January 2018
One Dead and Several Injured Following Strong Earthquake in Northern Afghanistan
A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, causing casualties and panic in nearby regions including Pakistan and India. Reports indicate one death and several injuries,…
Arrest of 11 Senior Members of Turkey's Medical Association Due to Criticism of Operations in Syria
The Turkish government has arrested 11 senior members of the Turkish Medical Association for criticizing military operations in northern Syria. This crackdown follows the association's…
Attack on Guards at Kabul Military Academy Leaves Several Dead and Injured
An attack on a checkpoint near the Marshal Fahim Military Academy in Kabul resulted in at least two soldiers dead and ten injured, with the…
Increase in Casualties from Kabul Bombing; 95 Dead and 158 Injured
A car bomb explosion in Kabul has resulted in 95 deaths and 158 injuries, with the Taliban claiming responsibility. This incident highlights the ongoing violence…
The Oil Spill from the Sanchi and Environmental Issues in the Region
The Sanchi oil spill off the eastern coast of China has expanded significantly, affecting marine life and seafood markets in Japan, China, and South Korea.…
Lebanon Reports Foiling ISIS Plan to Attack Religious and Government Sites
Lebanon's Interior Minister announced the thwarting of an ISIS plan to attack religious and government sites during holidays, following the arrest of an Iraqi commander.…
Macron Announced Military Defeat of ISIS in Coming Weeks
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that ISIS will be militarily defeated in Syria and Iraq in the coming weeks, highlighting the commitment to stabilize and…
Turkey's Artillery Attacks on the People's Protection Units in Syria Begin
Turkey has begun artillery attacks against the YPG in Afrin, Syria, aiming to eliminate what it calls terrorist positions. The operation follows U.S. support for…
ISIS Claims Responsibility for Suicide Attacks in Baghdad
ISIS has claimed responsibility for two suicide attacks in Baghdad that killed at least 38 people, targeting Shiite workers. Despite a decrease in such attacks…
U.S. Opposes Delay in Iraqi Parliamentary Elections
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad has criticized the proposed delay of parliamentary elections in Iraq, emphasizing the importance of holding them on time. The proposal…
PLO Central Council Calls for Suspension of Recognition of Israel
The Central Council of the PLO has called for the suspension of recognition of Israel and a halt to security cooperation in response to Trump's…
War Crimes Court Says Praljak's Suicide Was Preventable
An independent investigation concluded that the suicide of General Slobodan Praljak during his trial at the International Criminal Court was not preventable. The investigation found…