July 2015
MSF Warns of Civilian Casualties in Yemen
Médecins Sans Frontières warns that the blockade in Yemen is causing civilian deaths comparable to war. The coalition led by Saudi Arabia is preventing access…
UN Issues Resolution to Combat Illegal Hunting
The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution to combat illegal hunting, particularly of rhinos and elephants, which are facing extinction. This non-binding resolution reflects…
Taliban Afghanistan Confirms Death of Mullah Mohammad Omar
The Taliban has confirmed the death of its leader Mullah Mohammad Omar due to illness, with the Afghan government stating he died in April 2013.…
Yaqoob Memon, Accused of Designing and Executing the Deadliest Attack in India, Executed
Yaqoob Memon, convicted for his role in the 1993 Mumbai bombings that killed 257 people, was executed in India on his 53rd birthday. His execution…
Missing Malaysian Plane; Investigation on Newly Found Piece
French officials are investigating a newly discovered piece of debris on Réunion Island that may be linked to the missing Malaysian flight MH370. The piece…
UN Calls for Increased Efforts to Establish Ceasefire in Yemen
The UN is urging the Security Council to intensify efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Yemen, as ongoing conflicts continue to devastate the population. Stephen…
Houthi Leader Rejects Saudi Arabia's Ceasefire in Yemen
Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has rejected a unilateral ceasefire proposed by the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen, claiming it aims to rearm forces loyal to the…
New Attacks by 'Jabhat al-Nusra' and Allies Against Assad Forces in Daraa
Syrian rebels, including 'Jabhat al-Nusra', have intensified attacks in Daraa to expel Assad's forces. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and highlights ongoing…
Obama: Diplomacy is the Strongest Way to Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons
President Obama welcomed the UN Security Council resolution supporting the nuclear deal with Iran, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy in preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear…
Explosion in Turkish Border City Leaves at Least 28 Dead
An explosion at a cultural center in Suruç, Turkey, has killed at least 28 people and injured 20 to 25 others, with ISIS suspected as…
Restoration of Diplomatic Relations Between the US and Cuba After 54 Years
Cuba and the US have restored diplomatic relations after 54 years, reopening embassies and raising flags in each other's capitals. This significant move follows a…
Egyptian Army: 7 Soldiers and 59 Militants Killed in Sinai Clashes
The Egyptian army reported significant casualties in recent clashes in northern Sinai, with 7 soldiers and 59 militants killed. This violence is part of ongoing…
Google Breaks Record; $65 Billion Profit in Stock Market
Google's stock surged 16% on July 26, resulting in a record $65 billion profit in one day, making it the highest single-day profit for any…
Yemeni Exiled Government: Aden is Liberated
The Yemeni government in exile claims to have liberated Aden from Houthi control after months of fighting, although some areas remain contested. The situation is…
Public Debate Between Hammond and Netanyahu on Iran Nuclear Agreement
British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly debated the Iran nuclear agreement, with Hammond defending the deal and Netanyahu opposing…
Explosion in Front of Italian Consulate in Cairo Claims Victim
An explosion outside the Italian consulate in Cairo killed one person and injured four others, marking a significant attack on a foreign diplomatic site amid…
Omar Sharif, Actor of 'Doctor Zhivago', Passes Away
Omar Sharif, the renowned actor known for his role in 'Doctor Zhivago', passed away at the age of 83 due to a heart attack while…
UN: Number of Syrian Refugees Exceeds Four Million
The UN reported that over four million Syrians have fled the civil war, with a significant increase in refugees in the past ten months. The…
UNICEF: The Lives of North Korean Children Face a Serious Threat
UNICEF has raised alarms about the severe threats to North Korean children due to a recent drought and rising malnutrition rates. The organization is calling…
World's Oldest Man Passes Away in Japan, Oldest Living Man is Also Japanese
Sakari Momoi, the world's oldest man, has died at 112 years old in Japan due to kidney failure. He was recognized by Guinness World Records…
Greece Holds Referendum on Debt Payment Conditions
Greece held a referendum on July 14 regarding the acceptance of conditions for paying foreign debts, which could significantly impact its future in the Eurozone…
International Monetary Fund: Greece Needs Another 50 Billion Euros
The IMF has reported that Greece requires an additional 50 billion euros to stabilize its economy, with a significant portion expected from European lenders. Prime…
Greece Failed to Pay Its Debt to the International Monetary Fund
Greece failed to make a 1.5 billion euro payment to the IMF, prompting the EU to consider an emergency financial rescue package. The leftist government…
The United States and Cuba Reach Agreement to Reopen Their Embassies
The U.S. and Cuba have agreed to reopen their embassies, marking a significant step towards normalizing relations after decades of hostility. This announcement is expected…