesday that Washington had assured Kyiv it would not provide security guarantees unless it first agreed to a deal in which it relinquished territorial claims.

The newspaper stated that “the Trump administration made it clear to Ukraine Read more…

The dollar breaks the 150,000 Iranian toman barrier.

The dollar breaks the 150,000 Iranian toman barrier.

2026-01-27 03:17

Shafaq News – Tehran
The Iranian toman fell against the dollar in unofficial trading on Tuesday, with the US currency rising to 150,200 tomans, according to pricing data circulating among traders.

The currency’s decline comes amid escalating tensions Read more…

Gold continues its record-breaking rise, and Kiyosaki predicts unprecedented prices.

Gold continues its record-breaking rise, and Kiyosaki predicts unprecedented prices.

1-26-2026

Information/Follow-up..
Economist Robert Kiyosaki said via his account on the “X” platform that gold prices have exceeded the level of $5,000 per ounce, indicating the possibility of it reaching $27,000 in the future in light of the continued state of financial and economic Read more…

Gold hits a new record high, surpassing $5,000.

Gold hits a new record high, surpassing $5,000.

2026-01-26

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Gold prices hit a new record high, surpassing the $5,000 per ounce mark on Monday, driven by strong investor demand for safe-haven assets amid escalating geopolitical tensions and instability in global markets.

Spot gold rose 1.98% to Read more…

Disarmament and recognition of Israel: Trump sets conditions for negotiations with the Supreme Leader

Disarmament and recognition of Israel: Trump sets conditions for negotiations with the Supreme Leader

2026-01-25 03:43

Shafaq News – Tehran
An Iranian report revealed on Sunday that US President Donald Trump has put forward a set of key conditions as a basis for any potential agreement with Iran. The newspaper described these demands as “practically closing the door to a settlement” and indicated that Washington, instead of genuinely Read more…

Trump: A new secret weapon secured Maduro’s arrest

Trump: A new secret weapon secured Maduro’s arrest

2026-01-24 06:45

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that a “new secret weapon” was crucial during the US raid that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.

Trump added, in statements to American media, that “the mysterious weapon disabled enemy equipment in Venezuela, and was unable to launch Read more…