September 2017
Mattis: New Strategy in Afghanistan Destroys Insurgents' Hope for Victory Through Violence
U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis visited Afghanistan to announce a new military strategy aimed at defeating insurgent groups like the Taliban. This strategy involves…
Vladimir Putin: Russia Has Destroyed Its Last Chemical Weapons
Vladimir Putin announced the destruction of Russia's last chemical weapons, calling it a historic event and criticizing the U.S. for delays in its own chemical…
Continued Actions by the Spanish Government to Prevent the Catalonia Independence Referendum
The Spanish government is intensifying efforts to prevent a Catalonia independence referendum scheduled for October 1st, labeling it illegal. Tensions have escalated between Madrid and…
Saudi King Grants Driving Rights to Women
King Salman of Saudi Arabia has issued a decree allowing women to drive, a significant change for a country that was the last to impose…
Iraqi Forces Participate in Turkish Army Exercises
Iraqi military forces participated in Turkish military exercises following a controversial independence referendum in Iraqi Kurdistan. Turkey opposes the referendum and threatens military and economic…
Mass Gathering of Houthi Supporters on the Third Anniversary of Yemen's Capital Capture
Houthi rebels celebrated the third anniversary of their capture of Yemen's capital, Sana'a, amidst ongoing conflict with the Saudi-led coalition. The event highlighted the Houthis'…
US-backed Forces Capture '90 Percent' of Raqqa
US-backed Syrian forces have captured 90% of Raqqa from ISIS, marking a significant military achievement in the fight against the group. The Syrian Democratic Forces,…
Second Suspect Related to London Subway Bombing Arrested
British police have arrested a second suspect, a 21-year-old man, in connection with a subway bombing in London that injured 30 people. The Islamic State…
The number of injured in the 'terrorist' incident at a London metro station has reached 29
A bombing at Parsons Green metro station in London injured 29 people, with police labeling it a 'terrorist' incident. No fatalities have been reported, and…
Two Suicide Attacks in Iraq; At Least 74 People Killed
Two suicide attacks in southern Iraq resulted in at least 74 deaths, including Iranian casualties among pilgrims returning from Karbala. The attacks, claimed by ISIS,…
The Death Toll from Irma Reaches 'At Least 40'; Florida Still Without Power
Hurricane Irma has caused at least 40 deaths, with millions in Florida still without power. The storm, which made landfall on September 10, has been…
Tsunami Warning After 8.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Mexico
An 8.1 magnitude earthquake struck southern Mexico, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and prompting tsunami warnings across several Central American countries. The earthquake has…
Suicide Attack on Power Plant in Samarra Leaves Seven Dead
A suicide attack on a power plant in Samarra, Iraq, resulted in seven deaths and multiple injuries, with ISIS claiming responsibility. This incident highlights ongoing…