May 2016
Iraqi Forces Enter Fallujah
The Iraqi army has launched an operation to retake Fallujah from ISIS militants, with significant military support and reports of civilian casualties in Baghdad. The…
Turkey's Parliament Grants Confidence Vote to New Prime Minister
Turkey's Parliament has granted a confidence vote to Binali Yildirim, a close ally of President Erdogan, making him the new Prime Minister. This development comes…
Trump Secures Sufficient Votes for Republican Nomination in the Election
Donald Trump has secured enough delegate votes to become the Republican nominee for the U.S. presidential election, surpassing the required threshold with support from both…
NASA: One of Jupiter's Moons May Be Habitable
NASA has found that Jupiter's moon Europa may have conditions suitable for life, with hydrogen and oxygen levels comparable to Earth. This discovery could enhance…
Senior US General Undertakes Secret Visit to Syria
General Joseph Votel of the US military made a secret visit to Syria to assess the situation and meet with American advisors and local opposition…
Belgian Police Found a 'Will' from Key Suspect of Paris Attacks
Belgian police discovered a letter from Mohamed Abrini, a key suspect in the Paris and Brussels attacks, expressing his desire for martyrdom after his brother's…
A Military Court in Lebanon Sentences 106 People to Death
A military court in Lebanon has sentenced 106 individuals to death for their roles in a 2014 conflict between the Lebanese army and Islamist groups,…
U.S. Senate Approves Bill to Sue Saudi Arabia Over 9/11 Attacks
The U.S. Senate has passed a bill allowing families of 9/11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia, despite threats from Riyadh to withdraw significant assets from…
ISIS Suicide Attack on Baghdad Gas Refinery
A suicide attack by ISIS on a gas refinery in Taji, north of Baghdad, resulted in at least 11 deaths and 21 injuries. The attack…
Arrest of Several Lawyers at a Night Party in Mahmoudabad
Over 15 lawyers were arrested at a night party in Mahmoudabad, Iran, for inappropriate clothing and alcohol consumption. The incident highlights ongoing issues with private…
Islamic State Group Begins Advance Towards Ancient City of Palmyra
The Islamic State group has begun an advance towards Palmyra, threatening the city recently captured by the Syrian army. They have seized a rocket launch…
At least 50 killed in a bomb explosion in Baghdad
A car bomb explosion in Baghdad's Shiite-majority Sadr City killed at least 50 people and injured over 60, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attack highlights…
Turkey: Moving from 'Individual Party' to 'Individual Regime'
Turkey is experiencing significant political upheaval as Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu faces removal from power amid tensions with President Erdogan. This shift indicates a move…
Saudi Arabia: Four Members of the Islamic State Group Killed in the Mecca Suburbs
Saudi security forces killed four members of the Islamic State group in two separate operations near Mecca. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Saudi…
Judiciary News Agency: Seven Famous Actors Arrested at a Night Party
Seven famous actors were arrested at a night party in Tehran for allegedly consuming alcohol, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of artists' private lives in Iran. The…
Car Bomb Explosion in Baghdad Kills 13 Shia Pilgrims
A car bomb in Baghdad killed 13 Shia pilgrims during a religious ceremony, with ISIS claiming responsibility despite Iraqi officials disputing this. The attack comes…
The Right-Wing Party 'AfD' Calls for Ban on Minarets and Burqas in Germany
The AfD party in Germany has called for a ban on minarets and burqas, claiming Islam is incompatible with the German constitution. This has sparked…
South Korean President Arrives in Tehran
South Korean President Park Geun-hye arrived in Tehran for a historic visit, accompanied by a large delegation. The visit aims to strengthen economic ties, with…